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Trump pauses most global tariffs, companies remain bewildered

The moves triggered a powerful stock market rally on Wall Street but left businesses, investors and America’s trading partners bewildered about what the president is attempting to achieve.


Canada adds more retaliatory tariffs as Trump's trade war goes global

While Canada isn't being targeted by Trump's global tariffs, the country is being hit by U.S. automobile, steel and aluminum tariffs and still faces the ongoing threat of economy-wide fentanyl-related tariffs.


 
 
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Unifor calls for unified approach to fight U.S. duties on Cdn. softwood lumber

The U.S. Department of Commerce's preliminary determination would increase the combined softwood duty to 34.35%. » Read More...
 
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Ont. government celebrates launch of Argo's Smart Routing™ transit system

Argo's vertically integrated transit solution, including proprietary Smart Routing™ technology and comprehensive operational systems, showcases Ontario's attempts at growing next-generation mobility solutions. » Read More...
 
 
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How AI can help Canadian manufacturers stay competitive and modernize for the future

Salesforce executive Achyut Jajoo writes that it is time for Canadian manufacturers to start creating a stable foundation built on accessible data and powerful AI capabilities. » Read More...

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Q&A: NANUK's Frank Vitiello on navigating tariffs and seizing opportunities in Canada

A Q&A with Frank Vitiello, VP of global sales at NANUK, a bag and case manufacturer, reveals how the company is approaching the trade war, and where it's focused in 2025. » Read More...

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Improving supply chain transparency with IoT applications

For a significant portion of Canadian manufacturers, moving from pen-and-paper systems to digital solutions created gaps in operational processes. » Read More...

 
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Case study: Condition monitoring with a digital camera

At Yara Belle Plaine, digital cameras have become a vital tool in condition monitoring, allowing real-time inspections of rotating equipment like couplings and drive belts. » Read More...

Candu Energy Inc. completes Preferred Vendor Agreements with eight companies

The agreements are anticipated to boost investment in Ontario as partner companies prepare to support the development of new CANDU reactors. » Read More...