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January 25, 2019
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Unifor calls for boycott of GM vehicles from Mexico in ramp up of Oshawa fight

This call for a boycott is not against Mexican workers, says Jerry Dias. The issue is with GM


U.S. tariffs on Canada, Mexico need to come off, manufacturers plead

Industry emissaries warn that tariffs on Mexican and Canadian steel and aluminum are undermining the benefits the USMCA will produce


McCallum says he ‘misspoke’ on Huawei executive’s extradition case

"These comments do not accurately represent my position on this issue," said McCallum


Talks start as Senate rejects 2 plans for ending shutdown

In talks to quash the stalemate, senators floated a plan to reopen agencies for three weeks and pay federal workers as they volley for a deal
 
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Business Intelligence 
 

Digital transformation is achievable for all manufacturers

A ‘DX’ strategy unlocks real value today and transforms your business for future success » Learn More

Tough economic times are coming

SYSPRO webinar, featuring economist Jayson Myers, covers how smart manufacturers will weather the coming storm. Tuesday, January 29 at 2 PM ET » Learn More

Use your money wisely: Part 2

This is Part 2 of a two-part series featuring the most common and most interesting leasing/financing questions. (Sponsored by Blue Chip Leasing) » Learn More

Who got funding in December

Fundingportal helps Canadian manufacturers to get funded » Learn More

Who got Funding in December (Cleantech)

Fundingportal helps Canadian manufacturers to get funded » Learn More
 
EXPORT EDGE 
 
Export Edge

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 
 

Trump’s shutdown gift to Pelosi: A unified Democratic caucus

Democrats are sticking together to strengthen Pelosi's hand in Congress and to help temper Trump's demands » read more

On Twitter, limited number of characters spreading fake info

In this study on spreading fake news, researchers ranked people's politics based on what they read and shared on Twitter » read more
 
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Driverless cars now allowed on Ontario roads

Conditions include having either a passenger in the vehicle or a remote operator monitoring it. » read more

Save the planet: Build an effective energy management plan

It’s good for business, the environment and the community. » read more

Losing weight: Plant-based fibres lighten composite panels

A new binder technology addresses the challenges. » read more