On March 4, the organisation announced five new loans.
“Michelin Development in the Greater Waterloo Region is proud to be a significant factor in the creation of 700 potential new jobs for people in the region,” said John Tully, director of Michelin Development (Canada) Inc. in the region. “The loans that we have provided help fund the vision and drive of the 18 companies and entrepreneurs that have received them.”
Michelin Development’s most recent loans provide scope for the potential creation of 160 jobs in the manufacturing, technology, marketing, multimedia and health sectors. “In addition to providing loans to these deserving entrepreneurs, our program also provides access to Michelin’s experience and expertise,” said Tully. “The combination of loans and access to expertise helps these entrepreneurs maximise their business and job creation.” (Tyres & Accessories/Staffordshire, U.K.)