When most folks picture Atlantic Canada, they think of our thriving fisheries, forests, and farmlands. But there’s something else happening here that's just as important: an industry taking flight that is catching the eye of people around the world. Our aerospace sector is growing stronger by the day. This is a success story about what can happen when we invest smartly and strategically in innovation in Atlantic Canada.
John’s are leading the way towards greener, safer technologies in aviation. On Prince Edward Island, Slemon Park is a shining example of transformation. Once an airbase, today, 1,100 people work in the park’s 25 commercial tenants. This thriving aerospace hub is creating good jobs, and securing our place in the global aerospace and defence markets.