{"id":47584,"date":"2024-08-15T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-15T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelaker.ca\/?p=47584"},"modified":"2024-08-15T07:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-08-15T10:00:00","slug":"federal-government-supporting-dartmouth-business-establish-new-processing-facility","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/?p=47584","title":{"rendered":"Federal government supporting Dartmouth business establish new processing facility"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;188&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;93&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>DARTMOUTH:<\/strong> A business in Dartmouth is receiving a federal government repayable contribution of half-a-million dollars to support new food production equipment that will help it establish a processing facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the announcement on Aug. 13, Dartmouth-VCole Harbour MP Darren Fisher announced $500,000 to Tripoli Holdings (Mezza Lebanese Kitchen). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fisher was joined by Halifax West MP Lena Metlege Diab, and made the announcement on behalf of Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The contribution supports the acquisition of new semi-automated food production equipment, helping the longstanding family business establish a 15,000 square foot processing facility in Dartmouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Following rapid growth in recent years, the company\u2019s previous facility reached full capacity. The new space will process food for its restaurants across the maritimes, and for 20 new planned locations, major wholesalers and institutions like hospitals and universities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;34&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate group=&#8221;6&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By boosting productivity five-fold, reducing waste and diversifying the company\u2019s offerings, the project will help Mezza Lebanese Kitchen continue to grow in the food and beverage space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The announcement further demonstrates the Government of Canada\u2019s commitment to helping job creators future-proof their businesses, build resiliency, and prepare for growth, said a release.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Quotes<br \/>\u201cFamily businesses like Mezza Lebanese Kitchen are at the heart of communities in the HRM. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Your federal government is focused on helping our homegrown businesses expand, reach new customers, and create new jobs in their communities.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister<br \/>responsible for ACOA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;71&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;169&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m pleased that Mezza Lebanese Kitchen is putting down new roots here in Dartmouth to roll out plans for growth\u2014and they\u2019re not stopping here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the past 34 years have been any indication, we can expect to see Mezza serve up fresh thinking, business innovation, and continued strides forward in the years ahead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;We can\u2019t wait to see what they do next.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Darren Fisher, Member of Parliament for Dartmouth-Cole Harbour<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cMezza Lebanese Kitchen has transformed family recipes and traditions into a success story that makes our community proud. They embody the spirit of fearless innovation that helps businesses weather challenges and accelerate growth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;We\u2019re pleased to support Mezza as they make big moves to accelerate further, launching the family business into new corners of the food and beverage industry.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Member of Parliament for Halifax West<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;31&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;92&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cOur new 15,000 square foot facility is a heartfelt testament to our dedication to Atlantic Canada. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;For 35 years, this community has embraced our family-owned business, and we are deeply committed to giving back by creating jobs and fostering growth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;This partnership with ACOA is not just about business; it&#8217;s about community and shared dreams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Thank you for believing in our vision and supporting us through this journey.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 Peter Nahas, Co-Founder\/Chief Concept Officer, Mezza Lebanese Kitchen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;210&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;93&#8243;]<br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;188&#8243;] [adrotate banner=&#8221;93&#8243;] DARTMOUTH: A business in Dartmouth is receiving a federal government repayable contribution of half-a-million dollars to support new food production equipment that will help it establish a processing facility. At the announcement on Aug. 13, Dartmouth-VCole Harbour MP Darren Fisher announced $500,000 to Tripoli Holdings (Mezza Lebanese Kitchen). 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