After months of inconsistent demand, North American manufacturers may soon get help from federal regulators.
In Canada, a new program called “Factory of the Future” aims to dole out some $380 million in aid to local manufacturers. The country’s National Research Council (NRC) Labs will lead up the effort while also providing expertise and related resources. In the U.S., Congress passed a bill allowing for aid to be given to workers affected by trade deals that open borders and increase competition in the manufacturing sector.
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