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For those of you that have been EMC Members for many years you will be familiar with all of what EMC has to offer. If you are new to a Member company and would like to know more about what is available to you, please feel free to contact me and I can go over what is available to you and the benefits to be working for a company that is an EMC Member. Not a member yet? I will be happy to introduce you to EMC.

I have the pleasure of supporting manufacturers in this area with all the activities, services and programs EMC has to offer. If you are not aware of what these are, I am more than happy to take a few minutes to walk you through some of the benefits. I would also like to invite you to attend any one of our Monthly Networking meetings which give Members a chance to discuss current challenges, issues, best practices etc. with others in similar roles. These are very informal open discussions and usually last for 1 ½ hours. Each month, we will have our IT, Senior Managers, Quality/Production/CI/ME and E, H&S or HR groups meeting. I will be sending out the invitations a couple of weeks prior to the monthly meetings and certainly encourage to attend. Please join us if you can. We have Professionals from Member companies like Canplas, Baytech Plastics, Environmental Systems, Garaga, Innovative Automation, Georgian Bay Fabrics, Weldco-Beales, Kubota, Franke Kindred, Gluecker Metal, Tag Environmental, Elcan, to name a few, that attend. We have 40+ Member companies in this EMC Consortium area; manufacturers across several sectors including automotive, aerospace, medical, construction, infrastructure, large equipment, mining, recreational, plastics molding, steel fabrication, residential/commercial/industrial, etc, etc. Geographically located from Thornbury, through Collingwood, Barrie, Orillia, up to Midland/Penetanguishene and to Bracebridge and Huntsville and over the Parry Sound.

As a previous EMC Member while at TRW (ZF), I can vouch for the many advantages of being connected with EMC and our many Members. With the dynamic and significant challenges, you face daily, whether it relates to supply chain disruptions, labour shortages, employee recruiting, hiring, retention, ever changing Government regulations, financing etc., etc. we can help, either with internal expertise or by connecting you with our Expert partners or with other EMC Member companies that may have solutions to your needs.

Please check out the EMC webpage to review all the Programs and Events available to you, and as always, if there is any way I can help, do not hesitate to ask.

Contact Ross Today!

Contact Information

Ross Cooper
Manufacturing Consortium Manager
705-528-7207rcooper@emccanada.org

Upcoming Events

Cost Containment Strategies in Group Benefits

VirtualWednesday, February 26, 2025, 11:30am EST
With the rising cost of employee benefits and the looming impact of U.S. tariffs on the manufacturing industry, cost containment is more critical than ever. Join us for an insightful webinar where we’ll explore proactive strategies to help manufacturers manage benefits costs without compromising employee well-being.

Navigating Your Cross Border Strategy

VirtualThursday, February 27, 2025, 1:30pm EST
As a follow up to our recent Customs Broker session, join us for an exclusive industry event featuring Canada-U.S. trade insider Dan Ujczo, Senior Counsel in Thompson Hine LLP’s International Trade and Transportation law practice groups, as he provides crucial insights into navigating U.S. trade, contracts, and market entry strategies.

Mental Health Matters: A Practical Guide for Manufacturers

VirtualThursday, February 27, 2025, 12:00pm EST
Join us for a one-hour webinar designed to help leaders in the manufacturing industry address mental health in the workplace.

IT Strategic Interest Group Meeting

VirtualTuesday, March 11, 2025, 1:00pm EST
Open Discussion - Attendee Driven Topics

Senior Managers Strategic Interest Group

VirtualWednesday, March 12, 2025, 8:30am EST
EMC Update, Business challenges, opportunities, strategic initiatives, information sharing, best practices.

Quality, Production and CI Strategic Interest Group

VirtualWednesday, March 12, 2025, 10:30am EST
Improving Operations Metrics

HR Strategic Interest Group

VirtualThursday, March 13, 2025, 10:00am EST
Grey & Bruce Counties, Central and Northern Ontario manufacturers are invited to join us for an open discussion on: EMC Update, HR Strategies, Initiatives, Plans, Objectives, Plus Member Question - Anticipated issues and actions regarding US Government relaxing of HR and E, H&S Regulations.

Addressing Canada's Productivity Crisis in Manufacturing

VirtualTuesday, March 18, 2025, 9:00am EST
Ontario manufacturers will explore what productivity means, barriers faced by local manufacturers and proven strategies for success. Don’t miss this chance to gain insights and help drive positive change in the region’s manufacturing future.

Q1 2025 Energy Market Update

VirtualThursday, March 20, 2025, 11:00am EST
EMC’s Energy Consortium team is hosting participating manufacturers, members and other sector industries for a Q1 2025 energy briefing and market update.

Innovating With AI

VirtualTuesday, March 25, 2025, 12:00pm EST
Join us for an exclusive session with John Galbraith of The Data Integrators as we dive into the future of AI-driven efficiency and data operations in manufacturing.

Hazard Prevention and Control

VirtualWednesday, March 26, 2025, 12:00pm EST
Join us for a one-hour webinar to learn how Schneider Electric implemented effective controls in their manufacturing facilities.

Manufacturing Excellence Forum - Owen Sound

Owen Sound, ONThursday, March 27, 2025, 8:00am EST
Owen Sound and area manufacturers are invited to join us for a morning of industry insights, networking, and discussions at our upcoming Manufacturing Excellence Forum! Whether you're looking to strengthen your supply chain, gain market intelligence, or connect with industry leaders, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Food Law Under the Spotlight

VirtualThursday, April 10, 2025, 11:30am EST
Join us for strategic insights on ERA Compliance & the Joriki Listeria Outbreak Gain an executive-level view of how strategic compliance decisions can protect your organization’s bottom line and reputation. Learn why effective engagement with regulators—and early intervention to avoid certain compliance actions—can be the difference between long-term scrutiny and sustainable, cost-effective growth.