The Ontario government is investing $896,700 through the Ontario Together Trade Fund (OTTF) to help Tulmar Safety Systems of Hawkesbury increase resilience, build capacity and bring critical supply chains back to Ontario.
With this support, Tulmar Safety Systems is also investing $3,378,940 toward workforce training, new capital equipment and targeted business development initiatives aimed at expanding the company’s presence in European defence and aviation markets. The investments are expected to strengthen Ontario-based manufacturing while supporting export growth and long-term job stability in the region.
“Through the Ontario Together Trade Fund, our government is stepping up for the businesses in our community who’ve been directly affected by U.S. tariffs,” said Stéphane Sarrazin, Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for Glengarry–Prescott–Russell. “Tulmar Safety Systems’ investment will help them adapt, stay competitive and continue creating good jobs in these uncertain times, while helping make Ontario’s economy more competitive, resilient and self-reliant.”
First announced as part of the 2025 Ontario Budget, the OTTF is part of the province’s nearly $30-billion tariff relief and support plan aimed at protecting workers and businesses from economic uncertainty while building a more competitive economy.
The program focuses on supporting small and medium-sized businesses and helping them make investments to strengthen operations in Ontario, reach new markets and protect jobs.
“We appreciate the support provided through the Ontario Together Trade Fund,” said Patrick Tallon, Chief Executive Officer of Tulmar Safety Systems. “This investment allows Tulmar to scale our manufacturing and engineering capabilities here in Ontario. It strengthens our ability to support high-quality Canadian jobs while increasing our competitiveness in global defence and aviation markets. Through this investment, we are advancing our mission of delivering engineered protective solutions protecting those who protect us.”
As Ontario continues to deal with the impact of U.S. tariffs and global economic uncertainty, the government says it remains focused on delivering funding, cutting red tape and supporting workers.
