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Feds will unveil proposed changes to EV sales mandate this winter, officials say

Starting next year, manufacturers were supposed to ensure that 20 per cent of all new cars, SUVs and light-duty trucks sold are zero-emission vehicles, including plug-in hybrids.

Canada’s manufacturing sector moves closer to stabilization in October: S&P Global

The improved Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) reflected slower falls in production and new orders compared to September.

Liberal budget earmarks billions for 'bold and swift action' to meet U.S. disruption

Budget 2025 adds $89.7 billion in net new spending over five years. That figure incorporates a projected $51.2 billion in savings over the same horizon from departments' budget cuts and various government efficiency measures.

Canada Announces $6.4B in critical minerals investments and partnerships with nine allied nations

The measures mark the first round of strategic projects under the Critical Minerals Production Alliance, an initiative launched through Canada’s G7 Presidency to strengthen supply chains for resources vital to clean energy, advanced manufacturing and...

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Innovation in motion at the 2025 Advanced Design & Manufacturing show in Toronto

From the latest advancements in robotics and EV supply chain innovation to design tools and packaging automation, the 2025 Advanced Design & Manufacturing (ADM) show in Toronto showcased solutions from more than 350 exhibitors.

Labour pains: Addressing manufacturing's skilled labour crisis

Finding solutions to a decade-old dilemma.

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