Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli is heading to Washington, DC next week.
Ontario’s Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade Minister is joining Premier Doug Ford on the trip February 7th to 9th.
They’re attending the winter meetings of the National Governors Association.
Discussions will focus on removing trade barriers, strengthening economic ties, and creating jobs.
“Buy American policies hurt workers on both sides of the border, and that is the message I will be bringing to my colleagues in Washington,” said Premier Ford. “By strengthening economic ties and making it easier for businesses to work together, our government will help create opportunities for Ontario businesses to bring their products and their expertise to markets in the United States.”
Ford and Fedeli will also take part in roundtable events with business leaders to showcase Ontario as a top destination for investment.
“Our strong relationship with our neighbours to the south cannot be understated,” said Minister Fedeli. “If Ontario were a country, we would be the U.S.’s third largest trading partner. Our government is advocating for Ontario businesses as we work to increase opportunities for trade, making it easier for our job creators to succeed.”

(photo by station staff)

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