Advanced Manufacturing Investment Strategy announcement at Skyjack Inc.

GUELPH, May 14, 2007 – Economic Development and Trade Minister Sandra Pupatello announced a loan of $2.48 million under the government’s Advanced Manufacturing Investment Strategy that will boost innovation and create jobs at Skyjack Inc., a manufacturer of aerial work platforms.

• See news release: MCGUINTY GOVERNMENT SUPPORTS INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE AT GUELPH MANUFACTURER

Minister Pupatello announces the investment that will help Skyjack grow its market share and create new jobs in the Guelph area.

Linda Hasenfratz, CEO of Linamar Corporation, Skyjack’s parent company, discusses how innovation and research and development are essential to the long-term success of the company.

Pictured left to right: Guelph Mayor Karen Farbridge, Minister Pupatello, Linda Hasenfratz and Guelph-Wellington MPP Liz Sandals.

Skyjack workers assemble for the announcement.

Minister Pupatello is led on a tour of the facility by Skyjack Plant Manager Mike Russell.

Minister Pupatello is given a first-hand demonstration of a Skyjack boom lift in action.