Biden pushes ‘buy American’ efforts

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Biden woos working class with new ‘buy American’ efforts

The Biden administration is trying to help domestic manufacturers by proposing to increase the amount of American-made goods being purchased by the federal government » Read more

3M study shows pandemic has made Canadians more environmentally conscious

SOSI indicates that Canadians believe people should follow the science to help make the world more sustainable (90%) » Read more

AstraZeneca to seek US approval of COVID vaccine in 2nd half

AstraZeneca has pledged to deliver the vaccine on a non-profit basis as long as the pandemic lasts » Read more

MANUFACTURING IN FOCUS

E-Commerce and resumption of supply chains catalyze global commercial vehicles industry

Market players to collaborate and address the demand for greener powertrain alternatives, says Frost & Sullivan » Read more

Ichor Blood Services launches quantitative COVID-19 spike protein antibody test

The company's latest test offering will help clients confirm vaccine effectiveness and quantify antibody levels » Read more

LG and Magna sign joint venture agreement and announce leadership changes

LG Magna e-Powertrain is expected to enable both companies to react to market trends and capitalize on the growing global shift toward vehicle electrification. » Read more

NEWS

$15 wage becoming a norm as U.S. employers struggle to fill jobs

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FLO announces a collaboration with Mercedes Benz for home chargers

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Li-Cycle appoints new VP of Asia

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Graitec expanding to serve the Greater Montréal construction industry

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General Fusion and Canadian Nuclear Laboratories partner to accelerate cleantech in Canada

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PeakBirch Logic announces acquisition of Stul Ltd

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MANUFACTURING IN-DEPTH

Vaccine hesitancy is decreasing in Canada, but it’s too soon to celebrate

Vaccine hesitancy is declining in Canada but hasn’t disappeared. New research shows many of those initially less hesitant have since been convinced. With continued efforts, others can still be reached » Read more

How shipping ports are being reinvented for the green energy transition

Shipping is responsible for three per cent of global CO₂ emissions, which have increased 32 per cent over the past 20 years » Read more

Growing evidence suggests Russia’s Sputnik V COVID vaccine is safe and very effective. But questions about the data remain

What kind of vaccine is Sputnik V, how does it work, and what data are we missing? » Read more

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uLab launches custom packaging service

The full-colour packaging will be customized with the orthodontist’s logo by a graphic designer and is available with each order of uSmile aligners submitted to uLab » Read more

ARBOC partners with XL Fleet to offer electric bus option

Through the partnership, 24-foot and 29-foot ARBOC low-floor bus models are available for the first time as hybrid electric units » Read more