Government of Canada supports delegation travelling to Chicago to enhance productivity through innovation.
Increasing productivity in Atlantic Canada is crucial for enhancing Canada's international competitiveness. By investing in innovation and advanced manufacturing technologies, Atlantic Canadian companies are positioning themselves as leaders in the global market.
Today, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, praised delegates from 22 Atlantic Canadian companies who participated in the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago, Illinois. Participants at the show had the opportunity to network with over 100,000 professionals and vendors from the manufacturing industry, attend conferences offering tangible insights and solutions for enhancing productivity, quality, and overall equipment effectiveness, and discover the latest advancements in automation, additive manufacturing, CNC machining.
Attending this event was part of a broader initiative led by ACOA, the Alliance of Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters, and the National Research Council, to help Atlantic Canadian firms explore and invest in new technologies to boost their productivity and profitability. Creating an environment that supports the adoption of cutting-edge solutions not only boosts business efficiency but also drives sustainable economic growth throughout the region.