TORONTO - On Thursday, March 27th East Coast Connected hosted a private reception at the Spoke Club in Toronto for Liberal Industry Critic Scott Brison to discuss clean and green technology.

Brison addressed a crowd of more than 50 people at the invitation only event, discussing the importance of green technology and renewable energy in Atlantic Canada. Brison highlighted the accomplishments and impact that Atlantic Canadians have made in business and policy; and the important leadership role Atlantic Canada has to play in championing the development of clean technology and green energy.

"Atlantic Canadians have long distinguished themselves as leaders of business and policy both on the national and international stage," said the Honourable Scott Brison. "Now more than ever Atlantic Canadians have an opportunity to lead in the development of clean technology."

One company that exemplifies the innovative and exciting technological advancements of the region, Atlantic Combustion joined ECC in hosting the event.

"As a leader in the region and industry, Atlantic Combustion Technologies is delighted to help raise awareness of the innovative work happening in Atlantic Canada," said Will Digdon, President of Atlantic Combustion Technologies. "Atlantic Combustion Technologies is an industry leader in promoting biomass as an efficient and renewable energy source alternative to fossil fuels through its line of fireside additives, called CoMate."

"East Coast Connected was extremely pleased to host the Honourable Scott Brison, a leader in Atlantic Canadian federal politics in concert with Atlantic Combustion Technologies," said Chris Crowell, president of East Coast Connected. "We are committed to uniting Atlantic Canadians and Toronto business leaders in discussion on hot topics and innovation that can benefit business in both regions."

East Coast Connected (ECC) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to fostering business, policy, academic and cultural relationships between Atlantic Canada and the Atlantic Canadian expatriate community in Toronto.