Other strategies the BTMM alluded to in order to maximize the potential of the Plan Nord project for Montreal included putting in place an encouraging business model for natural resources, improve training programs to meet developmental needs, maximize linkage in the value chain, both upstream and downstream and to highlight the benefits and qualities of natural resources.
Leblanc and the BTMM think one way of opening up greater Montreal to potential economic spinoffs from the Plan Nord project is to build a strong networking connection between contractors, suppliers and qualified labor from the area.
MONTREAL(Kitco News) - Draft legislation to conserve and sustain 50% of the Plan Nord territory in Northern Quebec was unveiled by Quebec Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment and Parks Pierre Arcand On Friday, making it the largest land conservation project in history.