The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec have offered the financial assistance for Abattoir Zampini under components 2 and 3 of the Programme d’appui à la compétitivité des abattoirs régionaux (PACAR).
The halal abattoir will use this money to add a new slaughter line for large animals, mainly cattle over 30 months of age and cull cows. The project also includes the creation of new animal receiving and holding areas and the acquisition of new equipment.
The money was awarded as part of the two governments’ desire to ensure the sustainability and development of animal production sectors by promoting increased competitiveness of slaughterhouses and improved slaughter services in response to regional or sectoral needs.
Jean-Claude Poissant, parliamentary secretary to the federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, said: “The Government of Canada is proud to help Abattoir Zampini make its expansion project, which will increase Quebec’s large-animal slaughter capacity, a reality. Thanks to this investment, the company will create good, middle-class jobs while also helping the agriculture and agri-food sector in the Lanaudière region reach its full potential.”
Laurent Lessard, Quebec Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, said: “Prosperity for businesses in the bio-food sector is a priority for our government. In this connection, the second direction, Feeding Our World, of Quebec’s 2018–2025 bio-food policy consists specifically of supporting investment in businesses to help them become prosperous, sustainable and innovative. This investment is also in line with our department’s desire to see businesses in the bio-food sector make $15 billion in investments by 2025.”
Lise Thériault, Quebec Minister Responsible for the Lanaudière Region, added: “This project meets a regional need, since the supply of cull cattle to be slaughtered far exceeds the slaughter capacity of slaughterhouses in Lanaudière and the adjacent regions. By helping Abattoir Zampini increase its productivity and become more competitive, the Government of Quebec is investing in the region’s economy and prosperity. That is excellent news for all Lanaudière residents.”
