The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities is pleased with Ottawa’s commitment to the north.

FONOM President Alan Spacek was in North Bay for last week’s $25-million FedNor funding boost announcement and discussions around the Northern Prosperity and Growth Strategy.

He met with federal MP’s and the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, Navdeep Bains (pictured).

“I appreciated the opportunity to meet with Minister Bains and MP Anthony Rota to discuss Northern Ontario and the important role that FedNor plays in our communities. The federal government’s strategy to seek new opportunities in emerging industries such as clean technology but also focus on the unique strengths of the industries already operating in Northern Ontario will help to ensure a sustainable future for the region,” Spacek said. “It was particularly exciting to hear about the opportunities in mining innovation, agriculture and forestry and how these industries will assist in addressing climate change objectives.”

Spacek says they look forward to working with the Federal government to build strong and vibrant communities.

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