Complimentary Training for Ontario Manufacturers

Manufacturers, we know you’re navigating unprecedented challenges, especially with the ongoing uncertainty around tariffs. Now more than ever, finding ways to boost efficiency and productivity is essential.

That’s where CME’s training comes in. We’re here to equip you with the tools you need to stay competitive. And the best part? Thanks to provincial funding, we’re offering free online training courses for you and your entire team. Whether you’re on the shop floor or at your desk, accessing valuable training has never been easier.

WHAT COURSES ARE BEING OFFERED?

Lean 101

This one-day, hands-on, ‘learning by doing’ style of workshop will cover the Lean concepts of customer focus, information and material flow and waste elimination. In this introductory session, participants will take part in simulation exercises to gain an understanding of the foundations of Lean and learn what it means to pursue perfection.

 

Three session dates to choose from:

  • June 17, 2025
  • July 8, 2025
  • August 19, 2025

8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Ontario Health and Safety Law for Managers/Supervisors & JHSC

This course is designed for managers, supervisors, JHSC or safety representatives. The course will focus on the key legal requirements under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act. Participants will gain an understanding of their key duties and responsibilities and how to establish due diligence for themselves and their organization. The enforcement role of Ministry of Labour, Training, Skills and Development (MLTSD) inspectors will also be reviewed. This course will also meet the requirements for the MLTSD mandatory basic Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness in 5 Steps training under Ontario Regulation 297/13.

 

June 17, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

This one day course is general WHMIS training designed for all employees within an organization. The system is designed to provide information on how to safely use, handle, and store hazardous materials. WHMIS training has been mandatory for Canadian workplaces since 1988. In 2018, it became mandatory to train on the new system of labeling called the Globally Harmonized System (GHS). Participants will gain an understanding of the health and safety hazards related to working with chemicals and how WHMIS is designed to protect them. This course will also meet the mandatory WHMIS training requirements.

 

June 24, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Women in Leadership Program

2.5 days of best-in-class leadership training in a women’s only learning environment, specifically designed to assist women in manufacturing. This course will cover topics such as women in leadership vs managing, value exercise, leadership behaviour styles, women in communication, conflict management, assertiveness, Clifton and strength finder, time management and scenario discussions.

 

Three session start dates to choose from:

  • June 16, 2025
  • October 7, 2025
  • November 4, 2025

SECURE YOUR SPOT & LEARN MORE

Contact Nathalia Maia, Training Services and Programs Manager.