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Industry Events

We welcome you to join us at an upcoming event in your area.
If there is a topic you are curious about, or wish to see on our list, please contact us.
We look forward to seeing you soon!

Strength in Diversity

VirtualWednesday, January 14, 2026 1:00 pm

Join us for the final session in EMC’s Learning Differences 101 series with Janelle Abela, CEO of Diverse Solutions Strategy Firm. This engaging session will explore how recognizing and embracing the unique strengths of employees with learning differences can spark creativity, enhance problem-solving, and drive innovation across manufacturing teams.

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Strength in Diversity

Building Employer Capacity Through Inclusion

VirtualTuesday, January 27, 2026 1:00 pm

Join this interactive session to learn how EMC and VLS Canada are working together to strengthen the manufacturing workforce through inclusive learning practices.

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Building Employer Capacity Through Inclusion

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

VirtualTuesday, February 3, 2026 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.

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

International Women's Day - 2026

London, ONTuesday, March 3, 2026 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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International Women's Day - 2026

Member Exclusive Events

Here at EMC, we host facilitated discussions on topics that are timely and relevant to the sector. We call these Strategic Interest Groups (SIGs). EMC members gather at these events to network, collaborate and share:

  • Best Practices
  • Benchmarks
  • Standards and Processes

Our SIG events take place on a regular basis, some virtually and some in-person, throughout all of our Consortium regions.