News
For Immediate Release
Fort Erie
04/07/2011
Rich Products of Canada Turning The Corner With Advanced Technology: McGuinty Government Supports Job Creation in Fort Erie
NEWS
Ontario’s economy is turning the corner and helping a Niagara Region food-manufacturer modernize its operations, while creating 5 new jobs, and supporting 43 existing jobs with almost 300 people currently working at the plant.
With the purchase of two state-of-the-art advanced spiral freezers and a robotic packaging system, Rich Products of Canada will increase production volumes, boost productivity and reduce energy consumption. The Fort Erie plant produces frozen breads, rolls, pizza and sweet goods. Seventy percent of the products are destined for the U.S. market.
Partnering with local business is a key component of the 2011 Ontario Budget - Turning the Corner, to create and support 10,000 new and existing jobs for Ontario families and strengthen our local economies.
QUOTES
“Ontario’s economy is turning the corner and the combination of advanced technology and Ontario’s skilled workforce is a proven recipe for future success. We support Rich Products of Canada’s latest investment in Fort Erie which will help modernize its facility and create jobs for Ontario’s hardworking families.”
– Sandra Pupatello, Minister of Economic Development and Trade
“Rich Products has been providing good jobs for Fort Erie residents for nearly 50 years and today’s announcement supports their continued growth. This investment is exciting news for Rich Products, its employees and the Niagara Region.”
– Kim Craitor, MPP for Niagara Falls
“We’re pleased with the cooperation we’ve received from the Ontario government as we continue to increase our employment presence in Fort Erie. This current economic development initiative further strengthens our Fort Erie plant’s manufacturing capabilities in support of our growing frozen dough business across North America.”
– Dwight Gram, Vice President, Global Corporate Communications, Rich Products Corporation
QUICK FACTS
- The company is investing $13 million in the project, with Ontario providing a $3.9 million loan.
- Food processing is the second largest manufacturing sector in Ontario after the automotive industry.
- So far, Ontario has recovered 91 per cent of the jobs lost in the recession.
LEARN MORE
- See how Ontario's Budget 2011 is supporting job creation and helping the province's economy to turn the corner.
- Check out Government of Ontario programs and services for business.
For more information:
Tim Weber
Minister's Office
416-325-4520
Patrick Imlay
Communications Branch
416-325-6998
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