Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)

What they're asking for

In the registry's own words. Descriptions are only filed for meetings since mid-2024.

1. Policy initiatives and funding opportunities in support of skills development and reskilling in advanced manufacturing

   August 17, 2026 · Patty Hajdu · Liberal · Employment and Training; Industry; Labour; Regional Development; Science and Technology

2. Policies and programs with respect to AI applications in manufacturing.

   July 30, 2026 · Evan Solomon · Liberal · Government Procurement; Industry; International Trade; Science and Technology; Small Business

3. Policy initiatives, programs, and funding opportunities related to the development of international innovation partnerships, commercialization, and investment opportunities in the field of advanced manufacturing

   April 20, 2026 · Raquel Dancho · Conservative · Industry; Intellectual Property; International Trade; Science and Technology; Research and Development

4. Policies and programs related to defence procurement

   April 1, 2026 · Stephen Fuhr · Liberal · Government Procurement; Industry; Science and Technology; Small Business; Research and Development

5. Policies, programs, and funding opportunities related to advanced manufacturing.

   March 30, 2026 · Karim Bardeesy · Liberal · Industry; Science and Technology

6. Adoption, commercialization, and governance around Artificial Intelligence.

   March 9, 2026 · Ben Carr · Liberal · Industry; Intellectual Property; Science and Technology; Economic Development

7. Engaging with federal officials at Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) and related departments regarding the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) Policy and Program, including potential roles for Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) in supporting ITB-eligible innovation, supply chain, and workforce development activities involving Canadian manufacturers, technology firms, and SMEs.

   January 12, 2026 · Karim Bardeesy · Liberal · Employment and Training; Government Procurement; Industry; Intellectual Property; Regional Development

8. Renewing funding of the Global Innovation Cluster Initiative delivered by ISED Canada after the program expires.

   October 27, 2025 · Raquel Dancho · Conservative · Industry; Intellectual Property; Science and Technology; Economic Development

9. Programs and funding opportunities related to supporting Canada's industrial presence at Hannover Messe, the world's largest advanced manufacturing trade show, as well as at other international events.

   October 27, 2025 · Raquel Dancho · Conservative · Government Procurement; Industry; International Trade; Science and Technology; Small Business

10. Programs and funding opportunities related to supporting Canada's industrial presence at Hannover Messe, the world's largest advanced manufacturing trade show.

    November 4, 2024 · Andrew Scheer · Conservative · Industry; International Trade; Science and Technology

Full meeting log

29 MP-directed communications since January 2024, from the Registry of Lobbyists.