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Manufacturers’ Productivity Forum – 2026 Edition

April 15 @ 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Productivity is no longer optional, it’s the key to staying competitive. CME Manufacturers’ Productivity Forum brings together Ontario manufacturers, industry experts, and senior leaders for a full-day event built around one goal: giving you the strategies, technologies, and real-world insights to move faster and perform better.

From a keynote on advanced manufacturing’s next frontier to expert panels on automation, AI, energy efficiency, and digital twins, the forum delivers actionable takeaways across every session. In the afternoon, attendees choose their own path — an immersive plant tour or a hands-on Lean for Leadership Workshop — before the day closes with a deep dive into Lean 4.0 and the power of merging proven practices with smart technologies. Whether you’re taking your first steps toward automation or looking to scale your digital capabilities, this is the room you want to be in.

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8:30 a.m. – Registration & Networking Continental Breakfast

9:00 a.m. – Opening Remarks

9:05 a.m. – Welcome Remarks from the Government

9:30 a.m. – Keynote: The Future of Productivity in Advanced Manufacturing

What is reshaping what’s possible on the production floor? Don’t miss this forward-looking keynote as we explore how advanced manufacturing, digital tools, and smarter processes can harness emerging innovations, eliminate inefficiencies, and build a more agile, high-performance operation.

10:00 a.m. – Panel: Real-World Automation Success Stories

Automation is no longer just for large manufacturers — it’s a critical tool for manufacturers looking to boost productivity, address labour shortages, and stay competitive. In this panel, Ontario manufacturers and experts will share real‑world examples of automation and AI in action, from the shop floor to broader operations. Panelists will discuss why they invested, how they got started, and the lessons learned — including challenges, workforce impacts, and measurable productivity gains. Focused on practical, scalable solutions, this session highlights achievable automation approaches manufacturers can apply regardless of size or starting point.

10:45 a.m. – Networking Break

11:00 a.m. – Fireside Chat: Ontario’s Nuclear Industrial Strategy

This session will explore the need for a clear and coordinated Nuclear Industrial Strategy for Ontario, focusing on where the sector stands today and what is required to support long‑term growth. We will examine the opportunity nuclear presents for Ontario manufacturers across the supply chain.

Location: IKON Event Space, 6887 Dixie Rd. Mississauga, ON

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