The new facility, which will be located between Imperial Road and Speedvale Avenue in Guelph, will have a capacity to produce 200MW of solar modules a year while employing approximately 500 people in the process.
Canadian Solar’s development of feed-in-tariff domestic content compliant solar manufacturing facility in Ontario complements the McGuinty government’s Green Energy Act, devised to create jobs and build manufacturing facilities across the province.
Dr Shawn Qu, chairman and CEO of Canadian Solar, said: “We salute the Province of Ontario and its leaders for their exemplary commitment to renewable energy.
“The issue of climate change is arguably one of the most important challenges we are facing today; therefore, it’s inspiring to see such a wide range of groups — government, business, investors and citizens come together to build a mutually beneficial solution. Through innovation, creativity and hard work, we are able to mitigate climate change and create needed employment.”
