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Earlier this month, we celebrated International Women's Day with the fifth annual Advance: Women in Manufacturing virtual summit. The event's powerhouse speakers and meaningful conversations made it one for the books. Check out the recap below!
- Kirstyn Brown, Editor, Plant Magazine
 
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Alberta’s ICT sector projected to contribute over $13B to GDP by 2030

Investments in emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence, quantum computing, and cleantech, combined with provincial incentives, are accelerating the sector in Alberta.


U.S. tariffs push Ottawa to invest more in Canadian steel, aluminum projects

The head of the Canadian Steel Producers Association warned in a media statement Wednesday that the tariffs will hit the industry hard in both Canada and the U.S.


Annual inflation rate jumps to 2.6% in February with tax holiday end: StatCan

February’s figures are well ahead of the consensus among economists polled by Reuters, which called for 2.2 per cent inflation in the month.


Vooban opens Toronto location to help industries accelerate digital transformation

Vooban guides companies in developing and implementing AI projects such as predictive maintenance, supply chain optimization and demand prediction for improved operations. 


Saint-Gobain Canada appoints new CEO

Jean-Claude Lasserre will officially take on the role of Chief Executive Officer of Saint-Gobain Canada starting April 1st, 2025.


 
 
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Advance: Women in Manufacturing 2025 Recap: Accelerating action for women

Featuring keynote insights, expert panels, and workshops, this event focused on accelerating action toward greater representation and inclusion. » Read More...
 
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Canada’s aluminum industry faces U.S. tariffs, but innovation could open new markets

In the face of this trade insecurity and a growing demand for green energy, a recent Canadian innovation that uses aluminum as a fuel could provide new opportunities for growth and diversification. » Read More...
 
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The future of plant asset management: How AI is leading the way

Industry experts agree that companies that do not implement AI to harness their asset-generated data will eventually either be put out of business by competitors or acquired. » Read More...
 
 
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ProMat 2025    -    March 17, 2025

March 17, 2025 | McCormick Place Convention Center, 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL » Read More...

American Manufacturing Summit    -    March 19, 2025

March 19, 2025 | RENAISSANCE SCHAUMBURG CONVENTION CENTER HOTEL, CHICAGO, IL » Read More...

Western Manufacturing Technology Show    -    April 9, 2025

April 9, 2025 | Edmonton Expo Centre, 7515 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5B 0J2 » Read More...