Independent ice cream producer Chapman’s is set to invest over $145 million in a significant expansion of its operations in Markdale, Ontario. This investment will create 200 jobs and allow the company to offer products that have never been available in Canada, while also enabling it to grow its export business to cater to rising demand in international markets. The new facility, spanning 175,000 square feet, will start with three new production lines, with plans for three additional lines in the future.
The family-owned business currently employs more than 800 full-time staff members in Markdale, making it the largest employer in the area.
“This expansion comes at a critical time for Chapman’s. The competition from multinationals has only increased in recent years, and this project will help us to establish a stronger competitive ground,” said Ashley Chapman, COO of Chapman’s. “We are grateful to the province and Invest Ontario for the support on this project. Additional funding from Invest Ontario has allowed us to build a bigger facility and support higher paying jobs for Canadians.”
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Food manufacturers like Chapman’s benefit from Ontario’s strong agricultural sector, skilled workforce, and advanced manufacturing expertise. The expansion will feature cutting-edge equipment and automation technology aimed at enhancing capacity, increasing efficiency, and facilitating staff upskilling.
“I’m thrilled to welcome Chapman’s latest investment in Ontario, which is a major vote of confidence in our province’s economy and workers,” said Ontario Premier Doug Ford. “We’re going to continue doing whatever it takes to protect workers by cutting red tape and making Ontario the most competitive place in the G7 to invest and create jobs.”
All of Chapman’s products are made right here in Markdale using milk and cream sourced exclusively from Canada. This expansion will create new opportunities for Canadian suppliers while contributing positively to the agri-food economy as more food products made in Ontario are manufactured and supplied both domestically and internationally.
“At a time of global uncertainty, Ontario is proud to stand as a trusted partner for companies seeking a competitive business environment, highly skilled workforce and resilient economy in which to invest,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “We are thrilled to see Chapman’s expand their Canadian roots and deliver innovative, high-quality Ontario-made products to families here and around the world.”
The investment will be supported with a loan of up to $20 million through the Invest Ontario Fund.
“Chapman’s is a household name in Canada and an Ontario success story. Through this expansion they are reinforcing their roots at home while opening doors to the world market,” said Khawar Nasim, CEO of Invest Ontario. “We’re proud to support this Ontario business that will create opportunities for Ontarians and strengthen the province’s supply chain resilience.”
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“We’re proud that we can expand our presence within Ontario by meeting growing demand for mission-critical Large Power Transformers throughout North America. This investment not only enhances our production capacity but also drives job creation along with innovation within supply chains across this region,” stated Alexei Miecznikowski President & CEO Northern Transformer Corporation.
The new operation stands poised favorably given its access O ntario’s extensive transformer supply chain since it intends mainly utilizing local materials such as magnet wire insulation systems electrical steel thus generating additional prospects among suppliers based locally whilst reducing dependence upon imported resources.
“We’re deeply grateful toward Hydro One who committed early on alongside OPG Bruce Power providing ongoing assistance,” added Miecznikowski further expressing appreciation towards both Invest Ontar io Federal Economic Development Agency Southern Ontario thanked Townof Innisfil whose recognition contributed greatly toward success overall.”
NCT presently produces Small Medium Power Transformers employing150 individuals servicing utilities plus firms operating renewables nuclear industry mining petrochemical sectors spanning North America.
”Investments suchas Northern Transformers Innisfilsendclearmessagesignallingthatdespiteglobaluncertainty Ontarioremainsstable resilientandcompetitivetopartnerwith” noted Fedeli. “Through Invest Ontarioourgovernmentproudlysupportsaprojectaligningwithcommitmentcreatinghighvaluejobsfortheworkers strengtheningmadein Ontario supplychains pavingpathlastingprosperity.”
“Clientsappreciatevaluelongterm mutuallybeneficialrelationships ”said NTCChairman Giovanni Marcelli.” Thisinvestmentreflectsunwaveringcommitmentto meetingclients evolvingneeds energys ector undergoesrapidtransformation drivenby infrastructurerenewal economicgrowth electrification.”
Thefundingwillbesupportedthroughaloanup$8millionvia Invest Ontario Fund subject reaching definitiveagreement.
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Food manufacturers like Chapman’s benefit from Ontario’s strong agricultural sector, skilled workforce, and advanced manufacturing expertise. The expansion will feature cutting-edge equipment and automation technology aimed at enhancing capacity, increasing efficiency, and facilitating staff upskilling.
“I’m thrilled to welcome Chapman’s latest investment in Ontario, which is a major vote of confidence in our province’s economy and workers,” said Ontario Premier Doug Ford. “We’re going to continue doing whatever it takes to protect workers by cutting red tape and making Ontario the most competitive place in the G7 to invest and create jobs.”
All of Chapman’s products are made right here in Markdale using milk and cream sourced exclusively from Canada. This expansion will create new opportunities for Canadian suppliers while contributing positively to the agri-food economy as more food products made in Ontario are manufactured and supplied both domestically and internationally.
“At a time of global uncertainty, Ontario is proud to stand as a trusted partner for companies seeking a competitive business environment, highly skilled workforce and resilient economy in which to invest,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “We are thrilled to see Chapman’s expand their Canadian roots and deliver innovative, high-quality Ontario-made products to families here and around the world.”
The investment will be supported with a loan of up to $20 million through the Invest Ontario Fund.
“Chapman’s is a household name in Canada and an Ontario success story. Through this expansion they are reinforcing their roots at home while opening doors to the world market,” said Khawar Nasim, CEO of Invest Ontario. “We’re proud to support this Ontario business that will create opportunities for Ontarians and strengthen the province’s supply chain resilience.”
Northern Transformer Corporation To Build $150M Facility In Innisfil
Northern Transformer Corporation (NTC) will invest $150 million into establishing a new manufacturing facility located in Innisfil, Ontario. This project is expected to generate 151 jobs while doubling their workforce size so they can enter into the Large Power Transformer market. The new plant at Innisfil will allow this Maple-based manufacturer to produce liquid-filled transformers capable of handling up to 750MVA and 500k V – vital equipment used for building high-voltage power transmission networks along with electricity generation projects as well as large-scale industrial initiatives like mining or data centers.
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“We’re proud that we can expand our presence within Ontario by meeting growing demand for mission-critical Large Power Transformers throughout North America. This investment not only enhances our production capacity but also drives job creation along with innovation within supply chains across this region,” stated Alexei Miecznikowski President & CEO Northern Transformer Corporation.
The new operation stands poised favorably given its access O ntario’s extensive transformer supply chain since it intends mainly utilizing local materials such as magnet wire insulation systems electrical steel thus generating additional prospects among suppliers based locally whilst reducing dependence upon imported resources.
“We’re deeply grateful toward Hydro One who committed early on alongside OPG Bruce Power providing ongoing assistance,” added Miecznikowski further expressing appreciation towards both Invest Ontar io Federal Economic Development Agency Southern Ontario thanked Townof Innisfil whose recognition contributed greatly toward success overall.”
NCT presently produces Small Medium Power Transformers employing150 individuals servicing utilities plus firms operating renewables nuclear industry mining petrochemical sectors spanning North America.
”Investments suchas Northern Transformers Innisfilsendclearmessagesignallingthatdespiteglobaluncertainty Ontarioremainsstable resilientandcompetitivetopartnerwith” noted Fedeli. “Through Invest Ontarioourgovernmentproudlysupportsaprojectaligningwithcommitmentcreatinghighvaluejobsfortheworkers strengtheningmadein Ontario supplychains pavingpathlastingprosperity.”
“Clientsappreciatevaluelongterm mutuallybeneficialrelationships ”said NTCChairman Giovanni Marcelli.” Thisinvestmentreflectsunwaveringcommitmentto meetingclients evolvingneeds energys ector undergoesrapidtransformation drivenby infrastructurerenewal economicgrowth electrification.”
Thefundingwillbesupportedthroughaloanup$8millionvia Invest Ontario Fund subject reaching definitiveagreement.
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