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We are very pleased to introduce the Atlantic Gateway and Trade Corridor Strategy, developed jointly by the governments of Canada and the provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador.

The October 2007 Atlantic Gateway Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) directed the development of an Atlantic Gateway strategy that would benefit the Atlantic region and Canada through economic growth, increasing international trade and enhancing Canada's competitive position in the global economy. We are proud to say that we have achieved this initial objective. The document that follows provides a long term strategy, including both immediate measures and future directions, to achieve our vision of establishing the Atlantic Gateway and Trade Corridor as a strategic, integrated and globally competitive transportation system supporting the movement of international commerce.

At this time, we wish to acknowledge the significant contribution made by private sector stakeholders throughout this strategy development process. Their insight and input have contributed to the development of this Atlantic Gateway and Trade Corridor Strategy.

This Atlantic Gateway and Trade Corridor Strategy provides an action plan that will rely on the continued collaborative efforts of governments and engaged private sector stakeholders in meeting the challenges ahead. As we move forward, our Atlantic Gateway Federal-Provincial Officials Committee will continue to provide leadership in the implementation of this Strategy over the longer term, with a key role for regional private sector stakeholders, led by the Atlantic Gateway Advisory Council. To maintain the momentum created through the MOU process, our governments commit to meet annually to assess and report on developments, measures and progress related to the Strategy and its implementation. Working together, we will strengthen Canada's Atlantic Gateway and Trade Corridor so that new opportunities can be seized, new trade connections developed - fuelling economic growth and boosting Canada's competitiveness in global markets.

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2011-04-21