Government of Canada invests nearly $3 million to strengthen Greater Sudbury’s manufacturing resilience amid shifting market conditions
News release
FedNor funding will help local businesses diversify, grow, strengthen domestic supply chains, and more
April 24, 2026 – Sudbury, ON – Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario – FedNor
Northern Ontario businesses are the backbone of Canada’s economy. In a rapidly changing world, businesses must grow, adapt, and lead. This is how we build a stronger, more resilient Canada and that work starts right here at home.
Today, Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, announced a Government of Canada investment of $2,950,000 to help three Greater Sudbury businesses respond to global trade pressures and build for the future. The announcement was be made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor.
Provided through FedNor and the Government of Canada’s Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI), these investments will help bring several important projects to life. Specifically, the funding will help Jennmar Canada, Soluroc Sudbury and Lopes Limited boost productivity, diversify, expand into new markets, strengthen supply chains, and grow domestic trade so they can stay competitive and resilient in a shifting global landscape.
With economic uncertainty putting pressure on businesses and workers, Canada must act now and RTRI measures will equip Northern Ontario with the tools it needs to build Canada strong. Together, these priority projects are driving broad economic growth throughout Greater Sudbury and across Northern Ontario by strengthening communities and key sectors, while helping to maintain more than 20 full-time jobs and create close to 40 more.
For a complete funding breakdown and project details, please see the associated backgrounder.
Quotes
“Northern Ontario businesses are ready to lead, and they need the right tools to stay ahead as the economy rapidly shifts. The Regional Tariff Response Initiative is about unlocking that potential. It's about helping local companies scale up, reach new markets, and build stronger supply chains. When we invest in Northern Ontario, we’re investing in Canada’s future – one resilient business, one good job, and one thriving community at a time – to support one Canadian economy.”
- The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor, and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Superior North
“The Regional Tariff Response Initiative is an important tool our government introduced to help companies affected by tariffs withstand their economic impact, particularly businesses in Northern Ontario, which are uniquely exposed. This investment of close to $3 million will help three prominent local businesses respond to global trade pressures, become more competitive and build for the future. In addition to strengthening Sudbury’s manufacturing resilience, this funding will help maintain more than 20 full-time jobs and create close to 40 more.”
- Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury
“We are pleased that FedNor recognizes the importance of stepping up for local businesses like ours that are being challenged by tariffs and trade uncertainty. Modernizing our operations so we can manufacture our steel pipe products locally means we will become more self-sufficient and competitive, while reducing tariff exposure and strengthening Canadian supply chains.”
- Chrisitan Gagnon, President, Soluroc Sudbury
“We are thrilled that FedNor understands the moment and is investing so we can build for the future and manufacture our steel products here at home in Northern Ontario. This expansion project means we can rapidly increase production, expand product offerings, increase our market share, and contribute to a stronger more reliable domestic supply chain for mining materials.”
- David Hurd, Managing Director, Jennmar Canada
“Strengthening domestic supply chains is critical for Canada's mining sector. This support from FedNor helps us continue to manufacture in Northern Ontario, shorten lead times, and provide dependable mining consumables that customers across the country can count on.”
- Juliana Weaver, Director - Mine and Industrial Supplies, Lopes Limited
Quick facts
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The RTRI is part of a broad set of tariff support measures, including the Large Enterprise Tariff Loan Facility, the Business Development Bank of Canada’s Pivot to Grow initiative, and support for trade-exposed sectors through the Strategic Response Fund.
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The Regional Tariff Response Initiative will enable businesses to open doors to new markets, boost productivity, and strengthen domestic supply chains. Visit FedNor’s website to learn more.
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Delivered through Canada’s regional development agencies, the Regional Tariff Response Initiative is a national initiative that will enable businesses to offset the impacts of tariffs and adapt to longer-term trade volatility by opening doors to new markets, boosting productivity, reducing costs, and strengthening domestic supply chains.
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In Northern Ontario, FedNor is working closely with federal, provincial, and territorial partners to respond to the unique needs of the region and build one strong Canadian economy.
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The Government of Canada has a comprehensive plan to fight back against U.S. tariffs, while supporting Canada's interests, industries, and workers.
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Contacts
Jennifer Kozelj
Senior Communications Advisor and Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor
jennifer.kozelj@labour-travail.gc.ca
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario
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