Visit with Hon. Ravi Kahlon - BC's Minister of Innovation

1900 West Nickerson Street,Seattle WA 98119

09 September, 2022

Description

Please join us to discuss the intersection of the Blue Economy between Washington State and British Columbia, Canada, our state’s largest trade partner, and share many responsibilities for the Salish Sea ecosystem. With interdependent maritime and technology sectors, we have much to gain from our close partnership and coordination on topics such as maritime and port decarboniztion, protection of Southern Resident Killer Whales, technology innovation, marine conservation, and so much more. Maritime Blue will host a roundtable discussion and tour the site of the Maritime Innovation Center. We will provide an update on the work of Martime Blue, our members, partners, and stakeholders, and discuss avenues for further collaboration and partnership. Agenda 3:00 - 3:30 Gather at the Blue Hub for light refreshments 3:30 - 4:00 Welcome and Introductions from partners 4:00 - 4:10 Remarks from Minister Kahlon 4:10 - 4:30 Overview of Maritime Blue and transboundary partnerships 4:30 - 5:00 Open discussion 5:00 - 5:30 Tour site of the Maritime Innovation Center (Seattle Ship Supply building) Space will be limited, so please RSVP here by September 7th - End of Day If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Joshua Berger, [email protected]