Laval businesses receives
$400,000 in financial assistance from
CED.
LAVAL,
QC, May 13, 2024 /CNW/ -
Canada Economic Development
for Quebec Regions (CED)
Supporting innovation and growth contributes to economic
development in Quebec's regions.
That is why Annie Koutrakis, Member of Parliament for
Vimy and Parliamentary Secretary
to the Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, today
announced a repayable contribution of $400,000 for RVE – Recharge Véhicule Électrique.
This CED support will enable the Laval SME to increase the
pace of its export market development efforts.
RVE specializes in the design of energy management systems for
electric vehicles and holds a North American patent on a
charge controller for electric vehicles. This thriving
business would now like to expand its market. The financial support
from CED announced today will make it possible to hire employees
dedicated to implementing a marketing strategy targeting mainly
the U.S., as well as fund some of its promotional activities
so that, in time, RVE can expand its distribution network.
CED is proud to support businesses and organizations that are a
source of pride in their communities. Quebec's economic growth relies on
organizations with strong roots in the regional economy; they are
key assets in building a sustainable, inclusive economy.
Quotes
"Helping businesses grow and innovate so they can become more
competitive and create good‑quality jobs is a core priority for us.
That is why CED is supporting RVE, whose success is raising
the profile not only of the Montréal region, but also of the
Canadian economy as a whole. We are here to help workers and
Quebec and Canadian SMEs so that,
together, we can build a stronger, more resilient, more
sustainable economy."
Annie Koutrakis, Member of
Parliament for Vimy and
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Tourism and Minister
responsible for CED
"SMEs are at the core of community development and are part of
our government's economic growth plan. We are helping them to
innovate and grow. That is why I am delighted with CED's
support for RVE's project, which will make it possible to not only
create good jobs, but also contribute to the city of Laval's economic vitality. Thank you and
congratulations to the entire RVE team on this wonderful
project."
The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada,
Minister of Tourism and
Minister responsible for CED
"We are very thankful to CED for its financial support and for
enabling us to accelerate the marketing of our products. RVE has a
mission to transform the at-home charging industry, and our
solutions are particularly relevant to the U.S. in the context
of limited electrical capacity."
Frédéric Boucher, Chief Financial Officer, RVE
Quick facts
- The funds have been granted under CED's Regional Economic
Growth through Innovation program. This program targets
entrepreneurs leveraging innovation to grow their businesses and
enhance their competitiveness, as well as regional economic
stakeholders helping to create an entrepreneurial environment
conducive to innovation and growth for all, across all
regions.
- In Quebec, SMEs account for
99.7% of the province's businesses and 50% of its GDP.
- CED is the key federal partner in Quebec's regional economic development. With
its 12 regional business offices, CED accompanies businesses,
supporting organizations and all regions across Quebec into tomorrow's economy.
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- RVE
- CED funding initiatives and programs
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