"SMS Equipment’s investment in the Timmins branch," said Heard, "is an investment in Northern Ontario."
The expansion injected more than $30 Million into the economy through the building’s design, materials and construction. Along with jobs created in its creation, the branch employes more than 80 full-time staff, including 28 Heavy Equipment Technicians and six HET apprentices. As is the case across our network, SMS Equipment Timmins aims to be an employer of choice, attracting skilled tradespeople to live and work in the region.
SMS Equipment is also committed to enhancing the quality of life for the people that live in the communities where we operate. Along with our investment in the local economy, we are active in a broad range of sport, arts and culture, and other initiatives that help the people of Timmins and surrounding areas thrive.
A grand celebration
Representatives from provincial and municipal governments, customers, partners and employees gathered at the new SMS Equipment branch on June 25 to celebrate its grand opening.
"Timmins is the city with a heart of gold and having a world-class supply and service company like SMS Equipment is important for our local economy," said George Pirie, Member of Provincial Parliament for Timmins.
"I want to congratulate SMS Equipment on this terrific expansion that will create over 100 good-paying jobs and benefit the people and businesses in our region. This brand-new facility will help mining operations get machines back up and running faster, while also ensuring Timmins will be the supply and service hub of the Northeast."
Heard concluded the event with an inspiring message about the months and years ahead.
“As we celebrate the grand opening of our new branch, we not only mark the completion of its construction,” he said. “We also look into our future – a future of collaborative growth and shared success for our employees, our customers, our partners and our community.”