Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS)
Successfully advocated for this $71B program, described as “a lifeline for businesses amidst COVID-19 crisis.”

COVID-19 Business Relief Measures
Successfully advocated for targeted relief for manufacturers beyond initial government programs.

Extended CEWS Timeline
Government extended the wage subsidy program after advocacy from manufacturing sector.

Interest-Free Loans for Manufacturers
Support for manufacturers with extended repayment terms.

PPE Production Support
Secured government funding to retool manufacturing facilities for PPE production.

Essential Service Designation
Successfully advocated for manufacturing to be designated as essential during lockdowns.

Border Crossing Protocols
Established special protocols for essential manufacturing workers crossing the US-Canada border.

Supply Chain Relief Measures
Successfully advocated for measures to address COVID-related supply chain disruptions.

CUSMA/USMCA Provisions — 2018-2020
Successfully advocated for provisions protecting Canadian manufacturers’ market access.

Tariff Reduction on Manufacturing Inputs — 2015
Achieved reduced tariffs on key manufacturing inputs.

Streamlined Export Controls — 2016
Successfully advocated for streamlined export processes for manufacturers.

Steel and Aluminum Tariff Exemptions — 2018
Successfully lobbied for exemptions from US steel and aluminum tariffs

CPTPP Benefits for Manufacturers — 2018
Secured advantageous terms for manufacturers in Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership

Team Canada Trade Approach — 2024
Led manufacturers in establishing a Team Canada approach to trade.

“Buy Canadian” Procurement Policy — 2025
Government adopted this long-advocated policy.

Export Development Canada Support — Ongoing
Enhanced EDC support for manufacturers looking to export.

Manufacturing & Processing Tax Credits
Successfully advocated for extension and enhancement of M&P tax credits.

Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance (ACCA) — First started in 2009 and renewed/expanded bi-annually since
Successfully lobbied for expanded ACCA to stimulate manufacturing investment.

SR&ED Program Improvements — 2025
Achieved enhancements to Scientific Research and Experimental Development tax incentives.

Carbon Tax Relief for Manufacturers — 2022
Successfully advocated for carbon pricing relief measures for trade-exposed manufacturers.

Clean Tech Investment Tax Credits — 2018
Successfully lobbied for tax credits for clean technology investments.

Small Business Tax Rate Reductions — Several times over several years
Successfully supported reduction in small business tax rates benefiting SME manufacturers.

Budget 2025 Tax Relief Measures — 2025
Successfully advocated for tax relief measures in Budget 2025.

Strategic Innovation Fund Access — 2016 created
Successfully lobbied for the creation and improved manufacturer access to the Strategic Innovation Fund.

Supercluster Initiative Participation — 2016 created
Secured manufacturing participation in Innovation Superclusters Initiative.

Digital Technology Adoption Program — 2021
Successfully advocated for programs supporting digital technology adoption.

Advanced Manufacturing Investment Incentives — Several years federally and provincially
Successfully lobbied for specific incentives for advanced manufacturing investments.

Industry 4.0 Support Programs — Several times federally and provincially
Successfully advocated for programs supporting Industry 4.0 transition.

AI and Robotics Investment Support — Several years federally and provincially
Successfully lobbied for funding programs supporting AI and robotics adoption.

Clean Technology Demonstration Funding — Several years federally and provincially
Successfully advocated for demonstration funding for clean manufacturing technologies.

Canada-Ontario Job Grant Creation and Enhancements — 2014 and ongoing
Successfully advocated for improvements to employer-driven training programs.

Apprenticeship Support Programs — Several years ongoing
Successfully lobbied for enhanced apprenticeship incentives and support.

Immigration System Improvements — Several years ongoing
Successfully advocated for streamlined immigration pathways for manufacturing workers.

Work-Integrated Learning Programs — 2013 started then expanded
Successfully lobbied for expanded work-integrated learning initiatives.

Manufacturing Skills Development Programs — Varies by province
Successfully advocated for specific skills development funding for manufacturing.

Women in Manufacturing Initiatives — 2016 federally and varies by province
Successfully advocated for programs supporting women entering manufacturing careers.

Future Skills Centre Manufacturing Focus — 2022
Successfully lobbied for manufacturing-specific initiatives within Future Skills Centre

Ontario Manufacturing Strategy — 2022
Successfully influenced Ontario’s manufacturing support strategy.

Quebec Productivity Enhancement Program — Ongoing
Successfully advocated for productivity enhancement funding in Quebec.

Alberta Manufacturing Tax Credit — 2017
Successfully lobbied for manufacturing tax credits in Alberta.

BC Manufacturing Jobs Training Program — 2020
Successfully advocated for manufacturing-specific job training in British Columbia

Saskatchewan Manufacturing Initiatives — 2024
Successfully influenced workforce development and supply chain initiatives.

Manitoba Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit — 2020
Successfully advocated for investment tax credits for Manitoba manufacturers.

Atlantic Canada Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit — 2012
Successfully advocated for investment tax credits for Atlantic Canada manufacturers.

Regulatory Cooperation Council Enhancements — 2012 and ongoing
Successfully advocated for improved Canada-US regulatory cooperation.

Red Tape Reduction for Manufacturers — Ongoing
Successfully lobbied for reduction of regulatory burden on manufacturers.

Environmental Compliance Flexibility — Ongoing
Successfully advocated for practical implementation timelines for environmental regulations.

Streamlined Permitting Processes — Ongoing
Successfully lobbied for more efficient permitting processes for manufacturing facilities.

Health & Safety Regulation Modernization — Ongoing
Successfully advocated for updated, more effective health and safety regulations.

Intellectual Property Framework Improvements — Ongoing
Successfully lobbied for improved intellectual property protections benefiting manufacturers

Since its inception in 2016, Made Safe has been committed to providing top tier health and safety services to its members.  Previously, our program existed as a safety initiative by the Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada (AMC) where it served the agricultural manufacturing sector. On January 1, 2016, after identifying a lack of safety and health support services for the broader manufacturing industry in Manitoba, Made Safe assumed responsibility for the program. A CME Manitoba initiative, Made Safe provides health and safety services designed specifically for the needs of the manufacturing work environment. In partnership with SAFE Work Manitoba, Made Safe makes it easier for employers and workers to ensure workplaces are safe and productive.

At Made Safe, we believe that creating a safety culture is crucial to the continuous success of your business, and to the health of your employees and consumers as your company grows. But, like most things, this is easier said than done. Manufacturing work environments often face complex needs and challenges. This is where Made Safe comes in – we offer valuable, manufacturing-focused health and safety expertise. As an industry-specific health and safety association, our services are tailored for the needs of the manufacturing workplace. Guided by an industry-led safety council, the association offers training, access to events and resources, consulting and certification – by manufacturers, for manufacturers.

Manufacturing Safety for Manitoba

• Made Safe offers an extensive range of member services, including more than 30 training courses
• A safer industry means lower WCB costs for everyone – as much as 30 per cent based on historical data
• 70 per cent fewer lost time injuries
• 52 per cent sector participation in just six months
• 15 per cent rebate on WCB fees upon certification
• And much more!

Learn more at madesafe.ca

A Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters Newfoundland and Labrador (CME NL) initiative, Made Safe NL is a sector-based safety program, made up of employer and worker representatives. Together we are committed to promoting and protecting the health and safety of workers and employers in the manufacturing and processing sectors throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

Made Safe NL enriches the safety culture throughout the manufacturing and processing industry through health and safety education and awareness activities, the delivery of professional safety training and return-to-work program advice, worker engagement in advancing occupational health and safety, all with the purpose of building safe and productive work environments.

Made Safe NL will be recognized by the manufacturing and processing industry as the leading safety training and awareness program in Newfoundland and Labrador. Our goal is a demonstrated improvement in industry health, safety, and return to work practices.

Learn more at madesafenl.ca

Ontario Made brings together manufacturers and makers, retailers, and consumers to celebrate and promote the many world-class products that are made right here. We are dedicated to helping consumers identify Ontario-made products, celebrate what is Ontario Made, and support the purchase of Ontario-made products. There has never been a more important time to support Ontario-made products, and we are dedicated to spreading the word.

It is our mission to tell the story of how manufacturers and retailers contribute to the growth of Ontario’s economy and create meaningful jobs for Ontarians. Join us on our journey as we promote the very best that our province has to offer.

Ontario Made was created and is managed by Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME). A member-driven non-profit business association, that has advocated and represented member interests for over 150 years, CME has earned an extensive and effective track record of working for and with 2,500 leading companies across Canada. More than 85 per cent of CME’s members are SMEs and collectively account for an estimated 82 per cent of total manufacturing production and 90 per cent of Canada’s exports.

Learn more at supportontariomade.ca

ProteinMB is the facilitation team mobilizing the industry led implementation of the Manitoba Protein Advantage (MPA) Action Framework, a collaborative strategy to sustainably grow the protein industry and position Manitoba as the global leader in sustainable protein.

Initially led by the Government of Manitoba and now the responsibility of ProteinMB, Manitoba’s Sustainable Protein Advantage strategy was designed to position the province as a global leader in the production, processing, and marketing of protein.

Learn more at proteinmb.ca

Made in Manitoba brings together manufacturers and makers, retailers, and consumers to celebrate and promote the many world-class products that are made right here. We are dedicated to helping consumers identify Manitoba-made products, celebrate what is Made in Manitoba, and support the purchase of Manitoba-made products. There has never been a more important time to support Manitoba-made products, and we are dedicated to spreading the word.

It is our mission to tell the story of how manufacturers and retailers contribute to the growth of Manitoba’s economy and create meaningful jobs for Manitobans. Join us on our journey as we promote the very best that our province has to offer.

Made in Manitoba was created and is managed by Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME). A member-driven non-profit business association, that has advocated and represented member interests for over 150 years, CME has earned an extensive and effective track record of working for and with 2,500 leading companies across Canada. More than 85 per cent of CME’s members are SMEs and collectively account for an estimated 82 per cent of total manufacturing production and 90 per cent of Canada’s exports.

Learn more at supportmadeinmanitoba.ca

Funded by the Government of Alberta, the Alberta Manufacturing Productivity Grant (AMPG) helps small- and medium-sized manufacturers improve their operations, invest in technology to automate production and increase competitiveness in markets across Canada and abroad.

To compete in our modern economy, manufacturers must ensure their operations are world class. This includes leveraging advanced manufacturing technologies to enhance productivity.

Addressing the productivity challenge is critical to assuring Alberta, and Canada’s future prosperity through a strong, vibrant, and growing manufacturing sector. The good news, more than half of the manufacturers that responded to CME’s Management Issues Survey said they plan to invest in new technologies. Many of these same manufacturers stated that the cost associated with adopting new technologies is a challenge.

Learn more at cme-mec.ca/alberta-manufacturing-productivity-grant

Nova Scotia Made is a marketing and branding program for manufacturers to promote the many world-class products that are made here in Nova Scotia. Through its web based platform, usage of the Nova Scotia Made logo and other marketing and media strategies, helps consumers and other businesses buy local.
Created with a belief that it will foster innovation & collaboration between local businesses, deepen community connection & resiliency, and create jobs

Learn more at supportnovascotiamade.ca

Funding through the Province of Manitoba’s Sector Council Program encourages long-range human resource planning within industry sectors to create high-performance workplaces. By bringing together companies, education/training providers and other labour market partners, the sector council funding model provide opportunities not readily available to individual companies to address changing competitive needs, including:

• Enabling industry to participate in training to meet ever changing needs and achieving economics of scale that result in financial savings
• Increasing employer involvement in long-term planning and commitment to training
• Focusing training resources on priority training need
• Providing employees with current, relevant and in-demand skills
• Addressing skills needs by helping manufacturers to tap into a broader workforce, including under represented groups

Learn more at cme-mec.ca/sector-council-program