Ontario Welcomes $207 Million Investment in the Advanced Manufacturing Sector

September 18, 2025

Northern Transformer Corporation’s expansion will strengthen the province’s energy supply chain and create 151 new jobs

INNISFIL — The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of nearly $207 million from Northern Transformer Corporation (NTC), a leading Canadian manufacturer of high-voltage power transformers, to establish a new, state-of-the-art facility in Innisfil. This investment marks NTC’s entrance into the large power transformer market, creating 151 new jobs and filling a critical gap in the province’s energy supply chain. As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario, the facility opens new opportunities for local manufacturers and supports the government’s plan to significantly expand the energy infrastructure the province needs to power the most competitive economy in the G7.

“Northern Transformer’s investment in Innisfil sends a clear and compelling message: In the face of global uncertainty, Ontario remains a stable, resilient and competitive partner to do business with,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “Through Invest Ontario, our government is proud to support a project that aligns with our unyielding commitment to create high-value jobs for Ontario workers, strengthen Ontario-made supply chains and position the province for lasting prosperity.”

As demand for high-quality and reliable power transformers continues to grow, NTC’s investment will increase Ontario’s capacity to support grid modernization and electrification initiatives across North America, unlocking new opportunities for the province’s highly skilled workforce while strengthening domestic supply chains. In support of this investment, Ontario is providing $10.5 million in funding through the Invest Ontario Fund.

“We’re proud to expand our footprint in Ontario to meet the rising demand for mission-critical large power transformers across North America,” said Alexei Miecznikowski, President and CEO of Northern Transformer Corporation. “This investment not only boosts our production capacity and technical capabilities, but also drives job creation, innovation and supply chain growth in the region.”

Once operational, NTC’s new facility will manufacture and test high-voltage transformers with power handling capabilities of up to 500kV and 750MVA, critical to supporting large-scale industrial projects, including data centres, mining operations and steel manufacturing. In line with the government’s commitment to reduce reliance on imported, foreign materials, NTC’s new transformer lines will source wiring, insulation and electrical steel from Ontario-based suppliers, bolstering resilience, protecting jobs and fueling competitiveness across the province’s economy.

By leveraging the strength of our secure, domestic supply chains and investing in the infrastructure our industries need to meet the demands of the day, the government is protecting Ontario and its workers for generations to come.

Quick Facts

  • The Ontario government is taking action to protect workers, businesses, and jobs in the face of U.S. tariffs and continued economic uncertainty, with a plan to build an economy that is more resilient and self-reliant.
  • In 2024, manufacturing accounted for over 800,000 jobs across the province and the sector is especially important to prosperity in Ontario’s regional communities.
  • Founded and headquartered in Ontario in 1981, Northern Transformer designs and manufactures liquid-filled power transformers for a broad range of customers including companies operating in industrial, nuclear, mining, utilities, renewables and petrochemical.
  • In addition to this expansion, the company already operates an existing facility in Maple, producing high-quality, smaller-capacity transformers and employs 150 workers.
  • The Government of Canada is contributing to this project through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.
  • Since its inception, Invest Ontario has announced over $7.6 billion in investments, leading to the creation of more than 9,700 good-paying jobs.