Economic growth and the creation of good jobs for Atlantic Canadians require innovation and diversification. In order to develop and grow a sustainable economy, businesses in the region must continue to pursue technology innovations, projects and processes that are good for productivity and the environment.
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Pat Finnigan, Member of Parliament for Miramichi - Grand Lake, and the Honourable Arlene Dunn, New Brunswick Minister of Economic Development and Small Business and Minister responsible for Opportunities NB, today announced a joint government investment of more than $1.1 million to install a fully automated bagging and robotic packaging line at Envirem Organics Inc.'s Miramichi facility. The company is also contributing $851,985 to the expansion. The new technology will result in up to 23 new jobs at the Miramichi plant once the new line is fully operational. The project will directly add more than $3.5 million to the value of goods and services produced in the province over a five-year period.
MP Finnigan made the announcement on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages.
The Government of Canada is committed to helping more businesses like Envirem Organics Inc. pursue projects that will allow them to scale-up, increase productivity and participate in the innovation economy.
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"By investing in improved production at Envirem Organics Inc., the Government of Canada is remaining true to our commitment to invest in a cleaner economy. We are proud to help businesses expand, innovate and export their products, so that they can create quality jobs and contribute to the Canadian economy during this challenging time."
- The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA
"Climate action is a cornerstone of our government's economic plan. Today's announcement is not only great news for Envirem Organics and the Miramichi regional economy, but it's good news for the environment."
- Pat Finnigan, Member of Parliament for Miramichi - Grand Lake
"Our government is committed to helping New Brunswick businesses reach their development, productivity and sustainability goals. We know investing in new and innovative technologies now is critical to ensure the future growth and success of our manufacturers. By implementing new robotics and automation processes, Envirem Organics will improve productivity, increase exports and stay competitive. These exciting next steps will create new opportunities for our workforce, energize the private sector and grow the economy."
- The Honourable Arlene Dunn, Minister of Economic Development and Small Business and Minister responsible for Opportunities NB
"Envirem Organics Inc. is pleased to announce the expansion of its Miramichi facility, including the addition of another fully automated and robotic packaging line. ACOA's long term support has been very important in our growth and expansion into the U.S., making Envirem Organics Canada's largest private compost company manufacturing organic bio-products for the lawn and garden industry. This will be the fourth fully automated line at our Miramichi plant, providing low cost quality packaging, increasing our capacity and expanding our workforce."
- Robert Kiely, President and General Manager, Envirem Organics Inc.
Quick facts
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Envirem Organics Inc. is a diversified environmental company specializing in manufacturing organic bio-products for the lawn & garden, turf & landscape, organic agriculture and biofuel markets. The company operates eight facilities throughout the Maritimes.
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The Government of Canada, through ACOA, is providing a repayable contribution of $1 million to Envirem Organics Inc., while the Province of New Brunswick is investing $180,000 in the project.
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ACOA's contribution is from the Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program, which supports projects that promote sustainable community economic development, enhance business development and growth, and facilitate innovation.
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In 2020, ACOA invested more than $268.2 million through the REGI program to help companies across a range of sectors expand their capacity, hire more people and acquire new, specialized technology to improve their productivity, including nearly $85 million through the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF), helping 380 businesses and protecting more than 5,600 jobs across Atlantic Canada.
