PacifiCan’s investment is meant to help AI Industries increase production capacity and efficiency by installing advanced automated fabrication and welding equipment, enabling the company to expand into new markets, strengthen supply chains, and potentially create more jobs.
SURREY — Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development) and Member of Parliament for Surrey Centre, on behalf of Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) announced over $8 million in RTRI funding for four Surrey businesses to try and help them diversify exports, grow locally, and compete more globally.
The announcement was made at AI Industries, a company that produces steel components for construction projects across North America, including Surrey Civic Centre. PacifiCan’s investment is meant to help AI Industries increase production capacity and efficiency by installing advanced automated fabrication and welding equipment, enabling the company to expand into new markets, strengthen supply chains, and potentially create more jobs.
Three additional businesses are also reportedly receiving funding, including Nanak Foods, a company that specializes in the manufacturing of paneer cheese, ghee (clarified butter), yogurt and various dairy-based appetizers and desserts. PacifiCan’s investment is meant to help the company automate its production and warehouse operations to increase capacity, strengthen domestic food manufacturing, and expand into other markets.
“The RTRI funding will help AI Industries strengthen domestic manufacturing capacity at a time of growing trade uncertainty and tariff pressures. Through the deployment of advanced automation technology, we will enhance productivity, improve our global competitiveness, and generate economic benefits that extend throughout our network of Canadian suppliers, subcontractors, and construction partners,” said Karim Walji, Co-Owner and General Manager, AI Industries.
“The RTRI funding is a significant investment in the future of Canadian food manufacturing. By supporting advanced automation and productivity improvements at Nanak Foods, this project will enhance our global competitiveness, create sustainable jobs, strengthen domestic dairy processing capacity, and help us grow exports while building a more resilient Canadian supply chain,” said Gurpreet Arneja, President, Nanak Foods, Inc.
The investments amounts include:
AI Industries – $1,000,000
MTC Solutions – $630,250
Nanak Foods – $5,500,000
PowerHouse Building Solutions – $925,000