Atlantic provinces collaborate on tourism

Posted Nov 3, 2012 07:26:28 AM.

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The four Atlantic provinces are getting together to launch a regional tourism partnership.

Newfoundland Tourism Minister Terry French issued a statement yesterday saying an announcement will be made Monday in Halifax.

French says the partnership will bring together the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, industry associations and the provincial departments responsible for tourism.

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