Photo : Ms. Catherine Cano GCB.D, Quebec’s delegate in Miami, and Ms. Jane Castor, mayor of Tampa
The Quebec Construction Mission to Tampa, organized by the Quebec Delegation in Miami in collaboration with Investissement Québec, concluded after a few particularly inspiring days. The initiative highlighted the strength, creativity, and expertise of Quebec companies in the construction and infrastructure sectors as they explore new business opportunities in one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States—a market ranked among the top three most dynamic in the country.
This mission was made possible thanks to the remarkable leadership of Brigitte Prémont, Isabel Artime, and Ines Miloudi, whose commitment and collaboration helped forge strong ties and pave the way for lasting partnerships between Quebec and Florida.
Visits to the heart of major projects transforming Tampa
Participants had the opportunity to explore several landmark projects that are redefining the region’s future, including:
- Tampa International Airport, currently undergoing expansion;
- Gasworx, a vast urban redevelopment project;
- The revitalization of Ybor City, a historic neighborhood undergoing transformation;
- Major projects in the healthcare sector.
These visits illustrated the scale of ongoing investments and the strong alignment between Tampa’s ambitions and Quebec’s expertise in advanced technologies, innovation, and sustainable solutions.
An institutional dialogue focused on collaboration and climate resilience
On the sidelines of the mission, a constructive meeting took place between Ms. Catherine Cano GCB.D., Québec’s delegate in Miami, and Ms. Jane Castor, mayor of Tampa. The discussions highlighted the strength of Québec–Florida relations, founded on ongoing collaboration, mutual trust, and a shared commitment to building long-term partnerships.
According to the press release: “The discussions also highlighted climate resilience as a shared priority. Quebec and Florida face comparable challenges, paving the way for constructive dialogue and the exchange of perspectives. ”
“The meeting concluded on a warm note with a visit from Alcaldesa, the mayor’s four-legged ambassador, reminding us that diplomacy also relies on human connections beyond formal exchanges. »
A first step toward new collaborations
This mission marks the beginning of a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening economic and institutional ties between Quebec and Florida. Further updates will follow to highlight the lessons learned, opportunities identified, and growth prospects emerging from this Quebec presence in Tampa.
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