The federal money is expected to support 1,600 jobs by improving access to hydrogen fuels, supporting product testing, attracting investment and providing more training for Alberta workers.
The announcement came as Alberta's United Conservative Party government criticized the federal Liberals for wanting to phase out oilpatch jobs without plans to replace them. Premier Danielle Smith took to social media Tuesday to accuse the federal Liberals of trying to destroy employment in the province.
The federal announcement, along with $3 million from the province, will be used to promote Edmonton as a hydrogen hub and draw foreign investment. The money is to also create a database of businesses ready to move into the hydrogen supply chain. Alberta's share of the funding came from the ministries of Technology and Innovation and Environment and Protected Areas. Neither minister was made available to comment.
What does 10 million do? Come on. every one else is getting Billions