The Honourable Jim

BHP approves C$6.4 billion for stage two of the Jansen potash project, doubling investment in Canada and potash

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

This follows BHP’s approval of C$7.5 billion for stage one of the Jansen potash project (Jansen Stage 1) in August 2021, and a pre-Jansen Stage 1 investment of C$4.9 billion.

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  • This follows BHP’s approval of C$7.5 billion for stage one of the Jansen potash project (Jansen Stage 1) in August 2021, and a pre-Jansen Stage 1 investment of C$4.9 billion.
  • Jansen Stage 1 is 32% complete with anticipated first production planned for late calendar year 2026.
  • “The approval of Jansen stage two is an exciting next step in our growth plans for Canada that reinforces our confidence in potash, and our optimism in Canada as a premier investment jurisdiction.
  • Jansen Stage 2 builds on this delivery model and introduces Fluor to the Jansen Stage 2 delivery team.

Statement by the Prime Minister on the death of the Honourable Jim Carr

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 12, 2022 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the death of the Honourable Jim Carr:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 12, 2022 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the death of the Honourable Jim Carr:
    "It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that I learned today of the passing of Jim Carr, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, former cabinet minister, and a close friend of mine.
  • His passion, tenacity, integrity, humour, and commitment to the Prairies were second to none.
  • "A dedicated Parliamentarian, Jim started his career in politics in 1988, when he became the elected representative for Fort Rouge in the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba.
  • His contributions to our country, and his commitment to fighting for Winnipeggers, Manitobans, and all Canadians, will never be forgotten.

North American Helium Successfully Brings Third Helium Facility into Production

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

North American Helium Inc. (NAH or the Company) today announced it has successfully brought its third helium purification facility on production in May with zero operational issues.

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  • North American Helium Inc. (NAH or the Company) today announced it has successfully brought its third helium purification facility on production in May with zero operational issues.
  • North American Helium continues to increase its level of investment in Saskatchewan as we advance exploration and development projects slated for 2023.
  • Our company remains committed to being a trusted partner for the supply of reliable, sustainably produced helium in North America.
  • NAH owns and operates multiple helium purification facilities including Canadas largest facility (Battle Creek), providing reliable, long-term North American supply of this scarce resource to meet growing demand.

B.C.'s Vitacore Industries Announces Production Facility And PPE Recycling Project In Saskatchewan

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 16, 2021 /CNW/ - Vitacore Industries Inc. has announced it will be opening a full-scale production facility in Saskatchewan for the manufacturing of medical equipment and PPE in 2022.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 16, 2021 /CNW/ - Vitacore Industries Inc. has announced it will be opening a full-scale production facility in Saskatchewan for the manufacturing of medical equipment and PPE in 2022.
  • The company will also expand its end-to-end recycling program for single use masks and respirators to the region in a pilot program with the Saskatchewan Health Authority.
  • The first of its kind in Canada, Vitacore's recycling program aims to reduce the pollution in Canada's landfills and create a more sustainable future.
  • Vitacore Industries is driven by innovation to provide Canadian healthcare professionals and families with critical personal protective equipment.