CTMA members get an inside look at Integrity Tool & Mold
CTMA members and guests gather for a group photo during the CTMA tour of Integrity Tool and Mold. CTMA members and guests came together on October 7 for an exclusive tour of Integrity Tool and Mold Inc. in Oldcastle, Ont., followed by dinner and networking at Cotta Food Bar in Windsor. Established in 2000, Integrity has grown to more than 790 team members across four countries and 11 facilities, with more than 50,000 square metres of total space and over 10,000 complex tools delivered to customers worldwide. The tour provided attendees with an inside look at Integrity’s advanced
CERATIZIT Relocates Canadian Headquarters to Mississauga
CERATIZIT has relocated its Canadian headquarters to a new facility in Mississauga, Ont., to further support its Canadian customers and better serve the cutting tool industry across North America. CERATIZIT of Canada Tooling Solutions, ULC is now located at 2425 Matheson Blvd. East, 8th Floor, in Mississauga’s Airport Corporate Centre. Strategically chosen for its convenient access to the Toronto Pearson International Airport and major transportation routes, including Highways 401, 407, and 427, the new Canadian base of operations serves as a hub for CERATIZIT’s sales, technical support and customer service for Canadian manufacturers. “We’ve built strong relationships with our customers
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
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
AarKel Tooling Technologies acquires Superior Tool and Mold, expanding Windsor-Essex manufacturing presence
AarKel Tooling Technologies has announced the acquisition of the shares of Superior Tool and Mold, located in Oldcastle, Ont. The acquisition marks a significant milestone in AarKel’s continued growth strategy and reinforces the company’s long-term commitment to strengthening its capabilities and expanding its presence within Canada’s tooling industry. Founded nearly 33 years ago, Superior Tool and Mold has earned a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and exceptional customer service. Through this acquisition, more than 80 highly skilled associates will join the AarKel organization, bringing valuable expertise and experience that will further enhance the company’s capabilities. “This acquisition represents an
CTMA members showcase innovation at MMTS 2026
The Canadian Tooling & Machining Association (CTMA) was proud to participate in MMTS 2026, held May 11–12 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, joining thousands of manufacturing professionals, technology leaders, and innovators from across Canada for Quebec’s largest manufacturing technology event. Over the course of the two-day show, attendees experienced cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, live equipment demonstrations, educational sessions, networking opportunities, and discussions focused on the future of advanced manufacturing. This year’s event placed a strong emphasis on smart manufacturing, AI adoption, automation, aerospace and defence, additive manufacturing, productivity, and digital transformation across the manufacturing sector. Day 1 focused