“Canadian manufacturers are facing a period of significant transformation,” said Abdus. Samad, Vice President of Government Affairs and Strategic Initiatives at the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce. “The summit provided an invaluable platform for sharing best practices and identifying areas for strategic investment.”
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