News
For Immediate Release
Kingston
08/19/2011
Kingston Manufacturer Creating New Jobs: McGuinty Government Helps Local Company Increase Production
NEWS
Ontario is helping Operational Performance Systems (OPS) expand its business and create new jobs in Kingston.
OPS designs and installs storage systems for emergency vehicles for EMS, fire and police departments, as well as vehicles for utility companies. These storage systems are vital to emergency staff – giving them the tools they need to provide quality healthcare to Ontarians and protect our communities.
With Ontario’s support, OPS is upgrading their facility and purchasing new equipment. The project will help the company increase production while decreasing costs.
Partnering with local businesses and supporting the manufacturing sector is part of the McGuinty government’s plan to create and support new and existing jobs for Ontario families, and strengthen local economies.
QUOTES
“Investing in new equipment is essential to remaining competitive in today’s economy. We’re proud to work with local businesses to create jobs for Ontario families, and help our economy continue to turn the corner.”
― Sandra Pupatello, Minister of Economic Development and Trade
“Helping eastern Ontario companies grow their businesses is an important part of our plan to strengthen our economy. We’re proud to support the latest investment by OPS in Kingston, an investment that will help them to become more competitive and create jobs. They provide a vital support to our emergency personnel when they are helping to save lives and keeping our communities safe.”
— John Gerretsen, MPP for Kingston and The Islands
“OPS is an excellent example of an innovative manufacturing company based out of Kingston. Their range of products and services serves international markets and we congratulate them on their continued growth.”
– John-Paul Shearer, Director of Business Development, Kingston Economic Development Corporation (KEDCO)
“The support from the province allows us to move forward with our business growth plans. The new equipment and the upgrades to our facility will make us more competitive and help us to expand our customer base.”
— Mike Lawrenson, President, Operational Performance Systems (OPS)
QUICK FACTS
- Since the Eastern Ontario Development Fund was established in 2008, it has helped create over 1,825 new jobs and supported over 8,850 existing positions.
- In 2010, Ontario was named a top destination for foreign direct investment (FDI) in North America, second only to California. The province attracted a total of 127 Foreign Direct Investment projects which created more than 11,200 jobs.
- As a result of the tax changes implemented in Ontario, taxes on business investment were cut in half, making Ontario more competitive and encouraging business growth.
LEARN MORE
- Read Ontario’s Progress Report 2011.
- Explore government-funded programs and services for Ontario businesses.
- Visit the Invest in Ontario website.
For more information:
Lauren Tedesco
Minister's Office
416-325-6909
Mark Ingram
Communications Branch
416-325-4776
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