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2 days ago
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Shad Canada Marks 45 Years of Impact With New Report: A Blueprint for Canada's Innovation Economy
WATERLOO, Ontario, June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In celebration of Innovation Week, Shad Canada is proud to release its 45 Years of Impact report, a milestone reflection on the national program's legacy of empowering the next generation of Canadian innovators. Since 1980, Shad has transformed the lives of over 24,000 high school students through immersive, hands-on STEAM and entrepreneurship programs delivered across 30 post-secondary campuses and online. The report launch comes at a pivotal time. This week's OECD Economic Survey issued a stark warning: Canada's productivity is faltering, with GDP growth projected to slow to just 1% in 2025, and long-standing issues like weak investment, internal trade barriers, and labour market frictions must be addressed urgently. As the OECD notes, future prosperity hinges on policies that boost innovation and workforce readiness—exactly the kind of skills Shad is cultivating in the next generation. In a moment of economic uncertainty, investing in youth talent isn't just the right thing to do—it's essential to Canada's long-term competitiveness. 'For 45 years, Shad has proven that early investment in young people yields long-term impact,' says Tim Jackson, President and CEO of Shad Canada. 'The students who walk through our doors become the engineers, researchers, founders, and changemakers who strengthen Canada's economy and solve real-world problems. As the demands of the workforce continue to shift, Shad is not just keeping pace—we're preparing youth to lead.' With 93% of participants recommending the program, and 91% saying it improved their critical thinking, Shad is building a generation that's equipped with the soft and technical skills employers value most. From AI and cybersecurity to clean tech and sustainable agriculture, Shad alumni are emerging as leaders in high-impact fields. Crucially, Shad is committed to building inclusive learning environments where students from all backgrounds—especially those underrepresented in STEM—can succeed. Through partnerships with organizations such as Pathways to Education and dedicated Black and Indigenous student outreach strategies, Shad ensures that excellence is accessible to all. 'If Canada wants to compete globally, we need to invest in the kind of leadership that doesn't just fill jobs but drives innovation,' adds Jackson. 'Shad is not just preparing students for post-secondary—it's preparing them to lead our communities, our companies, and our country into the future.' Alongside this Impact Report Shad will launch a national awareness campaign spotlighting alumni stories, partnerships, and community impact, underscoring how bold investments in youth today are shaping Canada's economy tomorrow. For 45 years, Shad Canada has equipped thousands of high school students—many from underrepresented and rural communities—with the skills, confidence, and networks to lead in STEAM, entrepreneurship, and innovation. With over 24,000 alumni, the program continues to deliver what Canada needs most: adaptable, collaborative, creative problem-solvers ready to shape the future. For more information contact Jennifer RossVice President, Marketing, Communications and RecruitmentShad CanadaJennifer@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
News.com.au
4 days ago
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- News.com.au
‘Thanks Trump': Aussie beef exports explode amid trade war
Australian beef has been replacing US products on the shelves in Chinese supermarkets as the two economic superpowers continue their trade war. Beijing and Washington in recent days accused each other of violating a truce in the tit-for-tat tariff regime sparked by Donald Trump's 'Liberation Day' announcement in April. Now a video posted to X has shown how trade tensions have changed things on the ground in China, where American beef stocks have virtually disappeared. In the video, a local speaking in English shows a shelf stocked full of Australian beef where US products used to be found. 'I guess I'm having Australian beef for dinner tonight,' she said. 'Instead of American beef. 'And honestly because of the food quality, I probably trust Australian beef better. 'And this box of beef right here is 50 RMB which is about $7 USD (AU$10.82). 'So to answer the question, China ain't hurting. And if anything I think we're probably doing even better because now that we have better beef that tastes better and at a better price. 'So thank you Trump for that.' Data from Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) has tracked a significant increase in grain-fed beef exports into China so far this year. There were 21,885 tonnes shipped in February and March — up nearly 40 per cent on the same period last year – and in April China bought a third of the record 37,000 tonnes exported in a single month. MLA's global supply analyst Tim Jackson has said Australia's export volumes were high because of record supply levels. He was more hesitant, however, to attribute the huge intake from China to the ongoing trade war. 'It's difficult to say at the moment, these are fairly early figures and we'd need to wait for more information to come out and get a better understanding of that trade dynamic,' he told the ABC. But there have been reports that the US$1.6 billion trade (AU$2.5 billion) of American beef to China has been effectively halted by the reciprocal tariffs, which until last month sat at 145 per cent and 125 per cent respectively. The US Meat Federation said in April that 'the majority of US beef production is now ineligible for China' due to trade restrictions. 'This impasse definitely hit our March beef shipments harder and the severe impact will continue until China lives up to its commitments under the Phase One Economic and Trade Agreement.' At the time, global meat analyst Brett Stuart told the ABC that Australia was 'now the lone supplier of high-quality white fat marbled beef into China'. '(US beef) sales to China have fallen to zero … and not only is the market now closed based on the March 16 production date, but the combined retaliation tariffs by China now take the tariff on US beef to 116 per cent, a level that will quickly halt trade.' The US remains a huge market for Australian beef and imported more of the product (37,213 tonnes) than China (21,572 tonnes) in the month of April. A 90-day trade war truce was struck between the US and China on May 12, with tariffs reduced to 30 per cent and 10 per cent respectively. However, both nations have recently accused the other of undermining the agreement. US President Mr Trump on Friday claimed Beijing had 'totally violated its agreement with us', before China hit back this week, saying Washington had 'seriously undermined' the deal. Trump, Xi will 'likely' talk this week Mr Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will likely hold a long-awaited call later this week, the White House said on Monday, as trade tensions between the world's two largest economies escalate. Trump reignited strains with China last week when he accused the world's second-largest economy of violating a deal that had led both countries to reduce massive tit-for-tat tariffs temporarily. 'The two leaders will likely talk this week,' Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters outside the West Wing when asked whether Mr Trump and Mr Xi would speak. Mr Trump and Xi have yet to have any confirmed contact more than five months since the Republican returned to power, despite frequent claims by the US president that a call is imminent. Trump even said in a Time Magazine interview in April that Xi had called him - but Beijing insisted that there had been no call recently. Stock markets around the world mostly declined on Monday as tensions between the US and China resurfaced.
Epoch Times
12-05-2025
- Business
- Epoch Times
Global Demand for Australian Beef Surges During US-China Tariff War
Australian beef exports hit a new record in April amid the ongoing tariff war between the United States and China. According to This was an increase of 21 percent compared to the same period last year and the highest volume for April on record. North America continued to be Australia's largest market for beef products, with the United States importing 37,213 tonnes (up 37 percent) and Canada 3,322 tonnes (up 40 percent). In addition, grain-fed beef exports reached 37,037 tonnes, up 27 percent compared to April 2024 and the highest monthly volume ever recorded. The MLA said Australian producers had been steadily developing their grain-fed beef supply for decades, and this increase in supply streamed into overall exports, lifting the whole sector. Related Stories 4/7/2025 4/8/2025 China became the largest export market for Australian grain-fed beef, buying 62 percent more, or 12,151 tonnes, in April. Meanwhile, Japan and South Korea also continued to show strong demand for Australian grain-fed beef as they imported 9,918 tonnes (down 8 percent) and 6,882 tonnes (up 46 percent), respectively, during the month. Tim Jackson, a global supply analyst at MLA, previously said Australia continued to enjoy a strong reputation as a reliable supplier of high-quality red meat. 'The global supply landscape was favourable for Australia, with beef exports from the United States easing as the American cattle herd reached a 72-year low following years of drought,' he said. 'Global economic pressures continue to affect consumer confidence. However, high levels of trust and an industry-wide dedication to quality has driven demand for Australian red meat internationally.' US Beef Exports to China Halt According to This was because the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) did not renew export registrations for several American beef facilities whose registrations expired in March. U.S. Meat Export Federation, a peak industry body, also stated that U.S. beef exports to China had stopped due to Beijing's prohibitive duties of 147 percent. Following the Trump administration's decision to raise U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods to 145 percent on April 10, the CCP retaliated by increasing tariffs on U.S. imports to 'Shipments already in the pipeline can still clear without the extra 125 percent tariff, provided they shipped before April 10 and arrive in China by May 13,' USMEF President and CEO 'But new business has been effectively halted until there is a de-escalation of the U.S.-China trade impasse.' In a recent development, U.S. President Donald Trump hinted at reducing the tariff on Chinese goods from 145 percent to
ABC News
10-05-2025
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- ABC News
Australian beef surges into China and United States during trade war
Australia exported more than 127,000 tonnes of beef last month, a record for April. The biggest customer was the United States (37,213 tonnes), followed by China (21,572 tonnes). The record month for Australia comes as beef exports from the United States to China have ground to a halt. However, many analysts feel it is too early to attribute Trump tariffs and trade wars to the noticeable uptick in exports. Meat and Livestock Australia's global supply analyst, Tim Jackson, said the surge in export volumes was fundamentally because of record supply. "Last year we saw record beef exports and record beef production [in Australia] and we are well-positioned to achieve that again this year," he said. Australia's feedlot sector is also on the rise, and last month the nation exported more than 37,000 tonnes of grain-fed beef — which is a record for any month. China bought one-third of that product and so far this year has imported about 42,000 tonnes of grain-fed beef from Australia, up 36 per cent on the same period last year. Mr Jackson was reluctant to say how much of a role the trade war between the US and China had played. "It's difficult to say at the moment, these are fairly early figures and we'd need to wait for more information to come out and get a better understanding of that trade dynamic," he said. According to Global Agritrends, beef exports from the United States to China have dried up and Chinese importers recently cancelled orders for 5,500 tonnes. It is reporting that other international markets have "absorbed the lost Chinese volumes" with South Korea and Japan in particular buying big. Meanwhile, cattle flooded into southern saleyards of Australia this week as the dry weather forced producers to sell. There was a record yarding at Wagga Wagga on Monday of nearly 8,700 head. The national livestock reporting service described it as "an unprecedented influx of cattle that surprised agents". "The surge in numbers is primarily attributed to ongoing water issues and a lack of feed, which have forced many farmers to sell, with some farmers having no choice but to commence liquidating their cow herds," wrote market reporter Leann Dax. "Agents in Wagga expect this trend to continue as conditions remain dire." Nearly 10,000 head of cattle are booked in for sale at Wagga on Monday. At Wodonga on Thursday about 6,200 head were penned, which was a record yarding for May. Speaking to ABC Landline, livestock agent Katie Lewis said prices held firm thanks to demand from feedlots and producers further north who have green grass. "A lot of farmers that went through the process of feeding livestock last year have decided they're not doing it again this year," she said. "A lot of people have decided to bite the bullet, the money is good and they've decided to sell early. "There's been good support from our friends in the north who have had a cracking start to the year and are here today buying, so the energy at the sale has been really positive." The national cattle indicators eased across the board this week, including the processor cow indicator falling 22 cents a kilogram to reach its lowest level of the year. Watch ABC TV's Landline at 12:30pm on Sunday or on ABC iview.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
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Session Preview: 2025 Food Safety Summit
Eight Key Sessions on Traceability, Sanitation, AI, Allergen Management, Alarm Fatigue, Recall Modernization, and the Town Hall to be Live-Streamed ROSEMONT, IL / / April 30, 2025 / Anticipation is building for the 2025 Food Safety Summit, taking place May 12-15 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. There's still time to register and join food safety professionals from every sector of the supply chain-including production, manufacturing, packaging, distribution, and retail foodservice-for this premier industry event. Attendees can expect unmatched networking opportunities, hands-on learning, and direct access to some of the most influential thought leaders in food safety today. Below is a preview of eight key sessions among the Summit's 27 expert-led presentations. These timely and technical discussions will be available both in person and via livestream, with on-demand access following the event. All times are Central Time (CT). 1. Traceability Next Steps-Supply Chain Implementation (Tues, 5/13 - 8:30 - 11:30 am CT)This in-depth workshop will guide attendees through the practical "how-to" of implementing and sustaining traceability across the food supply chain. Topics include plan development, cross-sector insights, supply chain implementation strategies, and updates on the regulatory Tim Jackson, Ph.D. (FDA); Kathleen O'Donnell (Wegmans)Panelists Include: Christopher Waldrop (FDA); Michael Lookup (Wegmans); Patrick Guzzle (National Restaurant Association); Natasha Bangel-Askren (Taylor Farms); Hilary Thesmar, Ph.D. (FMI); Roberta Wagner (International Dairy Foods Association); Rosalind Zils (Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition); Mike Williams (The Wendy's Company); Richard Ryan and Amy Behm (GS1)Sponsored by: SafetyChain. Register here for virtual access. 2. Effective Sanitation Basics (Tues, 5/13 - 3:00 - 5:00 pm CT) Sanitation is fundamental to food safety. This session will walk participants through the basics of effective sanitation practices, routine and non-routine cleaning protocols, monitoring systems, data stream utilization, and root cause Sharon Birkett, James Davis (OSI Group); Scott Oakland (Hormel); Eric Ewert (Kraft Heinz)Sponsored by: Meritech. Register here for virtual access 3. Finished Product Testing Isn't the Answer (Wed, 5/14 - 8:00 - 9:00 am CT) Explore the limitations of finished product testing and learn why a proactive, systems-based approach is more effective. The session will cover environmental monitoring, microbial analysis, and strategies for setting practical specifications and engaging customers in meaningful safety Sharon Beals (SKKB); Peter Taormina, Ph.D. (Etna Consulting Group); Donna F. Schaffner (Food Safety and Training Consultant); Jennifer Williams, M.S. (JW Consulting LLC)Sponsored by: LABPLAS. Register here for virtual access 4. Leveraging AI for a Safer Today and Tomorrow (Wed, 5/14 - 2:45 - 4:15 pm CT) Discover how artificial intelligence is already improving food safety-from farms to retail shelves. Learn how AI supports data-informed decisions, enhances FSMS programs, and contributes to safer produce and operational risk Steven A. Lyon, Ph.D.; Purni Wickramasinghe, Ph.D. (Chick-fil-A); Drew McDonald (Taylor Farms)Sponsored by: Trustwell Register here for virtual access 5. Recall Modernization Initiatives with the Consumer in Mind (Wed, 5/14 - 2:45 - 4:15 pm CT)This session examines how industry and regulatory leaders are accelerating the modernization of FDA's recall system to better protect Darin Detwiler, Ph.D., LP.D., (Detwiler Consulting Group LLC); Donald A. Prater, D.V.M. (FDA); Hilary Thesmar, Ph.D. (FMI); Amy Philpott (Philpott PR Solutions LLC)Sponsored by: Vector Solutions. Register here for virtual access. 6. Proven Practices for Allergen Management (Wed, 5/14 - 4:15 - 5:30 pm CT)Learn practical, proven strategies for allergen control-covering raw material sourcing, cleaning validation, and labeling best practices to ensure product Monica Khoury (Nestlé), Phil Johnson, Ph.D. (FARRP); Scott Hegenbart (Conagra)Sponsored by: Hardy Diagnostics Register here for virtual access 7. Alarm Fatigue: Ensuring Food Safety Through Smart Alerts (Thurs 5/15 - 8:00 - 9:00 am CT) This session addresses the risks of alarm fatigue in temperature monitoring systems and how to ensure alarms support-not hinder-food safety. Topics include optimal threshold settings, response protocols, and integrating technology with human Ben Chapman, Ph.D. (NC State); Robert Prevendar (Yum! Brands); Matt Jenkins (McDonald's)Sponsored by: Testo. Register here for virtual access 8. Town Hall: A Candid Dialogue on the Future of Food Safety (Thurs, 5/15 -9:15- 10:30 am CT)Join senior leaders from FDA, USDA FSIS, AFDO, and CDC (invited) in a dynamic discussion on regulatory updates, innovation, and key challenges facing the future of food Gillian Kelleher (Kelleher Consultants)Panelists: Kyle Diamantas (FDA); Denise Eblen, Ph.D. (USDA-FSIS); Steven Mandernach (AFDO); Megin Nichols, D.V.M. (CDC, invited)Sponsored by: MilliporeSigma. Register here for virtual access The Food Safety Summit is a comprehensive, solutions-focused event for the entire food industry. Join in person or via livestream to stay ahead of emerging risks, connect with peers and experts, and bring actionable insights back to your organization. Register for the in-person event and live streaming session at: Conference passes include access to half-day workshops, 27 in-depth sessions, the Keynote and Town Hall, networking receptions, lunch in the Exhibit Hall, over 200 solution providers, Solutions Stage and Tech Tent education, and NEHA continuing education credits. The Food Safety Summit is owned and produced by Food Safety Magazine ( and BNP Media ( a leading B2B media company serving professionals across more than 60 industries. # # # For further information, contact:Amy Riemer, Media Relations 978-502-4895amy@ SOURCE: Food Safety Summit View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
