industry Minister praises NL innovators saying they are "world class"

    Thursday, 3 October 2024 07:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Andrew Parsons says “it’s a time to celebrate what’s gone on, what’s going on and most importantly is where we want to go.”

    This is Innovation Week in NL, an annual event hosted by techNl. Industry Minister Andrew Parsons spoke at the conference taking place in the capital city. He says “it’s a time to celebrate what’s gone on, what’s going on and most importantly is where we want to go.” Parsons says innovators are busy and there is world class talent here. He says a lot of these neat ideas come from networking with others. This is Newfoundland and Labrador’s largest annual tech conference, bringing together the business community, youth, public and private partners. 

     

     

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