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Industries hit by tariffs continue to struggle as trade war drags into second year

Some companies have managed to avoid or reduce layoffs through the use of government initiatives like work-share programs, which allow companies to keep workers on reduced hours and have employment insurance help make up the...

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Saab signs deal with Cdn. AI firm Cohere on Global Eye jets

Saab is trying to convince Canada to purchase the Global Eye, an early warning radar aircraft that it is jointly producing with Canadian aerospace manufacturer Bombardier.

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Federal government and Transdev Canada invest in electric transit

Transdev Canada Inc. receives an investment of more than $620,000 from the Government of Canada's Zero Emission Transit Fund.

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HydroGraph and Sparc Technologies partner on graphene-enhanced coatings

HydroGraph’s fractal graphene is undergoing testing within ecosparc® additives designed to extend the life of steel assets in harsh environments.

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MANUFACTURING IN FOCUS

Anthem Properties Group and Arrowleaf Real Estate partner on industrial development in Calgary, Alta.

Anthem Properties and Arrowleaf are partnering on a construction-ready, 438,300 square foot, A-class industrial space on 20.8 acres in Calgary’s South Foothills East Industrial district.

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FANUC America Corporation announces $90M investment in mfg. facility in Michigan

This will also reportedly expand FANUC America's engineering capacity and advanced manufacturing capabilities to support growing demand for automation solutions across North America, including physical AI, virtual commissioning and digital-twin technologies.

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Semiconductor Opportunities Available Just Across the Border

New York State’s federally designated Tech Hub status is attracting global semiconductor fabricators and suppliers. Professional Plastics is growing in Buffalo as a result. You may already be part of the supply chain and have untapped potential.

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MANUFACTURING IN-DEPTH

Women leaders explore unique paths at Advance: Women in Manufacturing webinar

On Mar. 5, 2026, Annex Business Media’s manufacturing brands presented the Advance: Women in Manufacturing – Keys to Success webinar, which brought together women leaders from across the industry.

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Specialized Packaging Group targeting manufacturers with sustainability goals

Many manufacturers are focused on making their carbon footprint smaller due to the pressure to reduce their emissions by 2030 and ultimately become net-zero by 2050.

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New podcast: Protocase’s Doug Milburn joins to talk AI’s impact on the mfg. industry and tariffs

Headquartered in Sydney, N.S., Protocase manufactures custom sheet metal parts, including as brackets, plates, frames, arms, bus bars and fixtures.

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A Canadian advanced manufacturing summit is coming back to Toronto March 31 to April 1st, 2026.

NGen’s N3 Summit

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MODEX showcases supply chains from every angle, featuring over 1,000 exhibits, 200 educational sessions and four keynotes.

MODEX 2026

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