BC Invests $6.75M in Manufacturing, Creating 101 Jobs

British Columbia is betting big on local manufacturing, and the payoff means more than 100 new jobs for communities across the province.

Premier David Eby announced Wednesday that four companies will share $6.75 million from the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund. The investment will create 101 positions while helping businesses expand production and reach new customers across North America.

Mako Wood Furniture is receiving the largest share at $5.5 million to build a new facility in Merritt, creating 29 jobs. CEO Harjit Jassal says the expansion represents more than business growth. It's a step toward building a more resilient future for the entire community.

Good Way Homes in Malakwa secured $625,000 to construct new manufacturing space and purchase equipment. The funding will triple their production capacity and add 27 positions to the payroll.

Dinoflex Group in Salmon Arm transforms recycled rubber into flooring and tiles. Their $410,000 investment will upgrade facilities and create seven jobs while helping the company reach more North American customers with sustainable products.

Kinetic Custom Trailers in Penticton landed $216,000 to expand into an additional facility. The heavy-duty industrial trailer manufacturer will boost efficiency and hire 38 new workers.

The Ripple Effect

The announcement took place at Farming Karma in Kelowna, a company that shows what this kind of support can accomplish. Just over a year ago, they received $2 million from the same fund.

Since then, the farm-to-table beverage maker has doubled production and hired 20 people. CEO Avi Gill says his family-owned business now upcycles imperfect fruit into beverages sold nationwide, turning potential waste into jobs and products people want.

Good Way Homes CEO Logan Ashley called the funding a "game-changer" for his company's ability to meet customer demand. More Canadians want to support homegrown businesses, and these investments help local producers deliver exactly what people are looking for.

The funding aligns with British Columbia's Look West plan, designed to help regional businesses grow while creating sustainable employment throughout the province. Each dollar invested doesn't just expand one company. It strengthens entire communities by keeping manufacturing jobs local and building economic resilience from the ground up.

From furniture to trailers to eco-friendly flooring, these four companies prove that investing in local manufacturing creates opportunities that benefit everyone.