The Ontario government is investing $1.6 million to help a Mildmay lumber company expand and create new jobs.
Bernie McGlynn Lumber Ltd. is receiving the funding to go toward its $5.3 million project to construct a new 30,000-square-foot facility and install upgraded equipment, including a first-in-Ontario thermal-treating kiln system and a double-bladed bandsaw.
A press release from the provincial government shares that the funding is coming through the Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program.
The press release also claims this investment and the project overall will maintain 13 jobs and create five new ones at the lumber facility. Additionally, the statement claims the project will "help strengthen forestry supply chains across the region and is expected to increase log purchases by 50 per cent."
"Our government is proud to support projects that help forestry businesses expand, modernize and remain competitive in changing global markets," said Kevin Holland, Associate Minister of Forestry and Forest Products. "Through our forest sector roadmap, we will continue making strategic investments that protect forestry jobs, strengthen Ontario’s competitive advantage and maintain our position as a G7 leader in producing and selling high-quality forest products."
"Bernie McGlynn Lumber has been an important employer and community partner in the Municipality of South Bruce for generations," added Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson. "This investment will enable innovation, help create new jobs, support the local forestry sector, and strengthen the region's economy while ensuring Ontario-made wood products continue to thrive. Congratulations to the McGlynn family on this exciting milestone."
