Two CTMA members receive funding to expand advanced manufacturing and defence capabilities
The Honourable Evan Solomon addresses attendees during the funding announcement, held at XL Tool Inc., on July 23, highlighting the Government of Canada's investment in strengthening advanced manufacturing, defence capabilities, and resilient domestic supply chains. CTMA photo The Canadian Tooling & Machining Association (CTMA) is pleased to congratulate two member companies, XL Tool Inc. and Eclipse Automation, on receiving funding through the Government of Canada's Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) and Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII). The investments will help both companies strengthen Canada's advanced manufacturing sector while expanding capabilities to support emerging opportunities in the defence and
Key Trade & Tariff Updates for Canadian Manufacturers
Information courtesy of ArentFox Schiff LLP Recent developments in U.S. trade policy continue to create uncertainty for manufacturers and exporters doing business with the United States. Key updates include: USMCA Review Continues The mandatory review of the USMCA is underway, with the U.S. signalling it may not extend the agreement in its current form. Discussions are focusing on stricter automotive rules of origin, including proposals to increase North American content requirements and introduce a U.S.-content requirement. Canada has not yet entered formal negotiations, raising concerns about potential impacts on Canadian manufacturers and supply chains. Section 232 Tariff Changes The U.S.
The Defence Shift brings new opportunities for Canadian manufacturers
Bringing together industry and government leaders to advance Canada's defence manufacturing future. From left: Senator Sandra Pupatello, Ryan Donally, the Honourable David McGuinty, and Robert Cattle at The Defence Shift in Windsor. submitted photo The Canadian Tooling & Machining Association (CTMA), in partnership with the Windsor-Essex Chamber of Commerce and Senator Sandra Pupatello, was proud to host The Defence Shift: An Opportunity for Ontario Manufacturers Breakfast on June 29, bringing together government leaders, defence primes, and Canadian manufacturers to explore new opportunities within Canada's growing defence sector. The sold-out event highlighted the critical role that Canadian manufacturing
Rapid Gear celebrates 50 years of excellence in custom gear manufacturing
Rapid Gear, located in Kitchener, Ont., recently celebrated its 50th Anniversary with a company picnic. Rapid Gear photos The CTMA extends congratulations to Rapid Gear of Kitchener, Ont., on the remarkable milestone of celebrating 50 years in business. Founded in 1976, Rapid Gear has grown from humble beginnings—operating with just a few machines in a shared facility—to become one of Canada's premier custom gear manufacturers. Today, the company operates from more than 40,000 square feet of advanced manufacturing space equipped with modern CNC and conventional gear-specific machinery, serving customers across North America and around the globe. Over
ITA offering complimentary trip to BI-MU Italy for qualifying companies
The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) in Canada is organizing a COMPLIMENTARY trip to Italy to visit BI-MU, which will take place in Milano, Italy, from October 13 to 16, 2026. The purpose of this initiative is to provide Canadian end users of metal processing technology, robotics, automation, 3D printing, the opportunity to meet with leading Italian suppliers. This program is organized in partnership with UCIMU - the show organizers. BI-MU, the most important Italian exhibition dedicated to the manufacturing industry of metal cutting and metal forming machine tools, robots, automation, digital and additive manufacturing, auxiliary and enabling technologies. The event showcases machinery and equipment as well as materials,
Congratulations to our 2026 Golf Tournament Champions!
Congratulations to the winners of the CTMA's 28th Annual Shotgun Golf Tournament, held June 2 at Pine Knot Golf & Country Club in Dorchester, Ont. Brad McIlroy of Durham Pattern captured the Low Gross Trophy, sponsored by Anchor Danly, with an impressive score of 74, while Wes Szymandera of Corpay earned the Low Net Trophy, sponsored by Les Payne, with a score of 70. Zach Morgan of Plasman claimed the Closest-to-the-Pin Trophy, sponsored by XL Tool Inc. Jay Farquhar of Arrow Mfg. and Veronica Kleinsmith of OCTE took home the Men's and Ladies' Longest Drive titles, both sponsored by