The summit will enable economic trades; it will also provide information on the work that was done in preparation for the CMA 2014 and will set the table for the economic outcome of the CMA

“We recognize the current economic situation facing our region; accordingly we would like to create a cooperative approach throughout the territory that will contribute to its economic development by generating employment opportunities for our children and grand-children and will forge a strong and prosperous economy”, stated Emilien Nadeau, President of the CMA 2014.

The many discussions held during the economic summit will allow for the establishment of systems able to develop and sustain trading and networking opportunities between business people, municipalities, government departments, economic agencies and the Canadian and international French-speaking communities. Furthermore, the summit will focus on a vision where our borders should be considered as opportunities instead of barriers.

“The objective is to get together in a friendly environment and consider the challenges we face; then we need to determine how we can transform these challenges into opportunities for future generations. Any and all discussions we will have during the summit will help build inter-territorial alliances for years to come in different fields”, said the interim coordinator of the economic component, Katherine Cyr.

For more information on the economic summit or to register, please consult our webpage at: economicsummit.cma2014.com . The economic summit is made possible due to the financial assistance of ACOA (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency), Canada Economic Development in partnership with the Government of Canada, the Governments of New Brunswick, Québec and the State of Maine, the Coordinating Group on Economic Development and Employability (RDÉÉ) of New Brunswick and (RDÉÉ) Canada, the ‘Chambre de commerce française au Canada’, Alianco and Four Points by Sheraton.

About the CMA...

Le Congrès mondial acadien is a grand reunion that happens every five years that calls for the Acadian diaspora around the world. Several activities will be offered for more than two weeks, from August 8 to 24, 2014 The event is based on community involvement and allows to assert its culture, heritage and attractions.

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For more information or interview requests, please contact:

France Le Moignan - Coordinatrice des communications - CMA 2014

[email protected] ; Tél. : (506) 737-2014 poste 5436