2026

For decades, many industrial operations across the Canadian Prairies have operated on a simple principle: if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it. However, in 2026, that “reactive” mindset has become a significant financial liability. Whether you are managing a potash mine in Saskatchewan or a high-throughput grain terminal in Manitoba, the math of a breakdown has changed.

As we move further into 2026, the industrial landscape across the Canadian Prairies is facing a “perfect storm.” A combination of aging infrastructure in the mining and Ag-processing sectors and a significant wave of scheduled maintenance cycles has created a massive demand for skilled trades. For plant managers, the challenge is no longer just what needs to be fixed, but who will be available to fix it.