QSA's Week in Manufacturing (#15, 2025)
Carbon tax debate; plastic packaging tax controversy; Ontario's mineral development act; workplace safety fine.

Good morning! Welcome back to Queen Street Analytics' weekly roundup of regulatory developments, legislative discussions, political announcements and other government-related news concerning manufacturing, e.g. textile and apparel, chemical, electronics, wood and paper, metals, plastics and rubber, packaging, and machining.
Every Monday, we break down the most important updates in this space in under five minutes.
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Start Date: 2025-04-13
End Date: 2025-04-19
Provincial Announcements
Ontario Unleashing Economic Potential of Critical Mineral and Resource Development
Ontario introduces the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025 to cut red tape and expedite critical mineral and resource projects, aiming to make Ontario the most competitive G7 economy.
Sources: Provincial Announcement: news.ontario.ca
Workplace Injury Results in $65,000 Fine for Waterloo Company
Valley Blades Limited was fined $65,000 after a workplace injury in Waterloo, Ontario, due to failure to enforce safety regulations concerning loose clothing and machinery.
Sources: Provincial Announcement: news.ontario.ca