Many Newfoundland and Labrador companies are growing by focusing on new national and international markets. Support for the Newfoundland Distillery Company from the Provincial Government will enhance niche export opportunities for the company, which will help grow its local operation.
The Newfoundland Distillery Company uses locally sourced ingredients and traditional methods to make distinctive spirits, which has earned the craft distillery recognition for its award-winning products. The business opened its first retail distillery in Clarke’s Beach in 2017, and has grown to having its products distributed across the province and other markets in Canada.
To assist with its growth plans, the Newfoundland Distillery Company received approval of $79,000 from the Business Development Support (BDS) program. This funding will help the company with implementation of export marketing tools including promotional materials for specific external markets.
Newfoundland and Labrador is home to innovative companies that are creating unique food and beverage products and experiences. Support for this type of export initiative demonstrates a commitment to small businesses, and contributes to the Provincial Government’s commitment to strengthen the province’s economic foundation.
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“Support for the Newfoundland Distillery Company fits our strategic focus to increase local activity with a strong emphasis on export markets. The company has successfully developed new award-winning products that are in demand nationally and internationally, and today’s announcement will further help the company in its market development endeavors. I look forward to visiting Clarke’s Beach over the summer to experience the Newfoundland Distillery Company firsthand.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology
“The Newfoundland Distillery Company is extremely grateful for the funding from Industry, Energy and Technology as it will enable us to effectively expand in new markets, particularly Ontario and the United Kingdom where we are just launching our spirits. It will also allow us to investigate further export markets which is crucial to our future growth.”
Peter Wilkins
Newfoundland Distillery Company
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