TORONTO—

 The Digital imaging Association’s (DIA’s) Annual Owners Christmas Luncheon & General Meeting, to be held Wednesday, December 6, 2023, in Toronto, will examine the Artificial Intelligence revolution, how it’s changing the print industry, and how it’s destined to make a huge impact in the future of Print. Keynote speaker David Rosendahl, President & Co-Founder of MindFire, will discuss how AI and printers can work together for future success.This year’s annual meeting will take place Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at The Boulevard Club, 1491 Lakeshore Blvd. West in Toronto.

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Canon VarioPrint ix1700 B3 sheetfed inkjet press; and the LabelStream LS2000 water-based inkjet label press – a first for the company. The VarioPrint ix1700 prints 170 A4 images per minute, or 73 B3 images. It offers auto-duplexing and a raft of technologies and features for ease of operation, including a new registration correction mechanism and air feeding system.The printhead features an ink circulation system that was described as “unique”. Resolution is 2,400x1,200pdi. The press can print onto standard uncoated and coated stocks.

SHAWINIGAN, QUEBEC—

MANHATTAN, NEW YORK—

 Penguin Random House has recently announced that it is moving its book production to 100% recycled paper. The shift will take place in a phased manner and has already begun. Penguin sources 100% recycled paper from paper mills, and it was developed with careful observations that meet Penguin’s paper and production standards.

EDMONTON—

  Burke Group has announce the successful acquisition of Capital Colour Press and Priority Printing, in the Edmonton market. This strategic move marks another significant milestone for Burke Group, as it combines the strengths of all three companies to provide an unparalleled level of excellence and innovation to clients.

CHICAGO—

 Some of the consequences of greenwashing are obvious.  Clearly, unsubstantiated environmental claims mislead consumers, often causing them to take actions they would not otherwise consider. Research has shown that when people see and hear unsubstantiated claims over and over again, they start to believe them as true. A 2022 study showed that among public who had repeatedly seen “go green, go paperless” and similar claims from their banks, utility companies and other services providers,

SAINTE-AGATHE-DES-MONTS, QC,—

 Printers of short run game boards and banners has closed its doors. Only started in 2021 by Stéphane Fournier, creator of the game The Reward (La Récompense).Stéphane Fournier has a background in printing and media. The size of the operation or number of employees is not know. The website has been taken down. There is a bankruptcy

NORTH YORK (TORONTO)—

 Godin Productions is the first printer in Canada to install the Tauro H3300 UHS with a fully automated unloading system. The highly productive, hybrid large-format inkjet printer, Godin extends its manufacturing capabilities. The heavy-duty, ruggedly built Tauro H3300 UHS easily handles extreme workloads, multiple-shift operations, and 24/7 printing.

BRAMPTON, ONTARIO—

 DATA Communications Management (DCM) reported its third quarter 2023 financial results. This is the second quarterly report including Moore Canada (RR Donnelley Canada). Highlights include: revenue up +93.6% vs. Q3 2022 to $122.7 million, gross profit up +52.4% vs. Q3 2022 to $30.3 million, total net debt of $95.4 million at quarter-end, down 32% since the April close of the MCC acquisition. DCM raises guidance on expected merger synergies of $30-$35 million over the next 18-24 months.

OTTAWA—

 Negotiations process begins for Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers. Canada Post has received notices to bargain from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW). This officially kicks off the negotiations process for new collective agreements with CUPW’s two bargaining units. Canada Post’s two collective agreements with CUPW are set to expire on December 31, 2023 (Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers) and January 31, 2024 (Urban Postal Operations).