Welcome to Shifting Gears, a timely news source for manufacturers and industry professionals brought to you by your Regional Manufacturing Partners Alliance.
We welcome feedback and referrals of important news and events relevant to our local manufacturing community.
DON'T MISS IT
Work in Simcoe County Virtual Job Fair: Is your business hiring and looking for a way to promote your job opportunities? The County of Simcoe, Cities of Barrie and Orillia and area partners are hosting a virtual job fair on April 26th from 2-6pm. Learn more and register.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Honda of Canada Mfg. to Invest more than $1.38 billion in Ontario Manufacturing Plants in Preparation for Electrified Future. Read more.
County of Simcoe and partners looking at immigration through a different lens. Read more.
Manufacturing Automation Magazine: Top trends in 2022:
Supply chain risks, labour market inefficiencies, heightened geopolitical tensions, and the tightened global operating environment have accelerated the transition towards smart manufacturing and the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies. NGen CTO John Laughlin joins leading industrial automation experts to share predictions on the top manufacturing technology trends for the year ahead. Read more.
Research in Action: Lakehead faculty member Dr. Amir Ameli is helping to develop resiliency against cyber attacks. Read more.
REGIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
The Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) helps Canadian small-and medium-sized businesses grow their online presence and upgrade or adopt digital technologies. Learn more.
Employment Ontario offers free employment services and training programs for workers and employers. Click here to contact a local office near you.
- Edited by Ryan Lay
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