Strategic Partners
CMTDA
The CMTDA is a trade association dedicated to marketing machine tools and services in Canada through distributorship companies. Founded in 1942, the CMTDA currently consists of over 80 members. The CMTDA website maintains interactive reports of Machine Tool sales data from 2008. The CMTDA is always accepting applications for new members. You can download the application form from the CMTDA website.
CTMA
The Canadian Tooling & Machining Association (CTMA) was established in 1963 by uniting various trade associations into one strong organization that represented the Tooling Industry in Canada. The tooling industry encompasses all involved in the design, manufacture, repair, or assembly of tools, dies, moulds, models, patterns, jigs, fixtures, gauges, machinery, machining systems, robotics, automation equipment, machine shop products, cutting tools and all related industries and service providers including general jobbing. Membership is restricted to manufacturers and industry suppliers as associate members to ensure that the CTMA will always be devoted to manufacturing in the tooling and machining sectors in Canada. Membership has continued to increase, resulting in the formation of Chapters in Windsor, Toronto, and Western Ontario. These chapters meet regularly and provide networking opportunities for members.
NGen
NGen is the industry-led, non-profit organization leading Canada’s Advanced Manufacturing Supercluster, one of five national networks supported by Canada's ambitious Innovation Superclusters Initiative. NGen is founded on the principle that digital transformation in advanced manufacturing will enrich the lives of Canadians, delivering better products and good jobs while generating the economic growth essential to a better future.
Industry Supporters
AI 4 Manufacturing Canada
AI 4 Manufacturing Canada is an industry non-profit organization that takes a leadership role in educating Canadian manufacturers and technology companies on how to best adopt artificial intelligence (AI). The focus is networking of manufacturers, technology companies, consultants, suppliers, educational institutions, and governments with the exchange of information, advocacy, innovation, and collaboration.
Automate Canada
Automate Canada is a national association leading and advocating for the Canadian automation industry, representing companies involved in industrial automation as well as specialized service and supplier companies. Recognized as a hub for manufacturing innovation, Automate Canada supports its members through advocacy, industry engagement, professional development, and valuable networking opportunities. Our mission is to promote the growth and global exposure of Canada’s industrial automation sector, drive technology adoption, support SMEs, and represent the industry’s voice on critical trade and policy discussions.
Canada Makes
Canada Makes is a network dedicated to promoting the adoption and development of advanced and additive manufacturing (AM) in Canada. Canada Makes is focused on facilitating the connection of organizations locally, nationally, and internationally to promote collaboration and innovation in additive manufacturing.
Canadian Association of Moldmakers
The Canadian Association of Moldmakers (CAMM) is Canada’s leading national association representing moldmakers, service providers, and suppliers to the global moldmaking industry. Established in 1981 as the Windsor Association of Moldmakers (WAMM), CAMM has evolved to support and advocate for the industry on both national and international stages. With a commitment to promoting the mold-making sector, CAMM provides representation to the government, influences policy, and creates trade and business opportunities for its members. Guided by an active Board of Directors made up of industry leaders, CAMM continues to support the educational sector, fostering the next generation of talent to ensure the industry’s growth and technological advancement.
Media Partners
Canadian Metalworking
At Canadian Metalworking it is our ongoing goal to write about the technologies that matter to Canadian manufacturers from coast to coast, technologies that can have a dramatic effect on shop productivity. Each issue of Canadian Metalworking features new product information, technology advice, and stories from innovative shops. During the year readers can expect in-depth coverage of milling, turning, grinding, EDM equipment, quality and measurement devices, and additive manufacturing technology, as well as software and IT designed for the manufacturer. Canadian Metalworking also is home to information about the consumables of our industry, including carbide inserts and tooling.
Manufacturing Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering is a highly respected magazine serving U.S. engineers and other manufacturing professionals who use manufacturing technologies. The magazine’s history dates back to 1935 when SME first published it as Tool Engineer. In the 1960s, the magazine was called Tool and Manufacturing Engineer. In the 1970s, it became Manufacturing Engineering and Management. Since 1975, the magazine has been known as Manufacturing Engineering, or as our customers sometimes call us, M.E.
Smart Manufacturing
Smart Manufacturing focuses on advanced manufacturing technologies and tools that are driven or enhanced by integrated information technology. Smart Manufacturing is available free of charge to qualified subscribers in the US.