January 14, 2021
The Government of the Northwest Territories’ inaugural NWT Manufacturing Innovation and Technology Contribution has been awarded to Poison Graphics in Hay River.
The $100K investment will support the purchase of a HP R200 Latex Printer.
Introduced in the Northwest Territories Manufacturing, Strategy (2019), the contribution is designed to support manufacturers investing in technology aimed at reducing costs or improving productivity and resulting in increased local employment. This is the first year that the contribution has been awarded.
With the ability to print directly onto a variety of substrates, the printer will allow the company to expand beyond adhesive printed vinyl and mounting to offer new product lines – including affordable custom printed packaging and displays.
With increased outputs, the company anticipates a need to hire more technicians, graphic designers and sales personnel. The new technology is also expected to reduce waste and production costs while contributing to improved delivery times.
Quotes
The GNWT is working to expand the NWT’s manufacturing sector by supporting professional and technological advancement in the industry. By making these types of investments in our local manufacturing businesses, we hope to increase innovation, employment and economic activity in the sector.
- Caroline Wawzonek, Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment
Thanks to the GNWT’s support, Poison Graphics is set to take another step forward. In particular, we will be able to offer packaging and displays that will allow entrepreneurs to get their products to market – and establish in store displays for their products. This promises to open an exciting new chapter in Hay River’s manufacturing sector.
-Derek Mundy , Owner/Operator Poison Painting
Quick facts
- The deadline for application was December 13, 2020.
- A total of 15 applications were received; 11 from the North Slave and four from the South Slave.
- Poison Graphics has been manufacturing high-visibility traffic and safety signs in the NWT since 1996.
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For More Information, please contact:
Drew Williams
Asst. Director Strategic Communications
Industry, Tourism and Investment
1-867-767-9202 (ext: 63037)