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19 York Region-based companies make Report on Business ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies 2023

There were 19 York Region-based business to make the list.

Billyard Insurance Group expands Ontario presence with three new branches; one in Markham

“We had an incredibly exciting start to 2023 at BIG,” said Smith. “Being able to partner with a number of exceptional insurance professionals has allowed us to continue our expansion into key markets.”

York Region Business Update // December 2022

York Region Economic Development’s monthly e-newsletter shares highlights and news from the business community, small business supports, events, economic data, and more. Check out the December edition now!

York Region Business Update // November 2022

Gord Scheel & Nathan Allen receive the EDAC Award on behalf of York Region Economic Development

York Region Business Update // October 2022

Is Your Business Protected From Cyber Threats? Simple Tips From ESET During Cybersecurity Month

Earlier this year, Telus conducted a study on ransomware attacks with a staggering finding that 83% of Canadian businesses surveyed reported attempted attacks and 64% indicated they had experienced one. Read these useful digital security tips from ESET’s Chief Security Evangelist, Tony Anscombe in our latest #YRtech Blog in support of Canada’s Cybersecurity Month.

York Region Business Update // September 2022

Markham Headquartered PayMyTuition Launches Innovative Open Banking Cashiering Module for Educational Institutions

This innovative open banking cashiering solution will equip educational institutions with a two-factor account verification process for payer authorization before a transaction can be made, making transactions easy and highly secure for the student.

Building Out Spokes: Selecting the Right Space for Your Company’s Return-to-Office Plan

The hub-and-spoke office model pushes companies to reconsider a single central location and instead have a primary head office with smaller ‘spoke’ locations placed closer to where employees live. Giving staff the option to come into the office with more accessibility and comfort.

York Region Business Update // August 2022

York Region Business Update // July 2022

York Region Business Update // June 2022

York Region Business Update // May 2022

Vaughan Headquartered PSP Services Completes the Acquisition of PSiGate, a wholly owned subsidiary of Peoples Payment Solutions Ltd.

Howard Klein, President of Peoples Payments and Cards, at Peoples Group, added: “Peoples Group is thrilled to transition the PSiGate business over to PSP. Their best-in-class POS systems as well as an extremely talented team will be a great addition to the service offering. We will continue to support the PSiGate business as the acquiring bank.”

York Region Business Update // April 2022

2021 Year In Review // York Region Economic Development

On behalf of York Region Economic Strategy, I am pleased to present the 2021 Economic
Development Year in Review. This is an overview of economic development activities undertaken this past year, highlights of business news from across the Region, and important economic indicators showing the strength and resilience of our business community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

York Region Business Update // March 2022

York Region Business Update // February 2022

Canadian Western Bank (CWB) Expands in Ontario with New Location Set to Open in Markham Summer 2022

CWB’s new location in Markham at 7303 Warden Avenue is scheduled to open in Summer 2022. The new banking centre and regional office in Toronto’s Financial District at 141 Adelaide Street West is anticipated to open in Spring 2023.

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Vaughan Headquartered Revolution Capital Gains Foothold in Southern US With New Texas Office

The Texas office will not only increase Revolution Capital’s reach and presence in key markets, but it also provides small businesses with a superior alternative for securing flexible access to capital.

York Region Business Update // January 2022

York Region Business Update // December 2021

York Region Business Update // November 2021

Federal Government Announces New Targeted COVID-19 Business Support

The Government of Canada has confirmed that certain existing income and business support programs will end on October 23, 2021, as previously announced. This includes the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy and the Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy.

York Region Business Update // October 2021

York Region Business Update // September 2021

Markham Headquartered Allstate Canada Partners with Habitat for Humanity Canada to Support Homeowners Facing Pandemic Challenges

From September 20-27, for every insurance quote completed the Allstate Foundation of Canada will donate $5 toward building homes in five Habitat for Humanity communities across Canada, up to a maximum donation amount of $50,000. These communities are in Southern Alberta, the Greater Toronto Area, Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.

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