Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium

09/15/2026

Celebrating 50 years of manufacturing excellence - and investing in the next generation!
What a fitting place to celebrate an exciting new chapter for manufacturing in New Brunswick.
As ALPA Equipment marks its 50th anniversary, EMC was pleased to join the Government of New Brunswick and industry partners to announce the new Youth in Manufacturing program - a three-year initiative that will connect up to 300 young New Brunswickers with paid employment, training and career opportunities in manufacturing.
EMC is proud to play a role in creating pathways to 300 jobs for young New Brunswickers, while helping manufacturers build the skilled workforce they need to grow and compete.
Congratulations to ALPA Equipment on an incredible 50 years, and thank you for helping us celebrate both the history and the future of manufacturing in New Brunswick.

https://emccanada.org/newsroom/agreement-to-provide-more-opportunities-for-young-new-brunswickers-in-manufacturing-industry

09/14/2026

How Everyday Leadership Drives Performance and Retains Women in Manufacturing Skilled Trades
Retaining women in the skilled trades isn’t just about hiring—it’s about creating workplaces where they feel safe, equipped, and valued every day.
- Psychological safety on the shop floor
- Properly fitted PPE and facilities
- Equal access to high-value work
- Peer mentorship and support
- Clear leadership pipelines

Everyday inclusive leadership boosts performance and reduces turnover.

Read more: https://hubs.li/Q04xsX4d0

09/10/2026

Leading Across Generations starts with understanding—not assumptions.

Join EMC Canada’s virtual workshop on September 22 at 1pm ET to uncover how generational dynamics shape culture, collaboration, and leadership.
- Move beyond stereotypes
- Recognize subtle ageism and bias
- Build trust and stronger communication
- Turn generational diversity into a competitive advantage

Register now: https://hubs.li/Q04xc4rj0

This session helps leaders and teams move beyond stereotypes and assumptions to better understand how generational dynamics shap...

09/08/2026

What’s next for Canadian manufacturing?

Join BDC and EMC Canada for the Economic Outlook for Manufacturers on September 28 at 1pm ET.
Hear from Pierre Cléroux (BDC VP & Chief Economist) on the economy, manufacturing trends, and insights from BDC’s new report: The Digital Transformation of SMEs in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.

Jean-Pierre (JP) Giroux, President of EMC, will share key issues facing manufacturers and the solutions EMC is delivering.

Register now: https://hubs.li/Q04w-Xk-0

09/03/2026

Conflict is inevitable—but escalation isn’t.

Join EMC Canada’s Conflict & Difficult Interactions training on September 22, 2026 to master communication skills and practical strategies that reduce stress, boost productivity, and keep workplace tensions from spiraling.

Learn more and register: https://hubs.li/Q04wDQ3V0

08/31/2026

Excited to announce that EMC Canada is now a Community Partner for the Cybersecurity & Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) Summit 2026!

🗓 September 29, 2026
📍 Luxe Convention Centre, Mississauga

As Canada’s premier closed-door summit for C-suite and senior decision-makers, C-SCRM brings together the leaders shaping resilient, cyber-secure supply chains.
- EMC members and network receive 30% off registration with code: EMC_2026
- EMC Canada will also be represented on the main panel discussion on supply chain – dual use

Register now:

We connect people, tech, & opportunity to drive action in cyber risk & supply chain management.

08/27/2026

Water is a critical resource in manufacturing—and smart conservation strategies can drive both sustainability and cost savings.

Join EMC's GreenMFG Network for Water Strategies and Conservation in Manufacturing on Thursday, September 17, 2026—a virtual session exploring how water management plays a crucial role in building a resilient, green supply chain.

You'll hear about best practices in water management, innovative technologies, and sustainable solutions—plus real-world case studies from manufacturing companies that have successfully reduced water use, lowered operational costs, and strengthened their environmental performance

Whether you're looking to improve efficiency, reduce waste, or align with sustainability goals, this session will give you actionable insights to make water conservation a competitive advantage for your operation.

Register here: https://hubs.li/Q04vBLG90

08/24/2026

EMC's Joint Advancement Certification offers a unique learning model where frontline workers and their supervisors participate in concurrent programs—creating immediate, on-the-job application of new skills.

Frontline participants receive direct, ongoing support from their supervisors, while supervisors develop essential coaching and mentorship skills they can apply right away. This two-pronged approach strengthens communication, improves performance management, and builds a more cohesive, effective manufacturing workforce.

By investing in both levels of your team, companies see improved problem-solving, collaboration, adaptability, and overall workplace culture.
Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q04v7_c00

08/21/2026

We’re proud to announce that Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC) has joined Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) and the Canadian Skills Training and Employment Coalition (CSTEC) to lead the new Advanced Manufacturing Workforce Alliance.

As JP Giroux, President of EMC, shares in the video, this is an opportunity to bring Canada’s manufacturing community together around one critical question:
How do we ensure Canadian manufacturers have the people and skills they need to compete, innovate and grow?

Manufacturers are navigating skills shortages, demographic change, supply-chain pressures and increasing international competition — while automation, robotics, AI and other advanced technologies are transforming the skills needed on the shop floor.

The Alliance will help turn those challenges into practical action by:
- Bringing manufacturers directly into workforce intelligence and skills planning
- Connecting technology adoption with the workforce capabilities needed to make it successful
- Supporting Canada’s domestic production and defence readiness
- Building stronger pathways into manufacturing for the next generation of talent
- Developing practical, industry-led workforce solutions that can be tested and scaled

At EMC, we believe manufacturing competitiveness comes down to People, Process and Plant/Technology. Investing in technology without investing in the people who use it limits the impact.
This Alliance is an opportunity to align those investments — and to make sure Canadian manufacturers are ready for what comes next.

08/20/2026

DATE CHANGE ALERT

Due to the 3-day pause in U.S. Section 338 tariff implementation, EMC's Section 338 Tariffs - Customs Broker Update virtual event has been rescheduled.

As trade negotiations between Canada and the United States continue, Canadian manufacturers are facing increased uncertainty. Stay informed on the latest developments and what they could mean for your business.

Join us for this critical briefing to get real-time updates on tariff status, negotiation progress, and practical guidance for navigating this evolving trade landscape.

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As trade negotiations between Canada and the United States continue, Canadian manufacturers are facing increased uncertainty. Wi...