Canada makes strategic investment in Teledyne to advance semiconductor industry

Project will increase Canada’s overall semiconductor production capacity and efficiency, with applications in nearly every industry.

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced a financial contribution of $8 million from the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) toward a $42 million project to help Teledyne develop the next generation of image sensors and expand semiconductor capabilities.

The investment will support the conversion of the CCD production line from 150 mm to 200 mm, allowing increased efficiency and performance. CCD technology is used to manufacture specialized image sensors and cameras, such as those used in space or for advanced industrial inspection. Teledyne’s Bromont facility is one of the key CCD fabs in the world, and maintaining access to CCD production is seen as a key part of the strategic development of next-generation high‑performance products and expanding into new market segments. The 200 mm wafer equipment will produce 1.8 times the number of chips that are produced compared to the 150 mm wafer size, resulting in a 40% improvement in productivity and efficiency.

This new tooling will also be the cornerstone for the development of intelligent image sensor technologies, in synergy with our advanced micro-fabrication (MEMS) technologies. With the support of provincial and federal governments, this cutting-edge technology will enhance our competitiveness and ensure the growth of a strategic industry for Canada and Quebec.

“The project marks a crucial step for Teledyne Digital Imaging, reaffirming its leadership position in the field of image sensors. Thanks to significant investments, the expertise in design and manufacturing of image sensors developed by Teledyne over the past 30 years will be transferred to a new manufacturing line using 200mm silicon wafers."
– Sébastien Michel, Vice-President and General Manager, Teledyne MEMS

The importance of the semiconductor industry

Semiconductors are critical to Canadians’ daily lives and are needed for current technologies and future innovations in nearly every industry, including automotive, telecommunications, defence and low-carbon technologies.

Canada has a long-established and innovative semiconductor industry that continues to flourish in global markets and capitalize on an increasingly digital and green economy. The Government of Canada is committed to making advancements to position Canada as a critical global supplier of specialized semiconductor technologies.

“Semiconductors are part of our everyday life. They are in our phones, our cars and our appliances. Canada will continue to be a leader in this growing industry by fostering innovation and national security and creating good jobs for Canadians.”
– The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry

With applications in nearly every industry, semiconductors are critical to Canada’s national security, economy and technological interests. The SIF contribution will enable Teledyne to sustain its competitive edge in specialized, high-value imaging components, systems and custom image sensors. Teledyne will also provide Canadian businesses and research centres with access to a unique infrastructure for innovative product development and prototyping.

About Teledyne MEMS

Building on a strong base of leading-edge customers across all markets, Teledyne provides experience-based solutions for semiconductor development, prototyping, and volume manufacturing to high-growth markets.

Teledyne MEMS is part of the Teledyne Imaging Group and is one of the world’s leading developers and manufacturers of MEMS and micro-fabricated products. Teledyne Micralyne is a key provider of MEMS sensors and other microstructures that differentiate exciting applications such as IoT devices, medical technologies and optical communications.

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