Next Generation Manufacturing explores the strategies, challenges and opportunities that come with growing an advanced manufacturing business in Canada. Meet the people who are behind the ideas, best practices, processes, technologies, and management approaches that are essential to thrive in a modern advanced manufacturing business. This podcast is for entrepreneurs, manufacturers, technology providers, policymakers, students & teachers. Anybody with a curious mind and an interest in how we ...
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Making it in Ontario is your window into what's next in manufacturing. Ontario’s economy depends on manufacturing, but the latest research reveals concerning trends that could undermine the sector’s strength—if we don’t address them. Join us as we talk to CEOs and other leaders at the forefront of the sector about productivity, strategy, talent markets and career opportunities, and the role of manufacturing in a prosperous and sustainable future. This podcast is an initiative of the Trillium ...
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Advanced Manufacturing and the Future of Work
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This episode of 'Making it in Ontario' features Jim Stanford, an economist and Director of the Centre for Future Work. We discuss the resilience of Canada's automotive industry through economic highs and lows and the existential implications of China's rise in the electric vehicle market. All this before getting into a substantial discussion of wha…
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A Modernized Strategy to Transform Manufacturing in Ontario
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A new report on the current state of manufacturing in Ontario reveals that, compared to ten years ago, the sector is doing better in some ways, and worse in others. The conclusion is that now more than ever, we need a strategy to guide the industry to new heights. In this episode of 'Making it in Ontario,' hosts Michelle Samson and Brendan Sweeney …
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Solving Canada's “Productivity Problem”
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Productivity in Ontario's manufacturing sector is the subject of Part 2 of our chat with NGen CEO Jason Myers. The conversation revolves around a new joint report by NGen and the Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing addressing Canada's “productivity problem”. The episode highlights the importance of understanding productivity to solve it, di…
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Toyota Canada on Electrification, Labour Markets, and Strategy
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This episode features an in-depth discussion with Scott MacKenzie, Director of Corporate and External Affairs at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada. We cover a lot of ground, including his take on how the automotive industry in Ontario has changed over the past 25 years, Toyota's approach to electrification, a glimpse inside Toyota's battery plant J…
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Hot Off the Press: New Data on Diversity in Manufacturing
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In this episode of 'Making it in Ontario,' co-hosts Michelle Samson and Brendan Sweeney share highlights from Trillium’s latest data bulletin focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Ontario's manufacturing sector. A key finding is the inverse relationship between pay and the proportion of women and visible minorities in various industr…
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NGen: Canada’s Advanced Manufacturing Supercluster
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In this episode, we have a big picture discussion with Jayson Myers, the CEO of NGen (Next Generation Manufacturing Canada) and an award-winning economist, about the evolution of manufacturing in Ontario and Canada, how smaller manufacturers are finding huge opportunities as they refine their value proposition, why Ontario's unique asset mix is so …
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Making it in Ontario: Recharged and Ready
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'Making it in Ontario' has gotten a makeover! New hosts Brendan Sweeney and Michelle Samson introduce themselves and re-introduce the organization behind the show: the Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing. The episode explores favorite past episodes, Trillium’s evolution over the last ten years, diversity in manufacturing, and the state of m…
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Making it in Ontario is your window into what's next in manufacturing. Ontario’s economy depends on manufacturing, but the latest research reveals concerning trends that could undermine the sector’s strength—if we don’t address them. Join us as we talk to CEOs and other leaders at the forefront of the sector about productivity, strategy, talent mar…
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Ep.19 - Building a World-Leading Biomanufacturing Sector in Canada
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In this compelling episode hosted by Jay Myers, listeners gain invaluable insights into Canada's potential as a leader in advanced biomanufacturing, emphasizing cell and gene therapies. With a dynamic panel of industry experts, the conversation delves into strategic opportunities, the importance of developing skills, and how integrating advanced th…
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Ep.18 - AI in Manufacturing: Opportunities and Challenges for Canadian Companies
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In this insightful episode, host Jay Myers engages with a panel of AI and advanced manufacturing experts to remove the veil from the world of Artificial Intelligence in the manufacturing sector. The guests share their unique experiences, showcasing both the transformative impact and the practical challenges of integrating AI technologies into vario…
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Ep.17 - Circular Manufacturing: Opportunities and Challenges in Canada's Advanced Manufacturing Sector
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In this episode of Next Generation Manufacturing, host Jay Myers leads a riveting conversation on the future of advanced manufacturing, with a spotlight on circular manufacturing and the circular economy. The episode draws attention to Canada's innovative strides in environmental sustainability and life cycle product management. Listeners will dive…
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Ep.16 - Making AI Accessible for Industrial Users
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In this episode, Jay Myers, CEO of Next Generation Manufacturing Canada, interviews Humera Malik, the founder and CEO of Canvas AI. They discuss the challenges faced by industrial companies in managing and utilizing their data and how AI can help solve these problems. Humera shares her journey from the telecom world to the industrial IoT world and …
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Ep.15 - Developing New Materials for Manufacturing
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Gurkaran Chowdhry, Directer of Business Development and Operations, 3D BioFibR 3D BioFibR’s patented dry-spinning process uses extensional flows to create well-aligned protein fibers at scale, by mimicking how these fibers are made in nature. Our current focus is on using our collagen fibers to develop researc…
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Ep.14 - The Power of Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Sheldon Fernandez, CEO, DarwinAI. DarwinAI is a rapidly growing visual quality inspection company providing manufacturers an end-to-end solution to improve product quality and increase production efficiency. In this episode: Sheldon's path to AI Defining artificial intelligence Can AI help you reach your busin…
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Ep.13 - Advancing Healthcare with 3D Bioprinting
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Dr. Stephanie Willerth, CEO at Axolotl Biosciences. Axolotl Biosciences' mission is to provide turn-key reagents, including bioinks, 3D tissue models, and consulting services in the field of 3D bioprinting to advance the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. We envision delivering innovative p…
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Ep.12 - Growing Canada's Bio-Manufacturing Capabilities
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Mitch Sivilotti, CEO at OmniaBio. At a planned 400,000 square feet, OmniaBio will be the largest CDMO exclusively manufacturing for cell and gene therapies in Canada. In this episode: The potential of Bio-manufacturing in Canada Cell and gene Therapies Industry advantages and challenges Mitch's path to Bio-man…
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Ep.11 - Implementing Digital Solutions in Manufacturing with Dan Desjardins
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Dan Desjardins, CEO at Distributive. Distributive helps companies implement digital solutions in manufacturing and many other sectors around the world. In this episode: Dan's background SMB's barriers to adopting digital solutions Innovation from experimentation Practical applications in many settings Ease of …
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Ep.10 - Creating Pathways to Education for Indigenous Youth with Martin Family Initiative
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by The Right Honourable Paul Martin, former Prime Minister of Canada and Founder of Martin Family Initiative as well as Carlana Lindeman, Education Program Director at Martin Family Initiative. In this episode: MFI mandate The future of the trades workforce Programs in elementary schools Challenges to overcome Im…
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Ep.9 - Bringing 3D Printing to the Factory Floor with Mitch Debora
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Mitch Debora. Mitch is the Co-founder and CEO at Mosaic Manufacturing. Mosaic is pushing the boundaries of 3D printing at scale and working to bring 3D printing to the factory floor. In this episode: Mitch's introduction to 3D printing and the birth of Mosaic Brining additive manufacturing into your processes …
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Ep.8 - Changing the World Through Advanced Manufacturing with Kevin Fernandes
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Kevin Fernandes. President at Macrodyne Technologies Inc. Macrodyne Technologies Inc. manufactures heavy duty, hydraulic presses up to 30,000 tons, fully automated hydraulic press lines and die handling equipment for dies and molds weighing in excess of 100 tons. They produce custom hydraulic presses & press l…
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Ep.7 - Turning Waste into High Value Materials
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Luna You, CEO at Genecis. Genecis’ biological processes convert food waste destined for landfill into valuable materials. They are on a mission to drive the world towards a circular economy, where major brands utilize eco-friendly PHA plastics in packaging, food services, agriculture, textiles and many other a…
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Ep.6 - The Future of Additive Manufacturing
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Billy Rideout, CEO at Exergy. Billy is the head creator, solver, and game-changer. His fixation on making things work better and faster is what sparked the founding of Exergy back in 2015. Today, he leads the Exergy team in strategy and business development In this episode: Billy's journey to Exergy Challenges…
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Ep.5 - Indigenous Manufacturing & Contracting Network
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by members of the Indigenous Manufacturing & Contracting Network. The panel includes: Kayla Paul, Operations Manager at Xtended Hydraulics & Machine Inc. Toni Dumais, Chief Operating Officer at KIHEW FabCo Ltd. Treena Amyotte, Director Of Business Development at PFN Group of Companies. John Desjarlais, General Ma…
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Ep.4 - Next Generation Carbon Removal Technology
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Chris Stern, CEO and co-Founder of CarbiCrete. CarbiCrete has created a cement-free, carbon negative process of making pre-cast concrete using industrial waste by-products from the steel making industry. In this episode: A unique technology that is benefiting the environment Challenges along the journey Scalin…
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Ep.3 - The Next Generation of Training and Workplace Safety Using Augmented Reality
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Louis-Antoine Genin-Brien, Head of Business Development at DeepSight, Augmented Reality. DeepSight believes Augmented Reality will impact our lives just as much as smartphones have had in the last decades. Although AR is used mostly on tablets and smartphones right now, we will observe a societal change with t…
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Ep.2 - Innovation is Canada’s Economic Engine
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Barry Hunt. Barry is the President of Canadian Association of PPE Manufacturers (CAPPEM) as well as the President & CEO of Prescientx. The Canadian Association of PPE Manufacturers is dedicated to protecting Canadians with the best possible PPE manufactured in Canada by Canadian owned and operated companies. I…
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Ep.1 - Innovations in Sustainable Protein Production with Mohammed Ashour, Co-Founder and CEO of Aspire Food Group
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On this episode Jay Myers is joined by Mohammed Ashour, Co-Founder and CEO of Aspire Food Group. Aspire's long-term vision is to celebrate, innovate, and advance responsible farming and healthy eating of insects. Aspire researches and invests in sustainable insect farming practices to bring this protein alternative to a growing global market. In th…
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Welcome to Next Generation Manufacturing Podcast
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Welcome to Next Generation Manufacturing Podcast! Next Generation Manufacturing explores the strategies, challenges and opportunities that come with growing an advanced manufacturing business in Canada. Meet the people who are behind the ideas, best practices, processes, technologies, and management approaches that are essential to thrive in a mode…
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