Nortera, a major Canadian processor and marketer of canned and frozen vegetables, has announced a five-year investment plan worth $28 million to modernize its Saint-Denis-sur-Richelieu facility in Quebec. The project aims to increase production capacity and improve operational efficiency in response to changing market conditions.
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The Saint-Denis-sur-Richelieu plant currently focuses on canning vegetables and legumes and preparing soups and sauces. The planned investment will expand capacity from 6 million to 10.6 million case equivalents. According to the company, the expansion is intended to support local agricultural production in Quebec over the coming years.
"The Saint-Denis-sur-Richelieu plant will become a key site in our Canadian industrial network, equipped with modern equipment and enhanced production capacity," said Nortera CEO Hugo Boisvert.
The company noted that the investment comes amid economic pressures, trade uncertainties, and competition from imports. The modernization is expected to improve efficiency and support the resilience of Quebec's vegetable processing sector.
As part of the restructuring, Nortera plans to close its Saint-Césaire plant by late January 2026. The transition will result in 70 new permanent positions at Saint-Denis-sur-Richelieu and the elimination of around 100 jobs at Saint-Césaire. The company stated that it will provide support to affected employees, including severance, and that staff may apply for new positions at the expanded facility.
© NorteraFor more information:
Chloé Chagnon
Nortera
Tel: +1 514 743 6302
Email: [email protected]
www.norterafoods.com
