Canadian Expertise in Wood Construction on Display at Shanghai Expo 2010
SHANGHAI, CHINA — Canadian expertise in wood construction will be on display for the world to see with the opening today of the Vancouver Pavilion at Shanghai Expo 2010.
The Honourable Stockwell Day, President of the Treasury Board of Canada and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway, along with British Columbia Premier Gordon Campbell and other Canadian officials, attended the on-site ribbon cutting ceremony today.
The Government of Canada has invested $2.5 million in the construction of the Vancouver Pavilion, one of six offshore demonstration projects that promote the use of Canadian wood in construction. This initiative is funded through the $170-million Economic Action Plan investment in market development and innovation.
“The Vancouver Pavilion at Expo 2010 in Shanghai provides an excellent opportunity to showcase Canadian wood products and wood construction techniques to an international audience,” said Minister Day. “The Government of Canada’s investment of $2.5 million allows the pavilion to display the quality and benefits of wood-frame construction, which is important for strengthening Canada’s position in this important market.”
