Government of Canada invests in Canada's food self-sufficiency by supporting Cintech agroalimentaire

Apr 06, 2022

SAINT-HYACINTHE, QC – Supporting innovative agri-food organizations contributes to Quebec's regional economic development. That is why the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Member of Parliament for Brome–Missisquoi, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, today announced non-repayable contributions totalling $3,840,000 for Cintech agroalimentaire.

Minister St-Onge recently visited this Saint-Hyacinthe-based multiservice centre along with the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Member of Parliament for Compton–Stanstead and Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food. This CED financial assistance will enable the organization to enhance the performance of Quebec businesses in the agri-food processing sector and ensure they are sustainable.

An important player in its industry, Cintech agroalimentaire manages a college centre for technology transfer (CCTT) affiliated with the Cégep de Saint-Hyacinthe. This CCTT, which focuses on raising awareness among sector businesses of the benefits of waste recovery, received an initial $800,000 from CED. This contribution will enable it to acquire and install equipment to develop methods to recover the by-products generated by sector businesses.

With an additional $3,040,000 in support, the CCTT will also be able to acquire and install equipment to facilitate the development of new food sources high in plant protein and improve their sensory properties with a view to promoting food self-sufficiency.

Through its innovative projects, Cintech agroalimentaire has been supporting the development of agri-food processing businesses since 1986 and aims to enhance innovation and competitiveness across the sector in Quebec.

The Government of Canada recognizes and supports businesses and organizations that are a source of pride in their communities. Quebec's economic recovery relies, among other things, on the adoption of green technologies and the fight against climate change. Businesses that leverage clean technologies are major contributors to growth with a smaller ecological footprint, as well as key assets in rebuilding a greener, stronger, more resilient, and more just economy for all.

Source : Cision

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