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Ottawa announces 2nd domestic contract for polar icebreaker

A British Columbia company, Seaspan's Vancouver Shipyards, received a $3.15 billion contract to build a polar icebreaker for the Canadian Coast Guard as part of Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy.
Minister of Procurement Jean-Yves Duclos stated the new vessels will enhance Canada's maritime capabilities and support scientific research and environmental protection.
Construction of the PolarMax is expected to create 3,250 jobs annually and add $440 million to Canada's GDP, according to Minister Duclos.
Quebec Premier François Legault expressed concern over job losses in manufacturing due to potential tariffs imposed by the U.S.

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National Post

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Ottawa announces 2nd domestic contract for polar icebreaker

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