Battleshield Industries, a Canadian company specializing in emergency vehicles, has inaugurated its tenth building in Vars. The new 28,000-square-foot centre will be completed by July 2026 and will offer a modern workshop. The first shovelful took place in the presence of elected officials and partners. Founded in Embrun in 2012, the company has more than 50 employees and continues to grow, strengthening its economic role in Prescott and Russell.