Annex Business Media: Podcasts

Protocase is a custom sheet metal, precision-machined parts and 3D printing solutions parts manufacturer. Cofounder Doug Milburn joined to discuss AI, tariffs and defence.

Adam Ward joins Canadian Pizza editor Colleen Cross us in a podcast to talk about love, resilience and creativity. Ward is head chef and co-owner with Sasha Warunkiewicz of Hooray For Pizza Day located inside the Comedy Bar Danforth in Toronto. The path that led to this business model and success is unique and inspiring. Adam achieved second-place honours in the Canadian Pizza Chef of the Year competition in Toronto for his innovative pan-style take on Hawaiian pizza.

Join CFI editor Andrew Snook and Chris Duncan, MNP’s Northern B.C. regional managing partner and national leader of forestry and forest products services, as they discuss the many challenges the industry faced in 2025 and the road ahead towards a more prosperous 2026. Topics include navigating U.S. tariffs and duties; access to affordable fibre; a new Softwood Lumber Agreement; expanding markets for Canadian wood products; adoption of AI and automation; the growth of mass timber products; a new logging formula; and wildfire challenges and opportunities. Sponsored by MNP, this episode offers a must-listen year-end review and outlook for Canada’s forest sector. Have an idea for a podcast episode? Email CFI editor Andrew Snook at: asnook@annexbusinessmedia.com.

East West Manufacturing is a design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions company. Their CEO and Co-Founder Scott Ellyson joined CMO to discuss changing supply chains, tariffs, and the Canadian manufacturing industry.

MQuip is an industrial vacuum manufacturer operating in North America out of Burlington, Ont. The founders sat down to discuss their journey, challenges, and where they’re headed next amid tariff challenges and new market opportunities. Regards,

As the Canadian fitness, spa and wellness markets continue to grow, so too does the demand for smarter physical security solutions. In this episode, Brandon Perkins, business development leader at Salto Systems, shares how fitness and wellness facilities can use technology to create a seamless experience for their users and members.

Access management is not just a security measure – it’s a strategic business function that impacts both innovation and operational efficiency for businesses of all sizes. In this episode, Vasili Kourelos, lead of the Eastern Canada business unit for Salto North America, explores the different types, benefits and drawbacks of access management systems, addressing security considerations, misconceptions and future trends. 

Iversoft is a Canadian software company that builds custom solutions across industries, and industry executive Matt Strentse sits down with Canadian Manufacturing to talk about some of the misconceptions, pitfalls and opportunities that are possible as manufacturers consider investments during a trade war.

From government use to access control, biometrics and facial recognition technology hold great potential to revolutionize security systems. In this episode, Jeremy Sneller, managing director of Salto Vision Works, dives into this fascinating technology, with real-world success stories and a glimpse at exciting future trends.

EECOL is an electrical solutions provider that’s recently acquired ISS, an industrial software company, to expand its portfolio and offer a stronger solution to its customers. EECOL is hoping to expand into Ont. in 2025, and through an automation-backed solution, is hoping to stay competitive amid trade uncertainties.

Join CFI editor Jennifer Ellson and Chris Duncan, partner and national leader of forestry and forest products at MNP, as they unpack the forest industry’s biggest challenges and successes of 2024 and look ahead to 2025. Topics include shifting markets, labour shortages, the threat of U.S. tariffs, rising fibre costs, and the impacts of wildfires and storms. They also explore how AI, automation, and sustainability trends are shaping the future, alongside key takeaways from BC’s 2024 election and recent regulatory changes. Sponsored by MNP, this episode offers a must-listen year-end review and outlook for Canada’s forest sector. Stream now on SoundCloud. Have a topic idea? Email Jennifer at jellson@annexbusinessmedia.com.

Canadian healthcare facilities have seen great strides when it comes to modernizing access control. From early wired systems to seamless technology, access control technology has far-reaching effect to staff and patients alike, with benefits spanning across the entire healthcare system. In this episode, Kyle Pfeiffer, healthcare industry leader at Salto Systems, reviews the evolution of security in medical facilities.

Avnan is a global electronics engineering and manufacturing company specializing in custom design and manufacturing solutions for OEMs. The business provides end-to-end services in custom electronic product design, contract manufacturing and custom component sourcing. The company serves a number of industries such as HVAC, home appliances, renewable energy, telematics and building automation.

Visitor management systems have evolved from sticker nametags and sign-in sheets to robust platforms to track visitor access to a location. Dan Nohr, Solutions Development Engineer and North American Product Manager for Visitor Management Systems at Salto, shares insights about how visitor management systems can help enhance security, improve efficiency and support compliance and regulations.

Software-defined manufacturing (SDM)offers a way to organizations to better orchestrate work between man and machine and kickstart the long game of effective technology investment to future-proof IT and OT operations. It has the potential to help manufacturers address challenges, satisfy customer needs and create competitive advantage. In this episode of Machine Language, Tim Gaus, Smart Manufacturing Leader at Deloitte, joins us to discuss how software-defined manufacturing can be a game changer. He explains why Software-Defined Manufacturing (SDM) is gaining traction in the manufacturing industry, how it helps manufacturers create smart factories, its key benefits, how it can address long-term issues such as supply chain challenges and more.

With hemp (or red state weed) thriving in the United States and marijuana still stigmatized, the 2024 election could redefine the future of the North American cannabis industry. Denver attorney Bob Hoban and Vancouver lawyer Rob Laurie explore the implications on both sides of the border. Sponsored by Quality Horticulture

Join cultivators Patrick Pagé of Great White North Growers and Mehgan Race Widdison of Mauve et Herbes as they share their commercial agriculture experiences in Quebec. Hear how their unique lifestyle, commitment to the craft and camaraderie with fellow growers propels the industry forward, creating a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in Canadian cannabis.

Groupe Marcelle is a Canadian manufacturer of cosmetics, with a supply chain spanning the globe. They are continuing on an Industry 4.0 journey, and the CEO David Cape sits down to talk about how the company has evolved over the years, and where it’s headed next in the world of cosmetics manufacturing.

Want to hear inspiring stories from women who are breaking barriers in the construction industry? Tune into this episode of Direct & Current to learn about the Ontario Building and Construction Tradeswomen’s new Speakers’ Bureau. Host Anthony Capkun is joined by Kate Walsh to talk about this exciting initiative that connects organizations with skilled tradeswomen ready to share their experiences. From electricians and carpenters to boilermakers and beyond, these women are passionate about inspiring the next generation of tradespeople. Discover how the Speakers’ Bureau is helping to change perceptions about women in the skilled trades and providing a platform for these remarkable individuals to share their journeys. Whether you’re a student, educator, business leader or event planner, you’ll want to know more about OBCT’s Speakers’ Bureau.

A lot has changed in the world of law enforcement since the 1980s. Mike Callaghan, who recently retired as the Chief of the Belleville Police Service, left public safety with over 38 years of policing experience. In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, editor Brittani Schroeder sat down with Callaghan to look back at his incredible career, and to see what has changed for police most over the last four decades. We hope you enjoy this special podcast episode, dedicated to celebrating Blue Line’s 35th anniversary.