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November 14, 2018
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The urgent need for Canada to diversify its trade

For a long time, being right beside the United States has been a great ride for Canada. It may be time to move out of the comfort zone


Canada wants free trade deal with southeast Asian nations, Trudeau says

"The centre of economic gravity in the world is certainly shifting towards Asia," says Prime Minister Trudeau. Experts suggest it could take years to finalize an agreement


La Coop federee agrees to sell some of Cargill’s Ontario retail locations

The pending sale does not include the Winnipeg-based company's export terminal in Sarnia or the AgResource crops wholesale business


Bombardier CEO ends his silence on 5,000 layoffs, defends the move

"Yes, it is tough. And yes, many people do not like this. But the fact is we want to go and be a world-class organization, and we want to be at benchmark everywhere when it comes to revenue per employees," said Alain Bellemare
 
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SUCCESS CENTRE 
 

New Fein core drills offer more mobility, versatility and function

Fein Canada's success continues as it introduces two new types of Slugger core drills of the highest quality: the AMJU 137 PMQW and the JMC USA 90 » read more
 

Use your money wisely: Part 1

This is Part 1 of a two-part series featuring the most common and most interesting leasing/financing questions. » read more
 

New offerings from LOCTITE: problem-solving sealants! [WATCH]

LOCTITE, Canada’s leader in sealants and adhesives, is introducing new innovative products to the industrial market. » read more
 
KNOWLEDGE CENTRE 
 

Legally High

It is official: recreational marijuana is legal in Canada with effect from October 17. With that comes a patchwork of jurisdictional laws establishing where and how marijuana products will be sold and used by consumers. » Learn More

EDC: Global Export Forecast Fall 2018

Canadian goods exports are forecast to follow up last year’s banner performance with another strong 6 per cent expansion in 2018 and 4 per cent in 2019 » Learn More

Access the U.S.: Expanding your Canadian business with ease

Many Canadian companies see a lot of their sales coming from the U.S. In that case, it’s good to be closer to your customers » Learn More

Who Got Funding in October

Funding portal tracks which companies and organizations in the manufacturing sector secured government incentives and provides you with insights on how to find and secure funding for your business » Learn More
 
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With a new NAFTA on paper, let’s take a second to recognize Ontario’s manufacturers

While governments should not pick winners and losers in business, encouraging the strengths of a core industry is part of managing a strong economy » read more

Breaking out of the Canadian bubble: why exporting is a critical strategy

Opportunities for rapid growth are plentiful for Canadian businesses, but most of them lie beyond our shores » read more

Tariffs: What they mean for your pricing strategy

While there is great uncertainty at this stage as to what, how large, and where tariffs will be imposed, one thing is certain: price adjustments will likely result » read more
 
Editor’s Picks 
 

Big question for Amazon’s 2 chosen cities: Will it pay off?

Amazon's final selections suggest that the company is taking a different tack than analysts expected, including expanding its footprint to two cities where salaries and home prices are relatively high » read more
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In factory after factory, Kim tries to grow N. Korea economy

Kim Jong Un told factory management that they must be prepared to work in a more competitive environment, to modernize and cut the fat » read more
 
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OEA 2018

NASA boss fuels speculation about new Canadian space station role

Space agency wants Canada's partnership in its new “Lunar Gateway” next-generation outpost. » read more

Saskatchewan First Nation passes its own legal cannabis law

Chief says the Muscowpetung First Nation's law exceeds federal standards for cannabis use. » read more

Protect students on Take Our Kids to Work day

CCOHS says make sure they are aware of workplace hazards and safety requirements. » read more