A Fraser Valley firm is poised to corner the North American market on tamagoyaki.
EggSolutions Vanderpol's is set to leverage a $5 million government grant to help expand manufacturing and traverse into new markets, including moving into a larger manufacturing facility.
In addition, EggSolutions Vanderpol's also plans to purchase a tamagoyaki machine, which will make the company the only place in all of North America to have this type of device.
By purchasing the tamagoyaki machine, the business will become the exclusive producer of the popular Japanese egg dish for both Canadian and Asian markets.
Another major change the Abbotsford company will undergo is improving its wastewater treatment system, increasing its ability to convert waste into fertilizer and greatly reduce the environmental footprint of the company.
These improvements, along with those made by the other six B.C. companies who shared a total of $18.3 million announced by Emergency Preparedness Minister Harjit Sajjan through the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan) on March 3, are estimated to create an additional 270 jobs throughout the province.
"British Columbians are known around the world for innovation. Business leaders across the province are transforming industries like agriculture and digital technology. PacifiCan is here to support these businesses," Sajjan said.
"The investments announced today will strengthen B.C. companiesB次元官网网址� competitiveness and help to ensure long-term prosperity for all British Columbians."
