Ontario is investing in a major Mississauga food manufacturer to create sustainable jobs, expand export opportunities, and strengthen the province's food and beverage processing sector.
The province is investing $1 million through the Jobs and Prosperity Fund - Food and Beverage Growth Fund to help the Super-Pufft Snack Corporation purchase and install a new canister crisp line. Super-Pufft will invest almost $9 million in the new line.
The investment will allow the company to double its production capacity and capitalize on new export opportunities - with 90 per cent of sales of the new products destined for export markets. The Super-Pufft Snack Corporation exports snack canisters to more than 30 countries - including Belgium, Mongolia and Israel.
The project will increase the company's productivity and improve their competitiveness. The funds are expected to create 34 new jobs while retaining 304 current jobs in Ontario.
Supporting a strong and innovative agri-food industry is part of the government's economic plan for Ontario. The four-part plan includes investing in people's talents and skills, making the largest investment in public infrastructure in Ontario's history, creating a dynamic, innovative environment where business thrives, and building a secure retirement savings plan.
Source: OMAFRA