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“It’s like cutting off your nose to spite your face", says Dennis Darby P.Eng., ICD.D, CME President & CEO. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gap9D6ni

🚨 LAST CHANCE! Early Bird Pricing Ends Tomorrow! 🚨 Join us on March 6, 202, for a full-day event focused on the future of manufacturing! 2025 CME BC Manufacturing Conference. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g7tQ_aFs 📍 Why Attend? Discover the latest advancements in smart manufacturing through expert-led sessions on AI, ERP integration, and innovation. Plus, experience cutting-edge technology firsthand with an exclusive tour of DP World, Port of Vancouver. #CMEBC #Manufacturing #SmartManufacturing #Innovation #Networking #CMEConference

📬 Check your inbox! Our latest Events and Training Newsletter is here! 🌟 Stay ahead of the curve with opportunities to grow your skills, network, and gain insights into the latest manufacturing trends. 👉 Read it now: https://lnkd.in/g34vCa3i 📅 Highlights include: 🔧 Early Bird Pricing Alert! Don’t miss out on discounted rates for the CME BC Manufacturing Conference. Early bird pricing ends this Friday – secure your spot today! 🕒 📚 LEAN Yellowbelt and LEAN Greenbelt Training – Transform your operations and drive efficiency with these impactful programs. Check it out and join us to connect, learn, and lead in the manufacturing industry. Let's innovate and grow together! 💡 #CME #Manufacturing #Events #Training #Innovation #ProfessionalDevelopment #LEANTraining #SmartManufacturing

NEW Training Session: Lean 101 – Okanagan (Feb 6) We’re excited to announce a NEW Lean 101 Training Session—designed for anyone ready to embrace Lean principles and transform their operations. 📅 When: February 6, 2025 📍 Where: Okanagan, BC 💡 Want to bring Lean 101 to your facility? We’re searching for the next host location! ✔ Register your team now ✔ The site with the most registrations will be chosen as the host ✔ Gain hands-on Lean training at your facility—no travel required! Don’t miss this opportunity to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and empower your team. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gCRsn8k5

CME's Dennis Darby P.Eng., ICD.D joined The Morning Rush with Bill Carroll yesterday to talk trade, tariffs and Trump. Listen here ⬇️ Without swift and targeted government action, tariffs will devastate investment, disrupt supply chains, and weaken Canada’s industrial base. CME is calling for urgent government intervention to provide short-term tariff relief, investment incentives, and supply chain support to help manufacturers weather the economic shock. 

🚨 U.S. Tariff Threats: Immediate Action Needed 🚨 CME has called on Prime Minister Trudeau and federal leaders to address the severe risks tariffs pose to Canadian manufacturing. These measures could disrupt supply chains, stall investments, and impact thousands of jobs.

📢 Speaker Alert & Sponsor Welcome! We’re thrilled to announce Acera Insurance as our new 2025 BC Manufacturing Conference sponsor! 🎉 Sean Graham, Director of Sales for BC Lower Mainland at Acera Insurance, is joining us as a speaker on the AI in Manufacturing Panel. Sean brings valuable insights into how AI is transforming the manufacturing landscape. ⏰ Don't miss out! Early Bird registration ends on January 24. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/g7tQ_aFs Be part of the conversation on Smart Manufacturing and secure your spot today! 🚀 #CME #ManufacturingConference2025 #SmartManufacturing #AIinManufacturing #AceraInsurance

"It’s a lose-lose for both countries." ICYMI, CME President & CEO Dennis Darby shared key insights last week on President-elect Trump’s proposed tariffs and their implications for manufacturing. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/gwQBUCZK Want to learn more about what’s at stake? Don’t miss our must-attend webinar this Wednesday. We’re diving deep into the potential impacts and actionable next steps for manufacturers. 🔗 Reserve your spot now: https://lnkd.in/gWDtpBby

🚨 CME BC January 2025 eNewsletter is Here! 🚨 Kick off the new year with the latest updates from CME BC! 🌟 📢 What’s Inside? ✅ 2025 Manufacturing Conference – Get ready for this year’s premier event on Smart Manufacturing! ✅ Return to Work: Obligations and the Role of the Supervisor – Essential insights for fostering a supportive and compliant workplace. ✅ Lean Training Opportunities – Take your team’s productivity to the next level! ... and so much more. 📩 Check your inbox or click below to read the full issue and stay ahead in BC's manufacturing industry! #ManufacturingMatters #CMEBC #SmartManufacturing #LeanTraining #WorkplaceLeadership #Newsletter

Yesterday, Prime Minister Trudeau announced his intention to resign as Prime Minister and Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada following a Liberal leadership race that will take place in the coming weeks. It is likely, but not guaranteed that a federal election will follow in the Spring. CME is very concerned that this prolonged political uncertainty will weaken Canada's ability to negotiate effectively with the incoming U.S. administration in the weeks ahead. In response to the tariff threat, Canada needs a functional and stable government, capable of delivering an urgent and coordinated response to protect manufacturing businesses, workers and families. Despite these challenges CME remains committed to working with members, our U.S. counterparts, and all parliamentarians to oppose harmful tariffs and to advocate for policies that will support Canadian manufacturers, strengthen our shared economic and national security interests with the U.S, and improve North America’s position as a global manufacturing powerhouse.