Policy, Trade & Economy
Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveiled a $9 billion plan in Ottawa to support industries hit by the tariff war. The overall plan includes $2.5 billion for the automotive sector.
Tariff relief is now funded at scale; check eligibility, especially if you supply automotive.
Policy, Trade & Economy
Ontario's WSIB will reduce premium rates in 2027. The province's average premium rate will now be almost 30 per cent below the national average.
A lower payroll cost line for Ontario employers; reflect it in 2027 budgets.
Plants, Investment & M&A
Minister Joly accuses Cleveland-Cliffs of failing to honour six binding commitments made when it acquired Stelco. Ottawa has given the company 15 days to address the alleged violations or face legal action.
Steel buyers should watch for ripple effects on supply and contract terms.
Plants, Investment & M&A
NextStar Energy says its Windsor facility has produced 10 million battery cells. The company says the plant is helping establish a domestic battery supply chain while supporting growth in Canada's advanced manufacturing sector.
A domestic battery supply is ramping in Ontario, a sourcing option for EV and storage supply chains.
Workforce & Skills
The WRRP application form is now online. The program is open to businesses across all sectors that need to transform, retool or diversify, and runs from October 2026 until March 2028.
If tariffs are forcing you to retool, this program runs to March 2028; check eligibility early.
Supply Chain & Reshoring
Canadian Manufacturing profiles Gray Tools, a manufacturer that buys materials, makes products and sells through a network of other businesses, so a change at the border can affect more than one part of its operations.
Tariff exposure runs through inputs, production and channel; map all three, not just exports.
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