December 10, 2020 - Sudbury, ON - Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario - FedNor
Advanced manufacturing is a cornerstone of Canada's economy, producing important goods for the domestic and international markets while supporting well-paying jobs for Canadians across the country. As technology transforms manufacturing, Canadian companies are innovating and modernizing their processes to stay on the cutting edge. This involves transforming operations, adopting advanced automated equipment, investing in research and maintaining a highly skilled workforce.
Paul Lefebvre, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, and Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt, today announced a Government of Canada investment of $663,945 in support of two projects to help strengthen and grow Greater Sudbury's manufacturing sector. Once complete, these strategic initiatives are expected to create more than 25 local jobs. The funding is provided through FedNor's Regional Economic Growth through Innovation Program
First, an investment of $463,587 will enable Carriere Industrial Supply Ltd. to purchase and install specialized equipment and robotics technology. This includes four robotic cells designed to increase automation and support the company in its efforts to produce and commercialize new products. The funding will also support facility upgrades to improve product quality and reduce environmental impacts.
The remaining $200,358 will enable City Welding Sudbury (2015) Limited to acquire innovative production and fabrication equipment to improve efficiencies and product quality, while reducing emissions. Specifically, the funding will be used to complete facility upgrades and purchase specialized ventilation equipment and modular fitting tables.
COVID-19 has highlighted the importance of innovation in manufacturing. With the support of the Government of Canada, industries are reassessing their models and adapting their operations to better serve clients, while continuing to find opportunities for development and growth. As we safely reopen Canada's economy, the government will continue supporting manufacturers in developing new technologies and creating highly skilled jobs for Canadians.
Quotes
"Advanced manufacturing supports good, well-paying jobs in communities across Canada, while producing the goods that the world wants. Today's announcement is further proof of our Government's commitment to supporting manufacturers through these challenging times. Our message to them is clear: we've been here for you with immediate measures, we're here for you now and we'll get through this, together. We're working with you to support good jobs and help Canadian manufacturing come back strong."
- The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedNor
"Northern Ontario has a wealth of manufacturing expertise and the sector's potential for growth is limitless. I am proud that our government is investing to help these local businesses expand their operations, upgrade facilities, reach new markets and create good-paying jobs right here in Greater Sudbury."
- Paul Lefebvre, Member of Parliament for Sudbury
"Innovative companies like Carriere Industrial and City Welding Sudbury understand that investing in technology will open the door to new opportunities for sustainable growth and long-term success. Our government is committed to providing the right tools for local manufacturers to scale up, innovate and create jobs right here in Nickel Belt - Greater Sudbury."
- Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt
"We are excited to partner with the Government of Canada so we can purchase cutting-edge equipment to help us increase production, access new markets and meet the growing demand for our products and services. This strategic initiative is a game-changer for our company that will drive future growth and create local jobs."
- Dale Alexander, Controller, Carriere Industrial Supply Limited
"We welcome and appreciate this FedNor funding as it will allow us to modernize and grow our business and become more competitive. The purchase of a state-of-the-art equipment will allow us to better service our clients, improve productivity, increase our workforce and reduce emissions."
- Robert Brouillette, Owner & President, City Welding Sudbury (2015) Limited
Quick facts
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The funding announced today is provided through FedNor's Regional Economic Growth through Innovation - Steel and Aluminum Initiative, which provides non-repayable contributions to steel and aluminum users for investments in innovative projects that enhance business productivity and/or competitiveness. These investments are expected to maintain and create jobs as well as promote economic growth by helping companies adopt innovative technologies and processes.
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Manufacturing is one of Canada's most important economic sectors, contributing to a large share (1.7 million) of Canada's quality full-time, well-paying jobs across a wide range of industries.
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Accounting for approximately $174 billion of our Gross Domestic Product (GDP), manufacturing represents more than 10 per cent of Canada's total GDP.
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Since 2015, FedNor has invested over $38 million in 59 manufacturing projects across Northern Ontario.
