Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Bombardier Inc. for its recent success in landing a $1.5 billion contract to build 20 50-seat regional jets and 30 70-seat planes for Comair Inc. based in Cincinnati, Ohio.
This contract is the largest in Bombardier's history. It is reflective of this Canadian company's high level of quality, innovation and professionalism.
When this government invested in Bombardier, it knew what it was doing. The results are in for all to see.
A market leader in a very competitive industry, Bombardier's success is a shining example of how Canadian companies and in particular our high technology companies, are successfully competing in today's global economy.
This announcement means jobs. This is good news for Canada and good news for Canadians. I believe that we will see many more examples like Bombardier in the years ahead as Canadian high tech firms take their place at the forefront of industry.