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New Opportunities Program.: The new provincial funding comes from the Fisheries Technology and New Opportunities Program. , according to The Telegram. The minister said the funding provided by the province will support the integration of three separate technological innovations new harvesting technology that has been proven to achieve greater catch rates and minimize seabed contact, faster and more energy efficient equipment for thawing seafood during processing, and X-ray technology that would improve the yield of filleted product. In a news release, the province said the opening of the plant fulfills an important requirement in an agreement between the company and the provincial government to create significant processing employment in the region, and generate greater value from provincial groundfish resources. The provincial governments agreement with Ocean Choice International reflects our commitment to maximizing economic benefits from our fish resources, and ensuring the well-being of residents in rural areas, Hutchings said in a news release. Todays opening is an important step toward achieving these goals, and I am pleased to announce $300,000 from the provincial government to assist with integrating innovative harvesting and processing technology to support the long-term success of this facility. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.