Innovation, Trade and Rural Development
May 27, 2010Media Advisory: Minister to Participate
in Business Hall of Fame Induction
The Honourable Shawn Skinner, Minister of Innovation, Trade and Rural
Development, will participate in the Junior Achievement of Newfoundland
and Labrador's 20th Business Hall of Fame induction ceremony
tonight (Thursday, May 27). The event begins at 7:00 p.m. at the St.
John's Convention Centre.
This event recognizes individuals who have inspired others through
their entrepreneurial achievements and their service to Newfoundland and
Labrador. It is also the premier fundraising event for Junior
Achievement's work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy
programs.
For over 50 years, Junior Achievement learning experiences have
helped young Canadians discover leadership, entrepreneurial and
workforce readiness skills. Across Canada, Junior Achievement reaches
over 250,000 students annually with 15,000 business volunteers in over
400 communities. Since 1955, over three million Canadian youth have
participated in its business and entrepreneurial education programs.
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Media contact:
Scott Barfoot
Director of Communications
Department of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development
709-729-4570, 690-6290
scottbarfoot@gov.nl.ca
2010 05 27 9:45 a.m.