Steelhaus Technologies Inc., as an employer, pleaded guilty on July 30 in the Calgary Court of Justice to one count under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code for failing to provide safeguards if a worker could come into contact with moving parts of equipment or machinery. The company was fined $125,000 including the 20 per cent victim fine surcharge. The Crown withdrew eight other counts. The charges stem from an incident that occurred at the company’s Calgary manufacturing facility on May 27, 2023. A worker was seriously injured while using a computer numerical control lathe to do finishing polishing work. Both the company and the Crown have up to 30 days to appeal the conviction or penalties. Alberta’s OHS laws set basic health and safety rules for workplaces across the province. They provide guidance for employers to help them ensure their workplaces are as healthy and safe as possible while providing rights and protections for workers. Charges under OHS laws may be lai
The Canadian West Swine Health Intelligence Network (CWSHIN) plays a critical role in safeguarding swine health across Western Canada. By collecting, analyzing, and sharing real-time disease intelligence from veterinarians, producers, and laboratories, CWSHIN helps identify emerging threats early and supports a rapid, coordinated response. This collaborative network enhances animal health, supports industry sustainability, and strengthens the entire pork value chain through proactive disease surveillance and communication. How Does CWSHIN Work? The Canadian West Swine Health Intelligence Network (CWSHIN) operates as a collaborative early warning system for swine health in Western Canada. It brings together swine veterinarians, producers, laboratories, and industry partners to share timely information on disease trends and emerging health issues. Here’s how the system works: Data Collection Swine veterinarians across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and British Columbia voluntarily r
Canadian crops like wheat and canola have lower carbon footprints than global competitors due to better soil management, with emissions from production and transport being significantly lower.
Blackleg can impact canola yield and quality. Scouting for blackleg before swathing, using an integrated management approach, can reduce losses and help maintain resistance.
Salford Group, a global leader in high-quality application and tillage equipment, has appointed Kevin Hallahan as Vice President, Sales & Marketing. In this role, Kevin will lead Salford’s global sales and marketing, while continuing the company’s focus on creating outstanding customer value. Kevin officially started in this position July 07, 2025.
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Government of Canada Work-Sharing Program can help Employers avoid job cutting
The Work-Sharing Program (WSP) is designed to help employers and workers avert temporary layoffs. The program provides income support to workers eligible for Employment Insurance benefits and who are willing to work a temporary reduced work week when there is a reduction in the normal level of business activity that is beyond the control of the employer.
Visit the site shown below to read more about the program and eligibility criteria.
http://www.canadabusiness.ca/servlet/ContentServer?cid=1081944193860&lang=en&pagename=CBSC_FE%2Fdisplay&c=Services
Visit the OPIC website (www.opic.on.ca) and click on publications to see the Financial Resources and Support Services brochures that have been developed by OMAFRA for various regions across Southern Ontario.
Hard copies of these brochures as well as brochures for Northern Ontario Regions are available at the OMAFRA resource centers across the province.