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Our Mission

Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) is Canada's largest trade and industry association.

We represent businesses in all sectors of manufacturing and exporting activity across Canada. Our mandate is to promote the competitiveness of Canadian manufacturers and the success of Canada's goods and services exporters in markets around the world. We focus on the issues that are most critical to our members: manufacturing competitiveness, US business opportunities, international markets, people and skills, energy and the environment. Their challenges are our priorities.

Our mission is to help Canadian manufacturers and exporters compete and win in domestic and global markets by leveraging our leadership, expertise,  connections, and the strengths of our membership.

Our Vision

Canadian manufacturers and exporters setting world benchmarks for competitive performance, innovation and growth in domestic and global markets.

Our Values

  • Leadership
  • Excellence in customer service
  • Commitment and accountability
  • Respect for the individual
  • Open communication and teamwork
  • Continuous improvement
  • Sharing in success


Canadian Manufacturers' Association (CMA) was given Dominion Charter (Act of Parliament) to carry on business on May 15, 1902. Today, CME maintains this Charter and is the only association in Canada with the powers that this grants including the power to hold official hearings.

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