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Prime Minister Carney Launches Canada’s First Defence Industrial Strategy to Strengthen Security, Create Prosperity, and Reinforce Strategic Autonomy

February 24, 2026 Latest news from the Prime Minister of Canada: “The world is changing rapidly. The international rules-based order is fading, and technological change is expanding the fields of conflict. In response, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control: rebuilding, rearming, and reinvesting in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). We are…

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Hammond Power Solutions Inc. to Acquire AEG Power Solutions

February 23, 2026 Hammond Power Solutions Inc. (“HPS”; TSX: HPS.A), a leading provider of dry-type transformers and power quality solutions, announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire AEG Power Solutions, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions on February 17, 2026. AEG Power Solutions is a leading global manufacturer of mission critical…

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Join Proax Technologies Ltd. and Zimmer Group for a Live Technical Webinar

Join Proax Technologies Ltd. and Zimmer Group for a Live Technical Webinar Join Proax Technologies Ltd. and Zimmer Group for a live technical webinar on: How to Specify the Right Tool Changer: Payloads, Accuracy, and Utilities. Led by Costas Charalambous, Sales Application Engineer at Zimmer Group, this session will cover: • Key specification criteria• Application…

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Seneca Polytechnic Becomes the First Postsecondary Institution in Canada to Issue 1,000 Siemens Mechatronics and Automation Certifications

February 18, 2026 New milestone celebrated in Seneca’s Mechatronics Lab at Newnham Campus Seneca Polytechnic has reached an impressive milestone, thanks to a longstanding relationship with Siemens and excellence in mechatronics and other facets of engineering. Seneca recently issued its 1000th Siemens mechatronics and automation certificate, becoming the first postsecondary institution in Canada to do so….

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CSA Group Opens New Global Testing and Certification Center in Guangzhou, China

February 17, 2026 New facility combines two specialized laboratories to support product manufacturers with localized services CSA Group announced the official opening of its new Global Testing and Certification Center in Guangzhou, China on January 13, 2026. Situated to meet the growing demands of manufacturers, the center combines two specialized laboratories, each providing extensive and local testing…

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Ontario Secures Agreement to Advance World’s Largest Nuclear Generating Station

February 12, 2026 Project in Port Hope will create 10,500 jobs and add $235 billion to provincial economy As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario and advance the development of affordable, reliable and clean nuclear power, Minister Stephen Lecce announced that Ontario Power Generation (OPG) has signed a partnership agreement with the Municipality…

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Canada Controls Announces the Acquisition of West Excel Automation

February 11, 2026 Effective December 15, 2025 Canada Controls is proud to announce the official acquisition of West Excel Automation, marking a major step forward in their mission to elevate automation and building technology solutions across Canada. This acquisition brings together two organizations with a shared dedication to innovation, reliability, and customer-focused excellence. By uniting…

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HPS Appoints Annu Yadav as Director of Product Management

February 11, 2026 Hammond Power Solutions (HPS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Annu Yadav as Director of Product Management. In this role, Yadav will lead the strategy for HPS’s dry-type transformer portfolio, ensuring alignment with customer needs, market trends, and evolving electrification demands across North America. She will oversee product lifecycle management, pricing…

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Register Today for ODVA’s Free, Live Training Courses on EtherNet/IP, CIP Safety, and CIP Security

February 10, 2026 Registration is now open for the next session of FREE trainings on EtherNet/IP, CIP Safety, and CIP Security! ODVA’s Quick Start courses provide an overview of the specifications, functionality considerations, development options, and test requirements that developers need to get products to market quickly. These training courses are focused on what a product…

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Registration Now Open for the 2026 MEET Show

February 9, 2026 The MEET (Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology) Show is making its highly-anticipated return to the Moncton Coliseum Complex this Spring, May 6th through 7th. This biennial two-day event features over400 companies from the mechanical, plumbing, electrical, lighting, DataCom and automation industries. “The industry changes dramatically every few years.” said Show Manager, Shawn Murphy….

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Grand Opening: SEW-EURODRIVE Canada Innovation Hub

February 9, 2026 February 5, 2026 marks an exciting milestone for SEW-EURODRIVE Canada with the official opening of their Innovation Hub—their dedicated research and development division focused on advancing software-driven automation. This hub exists for one reason: to push beyond today’s limitations- “ No Limits”. By integrating intelligent software directly into automation technology, SEW-EURODRIVE’s teams…

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Ontario Delivers Darlington Refurbishment Project Ahead of Schedule and Under Budget

February 5, 2026 World’s largest completed nuclear refurbishment will generate secure, reliable, clean electricity to power 3.5 million homes and support 14,200 workers for the next 30 years On February 2, 2026, Minister Stephen Lecce announced a significant milestone in the government’s plan to protect Ontario with the completion of construction on the refurbishment of…

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Prime Minister Carney Launches New Strategy to Transform Canada’s Auto Industry

February 5, 2026 From the Prime Minister of Canada The world is changing rapidly, fundamentally reshaping trade relationships and leaving economies, businesses, and workers under a cloud of uncertainty. Canada’s automotive industry is on the frontline of this shift, with more than 90% of Canadian-made vehicles and 60% of Canadian-made auto parts currently exported to…

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Prime Minister Carney Unveils Canada’s New Automotive Strategy to Protect Jobs and Position Our Country as a Global Leader in Next-Generation Vehicle Manufacturing

February 5, 2026 Backgrounder Canada is, and will remain, a nation that builds cars. For over 100 years, the automotive industry has been a cornerstone of our economy, underpinning advanced manufacturing, driving innovation and supporting hundreds of thousands of well‑paying jobs across the country. Backed by a world-class workforce, globally recognized parts suppliers and leading‑edge research…

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Hoskin Acquires Westech Industrial

February 5, 2026 Hoskin is pleased to announce that it has acquired Westech Industrial River Associates Investments, LP (“River Associates”), a longstanding lower middle market private equity firm based in Chattanooga, TN, is pleased to announce that its Canada based portfolio company, Hoskin Group (“Hoskin”), has completed the acquisition of Westech Industrial (“Westech”). The transaction closed on January 30, 2026. Based…

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ABB Canada Strengthens University of Calgary Partnership

February 5, 2026 Advancing engineering education and global research and innovation Canada’s new energy competitiveness and development strategy demands bold solutions—and ABB is preparing the next generation of engineers to lead it. ABB Canada has donated nearly $150,000 CAD in advanced equipment to transform the Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary‘s Power Control…

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Prime Minister Carney Launches Canada’s First Defence Industrial Strategy to Strengthen Security, Create Prosperity, and Reinforce Strategic Autonomy

Hammond Power Solutions Inc. to Acquire AEG Power Solutions

Join Proax Technologies Ltd. and Zimmer Group for a Live Technical Webinar

Seneca Polytechnic Becomes the First Postsecondary Institution in Canada to Issue 1,000 Siemens Mechatronics and Automation Certifications

CSA Group Opens New Global Testing and Certification Center in Guangzhou, China

Ontario Secures Agreement to Advance World’s Largest Nuclear Generating Station

Canada Controls Announces the Acquisition of West Excel Automation

HPS Appoints Annu Yadav as Director of Product Management

Register Today for ODVA’s Free, Live Training Courses on EtherNet/IP, CIP Safety, and CIP Security

Registration Now Open for the 2026 MEET Show

Grand Opening: SEW-EURODRIVE Canada Innovation Hub

Ontario Delivers Darlington Refurbishment Project Ahead of Schedule and Under Budget

Prime Minister Carney Launches New Strategy to Transform Canada’s Auto Industry

Prime Minister Carney Unveils Canada’s New Automotive Strategy to Protect Jobs and Position Our Country as a Global Leader in Next-Generation Vehicle Manufacturing

Hoskin Acquires Westech Industrial

ABB Canada Strengthens University of Calgary Partnership

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