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Ontario Welcomes an Over $7.3M Manufacturing Investment in Simcoe-Grey

January 26, 2026

AGNORA Ltd. will create 20 new well-paying jobs in Collingwood

January 23, 2026 – For Immediate Release

Collingwood, ON – The Ontario government is welcoming a $7,301,000 investment by AGNORA Ltd., to boost manufacturing and create 20 new, well-paying jobs in Collingwood over the next five years.

The investment was announced today by Brian Saunderson, Member of Provincial Parliament for Simcoe-Grey.

“By supporting strategic investments from regional businesses, our government is protecting Ontario’s workers and creating the conditions for a strong, stable, and resilient economy that can weather any storm,” said MPP Saunderson. “AGNORA’s investment will support growth and innovation across the local manufacturing sector and create well-paying jobs for workers and families in the region.”

With this investment, AGNORA will operate a new, fully automated Insulated Glass (IG) line that can handle the largest units in North America. Additionally, this change will increase their production capacity over 40% while ensuring an exceptional quality standard that AGNORA is known for.

“AGNORA is a customer service company first, so ensuring that we have the top-performing equipment to meet our customers’ needs is critical to our long-term success,” said Richard Wilson, President, AGNORA Inc.

In support of this investment, the government is providing AGNORA with $1,000,000 in funding through the Regional Development Program’s Advanced Manufacturing & Innovation Competitiveness (AMIC)

“Employing more than 800,000 workers across the province, Ontario’s manufacturing sector is the economic engine of our nation,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “Our government is proud to support local companies like AGNORA as they expand their operations, and we thank them for their contributions to Ontario’s dynamic and growing manufacturing ecosystem.”

Ontario is investing over $220 million through its Regional Development Program to help manufacturers across the province grow while supporting distinct regional priorities. To date, Ontario has supported more than 180 projects through the program, leveraging more than $2.5 billion in new investments and helping to create over 4,800 jobs.

QUICK FACTS

  • The government launched the Regional Development Program (RDP) for eastern and southwestern regions of Ontario in November 2019. Through this program, businesses and municipalities can get financial support and guided access to a range of complementary services and supports.
  • In 2022, the Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness (AMIC) stream of the RDP was launched to support advanced manufacturers across the province. Ontario is now providing additional funds to enhance the AMIC stream that will help more firms with the financial support and tools needed to improve competitiveness, while strengthening essential supply chains.
  • The government continues to provide tax support to Ontario manufacturers by continuing to offer the Ontario Made Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit to eligible businesses.
  • Additionally, Ontario has launched a new $150 million Ontario Together Trade Fund to assist local businesses in taking advantage of new interprovincial trade opportunities.

QUOTES

“On behalf of the entire County, we thank the province for investing in our region, creating more jobs and further supporting one of our world-class manufacturing businesses. AGNORA manufacturers glass that is used throughout North America, and this investment, combined with AGNORA’s commitment to growth, innovation and support for our local labour force, is welcome news as we all work together to help grow our local and regional economy.”

– Basil Clarke, Warden of Simcoe County

“This incredible investment is a testament to Collingwood’s vibrant and growing job market. With 20 new jobs created, AGNORA and the Ontario government are directly supporting Collingwood families and the growth of our local economy.”

– Yvonne Hamlin, Mayor of the Town of Collingwood

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