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The Ontario government is supporting workers’ training and economic growth through the sixth round of the Skills Development Fund Training Stream. Through an investment of nearly $3.9 million across four training projects, Ontario aims to help more than 310 women, including survivors of gender-based violence and others facing barriers to

Businesses across Canada continue to face challenges related to tariffs and global trade uncertainty. To help businesses respond, adapt, and grow, the Government of Canada has expanded the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI), delivered through Canada's regional development agencies. The initiative is delivered in our region by the Federal Economic

We are pleased to welcome Teagan Burke as our new Membership & Events Coordinator. As CTMA continues to grow and evolve, we are excited to welcome Teagan to the team to support the Association's membership and events. Bringing more than eight years of experience in event planning, operations, and project

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

Article courtesy of Corpay In an increasingly interconnected world, cross-border payments play a pivotal role in facilitating global trade and commerce. From multinational corporations conducting business across continents to individuals sending money to family members overseas, cross-border payments are an essential lifeline of the global economy. However, navigating the complexities

New Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA) rules regarding publicly advertised job postings come in force on January 1, 2026. To Whom do the New Rules Apply? The new rules apply to an employer with 25 or more employees in Ontario on the day the job is posted. To What

Update courtesy of CME An estimated $531M in manufactured goods will be stuck on rail lines each day of a Class I rail shutdown, a process that is already underway. What Manufacturers Need to Know Last week, the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) issued a ruling that clears the way for

There are many reasons why it's important for staff to use their vacation time. When you have an employee who approaches new initiatives with enthusiasm, who happily offers support to others, and who seems to move effortlessly through the workplace on a cloud of positive energy, you can bet that’s

Article from the Government of Canada Auto manufacturing directly supports over 125,000 good-paying Canadian jobs, many of which are unionized. Canada’s electric vehicle (EV) supply chain potential is ranked first in the world—and the federal government is seizing the growth opportunities of EVs to ensure Canadian auto workers can

Article submitted by Workplace Safety & Prevention Services.  Working in the intense heat of the summer sun can put workers at risk of heat stress, but heat stress can also hit you in places you wouldn't expect. Any job that causes your body temperature to rise has the potential to

The Italian Trade Commission is inviting CTMA members on a trip to Italy to attend BIMU 2024, which will be held in Milano, Italy, from Oct. 9 to 12, 2024. With 450 exhibitors, 50,000 visitors (28.3% of which come from outside of Italy) BIMU is a must attend, world-class event

The Regional Development Program takes a coordinated approach to supporting business growth in eastern and southwestern Ontario. The program supports eligible small- and medium-sized businesses investing in new equipment and training to expand operations in these regions, and also provides support to municipalities and economic development organizations investing in economic

Join Mazak & Triumph Tool on March 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., to learn how to improve productivity with world-class Mazak machine tools and the best in work-holding, metal-working fluids and tooling. Registration is available here. Event/Speaker Schedule: 9 a.m.: Doors open 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.: Sandvik

Join Invest WindsorEssex for these free in-person events to examine the best practices for manufacturing various components in an electric vehicle's drivetrain. Each workshop includes: • Battery production from cell through packs • Electric motors, with a focus on new hairpin technologies • Fuel cells and some of the

BIG DAISHOWA has expanded its lineup of Smart Damper-integrated products to include 318 large bore systems and the CK1, CK2 and CKB3 systems. BIG DAISHOWA has expanded its lineup of Smart Damper-integrated products to include 318 large bore systems and the CK1, CK2 and CKB3 systems. BIG DAISHOWA photo

Most businesses want to do the right thing; protect their people and achieve legal compliance. However, customers without health and safety departments or dedicated staff to oversee these positive outcomes, often struggle. WSPS recognizes this and has developed Building Blocks, a personalized consulting solution for businesses looking for support –

Article courtesy of Cowan Insurance Group Did you know a car is stolen every 48 minutes in Ontario? Car theft increased 72% between 2014 and 2021 and jumped an additional 14% just in the last few years. The average time for a car to be stolen is now only 15

Export Development Canada (EDC) and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) will host the 27th edition of the Automotive Tooling Seminar, which will be hosted in-person on Nov. 21, 2023. Participants will hear timely information on the sector from these featured speakers: Cara Walton, Director, Harbour Results Inc. Ross Prusakowski, Director, Economic and

From Oct. 1 to Dec. 29, 2023, BIG DAISHOWA will once again donate a tooling certificate valued at 20 per cent of every qualifying order to the buyer’s school of choice through the Tools for Schools program. BIG DAISHOWA photo For the second year in a row,

On behalf of ISTMA, we encourage you to participate the Business Conditions Survey for the first half of 2023. The survey is intended to provide an overview of business trends and conditions in the Mould, Die, and Precision Machining industries, worldwide. The survey format is designed for quick and easy completion. Following the

Save the date for the Shop Metalworking & Technology Expo on Oct. 12 at the Ciociaro Club in Windsor, Ont. This event provides the opportunity to network with regional buying influencers, manufacturers, and distributors, and learn about the newest products and technologies available. The Shop Metalworking & Technology Expo is more than

Global Affairs Canada, through the Consulate General of Canada in Sao Paulo and in collaboration with the National Research Council Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP), are now accepting applications to participate in the Canadian Technology Partnering Delegation to Brazil focused on Advanced Manufacturing. The Partnership Development Activity (PDA)

The Green Industrial Facilities Manufacturing Program (GIFMP) Track 2 for industrial facilities, is now accepting proposals until July 31, 2023. GIFMP includes $194M over five years to support the implementation of energy efficiency and energy management solutions. The program aims to Improve energy performance & competitiveness for industry in Canada,

Support Ontario Youth (SOY) has announced the appointment of Melanie Winter as the interim Executive Director beginning June 1, 2023. Winter joined the SOY team with more than 20 years of experience in the industrial and manufacturing sector. As the daughter of an automotive service technician and high school transportation

Not many people know the true value of their scrap metal. They oftentimes just put it in the scrap dealer’s container and let the dealer pick it up and take whatever money they get. In a lot of cases, if the scrap dealer knows that you don’t know the worth

The Government of Ontario, in partnership with the Trade and Investment Office in Mexico, invites you to participate in a free webinar highlighting the opportunities in the Advanced Manufacturing/Automotive sector in Mexico, emphasizing the 4.0 Industry. The webinar will be held on June 27, from 11 a.m. to 12