Canada 150 Grants Aid Community Infrastructure Upgrades in Mississauga

Canada 150 Grants Aid Community Infrastructure Upgrades in Mississauga

The City of Mississauga has been awarded up to $2.5 million in government grants to upgrade community infrastructure. The Government of Canada’s investment will support the creation of safe, more accessible playgrounds and community centres. These renovations will help mark Canada’s 150th anniversary and provide enhanced public services. Mississauga will receive this funding through the…

Canada-Manitoba Job Grant: Training Grants to Enhance Your Workforce

Canada-Manitoba Job Grant: Training Grants to Enhance Your Workforce

The Canada-Manitoba Job Grant (CMJG) is a government grant designed to help businesses invest in employee training programs. Through Canadian government funding, employers will be able to reduce the cost of providing new and existing employees. When accessed on a regular basis, CMJG grants can help develop a more skilled and innovative workforce. CMJG provides…

Canada-Alberta Job Grant: Training Grants for Workforce Development

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…

$3M in Automotive Technology Grants Support Vehicle Lightweighting

$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…

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

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…

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

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…

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

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…

Clean Water and Wastewater Fund Aids 5 Québec Infrastructure Projects

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…

NRC-IRAP Grants Support Manufacturing Production Upgrades in the Yukon

NRC-IRAP Grants Support Manufacturing Production Upgrades in the Yukon

Northerm Windows and Doors has been awarded over $130,000 in government grants to help enhance its production capabilities at its facility in Whitehorse, Yukon. NRC-IRAP grants will allow Northerm to implement automation technologies and execute lean manufacturing process improvements. As a result, the company will double manufacturing capacity and boost its market competitiveness. Up to $130,345 in…

Technical Skills Shortage May Threaten Canada’s Technology Sector

Technical Skills Shortage May Threaten Canada’s Technology Sector

Canada’s advanced technology sector is facing a shortage of technical talent and immediate action is needed to reduce this labour gap. With so much growth in emerging industries, including software engineering and web development, companies need qualified personnel who can develop and use these technologies in innovative ways. If this shortage in technical skills talent…