Issue 27 - June 2025
In this issue:
June 2025 - Message from Your CAMA President
Jim Jackson, President
Looking Ahead
As we enjoy the summer months, I want to take a moment to thank each of you for being part of our growing CAMA community. Whether you’ve been a long-time member or just joined us recently, your support helps strengthen and shape the future of our industry.
A Beautiful Day for Golf
Thank you to all you came out and supported the 2025 Golf Tournament, held at the Royal Woodbine Golf Course on June 11th.
Taxation Beyond Borders: Impact on Canada From US Tariffs
Andrew Smith, Complete Purchasing Services Inc.It has been a rocky start to the year between Canada and the US and as a result there is a heightened awareness both from consumers and businesses on where they choose to spend their dollars and what companies they support. While there is a big push towards “buying Canadian,” it’s important to recognize that doesn’t only mean supporting Canadian-owned brands.
CAMA Show 2026
Exhibitor Opportunities Now Open!
Help Shape Our Response
Uncertainty in international trade is becoming a growing concern for many businesses across Canada. With new tariffs under discussion and others already in effect, our industry is feeling the pressure. From rising costs to shifting supply chains and changing customer expectations, both short and long term trade disruption may have far-reaching consequences.
Your voice matters.
Coffee Corner: Product of Canada? Made in Canada? “Proudly Canadian”?
Jeffrey Schiller, National Accounts Manager, Heritage CoffeeOver the years all of us involved in the Office Coffee Industry, and indeed the coffee industry as a whole, have witnessed the significant evolution of coffee trends. Now we all face, the newly popular and sometimes daunting “Made in Canada" Trend.
Financing with U-Select-It
U-Select-ItAre you looking for a simple way to grow your vending machine business? Right now, get 100% financing with no payments for 90 days (WAC) and boost your revenue without affecting your cash flow.
Host Milano 2025 Hosted Buyer Program
CAMAOver 1,700 exhibitors from 54 countries are already confirmed. CAMA Members have only a limited time left to apply for the Hosted Buyer Program, which includes flights, accommodation and more.
Health and safety at a distance: how to keep lone workers safe
Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS)As a WSPS Consultant, Troy Nel spends much of his time travelling to remote locations by car to deliver training. He is one of thousands of Canadians who work alone, some or all the time, without direct supervision on or off the worksite. They may deliver services and products to homes or businesses, work alone after hours, work at home, or travel to geographically remote areas.
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