InnoTech Alberta to give $1.85M

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InnoTech Alberta announces two projects will share $1.85M to address cleantech challenges

The two teams, led by researchers at InnoTech, will examine new technologies that will address environmental concerns that face the industry. » Read more

Empire Company Ltd. to focus on supplier relationships amid rising costs

Empire said it expects that same-store sales will continue to be negative for the remainder of its 2022 financial year as industry volumes fall. » Read more

McCain Foods is ending a project to build a manufacturing plant in Russia

French fry giant announces plans in light of Ukrainian invasion and as other companies idle or pull out of Russia. » Read more

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MANUFACTURING IN FOCUS

Foresight Williams invests GBP $2.5M growth capital into Kognitiv Spark

KS's leading product, RemoteSpark™, is an augmented reality software package, which enables the sharing of data between a desk-based expert and a field-based worker. » Read more

Genetec announces Streamvault Edge to simplify migration of security equipment for businesses

The Edge is a new line of connected appliances that reportedly enables an easier transition to a hybrid-cloud infrastructure. » Read more

BLANCO announces new products to assist in kitchen design and planning

A BLANCO UNIT reportedly makes it simpler to configure an efficient and stylish kitchen water hub with the brand's extensive portfolio of sinks, faucets and accessories. » Read more

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NEWS

Ontario invests in space and robotics technologies in Brampton

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MDA gets $269M contract for Canadarm3 program

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TerrAscend acquires Gage Cannabis

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Cipher Pharm. extends supply agreement with Sun Pharm. Industries Inc.

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Ceapro announces the signing of a long-term supply agreement for active ingredients

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Lion Electric’s new partnerships with truck enhancers and Work Truck Week 2022 updates

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MANUFACTURING IN-DEPTH

Alberta budget means Albertans are trapped on a relentless fiscal rollercoaster ride

Each time, as the broader Alberta economy suffers, so too do the province’s public services. » Read more

Should public health measures like masking continue beyond the pandemic? Data on viral infections shows their benefits

Before dispensing with the measures entirely, it is important to consider whether their demonstrated benefits warrant continued use. » Read more

[VIRTUAL EVENT] Join us on March 22 for Advance: Women in Manufacturing March 22, 2022 at 1:00pm ET

15 of Annex Business Media’s manufacturing media brands are coming together to host Advance: Women in Manufacturing, a virtual event on March 22 at 1 pm. » Read more

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Nine out of ten manufacturers experiencing supply chain disruptions: report

Canadian manufacturers surveyed say they have lost about $10.5 billion in sales because of disruptions in the supply chain. » Read more

M-D Building Products forms four business units

M-D Building Products Inc. announced it has formed four brand portfolio business units, including a presence in Toronto, Ont. » Read more