16 New jobs in Ayr with new Unilock manufacturing plant

Unilockis opening its third manufacturing plant in North Dumfries Township, creating Ayr, 16 new jobs in Ayr, supportedby the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund.

The company manufactures interlocking paving stones used in driveways and other landscaping features. The new plant will be dedicated to manufacturing one of Unilock's product lines.

The province is investing $1.5 million into the project, the maximum amount a business can get from the province through this fund. The total price tag on the project is over $40 million and the completion date is expected to be next spring.

Jeff Leal, the Minister Responsible for Small Business,said in a news release that the provincial investment helps Unilockbecome more competitive and create jobs in the community.

"Supporting innovative manufacturers is a key focus of our government, and the southwestern Ontario Development Fund is just one of the ways we are helping businesses succeed and grow," said Leal.

Ontario continues to accept applications from qualified businessesfor the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund. The fund covers up to 15 per cent of project costs.