Federal government announces $100K contribution for MINI TIPI
by CM Staff
This CED support will make it possible for MINI TIPI to acquire and install production equipment, purchase software and computer equipment, and develop a pre–marketing strategy.
GATINEAU — Sophie Chatel, MP for Pontiac announced on behalf of the Honourable Pascale St–Onge, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, a repayable contribution of $100,000 for MINI TIPI. This funding will enable the Gatineau business to improve its production and marketing capacity. This CED support will make it possible for MINI TIPI to acquire and install production equipment, purchase software and computer equipment, and develop a pre–marketing strategy.
Founded in 2016, MINI TIPI is a business that celebrates the diversity and richness of Indigenous cultures through the creation, production and distribution of a variety of high-quality products (covers, bags, shawls, mittens, and kids’ ponchos). Co–founders Trisha Pitura and Mélanie Bernard have been able to develop a line of products inspired by their lifestyle and their proud Canadian and Indigenous heritage.
Women such as Trisha Pitura and Mélanie Bernard play an invaluable role in the country’s economic development.
“Across the country, entrepreneurs participate in the economic vitality of our communities by creating good jobs. Today’s announcement regarding MINI TIPI is proof once again of the Government of Canada’s commitment to women entrepreneurs and manufacturing businesses in Gatineau, in line with our economic recovery plan. By helping them pursue their operations and by stimulating their growth, we are ensuring Quebec’s manufacturing industry plays a major role in Canada’s economic recovery,” said Sophie Chatel, Member of Parliament for Pontiac.
“Our government has set itself the mission to support the growth of Canadian businesses and the economic diversification of communities, which cannot be done without the key contribution of our women entrepreneurs. Assisting Indigenous women and communities in Quebec who choose the path of entrepreneurship leads to inclusive growth in our regional economies, paving the way for a prosperous future. SMEs such as MINI TIPI are key drivers in our economy and our communities, and I am delighted with CED’s support for this project by this thriving business. The success and spin–offs of this project will contribute to the economic vitality of Gatineau and the broader Outaouais region,” said Pascale St–Onge, Member of Parliament for Brome–Missisquoi, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED.
