Minister Carr Announces Award of Contract for Canada Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai

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News Summary Canadian authorities have confirmed that EllisDon Construction Ltd. has secured the design, build, and operational contract for the Canada Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. The award was announced by Honourable Jim Carr, Minister of International Trade Diversification, with EllisDon partnering with a consortium comprising Moriyama & Teshima Architects, Lord Cultural Resources, Hatch, Kubik, Thornton Tomasetti, NGX, and Cisco. The pavilion will serve as a focal point during the event, running from October 20, 2020, to April 10, 2021, highlighting Canada’s leadership in sectors including advanced technologies, aerospace, artificial intelligence, tourism, and education. The project is expected to facilitate business opportunities, attract international investments, and boost employment by showcasing Canadian innovations. Jody K. Becker, Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Vice-President at Services, EllisDon, stated, "EllisDon is honoured to have been named the successful proponent for the delivery of the design, construction and operation of the Canada Pavilion." The initiative aims to blend complementary programming—spanning business, investment, and cultural elements—to engage a projected 25 million visitors to the Expo. Industry Context This development reinforces Canada’s strategic positioning within the global construction landscape by leveraging national innovation at a high-profile international event. The project underscores the Canadian construction sector’s capacity to partner with global firms and deliver complex, multi-disciplinary projects. As Expo 2020 Dubai attracts millions and nurtures cross-border collaborations, the award is poised to enhance Canada’s reputation for sustainable practices and technological advancement, aligning with broader objectives to stimulate job growth and international investment in the Canadian market.

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