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Hyperloop One shows off super speed propulsion technology [VIDEO]

The startup hopes to rocket people and cargo between cities through tubes at the speed of sound in five years. » Read full article

Strip club offers free lap dances to Ft. McMurray evacuees

Strippers donating tips, money from private dances to relief efforts. » Read full article

Ont. Chamber of Commerce urges one-year cap and trade delay

Wants to see economic analysis an details on how revenue will be handled. » Read full article

Nissan takes 34% stake in scandal hit Mitsubishi Motors

Investing $2.2 billion, will share platforms, purchasing and technology. » Read full article

Draft horses to plant grain for Alberta distillery's craft whisky

Malting barley will be harvested for use in a whisky produced by Eau Claire Distillery in Turner Valley. » Read full article

Liberals to force automakers to recall vehicles

Fines for those that don’t comply based on a sliding scale. » Read full article

Have you filled out the 2016 EMC-PLANT salary survey yet?

Your salary information, kept strictly confidential, will help us compare manufacturing remuneration to industry averages. » Read full article
 
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VW board proposes approval of execs' work despite scandal

Decision based on information incomplete investigation that top managers not involved. » Read full article

UN warns of rising air pollution levels in world's cities

Global urban air pollution levels rose by 8% between 2008 and 2013. » Read full article

Global thinking would improve Canada's innovation performance

Report suggests Canada needs an integrated approach to innovation and international business. » Read full article

Middle class shrinking in major US cities: study

In nearly 25% of metro US areas, middle class adults no longer make up the majority, up from less than 10% in 2000. » Read full article

Freezing small business tax rate will chill economy: CFIB

PBO report finds cancelling a promised cut will cost the economy $300 million per year. » Read full article

Mitsubishi says mileage cheating may be on all models

Abided by mileage-test requirements for vehicles sold abroad. » Read full article

Craft brewers, beer makers compete as cider sales soar

Gaining momentum with Canadian drinkers as companies compete for profits. » Read full article

Lower electricity costs, lessen your ecological footprint

Learn about the latest innovations and best practices at Energy Summit 2016. » Read full article
 
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EMC/NRCAN Energy Summit 2016

May 17-18, 2016
Location: Niagara Falls, ON » more info

Global Petroleum Show

June 7-9, 2016
Location: Calgary, AB » more info

EASA 2016 Convention and Exhibition

June 12 -14, 2016
Location: Toronto, ON » more info

2016 APMA Conference and Exhibition

June 15, 2016
Location: Windsor, ON » more info