Helping Totally Raw Pet Food Grow Capacity
News release
Funding supports increased productivity and expansion to meet increasing demand for raw pet food
May 10, 2018 – Dartmouth, NS – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Supporting increased productivity in small enterprises is key to generating growth, creating jobs and strengthening Canada’s middle class. That is why the Government of Canada is investing $105,000 in Totally Raw Pet Food to help with the acquisition of new processing equipment that will increase production, develop new product lines and help meet a growing demand for this specialty pet food.
The funding was announced today by Darren Fisher, Member of Parliament for Dartmouth—Cole Harbour, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA).
Totally Raw Pet Food will use the funds to purchase a patty maker, food dehydrator, and a walk-in freezer. The new processing equipment will enable the company to increase the volume of production and storage capacity in order to meet growing demand. ACOA is providing the repayable assistance through its Business Development Program, which helps small and medium-sized enterprises expand and modernize to improve competitiveness.
Today’s investment builds on commitments made by the Government of Canada and the four Atlantic Provinces to drive economic growth in the region through the Atlantic Growth Strategy. The strategy supports strategic investments in projects that will spur value-added opportunities for resource-based industries such as the fisheries, forestry and agriculture to expand and diversify the economy.
Quotes
“Our government knows that business success in Atlantic Canada requires innovation and increased productivity. Companies like Totally Raw Pet Food are creating well-paying jobs here in Nova Scotia. We want to help firms in Atlantic Canada increase exports, forge global partnerships, attract foreign investment, and create more jobs and greater prosperity for the middle class.”
- The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA
“This expansion project will enable Totally Raw Natural Dog Food to increase its production capacity, explore new product lines and allow the local producer to increase its market share. We are proud to support this company as it improves productivity and efficiency, creating a product that focuses on nutrition and health.”
- Darren Fisher, Member of Parliament for Dartmouth – Cole Harbour
"I would like to thank ACOA for its ongoing support. ACOA’s participation in our business has resulted in meaningful employment opportunities for Nova Scotians. Our ongoing relationship has helped us stay competitive, grow and innovate."
- Karen Campbell, Co-Owner, Totally Raw Pet Food
Quick facts
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· Totally Raw is the largest producer and distributor of all natural, unprocessed and filler free pet nutrition products in Atlantic Canada.
· Totally Raw produces a range of natural products for dogs and cats, including ground dinners, whole foods, bones, treats and supplements.
· As a result of this investment, the company will hire two full-time production staff and maintain 10 full time employees.
Contacts
Alex Smith
Director of Communications and Outreach
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Phone: 902-426-9417 / 902-830-3839 (cell)
E-mail: alex.smith@canada.ca
Karen Campbell
Co-Owner
Totally Raw Natural Dog Food
Phone: 902-719-9111
E-mail: karen@totallyrawdogfood.com