March 24, 2026 · Dartmouth, Nova Scotia · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Atlantic Canadian businesses are modernizing to drive productivity and build resilience in a shifting global economy. By helping firms optimize supply chains and adopt the technologies they need to compete in new markets, the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) is strengthening Atlantic Canada's industrial capacity and helping the region lead on the world stage.
Today, Braedon Clark, Member of Parliament for Sackville-Bedford-Preston, announced a federal investment of nearly $1.3 million through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative to support three businesses in Dartmouth.
These investments will support the following organizations as they modernize operations, adopt new technologies, expand capacity, and improve processes, helping strengthen productivity, supply chains, and market reach.
- Outdoor-Fit Exercise Systems Inc. will expand and upgrade its manufacturing facility through new automation equipment and specialized expertise to support process improvements, product development, and market diversification ($770,250).
- Reftek Systems Inc. will hire staff and acquire equipment to establish a specialized sensor lab in the Halifax Regional Municipality to reinforce supply chain reliability ($267,500).
- Aurea Technologies Inc. will lower production costs for its Shine 2.0 turbine and to support prototyping, compliance testing, and cybersecurity, as well as global business development to expand into international markets ($250,180).
Today's announcement demonstrates the Government of Canada's commitment to building a stronger economy to make life more affordable and helping Canadian businesses succeed in a more uncertain global economy. By investing in productivity, innovation, and stronger supply chains, firms have access to the support they need to adapt, modernize, and pursue new market opportunities.
This announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency.
