Canada-Alberta Job Grant: Up to 66% Training Grants

Canada-Alberta Job Grant: Training Grants for Workforce Development

The Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG) provides Alberta provincial government funding to help Alberta-based employers invest in training initiatives supporting workforce development. The program is a provincial variant of the Canada Job Grant, which aims to address specific training needs of employees across Canada. CAJG administers Alberta government grants to support third-party training initiatives that allow…

ASIP Awards $3M for Automotive Technology Development

$3M in Automotive Technology Grants Support Vehicle Lightweighting

Nemak of Canada Corporation has been awarded up to $3 million in small business grants to develop lightweight automotive engines. This investment will support the development of stronger engine blocks, which will be designed using innovative lightweight aluminium. These engine blocks will provide a more energy efficient automotive system and support future engine technology innovations. The funding…

SWODF Small business grants for Ontario Manufacturers

Armo-Tool Awarded Over $600k in Ontario Small Business Grants

London, Ontario manufacturer, Armo-Tool, has been awarded up to $611,600 in small business grants to support facility infrastructure upgrades. The investment will allow Armo-Tool to construct a 20,000 sq. ft. expansion and purchase new equipment to fill it, helping the manufacturer to boost production capacity and become more innovative. The Government of Ontario will provide this investment through…

How to Capitalize on the Booming Automotive Industry – May 3 Seminar

How to Capitalize on the Booming Automotive Industry – May 3 Seminar

With a record number of vehicles expected to be sourced in 2017, the North American automotive industry is poised for a growth period in 2017 and 2018. As a major part of the North American automotive supply chain, Canadian manufacturers should look at incoming demand and identify ways to capitalize on the booming industry. The…

Ontario Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Upgrades

Cap & Trade Makes Energy Efficiency Upgrades a Priority for Ontario Businesses

With the implementation of the Ontario Cap & Trade Program, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are a popular topic in Ontario. As the province switches to a cleaner electrical grid, the cost to provide electricity goes up; this can influence the profitability of heavy energy users. However, many companies are considering projects to improve their energy…

Trade Accelerator Program: Export Strategy Resources

Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) Toronto Export Workshop: Mar 21-22

Toronto-based businesses have a phenomenal opportunity when it comes to exporting products internationally. There are government funding programs and other resources available to companies of all sizes and industries; the key is knowing how to access them. Many of the hurdles businesses must face to export their products globally can be minimized through the development…

Canadian Manufacturing in 2017: An Industry Poised for Sustained Growth

Canadian Manufacturing in 2017: An Industry Poised for Sustained Growth

The Canadian manufacturing industry is entering a technological revolution where significant challenges and opportunities will need to be addressed. This period will benefit some while displacing the need for others. As a result, manufacturers will need to be agile and make investments so that they can leverage strategic growth opportunities as they arise. PLANT Magazine’s…

Attend the ERP Implementation Webinar on March 23, 2017

Attend the March 23 Webinar on ERP Funding Grants

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) system implementation can be a complex and costly project for manufacturers. Deployment of these data communications systems will, in almost all cases, require several employees to receive 1-on-1 training from qualified third-party specialists. Fortunately, a significant portion of training costs can be offset with Canadian government grants. Canadian mall and medium-sized…

OIMP’s Industry Day

OIMP’s Industry Day and AGM for Ontario Meat Processors: April 20, 2017

In 2015, Ontario’s meat product manufacturing sector provided nearly $2.2 billion in GDP, or 6% of the province’s agri-food industry revenue. But despite this contribution, there is still potential to improve profitability and drive greater value. Ontario meat processors have growth opportunities available, the key is knowing where to look. The Ontario Independent Meat Processors…

$3.2M in Clean Water and Wastewater Fund Grants to Improve Québec Water Systems

Clean Water and Wastewater Fund Aids 5 Québec Infrastructure Projects

$5.3 million in Québec government grants have recently been awarded to support water system infrastructure. As result of this Québec government funding, the municipalities of Asbestos, Nantes, Saint-Robert Bellarmin, and Weedon will be able to accelerate the completion of local projects and improve the quality of living provided to their residents. Of this substantial contribution, $3.2…