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EMC Canada

Alberta

As Manufacturing Consortium Manager for Alberta, I look forward to working with both EMC members and manufacturers across Alberta to align strategic interest groups, expand workforce development initiatives, and strengthen partnerships that help Canadian manufacturers scale, automate, and compete globally.

I look forward to being here to not only support you, but also to connect you with the many EMC programs, resources, services, and benefits that are there to help you attain success.

Contact David Today!

Contact Information

David Rist
Manufacturing Consortium Manager
drist@emccanada.org

Upcoming Events

Silence Isn’t Safety

VirtualJanuary 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Psychological safety for women in manufacturing isn’t just a women’s issue, it’s a signal of whether your workplace is truly safe, inclusive, and high performing. When women feel heard, respected, and supported, the whole team benefits. This series explores how gendered experiences shape safety and trust at work and how employers can shift culture, not just policy.

The Hidden Cost

VirtualJanuary 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Psychological safety for women in manufacturing isn’t just a women’s issue, it’s a signal of whether your workplace is truly safe, inclusive, and high performing. When women feel heard, respected, and supported, the whole team benefits. This series explores how gendered experiences shape safety and trust at work and how employers can shift culture, not just policy.

Recipe for Growth: A Playbook for New Facility Builds & Expansion in Food and Beverage Industry

VirtualFebruary 3, 2026 at 11:30 AM

Join us for this session where two legal experts examine a case study and discuss the end-to-end process of planning, building, and launching a new production facility in compliance with regulatory requirements.

International Women's Day - 2026

London, ONMarch 3, 2026 at 8:00 AM

EMC’s International Women’s Day Celebration brings together industry leaders, skilled tradeswomen, students, educators, and community partners for a full day of learning, inspiration, and connection. This high-impact event will highlight the powerful role women play in shaping Canada’s manufacturing and skilled trades sectors while creating space for honest conversations, mentorship, and future workforce development.  No cost to attend.

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