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The Kawartha Manufacturers Association’s (KMA) objective is to grow the regional economy through World Class Manufacturing and the development of a diverse, highly skilled workforce.

10/29/2026

Ho-Ho-Hold this date! The KMA Holiday Sip N Social is happening on November 26, 2026, from 5:30-7:00 PM. The event will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, 1550 Lansdowne Street West, in Peterborough.

10/28/2026

Kawartha Metals is as impressive in real life as it looks in this video from FedDev Ontario. 👀 up, way up!

10/27/2026

Upcoming KMA Members-Only Webinar
Workforce Retention and Retraining Program – Work-Sharing

What is the Workforce Retention and Retraining Program? How can it help my company manage a slowdown and retain staff?

The Workforce Retention and Retraining Program – Work-Sharing agreement provides retention supports to employers and income support to employees eligible for Employment Insurance (EI) benefits who work a temporarily reduced work week while their employer recovers.

The complementary Retraining Grant helps to implement training opportunities for retained EI-eligible employees

In this Kawartha Manufacturers Association Members Only Webinar, hear directly from Christine Hayter with Service Canada about the program.

You will also hear a case study from KMA Board Member Joe Kraan about how he implemented a Workshare program in the past.

Date:
November 5th
10:00 - 11:00am.

email: [email protected] to register.

Members, watch your inboxes for a calendar invite.

For more information on Worksharing, please visit
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/work-sharing.html

10/21/2026

Meet our board member: Lindsay

Lindsay has more than 15 years of experience supporting manufacturing organizations across North America. She currently leads People & Culture for Nefab Americas, partnering with leaders and employees to build strong teams and support business growth.
Passionate about manufacturing and the hardworking, entrepreneurial people behind it, Lindsay is proud to volunteer with the Kawartha Manufacturers Association and support the continued growth of the local manufacturing community.

10/06/2026

Our monthly Lunch Loop event is next Tuesday!
Take a break, grab your lunch, and connect with fellow members of the Kawartha Manufacturers Association from wherever you are.

Our Lunch Loop is a great opportunity to connect, share ideas, and stay in the loop with what’s happening in our manufacturing community.

📅 Tuesday Oct 13
💻 Online

to register, email: [email protected]

We’d love to see you there!

09/23/2026

Meet our board member: Lennie

Lennie Ouimette is the Director of Quality Assurance and Food Safety at Kawartha Dairy Ltd. and has over 23 years of experience in regulated food manufacturing. As a key business partner within the organization’s leadership team, he works collaboratively across operations, supply chain, retail and executive leadership to support strategic initiatives focused on operational excellence, risk management, continuous improvement and sustainable growth.
Throughout his career, Lennie has specialized in HACCP and GFSI-based food safety programs within both ready-to-eat and non-ready-to-eat processing environments. He is passionate about building practical systems, strengthening food safety culture, and supporting the long-term success and sustainability of local manufacturing within the Kawarthas.

09/20/2026

From available and affordable housing for employees to transportation connections to workplaces to the supply of serviced employment lands to Economic Development strategic choices - municipal policies and elections matter to local manufacturers.

Kawartha Lakes Members, please join the Peterborough & The Kawarthas Home Builders Association, the Central Lakes Association of REALTORS and the Kawartha Manufacturers Association for a City of Kawartha Lakes Mayoral and Council Candidate Forum hosted at the Lindsay Golf and Country Club on September 24.

Register to attend here --> https://www.showpass.com/kawarthalakeselection/

09/18/2026

📣 Is your business being impacted by tariffs or global trade pressures?

FedDev Ontario is hosting a series of free virtual information sessions about the Regional Tariff Response Initiative, designed to help businesses better understand the support that may be available to them.

Join an upcoming session to learn more about:
✅ Program eligibility
✅ Available funding
✅ The application process
✅ How the initiative may support businesses affected by trade disruptions

📅 Virtual sessions are available September 21 and 24.

Businesses are encouraged to attend, ask questions, and explore the programs and resources available to help navigate changing trade conditions.

Register for your preferred session here 👉 https://feddev-ontario.canada.ca/en/funding-southern-ontario/regional-tariff-response-initiative-southern-ontario-information-sessions

Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce Peterborough & The Kawarthas Home Builders Association Emma Harrison Kawartha Manufacturers Association The City of Peterborough Women's Business Network of Peterborough Ontario Small Business CT Prime Minister of Canada Dave Smith David Piccini

09/18/2026

Last Chance! Applied AI for Manufacturing is on Wednesday, Sept 23rd. Free for members. Bring your team!

Get started with AI tools and discover how to apply them to your business to save time and money.

Get ready to dive into practical AI tips that’ll boost your manufacturing game without the tech headache.

09/07/2026

Great conversations for members to discuss HR best practices and companies who may have staff available for future hire and a potential match to another company. A win-win in our community. Send an email to [email protected] to find out more.

Address

Peterborough, ON

Telephone

+17057430777

Website

http://thekma.com/

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