Today, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), announced a combined investment of nearly $26 million to support 31 Greater Toronto Area businesses and organizations as they respond to tariff-related pressures, strengthen domestic supply chains, and position themselves for long-term growth.
Recipient Name |
Project |
Total Project Cost |
FedDev Ontario Funding Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
To strengthen its competitiveness by modernizing manufacturing operations through the adoption of advanced and energy-efficient production technologies. Established in 1986 in Pickering, APS Metal Industries Inc. provides complete precision metal fabrication from raw material to finished parts including laser cutting, welding, brake press forming and machining services. |
$3,000,000 |
$1,000,000 |
|
To strengthen its competitiveness by diversifying into new markets through the development of advanced lightweight materials for automotive applications. Established in 1987 in Aurora, Axiom Plastics Inc. manufactures thermoplastic injection-molded components and engineered plastic products for the automotive sector. |
$1,300,500 |
$650,250 |
|
To strengthen operations, expand domestic processing capabilities, and support market diversification through the adoption of automated food processing technologies. Established in 2010 in Mississauga, Barocco Coffee Co. Ltd. roasts and manufactures specialty coffee products for retail and wholesale markets. |
$432,060 |
$216,030 |
|
To strengthen competitiveness through equipment acquisition to expand steel processing capabilities. Established in 1968, Brannon Steel manufactures carbon steel parts for OEMs and custom fabricators. |
$2,551,000 |
$900,000 |
|
To enhance competitiveness by acquiring and integrating an automated cutting system. Founded in 1995 in Concord, Brentwood Classics Limited designs and manufactures made-to-order upholstered furniture for residential markets. |
$264,585 |
$132,292 |
|
To strengthen competitiveness and resilience by modernizing seafood processing operations. Founded in 1997 in Mississauga, Canada Smoked Fish Co. Inc. produces smoked salmon and other smoked fish products for retail and wholesale markets. |
$1,420,823 |
$639,370 |
|
To support business growth through investments in new equipment and technology. Founded in 1985 in Gormley, Cesaroni Technology Inc. manufactures aerospace products, ammunition components, heat exchangers, and testing equipment for industrial and commercial customers. |
$3,221,610 |
$750,000 |
|
To expand and modernize manufacturing operations, and support market diversification. Founded in 1983 in Toronto, Dascan Industrial Controls designs, engineers, and manufactures custom industrial control panels and automation systems for manufacturing and process industries. |
$2,032,000 |
$775,000 |
|
To strengthen competitiveness, and diversify into new markets. Founded in 1965, and located in Brampton, Daybar Industries Limited manufactures commercial and industrial steel doors and frames for the construction sector across North America. |
$12,475,650 |
$700,000 |
|
To strengthen competitiveness by modernizing critical manufacturing assets, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing supply chain resilience Founded in 2018, Dieform Automation is a provider of scalable manufacturing solutions specializing in metalworking, automotive machining, and weldment fixturing for the automotive and industrial sectors. |
$460,000 |
$230,000 |
|
To diversify and modernize manufacturing to establish capabilities for the assembly of lithium-ion energy storage systems. Founded in 1978 in Courtice, Dy-Tech Inc. specializes in precision metal fabrication, custom assemblies, and energy storage solutions. |
$14,660,000 |
$900,000 |
|
To strengthen competitiveness through domestic large tooling and nuclear component manufacturing. Founded in 1952 in Markham, Exco Engineering designs and manufactures tooling and automotive components. |
$4,252,000 |
$700,000 |
|
To modernize operations and support market diversification and expansion. Founded in 1931 in Brampton, Feature Foods International Inc. manufactures seafood, sauce, and condiment products for retail and foodservice customers across North America and international markets. |
$1,989,000 |
$592,200 |
|
To modernize operations and enhance competitiveness through facility upgrades and the adoption of advanced digital technologies. Founded in 1986 in Brampton, Future Steel Buildings Intl. Corp. manufactures customized pre-engineered steel building and roofing systems, serving commercial, industrial, agricultural, and infrastructure markets across North America. |
$2,675,142 |
$700,000 |
|
To modernize operations through the adoption of advanced printing and workflow technologies. Founded in 1995 in Markham, ICON Digital Productions Inc. specializes in large-format printing, display graphics, and digital signage solutions. |
$2,896,420 |
$1,303,389 |
|
To strengthen market readiness and support Indigenous tourism businesses in southern Ontario to expand into new markets. Established in 2014 in Toronto, the Indigenous Tourism Association of Ontario supports the growth and promotion of Indigenous tourism experiences and businesses across Ontario. |
$580,000 |
$520,000 |
|
To improve operational efficiency, and support market expansion through the adoption of advanced machining equipment and digital workflow tools. Founded in 1989 in Woodbridge, MAS Precision Parts is a CNC machining company that produces precision parts and tooling and dies for industrial customers. |
$930,000 |
$465,000 |
|
To acquire and install steel printing and bending equipment to expand capabilities to improve competitiveness. Established in 2009 in Mississauga, Maxxit Systems Inc. designs and manufactures customized architectural ceiling and wall systems for commercial and institutional spaces. |
$ 3,351,976 |
$900,000 |
|
To implement equipment and automation upgrades to expand production capabilities and diversify its customer base. Founded in 2009 in Brampton, Metelix Products Inc. manufactures custom plastic products and components for automotive, commercial, and industrial customers. |
$1,895,880 |
$600,000 |
|
To improve efficiency and support market expansion through the adoption of advanced automation technologies. Founded in 1973 in Pickering, Nelson Industrial Inc. manufactures precision-fabricated metal products for the construction and industrial sectors. |
$10,032,500 |
$1,000,000 |
|
To enhance competitiveness through the adoption of automation technologies. Founded in 1980 in Concord, OFGO Studio manufactures commercial furniture, including desks, seating, tables and workplace solutions. |
$10,000,000 |
$600,000 |
|
To strengthen competitiveness and resilience by expanding domestic manufacturing capabilities. Established in 2019 in Scarborough, Oxygen8 Solutions Inc. designs and manufactures energy-efficient HVAC and indoor air quality systems for commercial and institutional buildings. |
$15,492,151 |
$2,532,000 |
|
To strengthen competitiveness by modernizing operations through the adoption of digital technologies. Founded in 2015 in Markham, PakFactory Inc. provides custom packaging solutions and packaging design services for businesses across North America. |
$2,850,000 |
$1,603,125 |
|
To strengthen competitiveness and increase production capacity through the installation of a new production line and automated pressing cell. Founded in 2008 in Newmarket, and now based in Keswick, Pulp Moulded Products Inc. manufactures sustainable moulded-fibre packaging from recycled fibre for electronics, food, consumer and industrial applications. |
$3,643,000 |
$1,500,000 |
|
To install new machinery to increase productivity and efficiency, and support market growth. Founded in 1969 in Etobicoke, Qualified Metal Fabricators Ltd. provides precision metal fabrication services for the aerospace, defence, transportation, and foodservice sectors. |
$775,500 |
$387,750 |
|
To acquire equipment and upgrade its facility to support diversification of fabrication services. Founded in 2005 in Courtice, Ranfar Steel Ltd. provides metal fabrication and processing services for industrial, commercial, and telecommunications customers. |
$679,500 |
$339,750 |
|
To modernize manufacturing operations, and support new product development and market expansion. Founded in 1975 in Mississauga, Rapid Aid Corp. develops and manufactures hot and cold therapy products and temperature-controlled solutions for healthcare and retail markets. |
$2,595,000 |
$700,000 |
|
To strengthen supply chain reliability through the adoption of automation and modernized manufacturing processes. Founded in 1985 in Etobicoke, Ricci Food Group manufactures frozen pizza and food products for retail customers across Canada. |
$1,120,871 |
$500,000 |
|
To modernize food processing operations through the adoption of advanced digital systems and equipment upgrades to strengthen supply chain resilience. Established in Brampton in 2009, Sierra Custom Foods business has a long history of providing customized food products and processing solutions to retail and foodservice customers. The company continues to operate under the Sierra Custom Foods name following its acquisition by Amir Group of Companies in 2024. |
$2,292,654 |
$600,000 |
|
To support the addition of new equipment to enhance resilience and facilitate access to new markets. Founded in 1999 in Markham, SinaLite is a wholesale printing company that provides commercial printing, packaging, and large-format printing services across North America. |
$3,827,639 |
$2,870,729 |
|
To strengthen competitiveness and operational resilience through the adoption of advanced automation and modern equipment. Founded in 2022 in East Gwillimbury, Technical Steel Corp. manufactures structural steel, pre-engineered buildings, and custom steel components for industrial and construction applications. |
$1,839,677 |
$900,000 |
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