CANSEC 2014

Minister Finley Updates CANSEC 2014 on Harper Government's Job Creation and Economic Growth Agenda Through Procurement

OTTAWA, Ontario, May 29, 2014 – The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Public Works and Government Services, today outlined at CANSEC 2014 the Government’s progress on implementing Canada’s Defence Procurement Strategy. Minister Finley reiterated the Government’s commitment to working with industry to leverage purchases of defence equipment, encouraging job creation, economic growth and prosperity across Canada.

Speaking Notes for The Honourable Diane Finley, PC, MP

The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Public Works and Government Services, addresses participants at CANSEC 2014 in Ottawa.

Minister Finley took the opportunity to talk with several exhibitors representing Canada's leading-edge defence and security companies.

Minister Finley visits defence and security exhibits.

Minister Finley presents Tim Page, President of the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries (CADSI), with a token of her appreciation for the work he has done over the past nine years. Mr. Page announced his plans to leave CADSI in August 2014.