Canadian manufacturers call on federal government to protect industrial economy

Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME) are calling on the next federal government to take strong action to protect Canada’s industrial economy.

The group has released a set of policy recommendations titled ‘Blueprint to Strengthen Canadian Manufacturing.’

Among their recommendations are less regulation, lower taxes and more training support for workers.

CME says the sector needs a major investment from the federal government to compete with its American counterparts, who receive around three times more funding per worker than Canadians.

“The economic threats from the U.S. are a wake-up call,” said Dennis Darby, president and CEO of CME.

“The next federal government must act decisively to reposition Canada’s economy – rapidly and meaningfully – with bold policies that support manufacturers and workers by making it easier to invest, build and grow.”

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