"The field of engineering has significantly changed in the last 10 yrs. With the evolution of the digital era, the expectation of rural SME's to adopt innovative and modern technologies and practices has become essential in competing with larger city based competitors." Jennifer Young, Owner

"We are leaders in our industry and require solutions that provide efficiency and allow for a more inclusive and diverse work environment. Bringing in automation technologies tailored to accomodate our employees, while complementing our constant growth , is essential as our company continues to expand." Paul & Nancy Switzer, Owners

"It is our belief that this project will benefit the whole community by providing the residents and business owners in Coe Hill, ON the means to transition to a rural digital economy. " Lucas Balemba, Owner

"The project supports the commercialization of our latest product which is a steering cylinder with protective girdle to launch into the Megatruck Industry. The technology supported will allow us to get to market quicker and to produce the product more efficiently " Travis Layland, Owner

 "The project will allow us to create a new kit building system that is available in 27 countries but not currently available in Canada. New technology will allow us to create this product and allow us to access into a new market and to grow our current one." Brad Nicol, Owner

"The project utilizes new technology in an innovative way to solve a major problem plaguing the forest products sector. We have been a fixure in the community for over 133 years and want to keep things that way for another century." James McRae, Owner

2308073 Ontario Inc. o/a Coloured Aggregates was approved on October 1, 2019, for project funding in the amount up to $100,000 under the R.I.I.E.O. project

"This expansion project will enable the business to develop a new processing line utilizing some of the newest technologies. The continued investment and phased-in expansion of the Marmora Plant has resulted in exceptional growth and the creation of fulltime jobs."  Jeff Oravecz, President

WordBird Media was approved on September 11, 2019, for project funding in the amount up to $3,250 under the R.I.I.E.O. project

"This project will enable our business to develop a new mobile video editing suite. This technology will streamline the video production component of our business and allow us to grow outside of our existing service area. We are always looking for ways to innovate and this investment will allow us to continue moving forward. "  Michelle Tremblay, Owner 

Beacon Construction (Ontario) Ltd. was approved on August 16, 2019, for project funding in the amount up to $13,920 under the R.I.I.E.O. project

"This project is a crucial piece of the puzzle to Beacon's growth in the construction industry. Beacon constantly raises the standard for quality construction in the area, and we want to continue that into our internal processes. This new system will create some necessary efficiencies allowing our business to grow "  Jeremy White, President 

Murray Bros. Lumber Company Ltd. was approved on July 18, 2019, for project funding in the amount up to $18,195 under the R.I.I.E.O. project

"Murray Bros. Lumber Ltd. is always looking to the future and are we are excited about utilizing new technology to allow us to build our export sales" Ted Murray, Vice President

2631992 Ontario Ltd. o/a Village Net was approved on July 18, 2019, for project funding in the amount up to $81,165 under the R.I.I.E.O. project

"This expansion project will help VIllage Net continue to build a relationship with the community, businesses, organizations, and residents. We aim to create an infrastructure that attracts & promotes growth and allows for advanced opportunities within the Municipality of Tweed and outward" Chris Rashotte, President 

O'Hara Sugar Maples was approved on July 18, 2019, for project funding in the amount up to $6,000 under the R.I.I.E.O. project

"O'Hara Sugar Maples is ready to commercialize two new products  and we are excited about bringing in new technology to streamline production and allow us to grow" Stephen Needham, Owner

Robinson's Air Filter Exchange Inc. o/a Robinson's Air FIlter Solutions was approved on July 18, 2019, for project funding in the amount up to $33,614 under the R.I.I.E.O. project

"These custom software systems will redefine our internal workflow and routing system. The software will reduce obstacles  and inefficiencies in our processes and provide a stable, innovative and efficient platform that will scale as Robinson's Air FIlter Solutions grows." Lloyd Robinson, President

Universal Seal Inc. was approved on June 7, 2019, for project funding in the amount up to $45,475 & an additional $31,250 on June 28, 2019, under the R.I.I.E.O. project

"Universal Seal Inc. is always looking at innovative ways to do business. We are excited about bringing in this new technology to streamline production and allow us to grow" Blaine Shannick, Manager 

The Barn Chefs was approved on May 30, 2019, for project funding in the amount up to $30,000 under the R.I.I.E.O. project

"After four years in business, we are now outgrowing our space. Taking on this project will allow us to increase our line of baked goods and speed up production time of preserves through the adoption of a state of the art Kitchen Self Cooking Centre" Sarah Woods, Owner 

Greenview Environmental Management Limited was approved on May 30, 2019, for project funding in the amount up to $21,000 under the R.I.I.E.O. project

"In order to remain competitive in our eastern Ontario market, we must continue to grow and adapt to the changes and improvements in technology and innovation, and embrace opportunities to set our company apart from the larger consulting firms as our engineering niche" Tyler Peters, President