ON Welcomes Over $37M Manufacturing Boost in Kingston

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KINGSTON — The Ontario government is welcoming over $37 million in investments from two Kingston-based companies, strengthening local manufacturing and driving economic growth in the region. IPG Photonics Inc., a manufacturer of optical sensors and software, is investing more than $21 million to build a new production facility. Cancoil Thermal Corporation, a manufacturer and designer of heat exchangers and equipment …

Ontario Added 9,800 Jobs in June, Mostly in Manufacturing

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TORONTO — Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, issued the following statement on monthly employment release by Statistics Canada, which showed Ontario added 9,800 jobs in June, including 8,600 jobs in the manufacturing sector. “For the sixth consecutive month, employment in Ontario has increased, demonstrating that our plan to rebuild the economy is working. Since the …

Celebrating $93M Boost to Oxford County Manufacturing

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WOODSTOCK — The Ontario government is welcoming $93 million in new investments from four Oxford County companies, creating 187 new, good-paying jobs across the region. “Oxford County has a long history of manufacturing excellence, and thanks to continued investments in the region, that legacy will continue,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “As we position …

Building Resilient Economy

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Province’s targeted plan will help create more opportunities across key sectors TORONTO — Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, issued the following statement on monthly employment release by Statistics Canada, which showed Ontario added 26,100 jobs last month, including 11,400 jobs in the construction sector and 7,100 jobs in the manufacturing sector. “As Ontario, like the …

Over $32M Manufacturing Investment in Orillia Welcomed

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EcoPoly Properties Inc.’s expansion will create 85 new, good-paying jobs ORILLIA — The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of over $32 million by EcoPoly Properties Inc., a producer and supplier of plastic products, including films and bags for flexible packaging. Their investment will enhance the company’s existing facility in Orillia and create 85 new, good-paying jobs for local workers. “Through …

Premier Doug Ford’s Speaks at 2024 Rural ON Municipal Association Annual Conference

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TORONTO — Premier Ford delivered the following remarks at the 2024 Rural Ontario Municipal Association annual conference. “Well, good morning! Thank you, Jeyan, for that introduction. I’m thrilled to be back here…. For the 2024 ROMA Conference… Alongside my caucus and cabinet colleagues. Before I begin… I want to give a big thank you to the Rural Ontario Municipal Association… Mayor Robin …

ON Welcomes $65M Boost to Niagara Manufacturing Sector

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Expansion projects by three companies will create 46 new, good-paying jobs SMITHVILLE — The Ontario government is supporting $65 million in investments by three companies to boost local manufacturing and create 46 new, good-paying jobs in the Niagara Region. As part of these investments, the province is providing the companies with $6.7 million in support through the Regional Development Program (RDP). …

FluidAI Medical Makes Manufacturing Investment in Kitchener

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KITCHENER — The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of over $25 million by local medical technology company, FluidAI Medical. “Through our Regional Development Program, our government is helping growing Ontario manufacturers like FluidAI Medical innovate and create good-paying jobs,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “We are proud to support a company that is …

Starlim North America invests $10.4m in London

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Starlim North America will create new, good-paying jobs in London LONDON — The Ontario government is welcoming a $10.4 million investment by Starlim North America Corp., a global leader in liquid silicone injection molding, to enhance its existing facility in London and create 26 new, good-paying jobs. “Thanks to investments from companies like Starlim, we can be confident that our …

Ontario Achieves Strong Job Growth, Investments in 2023

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Domestic and international companies invested billions in the province TORONTO — Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, issued this statement following today’s monthly employment release by Statistics Canada, which showed that while employment in Ontario decreased last month, nearly 120,000 jobs were created in 2023, including over 22,000 jobs in the province’s manufacturing sector. “As we …