The expansion of an international information technology company will create 30 new jobs in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, says Hon. Allan Campbell, Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning.
“The Government of Prince Edward Island is pleased to welcome Millennium Care Inc. to the Island business community,” said Minister Campbell. “Information Technology has been identified as a key growth sector as outlined in the economic and innovation strategy, Island Prosperity: A Focus For Change. Today’s announcement will create long-term jobs and provide opportunities for further economic development in Summerside.”
Millennium Care Inc. has selected Summerside, Prince Edward Island, as its newest location to deliver on contracts for corporate clients based in 80 countries worldwide. The company also has offices in Toronto, Ontario, and Mumbai, India.
Millennium Care offers very detailed IT support for corporate customers. Employees will be required to complete specific training programs based on the support the company delivers to corporate clients all over the world. The company has been very successful in building specific teams that are responsible for resolving and managing IT issues using tailor made software and a world-class IT infrastructure. Employees are currently being recruited to work at the Summerside office.
“Millennium Care is pleased to be joining the Island business community,” said Mr. Perry Marshall, President of Millennium Care Inc. “Prince Edward Island offers a highly skilled, well-educated labour force which will enable our company to deliver superior solutions to our growing list of international clients. Our strength is our people and our global delivery model. Millennium Care is committed to developing a highly trained, dedicated team of professionals in Prince Edward Island and using our Summerside location to serve corporate clients in the global marketplace.”
Millennium Care is eligible to apply for programs offered through the Department of Innovation and Advanced Learning. The Province of Prince Edward Island is supporting the company with a labour rebate agreement of up to $477,000 for the first 30 positions created.
“This expansion will lead to well-paying, long-term jobs for Islanders and we are pleased to see the hiring process is already underway,” said Minister Campbell. “The Government of Prince Edward Island is committed to working with industry to diversify the Island economy. Our government, under the leadership of Premier Robert Ghiz, has also developed strong partnerships with educational institutions to ensure we are able to meet the growing demand for employees in growth sectors such as aerospace, bioscience, renewable energy and information technology.”
For more information on Millennium Care, please visit www.millenniumcare.com.