Based on the high level of interest expressed in the Downsview lands, we are confident that the proposals selected represent the very highest calibre in terms of quality and innovation. The President of Canada Lands Company, Erhard Buchholz, highlighted the benefits. Members of the community and the City have been actively involved throughout the process and will continue to play a leading role in influencing the ultimate development of these lands through the municipal planning process. Mr. Grant also announced the creation of CLC Downsview, a subsidiary of Canada Lands, which will manage and develop the Downsview Lands, and of the Downsview Foundation, which will receive charitable donations which can be used to fund Downsview redevelopment initiatives. The Mayor of North York, His Worship Mel Lastman, confirmed the substantial benefits of the proposed new development.
Every community wants a jewel, and that is exactly what is being proposed - it's an absolute jewel.
I look forward to working with the community to ensure that this fits in well and is compatible with our vision, down to the last, perfect planning detail. Canada Lands Company is a Federal Crown Corporation which manages and disposes of certain strategic federal properties on behalf of its shareholder, the Government of Canada. It reports to Parliament through the Hon. Diane Marleau, the Minister of Public Works and Government Services Canada.