Ontario is helping an eastern Ontario food processing solutions company invest in new equipment that will enhance productivity, diversify its product line and export markets, and create new jobs.

By introducing cutting-edge refrigerated tempering capabilities as well as new value-added meat processing and cooking lines, Canadian Blast Freezers Ltd. will improve overall operational efficiencies, expand its client base and increase profitability. The province is providing $620,820 through the Eastern Ontario Development Fund to help grow the company’s business.

The two-year, $4,138,805 project will create 75 new jobs and provide eastern Ontario with a fully-integrated, state-of-the art food processing facility.

This investment supports the province’s five-year Open Ontario plan to create new opportunities for jobs and growth.

QUOTES

“Helping Ontario companies invest in advanced technologies and processes to grow their business remains a priority for this government. Innovative companies like Canadian Blast Freezers help spur regional economic growth and create jobs for Ontario families.” 
– Lou Rinaldi, MPP for Northumberland-Quinte West

“With support from the McGuinty government, our company will strengthen its position within the region’s food processing sector. This investment will also help diversify our product line, expand our customer base and provide the local community with 75 new jobs.”
– Dale Willard, President, Canadian Blast Freezers Ltd.

QUICK FACTS

§ Canadian Blast Freezers provides innovative blast freezing, frozen storage and specialized pack and export services to the meat and food processing industries.

§ In 2008, eastern Ontario’s gross domestic product was approximately $66 billion, representing 12 per cent of the provincial total.

§ As a result of business tax cuts and the move to a harmonized sales tax, the tax on business investment in Ontario is being cut in half, making Ontario businesses more competitive.

LEARN MORE

§ Visit the Eastern Ontario Development Fund or call 1 866-909-9951 for more information on funding opportunities for eastern Ontario.

§ Review government-funded programs and services for Ontario businesses.