Ontario invests $513K in Evik

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Ontario Together Fund invests $513K in Evik Diagnostic Innovations Inc.

Evik Diagnostic Innovations is an Ontario manufacturer of key medical diagnostic components, including assay reagents in the form of freeze-dried pellets. » Read more

Bank of Canada keeps key interest rate target on hold, citing pandemic related risks

The central bank said it continues to expect the economy to strengthen in the second half of the year though the fourth wave, and that supply issues may cause problems for the recovery. » Read more

Bromont Science Park and Montoni Group reach agreement for partial development of industrial zone

This industrial zone will be composed only of buildings for industrial use, developed and built according to the applicable Urban Planning Regulations. » Read more

MANUFACTURING IN FOCUS

Teck and BCIT partner on antimicrobial copper patches

Manufactured by the Canadian company Coptek Copper Covers, the patches are self-sanitizing adhesive copper covers that continuously kill 99% of bacteria left behind on surfaces. » Read more

CN announces plans to introduce mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for its employees in Canada

CN’s vaccination policy will apply to all employees and new hires in Canada, and its wholly owned subsidiaries. » Read more

Adastra Holdings CEO provides a corporate update

Adastra plan to offer dried cannabis targeted at the cost-conscious and the premium craft markets. » Read more

NEWS

Alberta businesses call for vaccine passport

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Subaru Canada selects Certified Collision Care as exclusive partner

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One dead, one injured in chemical plant explosion in Toronto’s east end

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China chases ‘rejuvenation’ with control of tycoons, society

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Design 1st announces three new products launching into the marketplace

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Ritchie Bros. promotes Jim Kessler to role of President

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MANUFACTURING IN-DEPTH

Canada’s marijuana legalization provides lessons to the world on selling cannabis

Canadian provinces and territories have introduced a varied regulatory framework to manage the distribution and sale of recreational cannabis across the country. » Read more

‘Home sweet home’ is a dying dream: Federal election promises won’t solve affordable housing crisis

Each time the federal government has subsidized home ownership, access to stable and secure shelter becomes more difficult for a larger number of citizens. » Read more

Does being away from your smartphone cause you anxiety? The fact that it makes you available 24/7 could be the reason

The existence of smartphones has modified social and work expectations so that 24-hour availability is now often considered the norm. » Read more

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