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A key to your success in the world’s ag equipment markets

Introducing AMC

As President of AMC, I’m proud to represent a dynamic community of innovators shaping the future of agricultural manufacturingin Canada. Our members are

the driving force behind the technologies and equipment that feed the world – and the ideas that strengthen our rural and urban economies alike.

AMC is powered by its members. Together, we set the agenda, tackle challenges, and create opportunities that make our industry stronger. If you’re ready to join a network that champions

A Word from Our Members

“AMC is the voice of our industry in bringing issues forward to the federal and provincial governments on behalf of its membership. The message from a national body like AMC carries weight that would be more difficult to achieve if we each attempted the same on our own. Knowing that AMC is advocating on our behalf allows us to focus on what we are good at – designing and manufacturing farm machinery. Being an AMC member has also given our team the opportunity to network with

peers across Canada. We clearly see value in membership, having been with the organization since its inception.”

— Bob Cochran, Director – Highline Sales and Marketing, AMC Board Chair

“As an AMC member, we know we are not alone…Sometimes when you’re inside your business, you feel like you’re the only one in the world struggling to understand foreign exchange hedging or social media technologies, the only business struggling to find qualified employees or feeling unsure about extending financing

your success and speaks with one unified voice for Canadian agricultural manufacturing, then AMC is for you.

Consider this your personal invitation to connect with us –to discover how AMC can help your business grow, your voice be heard, and your impact extend across Canada and beyond.

Donna Boyd, President, AMC

to a customer overseas. But we know that whether we’re battling Canadian copyright legislation or concerned about the carbon tax, AMC has our back.”

Richelle Andreas, Chief Executive Officer, S3 Group Ltd.

“AMC has been a hub to bring members together and offer them strategic opportunities to grow their businesses domestically and internationally through collaboration, networking, and advocacy.”

Cor Lodder, Walinga Inc.

The Benefits of Belonging

For 55 years, AMC has united the Canadian agricultural manufacturing industry – from innovative start-ups to global industry leaders with annual revenues exceeding $1 billion. Together, we represent the full strength of Canada’s agricultural manufacturing sector.

As a member of AMC, you gain access to exclusive programs, insights, and connections that empower your business and elevate our entire industry.

One Voice. Strong Advocacy.

Your voice matters – and through AMC, it carries further.

We advocate on behalf of our members at every level of government to ensure the needs and priorities of agricultural

manufacturers are understood and acted upon. Guided by our Government Relations and Membership Committees, AMC provides every member with a platform to help shape the policies and decisions that impact our future.

With one unified voice, we influence change and protect the long-term success of agricultural manufacturing in Canada.

Driving Growth at Home and Abroad

AMC is the only national association exclusively dedicated to agricultural equipment manufacturers and their suppliers. Our reach extends far beyond Canada’s borders, connecting members to new opportunities and markets worldwide.

Driving Success for Our Members Strategic Priorities

AMC Cultivates Drive Opportunities for Growth

AMC Advocates

One United Voice for Our Industry

From facilitating trade missions to leading Canada’s presence at international events like Agritechnica, AMC helps members expand their footprint and strengthen their competitiveness on the global stage.

A Catalyst for Industry Leadership

The brightest minds in agricultural manufacturing are part of AMC. We bring leaders together through events, roundtables, and collaboration opportunities, where ideas flow and businesses grow.

Our mission is to create an environment where ideas thrive, partnerships form, and the future of agricultural manufacturing is built together.

AMC Collaborates

National Catalyst for Thought Leadership

Careers in Ag Building the Workforce of Tomorrow

Behind every great innovation in agriculture is a skilled, passionate person who made it possible. Through Careers in Ag, AMC is helping members find and develop the next generation of those innovators – the people who will shape the future of agricultural manufacturing in Canada.

With a growing network of 10 leading academic partners across the country, AMC is connecting student and graduates directly with member companies. Together, we’re building pathways that prepare work-ready candidates and strengthen the entire talent pipeline.

How Careers in Ag Supports AMC Members

➤ Unlimited Free Job Postings – Post as many positions as you need on careersinag.ca – at no cost to AMC members.

➤ Streamlined Recruitment Support – Send us your job description, and we’ll manage the posting and promotion for you.

➤ Pre-Screened Applications – We review and vet applicants to ensure you’re matched with qualified, motivated candidates.

➤ Strategic Academic Partnerships – Through collaborations with colleges, universities, and polytechnics nationwide, Careers in Ag is connecting employers with graduates ready to contribute on day one.

➤ National Awareness Campaigns – AMC showcases the exciting, technology-driven careers our industry offers – engaging both job seekers and educators.

Inspiring the Next Generation

Our Careers in Ag Mobile Skills Lab is taking that message on the road – visiting farm shows, post-secondary institutions, and events across Canada to ignite curiosity and introduce hands-on experiences in agricultural technology and manufacturing.

By sparking interest in people of all ages – many discovering the industry for the first time – AMC is helping ensure a vibrant and sustainable future workforce for our members.

Connecting Talent. Empowering Industry.

Careers in Ag is more than a recruitment platform – it’s a national movement uniting industry and education to build the skilled workforce Canadian agriculture needs to thrive.

Learn more: careersinag.ca

Post your jobs: careersinag@a-m-c.ca

Why Join AMC?

➤ Grow your business through powerful industry connections and opportunities.

➤ Be seen and heard – amplify your brand and your voice across Canada.

➤ Shape the future of agricultural manufacturing through unified advocacy.

➤ Access insight that matters – stay ahead with exclusive updates and intelligence.

➤ Collaborate and innovate with the brightest minds in the industry.

➤ Lead with purpose – contribute to a stronger, more competitive sector.

➤ Belong to something bigger – join the only association dedicated entirely to advancing Canadian

and growing, ranging from start‑ups to multi‑billion dollar companies MEMBERS

AMC members exported goods worth $2.8B to 153 countries in 2021

Dedicated exclusively to Agricultural Equipment Manufacturers and their suppliers

AMC members employ more than 25,000 PEOPLE

ADVOCACY

AMC propels policy changes to strengthen our industry workforce campaign driving recruitment, engagement and collaboration

AMC STRATEGIC PILLARS

National Catalyst for thought leadership

The best minds in our industry are members of AMC!

Cultivate Advocate Collaborate

Biggest benefits to AMC membership

REGULAR — for any Canadian corporation, firm, partnership, or individual that manufactures agricultural equipment or products used in agricultural equipment.

AFFILIATE: ASSOCIATE

— for any corporation, firm, partnership, or individual in the United States or Mexico that supplies raw materials and/or services to agricultural manufacturers.

Membership Categories

ASSOCIATE — for any corporation, firm, partnership, or individual in Canada that supplies raw materials and/or services to agricultural manufacturers.

AFFILIATE: REGULAR — for any corporation, firm, partnership, or individual in the United States or Mexico who manufactures agricultural equipment or products used in agricultural equipment.

INTERNATIONAL: REGULAR

— for any corporation, firm, partnership, or individual outside of North America who manufactures agricultural equipment or products used in agricultural equipment.

INTERNATIONAL: ASSOCIATE

— for any corporation, firm, partnership, or individual outside of North America that supplies raw materials and/or services to agricultural manufacturers.

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