August 14, 2024 Motion Industries, Inc., has signed a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the operating assets of Canadian-based LSI Supply Inc. and its sister company 273 Ontario (which trades as LSI). The transaction is expected to close later this month, subject to customary closing conditions. Headquartered in Windsor, Ontario, LSI Supply has five area…
August 14, 2024 CoreTigo and Raven.ai are pleased to announce their collaboration, offering a robust and rapidly deployable solution that enhances production efficiency and operational excellence in manufacturing. The partnership is set to provide manufacturers with fast and easy-to-use tools for improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and optimizing machine performance. By integrating Raven’s OEE and…
August 14, 2024 Hundreds of thousands of Canadians are switching to heat pumps as a way to cut their energy bills and contribute to the fight against climate change. The increased demand in heat pumps, backed by a range of government programming, is supporting good jobs in a cleaner economy. Installing and maintaining this technology…
August 17, 2024 Successful start for new apprentices and practice-integrated students 41 new apprentices and 32 students joined Beckhoff on August 1, embarking on the first stage of their professional careers, and they are delighted that they are settling in well. The first two induction days featured a variety of tours, presentations, and workshops, giving…
August 13, 2024 Maritime Launch Services Inc. and a prominent international launch vehicle operator have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to facilitate the launch of a small-class orbital vehicle from Spaceport Nova Scotia. This strategic agreement marks a significant milestone for Canada’s participation in international space collaboration and aims to boost the capabilities of…
August 13, 2024 From mining critical minerals to building cars and batteries, Canada is attracting historic investments to help secure and create jobs, grow our economy and keep our air clean. In the last four years, we’ve seen companies announce more than $46 billion in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing investments across Canada. They want a…
August 13, 2024 Thinking big but starting small – this is often a sensible step to take to be successful. With the digital transformation in full swing, the same applies to engineering. It’s an excellent idea for experts in the field to network: worldwide! This is exactly what will be taking place at the Eplan…
August 12, 2024 Funding will help connect over 36,000 workers to better jobs and bigger paycheques The Ontario government is investing nearly $17 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) to train over 36,000 workers in the North for in-demand careers in mining, construction, energy and forestry and build new training facilities. With this investment, the province…
August 12, 2024 Manufacturing seems to be a mixed bag right now, with some folks up big and others struggling. Finding welders continues to drive challenges for fabricators and when we look to automation, it can feel overwhelming to trade a welder shortage for a robot tech shortage. While no one wants to turn away…
August 8, 2024 CanREA’s Go Solar Guide 2024 is the go-to resource for Canadians looking to install solar on their rooftops and homes. The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) launched the 2024 edition of its highly anticipated annual Go Solar Guide on July 22. This free consumer guide contains everything homeowners and small business owners…
August 8, 2024 FANUC America has expanded its footprint to over 2 million square feet and has created over 400 jobs since 2019. FANUC America, a global leader in robotics and automation systems, has officially unveiled its new 650,000 square foot West Campus facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The expansion increases the footprint in Michigan…
August 8, 2024 Applications now open for largest round of Skills Development Fund to train workers in manufacturing, construction and technology The Ontario government’s Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream opened on July 29, with up to an additional $260 million available, the biggest funding round since the Fund launched in 2021. Building on the success of…
August 8, 2024 Canada and Ontario committing up to $5 million to bolster small agri-food businesses The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $5 million, through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), to help the important small businesses in the agriculture and food industry enhance their food safety systems and stimulate…
August 7, 2024 Assiniboine College is excited to announce that the new Mechatronics Engineering Technology (Robotics and Automation) program launching in fall 2025 will give students access to industry leading certification through the Siemens Mechatronics Systems Certification Program (SMSCP). The Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program is an international industry standard comprehensive skills certification in mechatronics…
August 7, 2024 The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, have announced on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, that Canada and the United States have concluded substantive negotiations for a Technology Safeguards Agreement (TSA). The Canada-United…
August 7, 2024 Maritime Launch is building Spaceport Nova Scotia, Canada’s first and only commercial spaceport located near Canso, Nova Scotia. Maritime Launch Services Inc. congratulates the Government of Canada on concluding negotiations on a Technology Safeguard Agreement (TSA) with the United States. This landmark government-to-government treaty represents a significant milestone for the Canadian space…