Supply Chain Manitoba

🎄✨ Happy Holidays from Supply Chain Manitoba! ✨🎄 As we celebrate this season of giving and gratitude, we want to thank our community of partners, professionals, and supporters for an incredible year of collaboration and growth. A special thanks to everyone working in transportation and distribution who keeps goods moving and ensures our communities stay connected—your hard work does not go unnoticed. Please note our office will be closed from December 23 to 27 and on January 1, 2025 to allow our team to enjoy this special time with their loved ones. We look forward to serving you again when we reopen! Wishing you a joyous holiday season and a prosperous New Year! 🌟 #HappyHolidays #ThankYou #SupplyChainMB #TransportationHeroes

🌟 Tremendous progress by Arctic Gateway Group in repairing the Hudson Bay Railway is driving growth for Manitoba’s supply chain! This vital connection between The Pas and Churchill has reopened economic opportunities, including the recent shipment of 10,000 tonnes of Manitoba-mined zinc concentrate to Europe. Thank you for strengthening our supply chain and boosting critical mineral exports! 📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g5BUCEkt #SupplyChainMB #ManitobaEconomy #CriticalMinerals

Webinar Recap: Pathway to Circularity ♻️ Last week, we hosted an engaging session on the #CircularEconomy and its implications for #SupplyChains. A big thank-you to Tanis Ostermann and Mike Fernandes for sharing their expertise and leading a lively discussion during the FAQ session. We were thrilled to welcome about 80 participants to this insightful event, and your active participation made it even more impactful. If you missed it, don’t worry! You can catch the recording here: https://ow.ly/V0wZ50UqSJf 📢 Calling Manitoba and Saskatchewan Businesses! As part of our efforts to support businesses in adopting circular practices, we are conducting a survey to gather insights from organizations in #Manitoba and #Saskatchewan. Your input will help shape practical tools and resources for integrating circularity into supply chains. 🔗 Take the survey here: https://ow.ly/lqIU50UqSJg Let’s continue the journey toward a sustainable, circular future in supply chains! Supply Chain Canada, Manitoba Institute Supply Chain Canada, Saskatchewan Institute Prairies Economic Development Canada I Développement économique Canada pour les Prairies

🌱 Your Input Matters: Shape the Future of Circular Economy! 🌟 According to our previous survey, 41% of businesses identified a lack of information or capacity as their biggest barrier to circularity. That feedback has been instrumental in helping us develop some exciting tools and resources that we will be launching very soon. Completing this year’s survey takes just 10 minutes and can help uncover these barriers and guide future initiatives and solutions. Supply Chain Manitoba, Supply Chain Canada, Manitoba Institute in collaboration with Supply Chain Canada, Saskatchewan Institute is inviting #Manitoba and #Saskatchewan businesses and organizations to share their insights. Your input will play a vital role in making sustainable business practices more accessible and achievable. 📌 Why Participate? 🔹Have a Say: Help identify the tools and support needed for businesses to thrive in a circular economy. 🔹Stay Informed: Receive a summary of findings to gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of circularity. 🔹Win Rewards: Enter for chance to win a $250 Visa gift cards! 📆 Deadlines: Submit by JAN 30, 2025, for the early bird prize or by MAR 7, 2025, for the final deadline 🔗 Take the Survey Now: https://ow.ly/70Xf50UlOAr This survey is part of a Prairies Economic Development Canada I Développement économique Canada pour les Prairies funded project that aims to empower businesses and the supply chain industry to adapt and grow in the transition to a #CircularEconomy. Join us in shaping a more sustainable and resilient future for Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Your voice makes a difference! 🙌 #Sustainability #BusinessSurvey #PrairiesCan #SupplyChain #SustainableGrowth

Thank you to Martin's opinion article on Winnipeg Free Press for highlighting the essential work of Manitoba’s sector councils in supporting #SMEs. Our CEO, Richard Reid, shared how we’re proud to strengthen the #Transportation and #Distribution sectors by driving workforce development and providing businesses with the resources to thrive. Collaboration across industries strengthens our efforts, building a more skilled workforce and fostering sustainable growth for Manitoba’s economy. We remain committed to supporting #SMEs as they adapt and succeed in an ever-changing landscape. 🚛📦 #ManitobaSectorCouncils #ManitobaWorkforce New Media Manitoba On Screen Manitoba Manitoba Environmental Industries Association Manitoba Construction Sector Council Manitoba Trucking Association

📢 Upcoming Webinar: Pathway to Circularity ♻️ How can #circular practices transform your #SupplyChain and create value for your organization? 🗓️ December 6, 2024 ⏰ 12:00 – 1:00 PM CST 🎓 Earn 2 CPD Credits In partnership with Supply Chain Canada, Manitoba Institute and Supply Chain Canada, Saskatchewan Institute, this webinar brings together experts Tanis and Mike to explore the principles of the circular economy and how to integrate them into your operations. Gain actionable insights to build a more #sustainable and efficient supply chain. 📌 Secure your spot now: https://ow.ly/mvpS50U5rYR #CircularEconomy #SupplyChainCanada #Sustainability #WebinarReminder

Fields on Wheels 2024: Unpacking Food Prices, Security, and Supply Chain Challenges 📈🍞 How do rising food prices and supply chain disruptions shape Canada’s food systems? Dive into these critical topics at Fields on Wheels 2024, a free, interactive webinar bringing together experts and thought leaders to address one of today’s most pressing challenges. Co-hosted by the U of M Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, Transport Institute, and Asper School of Business, this event delivers cutting-edge insights into food price trends, food security, and innovative solutions for transportation and trade challenges. What to expect: ☑️ Keynote by Dr. Sylvain Charlebois: Explore food price trends and the global political ripple effects impacting Canadian households. ☑️ Insights into food affordability and the unique challenges of remote communities. ☑️ Perspectives on trade disruptions and their effects on agricultural supply chains. 📅 Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM CST 📍 Location: Virtual Whether you're a professional, policymaker, or just curious about the future of food systems, this event offers thought-provoking discussions and actionable insights. Don’t wait—register now! 🔗 https://ow.ly/oFlj50Ug3XM

💻 Supply Chain Digital Transformation Webinar 📅 December 5, 2024 ⏰ 1:30 p.m. CST ⚡The Speed of Supply Chain - 12 Ways to Transform Your Supply Chain The supply chain is the backbone of any business. From production to distribution, seamless and efficient operations are essential for profitability and success. Join Focused Forward's webinar to explore 12 transformative strategies that leverage digital solutions to modernize the supply chain, reduce uncertainty, and enhance ROI. Here’s a preview: 🔹Reverse Logistics Automation 🔹Automated Compliance Management 🔹Automated Inventory Replenishment These are just three of the impactful approaches we’ll cover to help reduce complexity and navigate volatility in today’s supply chains. Register now to secure your spot for the webinar on December 5th at 1:30 p.m. CST. 🔗 https://ow.ly/poJI50UfY9L #SupplyChain #DigitalTransformation #Logistics #Automation #BusinessOptimization #Webinar

🎉 Last week, we attended two impactful events: the 2024 #MEIA Cleantech Conference and the 2024 Manitoba Women in Trades Conference. 🌿 The MEIA Cleantech Conference opened with inspiring remarks from Jack Winram, Executive Director of #MEIA, setting the stage for thought-provoking discussions and actionable insights. During a breakout session, Erin Lubinski, our Director of Workforce Development, moderated the breakout session "Unlocking Hydrogen – The Key to a Carbon-Free Future," with experts Dr. Francois Girard and Brydon Owen. The session explored hydrogen opportunities in Manitoba, guided by Canada’s updated Hydrogen Strategy, and provided over 100 attendees with insights into its role in #sustainability and #EmissionsReduction. 👩🔧 At the Manitoba Women in Trades Conference, we proudly partnered with the Manitoba Trucking Association to promote opportunities in #Transportation and #Distribution industries for women. It was inspiring to see the focus on building a more inclusive and diverse workforce. Thank you to Manitoba Environmental Industries Association and the Manitoba Construction Sector Council for hosting these events and fostering meaningful discussions that drive innovation and inclusivity. #Cleantech #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #HydrogenFuture #WomenInTrades #SupplyChainInnovation

Congratulations to CentrePort Canada! A big milestone as Fastfrate Group opens their state-of-the-art 114,000 SF facility at the CentrePort Canada Rail Park! This achievement highlights CentrePort’s vision as a leading logistics hub. Cheers to continued growth and success! 🎉