5. Support local manufacturing innovation and production The Government of Ontario has launched a procurement tool that will remove barriers and leverage Ontario manufacturing capacity in the fight against COVID-19. Immediately, the government must continue to support the manufacturing sector to maintain strong supply chains. The government should refocus investment in "Made-In Ontario" solutions and products. This could be achieved by working with the federal government to identify nationally strategic products and services and establish a minimum level of domestic production of these. Items such as medical supplies, PPE, food, energy, and other essentials should be included. The uptake of technology and digitization will improve the sectors ability to be able to switch production to respond to consumer demand more quickly, not only in times of crisis but also in response to market shifts. For economic recovery it is critical that engineering expertise be deployed to ensure the safety and optimization of innovative solutions within industrial spaces. Ontario should work with the federal government to provide additional advanced manufacturing (AM) focused programs with potential financial incentives for Ontario companies to enhance their competitiveness both domestically and internationally. Supporting businesses in improving current manufacturing processes and methods, developing, and implementing digital technologies and focusing on developing more sustainable and energy-efficient products, will help create resiliency in this sector and improve Ontario's export potential.