Annex Business Media: Podcasts

When Laurie White joined the RCMP in 1995, she had no idea that within the first three years of her career, her life would change forever and she would be off the job for almost a year. Nothing could stop her, though, and she was back with her RCMP team as soon as she could be. In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, editor Brittani Schroeder spoke with White about her journey with the RCMP, how she found a “new normal” in 1998 after she was shot on duty, and how officer resiliency plays a part in it all.

The Canadian manufacturing industry is facing unprecedented challenges. IIOT solutions can prove to be of great help in speeding up the recovery process and equipping manufacturers with the tools to grow further. Bassam Zarkout, chair of the digital transformation working group at the Industry IoT Consortium joins Manufacturing AUTOMATION for this episode of Machine Language to discuss how IIOT solutions can help Canadian manufacturers stay competitive even in trying times.

In this episode, Editor Jannen Belbeck interviews Janet Penny (RMT) and Rebecca Sturgeon (LMT), co-authors of the book "Oncology Massage: An integrative approach to cancer care." Listen in as we talk about unique challenges to the therapeutic relationship, debunk myths about oncology massage, pertinent intake questions, confidence in treating, and much more. To buy the text and for more information, visit annexbookstore.com

On the Rise, the Bakers Journal podcast for busy bakers, welcomes Chef Patrick Newton, who will be presenting a demonstration for us at Bakery Showcase in April. Chef Patrick Newton is a classically trained chef who has worked under some of Toronto’s most iconic chefs, including Jason Bangerter and Michael Bonacini. Pat has spent the last 12 years perfecting his craft as a food show host and cannabis enthusiast, spending lots of time in front of the camera, doing what comes naturally. He has performed on the main stage at the Food Network’s food show and has taken over the Toronto Eaton Centre’s food court. In this podcast you’ll learn: How Chef Patrick got his start in baking How his cultural background informs his approach to food What he’ll be doing during his Bakery Showcase demo Myths about baking with cannabis And more! You can connect with Pat on Instagram at @chefpatnewton. Patrick’s demo will take place on Monday, April 11, at the MAIN STAGE DEMO AREA at 2:30 PM. Bakery Showcase is presented by t

Lauren Tedesco, senior vice-president at the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association or APMA joins as the guest for this episode of Machine Language. Tedesco discusses APMA’s Digital Learning Program. She explains how this program benefits the workforce in the auto parts manufacturing space by offering certification and courses that can be pursued without any time constraints. She talks about who can participate, how they can do so and the program’s role in strengthening the automotive manufacturing sector.

Join us as we sit down with Evelyn Allen, Co-Founder and CEO of Evercloak Inc., as we dive into their nano-film technology, its applications across manufacturing, and what manufacturers can to attract more women into rewarding careers.

When someone asks you what your passion is, what do you say? For Ret. Digital Forensic Investigator Ryan Duquette, he would say “helping people”. From his time in the Peel Regional Police Service (PRP) to now working in Security and Privacy Risk Consulting at RSM, Duquette has found a way to serve that passion every day. In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, editor Brittani Schroeder spoke with Duquette about his career with PRP, his move into the private sector and the importance of finding your passion, no matter where you work.

Join us as we sit down with Bryan Smith, CEO of ThinkData Works Inc., as we dive into their new supply chain resiliency platform, using data and AI to help manufacturers avoid supply chain troubles in 2022 by predicting all manner of things from ships stuck in canals to trucker protests.

In this episode, Canadian Consulting Engineer editor Peter Saunders speaks with Jeanette Southwood of Engineers Canada about her background in consulting engineering, the gender-based challenges that continue to this day and her organization’s ongoing efforts to increase the number of licensed women engineers across Canada.

Even as provinces across the country appear to be easing COVID-19 restrictions, healthcare professionals continue to predict ongoing changes to mandates as infections fluctuate; therefore, the social necessity for masks and other protective gear remains. Canadian Manufacturing spoke with Barry Hunt, President of the Canadian Association of PPE Manufacturers about the current status of PPE procurement in Canada, the challenges members of his association face in these times, and why it is much more difficult for Canadian medical start-ups to bring their products to the Canadian market in comparison to their U.S. counterparts.

Have you ever wondered about the experiences of those who are married to members of law enforcement? How about those who are dispatching law enforcement to emergency calls? Today, we get to hear from Janet Wiszowaty, who started her journey with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police as a spouse to an active RCMP member, and then became a Telecommunications Operator and Emergency Police Dispatcher. In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, Wiszowaty joined Blue Line editor Brittani Schroeder to discuss her experiences as an RCMP spouse, her own career within the RCMP, and her diagnosis of PTSD and what that meant for her.

Ret. Officer David Berez has over 30 years of experience working in Emergency Services, which includes 10 years of being a volunteer EMT and 20 years of being a police officer for the East Windsor Police department in New Jersey. After his retirement in January 2020, Berez made it his mission to help other police officers, in terms of their resiliency and their wellness. In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, Ret. Officer Berez joined Blue Line editor Brittani Schroeder to discuss his career, what he experienced after retirement from law enforcement, and most importantly, officer resilience and wellness.

Join us as we sit down with Associate Dean, Continuous Professional Learning at Humber College, Dave Smiderle, as we discuss Humber College’s new RapidSkills Advanced Manufacturing micro-credentials program which is trying to address the labour shortage in Canadian manufacturing.

Ret. Sgt. Lonny Blackett was the first Black police officer in the city of Brampton (Peel Regional Police Service). He spent over three decades serving his community as a constable and sergeant, and even after retirement he is still finding ways to give back to those in the law enforcement profession. In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, Ret. Sgt. Lonny Blackett joined Blue Line editor Brittani Schroeder to discuss his career, the changes he saw throughout his time as an officer, and the importance of ongoing training and education for those in the law enforcement industry.

There is still much research and work to do in the breeding and genetics sector of the Canadian cannabis industry. With an interest to conduct its own research and development studies, and produce new cultivars, Aurora Cannabis opened its breeding facility, Aurora Coast. In late September, the division released its first new cultivars under Aurora Cannabis’ consumer brand, San Rafael ’71. The Aurora Coast division looks to continue providing new strains frequently, under its newly-announced genetics licensing business unit, Occo. In this episode of Grow Opportunity: The Podcast, Greg Baute, senior director of breeding and genetics at Occo, and Andrew Hand, director of cultivar development at Occo, discuss the company’s research, its new cultivars, and plans for the future.

2021 marks the 45th anniversary of the Canadian Police College (CPC). The CPC provides advanced, specialized training and education to police and other organizations that have a mandate in law enforcement or who support public safety in Canada and internationally. The institution remains cutting-edge by introducing alternate training delivery methods and embracing innovation and technology. In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, editor Brittani Schroeder was joined by several members of the Canadian Police College to speak about the CPC’s academics, how courses are created, and what it’s like to be an instructor for the college. Our guests included Filomena Silva - Manager for Academic Standards and Learning Development; Melanie Bilodeau - Director of the Police Sciences School; Danielle Bercier, Rose-Marie Meretei, and Robin Bruneel who are all Instructional Designers at the CPC; and Dave Richard, who is an Instructor at the CPC.

Welcome to Ground Water Canada: The Podcast. Thanks for joining us – from your office, truck or in the field – wherever you may be, we’re glad you’ve tuned in. This is the third of three podcast episodes exploring the footprint left during drilling for domestic water wells or dewatering wells, developments in sustainability and single-use plastics legislation and a discussion of what the groundwater industry can do to reduce its impact on the environment. We are joined by Mike Hare, sales and marketing manager for Canadian Pipe & Pump Supply Inc. This episode is brought to you by Canadian Pipe & Pump Supply Inc. – “We manufacture and supply a full complement of drilling, environmental and geotechnical products that make it easy for our customers to one-stop shop at our four locations in Ontario. We enhance our products with technical support and service tailored to your needs.” We call this episode “The View from the Industry.” Here Ground Water Canada’s Colleen Cross and CanPipe’s Mike Hare talk with

For everyone in the forest industry, 2021 has been a year for the books, with ongoing record-high lumber prices and demand, big changes in government policies and regulations, and different challenges and opportunities. From old-growth logging deferrals to mass timber, a lot has happened this year. In this episode of The CFI Podcast, CFI editor Ellen Cools speaks with Chris Duncan, national leader of forestry and forest products services at MNP, about all the big events and trends from the past year. Listen to the full episode to learn more. Tune in now and look for future episodes at www.woodbusiness.ca/podcasts Thank you to our sponsor, MNP, for making this episode of The CFI Podcast possible. MNP – wherever business takes you. Visit www.mnp.ca to learn more. Music: www.purple-planet.com

Description: Join us as we sit down with Conservative party leader Erin O’Toole, as we ask about the ‘Buy America’ infrastructure bill south of the border, and how it impacts Canadian automotive manufacturing, ongoing supply chain issues, a labour shortage, and a need for improved trade deals with the U.S.

We speak with Kevin Wright, Country Manager, igus Canada Inc., about the importance of plastic products in maintenance, reliability, and operations. A major focuses are bearings and cables.