Porcupine Canvas Manufacturing will be able to increase its production capacity and take advantage of a growing market

The Government of Canada awards $200,000 in financial assistance to this Boucherville business

BOUCHERVILLE, QC, Jan. 15, 2019 /CNW Telbec/ - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

Porcupine Canvas Manufacturing occupies a prominent niche in the design and manufacturing of custom shelters, tents and teepees, including for the glamping and outdoor markets, in addition to offering a range of resistant textile products, such as bags of all types and other specific-use items.

To meet growing demand, Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions will provide the company with a repayable contribution of $200,000. With this financial assistance, the business will be able to optimize its production capacity in order to take full advantage of promising growth opportunities on both the domestic and international markets.

This funding was announced today by the Honourable Marc Garneau, Member of Parliament for Notre-Dame-de-Grâce—Westmount and Minister of Transport. The Government of Canada's assistance will allow for the introduction of digital production technology for its cutting processes and the purchase of programmable industrial sewing machines. The initiative will result in the creation of 15 jobs.

Under new management and headquartered in Boucherville since 2017, the company has reached a turning point in its development. Bolstered by its current successes and strong order activity, it has the tools it needs to take full advantage of available business opportunities.

The Government of Canada is committed to supporting innovative Canadian businesses. A driving force of the economy, innovation is the key to success because it generates growth that benefits both businesses and communities. This is why we are committed to ensuring that businesses are able to rely on adequate resources to create and market innovative products.

Quotes

"I am delighted with this support from the Government of Canada, which has decided to build on the innovation capacity of businesses that set themselves apart in a constantly changing market. Their drive and boldness are sources of invaluable progress and contribute to the economic vitality of the region."

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Member of Parliament for Notre-Dame-de-Grâce—Westmount and Minister of Transport      

"As Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, my goal is to help businesses grow and innovate so that they can become more competitive and create high-quality jobs and wealth for Canadians. Our support for Porcupine Canvas Manufacturing reflects this commitment in a concrete way."

The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister responsible for CED

"Our growth plan is an ambitious one, and our relocation from Timmins, Ontario, to our new facilities in Boucherville, Quebec, has provided us with a strong foundation to achieve it. We are pleased to be able to rely on CED's assistance, which will help us greatly in carrying out our plans."

Brenda Hagerty, President, Porcupine Canvas Manufacturing

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.
• The funding was awarded under CED's Quebec Economic Development Program. For more information on CED and its priorities, consult the 2018–2019 Departmental Plan or visit www.dec-ced.gc.ca.
• For 50 years now, the Government of Canada has been actively participating in regional economic development in Quebec: half a century of concrete action dedicated to the development of the regions and local businesses.
• To learn more about the company: Porcupine Canvas Manufacturing.

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SOURCE Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

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