Government of Canada invests in pasta manufacturer in Brampton
News release
Over $1.7 million to help Italpasta meet growing product demand and create 10 jobs
May 14, 2024 – Brampton, Ontario
By investing in our local food manufacturers, we are supporting them as they compete on a global scale, create quality jobs and bring new food innovations to market.
Today, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), alongside Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Brampton East; and Francesco Sorbara, Member of Parliament for Vaughan–Woodbridge, announced an investment of over $1.7 million for Italpasta Limited to enhance the production of its made-in-Canada pasta products.
Founded in Canada in 1989, family-owned and operated Italpasta is committed to sharing Italian traditions with Canadians by producing high-quality pasta products made with Canadian wheat. With this investment, Italpasta will be able to meet the rising demand for its products across North America by replacing old equipment with a state-of-the-art production line with triple the production capacity. In addition, the new manufacturing line and equipment will reduce production times, increase supply chain spending and create 10 skilled jobs.
The project will support clean growth outcomes by reducing the company’s energy consumption and carbon footprint by 20 percent through its modernized storage silos and manufacturing processes.
The Government of Canada is supporting businesses to grow as they deliver innovative solutions to address the evolving needs of both domestic and global markets, while reducing energy consumption.
Quotes
“The Government of Canada investment in Italpasta Limited underscores our commitment to supporting Canadian businesses and industries as they produce quality made-in-Canada products and grow our economy. These investments not only strengthen the competitiveness of Canadian companies, they also contribute to our long-term economic growth.”
– The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
“This announcement is good news for both the Brampton region and Canada’s food manufacturing industry as it will support a leading business in our community while strengthening local supply chains and increasing production of made-in-Canada food products.”
– Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Brampton East
“Cultivating prosperity from farm to table, Italpasta embodies the innovation and resilience of Canada's food manufacturing sector. Our investment emphasizes our commitment to supporting industry leaders like Italpasta as they continue to drive growth, create jobs and nourish communities across Canada.”
– Francesco Sorbara, Member of Parliament for Vaughan–Woodbridge
“I express profound gratitude for the invaluable support extended by the Government of Canada through this investment. The funding not only empowers us to address the escalating demand for our products across North America but also reaffirms our role as a beacon illuminating Canadian wheat farmers and championing locally crafted, premium-quality, affordable products that families can be proud to serve to their loved ones. This investment will further strengthen our ability to deliver on that commitment while contributing to the local economy and creating more jobs here at home for the people of Brampton."
– Joe Vitale, Founder and President, Italpasta Limited
Quick facts
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Rooted in a love for Italian food, Italpasta's journey began with founder Joseph Vitale's childhood memories of his mother's kitchen, which he brought to Canada for Canadian markets to enjoy.
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Italpasta Limited is the largest pasta manufacturer in Canada, employing approximately 200 staff. Its products are made in Canada with 100 percent Canadian wheat and are sold to retail and food service clients across Canada and the U.S.
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Since 2015, FedDev Ontario has invested over $40 million in more than 100 projects in Brampton, estimated to have created and maintained over 1,300 jobs.
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Since 2015, the Agency has invested over $75 million in more than 80 food manufacturing businesses.
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Contacts
Edward Hutchinson
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
Edward.hutchinson@feddevontario.gc.ca
FedDev Ontario
Media Relations
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