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Lean in Action

Join us for an Advanced Manufacturing event hosted at Copol International, where you’ll see Lean principles applied inside a high-performing manufacturing environment.

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 1:00 PM AST
North Sydney, NS

The event includes:

  • Facility Tour: See Lean practices in action on the shop floor
  • Copol’s Lean Journey: Real-world lessons and measurable improvements
  • Lean Session with Jeff Ainslie: Practical tools you can apply immediately

During his session, Jeff Ainslie will connect what you observe during the tour to proven Lean methodologies. He will share:

  • How to identify and eliminate waste
  • Strategies to improve flow and reduce bottlenecks
  • Engaging teams in problem-solving and daily improvement
  • Moving from isolated improvements to operational alignment
  • Practical steps to sustain Lean beyond initial implementation

Jeff’s session is designed to be hands-on and actionable, helping you translate Lean theory into results within your own operation.

Who should attend: Operations leaders, plant managers, supervisors, CI teams, and anyone focused on improving performance and operational excellence.

This is a unique opportunity to learn directly from a Nova Scotia manufacturer and gain practical improvement strategies you can implement immediately. Brought to you in partnership with ACOA.

Lean in Action

Hosted by Deanna Macdonald, MCM.

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 1:00 PM AST
North Sydney, NS

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