The Government of Canada supports projects by Délices d'Antan, Industries Mélymax and C.C.T. Paper
BERTHIERVILLE, QC, Nov 14, 2018 /CNW/ - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Lanaudière-region businesses Délices d'Antan, Mélymax and C.C.T. Paper will be able to further enhance their activities with the help of a total of $413,405 in repayable contributions from Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions.
The financial assistance will allow Délices d'Antan to acquire a new plant and state-of-the-art equipment. Mélymax will be able to purchase digital equipment that will allow the company to increase its production capacity. And, finally, C.C.T. Paper, a business that specializes in the production of waterproof insulation membranes, will be able to purchase an automated winder and a two-colour press that will allow the company to enhance its productivity.
The announcement was made today by David Lametti, MP for LaSalle–Émard–Verdun and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development. The funding, granted by the Government of Canada under CED's Quebec Economic Development Program, will allow the recipient businesses to achieve their established objectives. Their respective projects will generate a total investment of almost $1.5 million and will result in the creation of nine new jobs in the Lanaudière region.
The Government of Canada is committed to establishing close partnerships with Quebec businesses to support their efforts to innovate and enhance their productivity and competitiveness, while contributing to the economic vitality of the regions, job creation and a better quality of life for citizens.
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"By helping businesses invest in equipment and devices that will enhance their performance, and by promoting product marketing and market development projects, the Government of Canada is meeting its commitment to foster expansion, innovation and exports."
David Lametti, MP for LaSalle–Émard–Verdun and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development
"At the Government of Canada, we are committed to supporting Canadian businesses that pursue innovation. A driving force of the economy, innovation is the key to success, generating growth that benefits both businesses and communities. Our goal in supporting these projects by Délices d'Antan, Mélymax and C.C.T. Paper is to work with these businesses in order to fulfil our commitments and obtain results for Canadians."
The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister responsible for CED
Quick facts
- Today's announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister responsible for the Innovation, Science and Economic Development portfolio, which is made up of 17 federal departments and agencies, including CED and the other five regional development agencies.
- To find out more about CED and its priorities, see the 2018–2019 Departmental Plan or visit www.dec-ced.gc.ca.
- The year 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of federal regional economic development in Quebec: half a century of concrete action targeting the growth of Quebec's regions and businesses.
- For more information about the projects, please refer to the related backgrounder.
Backgrounder
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Repayable contribution of $171,500 out of a total investment of $365,000 Created in 1997, Mélymax is a manufacturing company that specializes in the design, production and marketing of high-end custom-made steel doors for the residential market. Its products are designed using materials with high quality standards, which sets the company apart in a market with very significant barriers to entry. Through the project, the company aims to enhance its productivity and increase its production capacity. Specifically, the project involves the acquisition of digital equipment, including a digitally-controlled cutter, which will allow certain operations to be automated; and the upgrading of its ERP system to ensure machine connectivity and thus the evolution towards Industry 4.0. |
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Repayable contribution of $162,500 out of a total investment of $955,000 Founded in 2003, Délices d'Antan is a family business that makes local bakery products, including potato doughnuts, a unique preservative-free product that does not contain eggs, making it a good alternative for people with allergies. The objective of the project is to enhance the company's productivity and increase its production capacity. The project involves the acquisition of a new plant and state-of-the-art equipment. The larger surface area will allow for the addition of an automated production line, which will have a tangible impact on the production chain and will also reduce the risks for workers. |
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Repayable contribution of $79,405 out of a total investment of $158,810 Founded in 1996, C.C.T. Papers specializes in the conversion and printing of waterproof insulation membranes for the construction sector (for walls and roofs), as well as the manufacturing of industrial packaging products (using flexographic printing) made of flat cardboard, kraft paper or polypropylene, polyethylene and polyester membranes. The goal of the project is to improve the company's productivity and enhance its production capacity. The project involves automating part of the production chain through the acquisition of state-of-the-art equipment including an automated winder and a two-colour press. |
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SOURCE Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
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