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Canada invests $1.1 million to grow the clean technology sector in Burnaby

(CNW Group/Pacific Economic Development Canada)

BURNABY — Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), announced funding of over $1.1 million to Burnaby-based Greenlight Innovation Corporation, a company in that tests equipment required to develop and manufacture hydrogen fuel cells, electrolysers, and energy storage devices.

With this funding, Greenlight will upgrade its internal business systems to improve inventory management and reduce administrative and operational costs. It is anticipated that these improvements will generate increased revenues and the create 45 new jobs.

The Minister made this announcement while attending the Burnaby Business Excellence Awards, co-presented by the Burnaby Board of Trade and the City of Burnaby.

“As the third-largest city in B.C., Burnaby is home to a diversified local economy and thriving industry clusters – many of whom were celebrated at the Burnaby Board of Trade’s Excellence Awards today,” said Minister Sajjan. “Greenlight Innovation Corporation is an example of a local company playing a key role in delivering innovative solutions that are building a cleaner, more sustainable future. PacifiCan is a proud partner in propelling these businesses forward.”