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Trump's tariff pause shows he can be swayed by pressure, says former negotiator

Canada and China are the only countries so far to maintain retaliatory tariffs on the United States.


Frank and Oak to close nine stores by May 7 as it looks for buyer or investor

Frank and Oak began searching for an investor or buyer in mid-January.


 
 
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Kraken Robotics receives $11M in SeaPower(TM) battery orders

The company says that this brings year-to-date new battery orders to $45 million, driven predominantly by UUVs for the defense industry. » Read More...
 
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Fonds de solidarité FTQ and EDC invest in Rustica Foods

Rustica says the funds will be used to purchase equipment and enlarge the company's facilities. » 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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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...

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...