Upcoming Events

2024 Manufacturing Day on the Hill & AGM

Canadian Parliament Building in Ottawa, in the Autumn season.

Overview

As a Canadian manufacturer, your input is essential in shaping the future of our sector. This year, CME is hosting Manufacturing Day on the Hill – our signature lobby day – in Ottawa on November 19. The event gives manufacturing executives and leaders like you the opportunity to connect directly with the policymakers and elected officials who influence the laws and regulations that impact your business.

Advocacy Topics

With important government decisions on the horizon that will impact Canadian manufacturing, join manufacturing leaders from across Canada in Ottawa to ensure our industry’s voice is heard. Topics that will be discussed in meetings are including but not limited to:

  • The increasing cost of doing business in Canada
  • Supply chain issues and disruptions
  • Regulatory burden and red-tape
  • Canada-US and international trade
  • Skills and labour shortages

Why Attend?

Why You Should Participate:

  • Direct Impact: Meet face-to-face with Ministers, Members of Parliament, Senators, senior officials and other policy influencers to share your perspectives on the policy issues that matter to your company and the industry.
  • Show Unity: Show the strength of the Canadian manufacturing sector by standing together in Ottawa. A united front makes our message stronger and more effective.
  • Build Relationships: Strengthen existing relationships and build new ones with key government officials, ensuring they have your business and industry needs in mind.
  • Highlight Industry Contributions: Demonstrate the vital role the manufacturing sector plays in Canada’s economy, from job creation to innovation.

Join us in Ottawa on November 19 to advocate for the future of manufacturing.

PRELIMINARY AGENDA: NOVEMBER 19 - AGM & MANUFACTURING DAY ON THE HILL

REGISTRATION & NETWORKING BREAKFAST

8:30 – 9:00

WELCOME & OPENING REMARKS

9:00 – 9:15

CME Members & Guests Only

DAY OF LOGISTICS: OVERVIEW & BREAKOUT GROUP ASSIGNMENTS

9:15 – 9:30

ADVOCACY MEETINGS

9:30 – 12:00

CME Members & Guests Only

LUNCH

12:00- 1:00

CME Members & Guests Only

ADVOCACY MEETINGS

1:00 – 3:30

CME Members & Guests Only

AGM

3:30 – 4:30

CME Members & Guests Only

CLOSING REMARKS

4:30- 4:45

CME Members & Guests Only

NETWORKING RECEPTION

5:00 – 7:30

Twenty Two at the Westin Ottawa

LOCATION

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
1 Rideau St
Ottawa, ON

DATE & TIME

November 19, 2024

COST

Free to CME Manufacturing Members
Want to attend but not a member or manufacturer?
Contact jill.knaggs@cme-mec.ca for details.

Accommodations

Fairmont Chateau Laurier: On Site

Preferred rates for conference attendees from up to three (3) days pre and post event dates, based on hotel availability.

 

Reservations must be made by October 29, 2024 using the following link:

 

https://book.passkey.com/event/50782413/owner/5915/home

DoubleTree by Hilton: Walking Distance

Hotel Address: 33 Nicholas St, Ottawa, ON K1N 9M7

Preferred rates ($199/night for Standard 1 King Bed) for conference attendees from up to two (2) days pre and post event dates, based on hotel availability.

 

Reservations must be made by October 29, 2024 using the directions below:

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

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