Government Funding for Today’s Manufacturing Challenges

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Join NorthBridge Consultants for a practical, insights-packed session regarding government funding supports. ith Government of Canada’s new fiscal year underway and rising uncertainty around tariffs and global trade, manufacturers in Canada are entering a challenging and fast-evolving funding environment. Government programs are shifting to respond—but staying on top of what’s available, what’s changed, and what...

Supervisors and Health & Safety – Knowing the Book of Promises

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National Health and Safety Network Event This session will break down the “Book of Promises” (a.k.a the Health and Safety Policies and Procedures) explaining its significance and how it impacts supervisors. Learn what your role entails, the liabilities you carry, and the key takeaways that will help you navigate compliance and leadership in workplace safety....

Squeeze Harder – HerJourney: A Professional Development Series for Women Trades

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This energizing session explores what resilience really means… and what it doesn’t. We’ll unpack common myths around self-care, mental toughness and wellness, replacing buzzwords with actionable insight. Participants will learn how to keep their finger on the pulse of their own mental health, spot early warning signs of emotional fatigue and take meaningful steps to recharge. We’ll...

Running on Empty – HerJourney: A Professional Development Series for Women Trades

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Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It creeps in slowly, often disguised as dedication, hustle or “just a busy season.” In man-populated industries like the skilled trades, many women feel pressure to constantly prove themselves, making it even harder to hit pause and tougher to ask for support. Women are also at higher risk for burnout overall,...

Safety Engagement and Participation

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National Health and Safety Network Event This session will explore strategies for branding your Joint Health and Safety Committee, reinforcing the Internal Responsibility System, and enhancing overall safety participation. A strong safety culture starts with engagement.  Learn key takeaways to improve engagement at all levels of your organization and foster a proactive approach to workplace...

Hard Facts to Support Inclusion

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This data-driven session explores what equity, diversity, and inclusion mean in a manufacturing context. We’ll focus on statistics that support inclusive hiring, retention, and team performance. Key Topics National and sector-specific data on women in trades Retention, safety, and productivity indicators Why DEI efforts fail—and what to track Learning Outcomes Understand how data supports the...

Work Happy – HerJourney: A Professional Development Series for Women in Skilled Trades

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We spend more waking hours at work than anywhere else — so it shouldn’t feel like something we just survive! This session explores how to reconnect with what makes work fulfilling, even in challenging environments. We’ll dive into the science of happiness and motivation, bust the myth that job satisfaction only comes from promotions or...