Mr. Speaker, people are working hard in the province of Nova Scotia and in my riding of Central Nova.
Michelin Tires Canada Limited has provided stable employment for 4,000 Nova Scotians, an annual direct Nova Scotia payroll of over $175 million and spinoff employment for thousands more Nova Scotians.
Congratulations are being extended today to the dedicated Michelin employees for reaching a significant milestone in Nova Scotia.
The Nova Scotia employees are proud to announce that 100 million man-made in Nova Scotia tires have been produced since the first tire rolled off the line in 1971. This achievement is a tribute to the dedication of all Michelin employees and management working together over the past 25 years.
We look forward to Michelin and its employees continuing the tradition of excellence and progress in Nova Scotia for years to come.