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J1015Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Declare Canada Day in NY

Official title

“Memorializing Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 29, 2019, as Canada Day in the State of New York”

Sponsor Timothy M. KennedySD-63+61 co-sponsors
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to proclaim May 29, 2019, as Canada Day in New York, recognizing strong NY-Canada ties.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the extensive economic interdependence. between New York and Canada, with billions in exports, over 700 Canadian-owned companies, and nearly 700,000 New York jobs tied to this relationship—emphasizing how cross-border ties directly impact the state’s prosperity and employment.

  2. Draws attention to robust cultural and historical connections. , marking milestones like the 100th anniversary of Canada’s formal presence in New York, which helps reinforce the significance of ongoing collaboration and shared heritage between the regions.

  3. Recognizes the critical role of tourism and people-to-people exchanges. , with millions of Canadians visiting New York annually—underlining how these ties support local economies and promote mutual understanding.

  4. Acknowledges the importance of cross-border innovation and technology partnerships. , such as the Canadian Technology Accelerator, suggesting that New York’s leadership in welcoming Canadian enterprises strengthens its position as a hub for international business and innovation.

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Declare Canada Day in NY

Plain English, a few words. Used as the page title.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Timothy M. Kennedy

Senator · Senate District 63

Chair, Transportation

61 Co-sponsors

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1015 BY: Senator KENNEDY MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim

May 29, 2019, as Canada Day in the State of New York WHEREAS, New York and Canada share many additional deep economic, historical, cultural and familial ties; and WHEREAS, New York and Canada share an international border measuring

445 miles in length with 17 international border crossings-including three of the United States' top 10 busiest border crossings-and featuring the important international trade corridors, the Quebec-New York Corridor, the Capitol Corridor, and Continental… Show all

445 miles in length with 17 international border crossings-including three of the United States' top 10 busiest border crossings-and featuring the important international trade corridors, the Quebec-New York Corridor, the Capitol Corridor, and Continental One, as well as the busiest crossing between Canada and the United States-in terms of passenger vehicles-at the Peace Bridge; and WHEREAS, The New York-Canada partnership boasts the largest bilateral tourism industry in the United States with over 5.53 million Canadians visiting New York, accounting for over $1.6 billion in vacation spending; and WHEREAS, Canada is New York's primary export market, with $13.8 billion in exports and $30.7 billion in bilateral trade in 2018; and WHEREAS, This relationship has led to more than 700 Canadian-owned companies operating in the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Those companies are responsible for more than 680,900 jobs throughout the state, with average salaries of $57,030; and WHEREAS, Reflective of this strong relationship, when the Consul General of Canada in New York State launched the Canadian Technology Accelerator for digital media, 80 Canadian companies traveled to New York for the program with 25 percent of program participants establishing a presence in the United States; and WHEREAS, In 1919, Lieutenant Colonel John A. Cooper opened the Canadian Bureau of Information in Times Square to promote Canada - U.S. trade relations; this year, in 2019, the 100th Anniversary of Canada's presence in New York will be celebrated; and WHEREAS, The economies of Canada and New York are tightly linked through integrated cross-border supply chains that keep our firms competitive; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 29, 2019, as Canada Day in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York, and to Consul General Phyllis Yaffe of the Consulate General of Canada in New York.

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