Invest Durham and Town of Ajax drive $10M manufacturing expansion at Triforest

Whitby, Ontario – In a move that strengthens economic growth in Durham Region, Invest Durham and the Town of Ajax’s Business Engagement and Supports Team secured a $10 million expansion at Triforest’s manufacturing plant in Ajax. Their collaborative efforts are a significant achievement in advanced manufacturing and job creation.

The milestone was marked at a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Regional Chair and CEO, John Henry; Regional and local Councillors from Town of Ajax; and Triforest executives.

Triforest, a global specialist in laminate flooring and related products, established its first North American factory in Ajax in 2023. The Phase II development is expected to create more than 80 full-time jobs and generate $100 million in annual output. The expansion introduces four SPC (stone plastic composite) flooring production lines, with installation and commissioning now complete. Trial production began in June, with full operations starting this month.

Despite ongoing volatility in U.S. trade relations and persistent tariff concerns that have challenged manufacturers, Triforest has secured hundreds of containers of U.S. orders, signalling strong demand and growth potential for its expanded operations in Ajax.

Together, Invest Durham, Town of Ajax and Triforest are building a vibrant manufacturing sector in Durham Region. To learn more about opportunities to build or grow your business in Durham Region, visit InvestDurham.ca.

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“This expansion is a clear example of how collaboration drives results. Our shared commitment to economic growth is attracting world-class investment and we thank Triforest for choosing Durham Region as their home. This expansion strengthens our position as a leader in advanced manufacturing and job creation.”

 – John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer

“Ajax is proud to be home to Triforest’s growing operations. This investment speaks volumes about our community’s potential and the confidence businesses have in Ajax. Together with Invest Durham, we continue to support companies that create jobs and bring long-term opportunity to Ajax.”

– Shaun Collier, Mayor of Ajax

“This project reflects the kind of proactive, hands-on support Invest Durham is known for. We worked closely with Ajax’s economic development team and Triforest to ensure a successful expansion. In today’s challenging economic environment, especially with ongoing tariff pressures, we are committed to helping companies navigate uncertainty and grow with confidence.”

- Simon Gill, Director of Economic Development and Tourism, Region of Durham

 “We are proud to mark this important milestone in Ajax, where Triforest’s first Canadian SPC vinyl flooring production line represents not only a major step forward in our North American manufacturing strategy, but also a testament to the strength of local collaboration. We are grateful for the ongoing support from the Region of Durham and the Town of Ajax, and we look forward to growing together as we continue to bring Canadian-made, high-performance flooring products to markets at home and around the world.”

 – Junwu Zhang, CEO of Triforest

 About Durham Region

Located on the eastern side of the GTHA, Durham is a region with momentum. Offering a competitive advantage like no other, Durham is a community where talented, smart, diverse, and ambitious people—known for their innovation, creativity, skills, and education—bring access to world markets, insights, invention, and traditions. A place where an innovative ecosystem helps propel new ideas forward. Where ingenuity and industry help tackle global challenges. Visit durham.ca to learn more about one of Canada’s fastest growing communities.

 About Triforest

Triforest Inc. is a global leader in flooring and panel board manufacturing, specializing in Laminate Flooring, SPC Luxury Vinyl Flooring, and MDF/HDF Panel Boards. Founded in 1996, Triforest has grown from a single facility in China into a vertically integrated global enterprise that delivers high-performance products combining quality, durability, and design. Triforest operates 10 distribution centres across Canada and the U.S. and launched its first North American production facility in Ajax, Ontario in 2023. As a family-owned company with over 25 years of expertise, Triforest is built on trust, excellence, and strategic growth.

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