Government of Canada to announce important milestone in construction of polar icebreakers

March 6, 2025  - Gatineau, Quebec

The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will make an announcement about an important milestone for the construction of a new polar icebreaker for the Canadian Coast Guard.

Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.

Date: March 7, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia

Notes for media

• Media wishing to attend this announcement are asked to confirm their participation by sending their full name and the name of the media organization they represent to Public Services and Procurement Canada Media Relations team to media@pwgsc-tpsgc.gc.ca by March 7, 8 am PST.
• Please include “RSVP for March 7 Vancouver Press Conference” in the subject line of the email.
• Event location details will be shared once media are registered.
• Media attending the event are asked to arrive no later than 11:30 am PST.
• Please note that closed-toe shoes are mandatory.