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Manufacturing Excellence Forum - Edmonton
Discover, connect, and innovate at EMC’s Manufacturing Excellence Forum—a gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from across Canada’s manufacturing sector.
Whether you’re seeking solutions to workforce challenges, exploring emerging technologies, or looking to grow your manufacturing network, this event is your opportunity to engage directly with thought leaders and industry peers shaping the future of Canadian manufacturing.
8:00 – Networking Breakfast
8:30 – Opening Remarks
8:45 – Sustainability for Environment with Scott McNeil-Smith, EMC, Paul Weingartner, ECNG Energy
Alberta’s energy market is changing fast. With supplier exits, pricing volatility, and regulatory shifts, manufacturers face both risk and opportunity. Join EMC’s Energy Team for a timely discussion and intelligence on Alberta’s electricity and natural gas markets, strategies to manage costs, and practical pathways to sustainability.
9:45 – Sustainability for Efficiencies with Lauren Degenstein, Davey Textiles
Davey Textile Solutions Inc. (DTS) is a manufacturer of retroreflective tape for high-visibility safety and flame-resistant (FR) personal protective equipment (PPE) used in a variety of industries including construction, roadside safety, oil and gas and first responders. In this presentation, we will explore the innovative automation and efficiency measures DTS has implemented at its Edmonton manufacturing facility. We will delve into the challenges encountered and the successes achieved in our journey towards operational excellence and how it relates to our sustainability goals.
10:15 – Networking Break
10:45 – Industry Panel Discussion – Sustainability for Employee Empowerment and Development
Join leading experts for an engaging panel discussion on how sustainable business practices can drive employee empowerment and workforce development. Discover how organizations are aligning their sustainability strategies with talent growth, creating workplaces where people and the planet thrive together.
11:30 – Business Transition & Succession Planning, Presentation by BDC
12:15 – Networking Lunch
12:45 – Alberta Labour Market Update, Cindy Messaros, EMC
During this session, Cindy will unveil brand-new Alberta labour market survey data, offering a snapshot of emerging trends, workforce challenges, and opportunities across the province. She will share insights into what employers and employees are saying about skills, retention, and development, and connect these findings to practical, actionable solutions that organizations can implement today.
1:30 – Networking Tours – participants may select one option
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- InnoTech Alberta, part of the Alberta Advanced Manufacturing International Hub
- Canada / US Trade Relations Roundtable Session
More information and tour locations will be posted soon!
