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Asante Group

Sixth wave prompts renewed labour shortage in manufacturing and other industries

In Montreal, parka maker Quartz Co. saw about 10 of its roughly 100 employees stay home with COVID-19 symptoms recently.


Ontario government providing $109M to refurbish coach buses at manufacturing plant

The refurbishment of the bi-level coaches will begin at the end of May and support approximately 100 manufacturing jobs.


$3.8B to mining projects helps industry reach net-zero, Mining Association of Canada

$1.5 billion will go towards new critical mineral projects, with a priority focus on mineral processing, materials manufacturing and recycling for mineral and metal products in the battery and rare-earths supply chain.
 
 
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WSPS

WSPS In-Person Training Resumes

Exciting News! In alignment with Ontario’s gradual reopening plan, WSPS has resumed its delivery of in-person classroom training.

WSPS is one of Ontario’s leading health & safety training providers, with flexible, effective training available at more than 20+ locations across the province. Our expert and experienced health & safety instructors make learning a breeze through applied scenarios, engaging interactions and invaluable insight.

Not sure where to start your training journey? Here are just a few of the offerings open for registration now:
   • JHSC Certification Training
   • Supervisor Training
   • WHMIS

Get Ready for your safest year yet. Explore all classroom training courses.
 
MANUFACTURING IN FOCUS 
 
Sailun Ecopoint3

Sailun Ecopoint3 introduces new tire production technology

The EcoPoint3 technology should enhance wear resistance, wet grip performance, rolling resistance and ultimately change the manufacturing process of tires. » Read more
 
WESTJET

WestJet Cargo announces landing of its first Boeing 737-800 converted freighter

WestJet Cargo is the first operator in Canada to operate the B737-800BCF which will be used for express cargo and e-commerce freight. » Read more
 
Unifor

Unifor releases statement calling the budget a ‘mixed bag’

Unifor is also concerned that the budget doubles down on government plans to privatize the VIA Rail Toronto to Quebec City corridor through a P3 – a public-private partnership. » Read more
 
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Schneider Electric

Create Industries of the Future with Schneider Electric

Industries of the future use efficient solutions for recycling and reusing water, and digitalized solutions for steel manufacturers, to create a more sustainable world.

Big changes are happening, and we're ready to help you embrace the potential. We're delivering insights on smart manufacturing and more, including:
  • Universal automation for plug-and-produce components that deliver improved performance
  • Software-centric automation for unprecedented operational capabilities to all industrial stakeholders
  • Sustainable efficiency for energy savings and moving toward net-zero factories

Find out more about how open, connected, and sustainable industry will unlock your creativity and empower you to make it for life.
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MANUFACTURING IN-DEPTH 
 
Federal budget

Federal budget released, manufacturing investments missing, cleantech well represented

Cleantech investments related to manufacturing include funding for ZEV charging infrastructure and an extension of the 50% reduction of corporate and business income taxes for zero-emission technology manufacturers. » Read more
Cannabis

The pandemic had little impact on Canada’s legal cannabis sales

Researchers didn't see any pandemic-related cannabis sales gains big enough to worry regulators or to interest economists. » Read more
Ukrainian refugees

Platforms supporting Ukrainian refugees must prioritise their safety — or risk exposing them to trafficking and exploitation

These victims can end up in some of the worst forms of modern slavery, such as forced labour, forced marriage, sexual slavery or exploitation as part of armed groups. » Read more
 
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Canfor reducing production in Western Canada due to supply chain problems

Canfor CEO Don Kayne says the company is experiencing supply chain challenges that are significantly impacting its operations. » Read more

Canada releases plan to cut carbon emissions by 40 per cent

Currently, the oil and gas sector is the country’s largest contributor to emissions, making up 26 per cent of total emissions. » Read more