January 9, 2025
A Case Study This case study of ‘greening’ steel at Algoma Steel Inc. highlights important technical, economic, labour policy and management factors which must be considered […]
June 18, 2024
Canada’s automotive manufacturing sector continues to have a strong demand for people with skilled trades experience. Given FOCAL’s projected retirements and the demand in the broader automotive […]
May 23, 2024
This report delves into the transformative shifts occurring within the automotive sector through the lens of smart mobility, emphasizing Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electrified (CASE) vehicle […]
May 13, 2024
Vehicle Electrification and Its Impact on the Automotive Service, Repair, and Aftermarket Industries
This paper aims to explore the implications of EV adoption within the automotive service, repair and aftermarket industries. As the demands for components and services change, […]
April 22, 2024
The automotive industry in Canada is shifting focus, along with many other industries and sectors, towards zero-emissions products and processes. The move in automotive manufacturing involves […]
April 10, 2024
Canada’s automotive manufacturing sector has historically presented employment opportunities for immigrants that provide family sustaining wages. While immigration is critical to the skill needs of many […]
April 5, 2024
The shift from internal combustion engine vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) is an key part of Canada’s sustainability strategy. Transportation accounts for 25% of Canada’s greenhouse […]
April 4, 2024
Canada has pledged to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030 (below 2005 levels), with a goal of net neutrality by 2050. Though the […]
March 19, 2024
Assessing the economic and labour market impacts Canada’s automotive manufacturing sector, a key driver of the country’s manufacturing and economic growth, is undergoing a significant shift […]