MP Zimmer Congratulates Prince George on Foreign Trade Zone Declaration and Clean Energy Funding

PRINCE GEORGE – Bob Zimmer, Member of Parliament for Prince George-Peace River-Northern Rockies, made the following statement regarding the designation of Prince George as a Foreign Trade Zone Point, as well as $335,566 in funding for the City of Prince George to develop a clean technology cluster.

“As we all know, Prince George is an important economic hub for our region and I am happy to see the city receive recognition as a Foreign Trade Zone Point. I have been working on trade opportunities for the region since I first became a Member of Parliament in 2011 and this designation, as well as funding to develop the city’s clean technology sector, is encouraging. It will both promote our region and attract new foreign investors, which will in turn, help to improve our local economy.

“Congratulations to Mayor Lyn Hall and the City of Prince George on this important announcement. What a great day for the city and our region!”

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