Industry

Hosted by Randy Kolowrocki, Project Coordinator.

This interactive session is the third of a four-part series which explores real-world manufacturing case studies. Participants will apply learning style strategies to solve common challenges related to training, engagement, and employee growth. Through guided scenarios and discussion, leaders will gain confidence in using learning styles to support diverse teams more effectively. We will begin with a brief recap of Sessions One and Two, so you are welcome to join us even if you were unable to attend the previous events.
About our Guest Speaker: James Demers (He/him) is a licensed skilled trade carpenter who then changed careers to become a diversity educator and workplace consultant &#8211; with 15 years of experience helping organizations create inclusive, accessible, and equitable workplaces. He has supported teams in employee engagement, leadership development, and accessibility strategies. With a strong focus on workplace culture and diverse learning styles, James designs practical, interactive, and adaptable training that meets the needs of diverse teams. He has led initiatives on policy development, equity frameworks, and inclusive leadership, ensuring organizations foster environments where all employees can thrive. Based in Treaty 7 Territory (Mo’kinsis), James is committed to removing barriers, improving accessibility, and enhancing employee experiences through education, strategic planning, and organizational change.
Discover how EMC can support your investment in employees today! Investigating Learning Styles for Career Growth &amp; Long-Term Success in Manufacturing is the second in a four-part series featuring James Demers bringing their experience to the table on inclusive workplaces. If you missed session one, you are still welcome to attend the future sessions which will happen in April, May and September. Registration details will follow closer to the date for the last two events.
We hope you can join us to learn more.

For Career Growth & Success: Session 3 of 4

Manufacturers are creating and expanding their training programs for their workforce in response to changing industry demands, technological innovations, and a need for a skilled workforce. Standard training methods may not effectively address diverse learning needs, potentially affecting skill development and career progression.

Applying Learning Styles to Real Workplace Scenarios

Alberta

Central Ontario

Food and Beverage

Golden Horseshoe

Eastern Ontario

British Columbia

Grey Bruce Counties

Greater Toronto Area

Newfoundland

Nova Scotia

Prince Edward Island

Northern Ontario

Manitoba

New Brunswick

Saskatchewan

Southwestern Ontario

Key Topics Covered:
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<li>Context and update on tariff, CUSMA and the “Security and Economic Framework” negotiations</li>
<li>Navigating cross-Border strategy and alternate market entry options for selling to the US market</li>
<li>Force majeure and changed circumstances to understand legal protections during supply chain disruptions</li>
<li>Contracts and agreements with U.S. Customers</li>
<li>Best practices to minimize risk, protect your business, and strengthen customer relationships</li>
</ul>
Gain expert insights into the legal and regulatory landscape affecting Canadian manufacturers, understand how to mitigate risks and protect your contracts in uncertain times and explore new strategies for entering the U.S. market beyond traditional pathways. We welcome you to participate in a Q&amp;A session.
About Dan Ujczo:
Dan is Senior Counsel in Thompson Hine LLP’s International Trade and Transportation law practice groups. He provides end-to-end counsel across clients’ Canada-U.S., North American and global supply chains. This trade counsel includes customs classification and compliance, utilization of preferential trade agreements such as the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), tariff mitigation and exclusions, procurement issues such as Buy America/Buy American, and anti-dumping/countervailing duty issues. He also advises clients in the negotiating of transportation agreements, managing trusted trader and related security programs, and addressing issues at ports-of-entry. Dan also assists clients, economic development organizations and governments with cross-border investment and expansion projects.
Dan is the Honorary Consul of the Government of Canada to Ohio. Dan’s unique Canada-U.S. experience encompasses serving in the governments of Canada and the United States, private practice and academia. He served as an officer in Canada’s foreign ministry where he worked towards improving North America’s borders and ports-of-entry. For nearly a decade, Dan was a visiting professor of law at Case Western Reserve University School of Law and managed a lab that served as a legal adviser to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Coast Guard.
Dan was appointed by the US Secretary of Commerce to serve as a member of the District Export Council (DEC) for the Northern District of Ohio. Dan also was appointed by the Governor of Ohio as a Life Member of the Association of Ohio Commodores; he is the U.S. Vice President for the North American Strategy for Competitiveness (NASCO); and, a board member of the American Chamber of Commerce in Canada (AMCHAM Canada). Dan is the President of the Ohio-Canada Business Association (Ohio-Can).

Canada / US Trade Relations Discussion

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.

Navigating Your Cross Border Strategy

Quebec

In this session our partners at <a href="https://emccanada.org/programs/insurance-and-benefits">People Corporation</a> will discuss:
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<li>Key cost drivers in group benefits and how to mitigate them</li>
<li>Alternative funding models and risk management approaches</li>
<li>Practical steps to enhance cost efficiency while maintaining a competitive benefits package</li>
</ul>
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and actionable strategies tailored to the unique challenges of the manufacturing sector in 2025.

Preparing for 2025 and Beyond

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.

Cost Containment Strategies in Group Benefits 

Hosted by Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium.

<h3>Workshop topics for discussion:</h3>
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<li>9:00 &#8211; Introductions, Networking and briefing on EMC’s Canadian Manufacturing Supply Chain Initiative</li>
<li>10:00 &#8211; Connecting Demand to Supply: Results and insights from EMC’s ManufacturingGPS: A Roadmap to Growth for Alberta Manufacturers labour market study.</li>
<li>11:30 &#8211; Lunch</li>
<li>12:00 &#8211; Creating a Solutions Roadmap: Facilitated stakeholder discussion</li>
<li>1:00 &#8211; Farewell</li>
</ul>
The Province of Alberta is working in partnership with the Government of Canada to provide employment support programs and services. This event is funded in part by the Province of Alberta’s Department of Jobs, Economy, and Trade, aimed at strengthening Alberta’s manufacturing sector by addressing critical labour market gaps, enhancing workforce development, and building partnerships with educational programs and initiatives.

Manufacturers across Alberta are navigating unprecedented challenges affecting business operations and competitiveness. Please join us in Grande Prairie for an in-person event designed to share important initiatives in the sector, unveil Alberta labour market survey data, and discuss practical solutions.

A Workshop for Alberta Manufacturers

Please join me, and other EMC members, as we discuss how to ensure that your supervisors take a responsible approach to ensuring that current employees are retained and happy.
Craig Mannell, Manufacturing Consortium Manager

A Roundtable Discussion

Members, please join us for a roundtable discussion on how to ensure your supervisors are helping retain employees.

A Roundtable Discussion

Supervisors Responsibility in Employee Retention

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