EnerQuest to Expand Manufacturing Facility to increase Switchgear Production

March 23, 2026

The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of nearly $15.8 million by EnerQuest Technologies Solutions Inc. to expand their manufacturing facility in Harrow, Ontario and reshore the production of switchgears from the United States.

Leveraging the province’s skilled workforce, this project will create 125 new good-paying jobs and protect 154 existing positions across Essex County. In support of EnerQuest’s investment, Ontario is providing $1.5 million in funding through the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund stream of the Regional Development Program (RDP).

“EnerQuest’s expansion speaks not only to the resilience of Ontario’s manufacturing sector, but to the reliability of our workforce and the power of partnership,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “Through the Regional Development Program, our government is proud to support a company who is driving forward regional economic priorities and strengthening domestic supply chains through the reshoring of their operations.”

A custom manufacturer of prefabricated electrical equipment, EnerQuest’s expansion will bring their switchgear sub-assembly manufacturing in-house to their Harrow facility, reducing reliance on a U.S.-based sister facility. In addition to mitigating tariff risks and scaling production capacity, the investment will position EnerQuest to meet confirmed contract demands for critical data centre infrastructure, modular housing and medical units.

“By supporting strategic investments from regional businesses, our government is protecting Ontario’s workers and creating the conditions for a strong, stable and resilient economy that can weather any storm,” said Anthony Leardi, MPP for Essex. “EnerQuest’s investment will support growth and innovation across the local manufacturing sector and create more good-paying jobs for workers and families in Essex County.”

First launched in 2019, the RDP provides tailored supports to businesses and municipalities, helping them invest in the equipment, technologies and skilled workers they need to grow and remain competitive in a shifting economic landscape. To date, Ontario has welcomed more than $2.6 billion in new investments through the RDP, creating over 5,500 jobs across the province.

“While the technology is important, what truly makes this expansion possible is the community around us,” said Malena Marshall, Director at EnerQuest Technologies Solutions Inc. “Harrow has been more than just a location for our operations — it has been a partner in our growth. The support from local leaders, educators and residents has helped create an environment where companies like EnerQuest can invest with confidence and build long-term careers for the people who live here. We are especially grateful for the support provided through the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund. Programs like this help companies invest in advanced manufacturing, strengthen regional supply chains and create high-quality jobs right here in Southwestern Ontario. That kind of partnership between industry, government and community is exactly what fuels sustainable growth.”

With U.S. tariffs impacting workers and businesses across key sectors, the government is protecting the province by lowering taxes, reducing red tape and making strategic investments into key sectors, while supporting distinct regional priorities. More information about how the government continues to make progress on this plan and build Ontario into the most resilient, self-reliant and competitive economy in the G7 will be included in the 2026 Budget, to be released on March 26, 2026.

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