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Simcoe County to host manufacturing industry forum
November 6, 2025 · 0 Comments
By Brian Lockhart
The County of Simcoe’s Economic Development Office will host the 2025 Manufacturer’s Forum, themed “Building Tomorrow, Today,” to provide information for local manufacturers.
The forum will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and policy makers to explore the most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities in today’s manufacturing sector.
Those who attend will have a unique opportunity to connect across sectors, gain actionable insights, and discover strategies to navigate change and unlock new potential in a rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape.
This year’s forum features an agenda focused on innovation, resilience, digital transformation, and strategic growth.
Panel session topics will include:
• Disruption and risk management – Featuring lessons learned from global challenges.
• AI in manufacturing – Breakout session showcasing transformative technologies.
• Digitalization and smart manufacturing – Insights on foundational tech infrastructure.
• Product and market diversification – Exploring ways to grow through new products or markets.
• Change management – Human-centred strategies for adapting to internal transformation.
Whether you are a seasoned manufacturer, a supplier, or a stakeholder in the broader ecosystem, this forum offers valuable insights and connections to help you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.
The Simcoe County Manufacturer’s Forum will take place on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, at the Nottawasaga Inn Resort and Conference Centre, 6015 ON-89, in Alliston.
You can register by visiting edo.simcoe.ca/mfg-forum.
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