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Building Electric Vehicles for the Future, Using Apps to Track Carbon Footprints, and Enhancing Race Car Components: York Region’s AutoTech Sector Continues its Rise
In the latest #YRtech blog, we roundup some of the most notable news coming out of York Region’s auto tech and auto parts sector. See what’s in store for the future of automotive innovation!
York Region Business Update // August 2021
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 August edition now!
York Region Economic Development Team Spotlight Series: Vivian Ho-Tam
Leveraging the experiences and skills I have developed over the years and being a third-generation entrepreneur myself, I take pride in connecting and working with my clients to help their businesses take the next step in finding success.
York Region Economic Development Team Spotlight Series: Lusa Harris
My favorite part of the job is getting to learn so much about local tech and businesses. Before this role I didn’t have much of a background in anything tech-related, it’s been great to learn a ton about it.
New Accelerator in Northern York Region Brings Increased Opportunity for Startups as First Cohort Graduates
A new business accelerator in Newmarket recently graduated its first cohort. Read more about this group of companies and how the new accelerator is looking to support businesses in Northern York Region and beyond.
The Best Built Robot in the World, Siemens Enhances the HCI, and New Career Opportunities: York Region Tech Makes a Big Impact
Major tech announcements coming from York Region-based companies this spring are no surprise as tech companies here continue to thrive in Canada’s second largest tech hub!
York Region Business Update // July 2021
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 July edition now!
3 Big York Region Health Tech Announcements: Protecting Olympic Athletes, Canada’s Only ‘Smart Hospital’ Opens for All Services, and Mackenzie Health Achieves Prestigious Digital Recognition!
There have been some big announcements coming from York Region health tech companies and its world-class hospitals recently. Check them out now!
York Region Business Update // June 2021
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 June edition now!
The Top 5 Announcements Driving York Region’s Innovation Ecosystem Ahead in May
Last month, York Region’s innovation ecosystem thrived with big announcements on exciting new projects and programs to support startups, the development of new technology, and help businesses expand! Here are the top 5!
The Top Quotes from York Region’s Tech Masterclass at Collision 2021
The Region’s masterclass session took centre stage on the first day and ended up being one of the most viewed sessions promoting a city, region, or country during the entire conference. All our guests were incredible, but there were some truly memorable quotes, which we’ve pulled out for you below!
York Region Business Update // May 2021
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 May edition now!
Looking For A Place To Grow As A Young Professional?
From the dynamic core of Markham, the vibrancy of Newmarket, the greenspaces of Richmond Hill, to the commuter ease of Vaughan, these communities are perfect for developing roots for your future.
York Region Business Update // April 2021
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 April edition now!
York Region Business Update // March 2021
York Region Economic Development’s monthly e-newsletter shares highlights and news from the business community, small business supports, events, economic data, and more.
Highly Affected Sectors Credit Availability Program | COVID-19 Funding Spotlight
Qualified small to medium-sized Canadian businesses can receive from $25,000 to $1 million in HASCAP loans, and larger organizations with multiple locations such as a chain of restaurants or hotels can receive up to $6.25 million in funding support.
York Region Business Update // February 2021
York Region Economic Development’s monthly e-newsletter shares highlights and news from the business community, small business supports, events, economic data, and more.
Ontario Small Business Support Grant | COVID-19 Funding Spotlight
The Ontario Small Business Support Grant will grant small businesses between $10,000-$20,000 to help cover decreased revenue expected as a result of the provincewide lockdown.
The Hardware Catalyst Initiative in York Region: Powering the Future of Canadian Hardware
The HCI, which launched in February 2020, is designed for start-ups that are building solutions for artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, wearable computing, 5G, and other transformative technologies.
2020 Look Back: Our Top 15 York Region Business Community News Stories
2020 was a challenging year for the business community, but there were still moments worth celebrating. Check out our Top 15 list.
Tech Developed in York Region May Be A Game Changer In Getting Companies Back To The Office
These innovations in COVID-19 tech developed in York Region are positioned to be game changers in helping businesses get staff back to the office safely.
York Region: A Great Home For High-Growth Tech Companies
The Globe and Mail’s second annual list of Canada’s Top 400 Growing Companies released in October featured 23 companies from the Region, including nine tech firms. We caught up with five of the nine to talk about their success, and why York Region is a great place for them to do business.
York Link Roundtable: What’s the Future of Co-Working?
Even before COVID, the office space landscape was changing. The pandemic may only accelerate trends that are driving more and more people to co-working locations.
The Future of Self-Driving Cars is in Full Gear with AVIN Funding
The idea of self-driving cars is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s here, and it’s now. Highly researched and developed experimental models are being tested all over the world, even in our local communities across Ontario. Made easier with government funding through the Autonomous Vehicle Innovation Network (AVIN), autonomous vehicles will soon showcase their ability to make Canada’s roads safer and more affordable.
York Region Tech Companies Stepping Up: In the Fight Against COVID, PPE Isn’t Everything
As COVID-19 continues to plague the country, the need for personal protective equipment (PPE) has been front and center. Some companies managed to pivot their business by providing masks and hand sanitizer after both became mandatory additions to everyone’s going out rituals. But the new reality is not just about PPE. Some York Region companies are providing products and services to help us weather the storm in other ways.
Where Tech Grows: Canadian Tech IPO and Stock Market Success in Toronto Area’s York Region
In the year of COVID, institutions are changing how they serve customers. This summer, for instance, the Toronto Zoo announced a partner for its scenic drive-thru safari – Facedrive, a sustainable rideshare company. Visitors can enjoy the zoo from the…
RESILIENCE IS KEY FOR YORK REGION TECH FIRMS DURING COVID-19
Here is how three companies in the communication equipment and wireless network technologies fields viewed the impact of the pandemic on operations, lessons learned, and the importance of a culture of resilience.
OFFICE SPACE IN A POST-COVID WORLD: RETHINKING OFFICE NEEDS AND PRIORITIES
With the COVID-19 pandemic creating a mass-scale transition to working from home for many industries in York Region and across Canada, it has created a sense of uncertainty and intrigue around what the future of office space holds.
YORK REGION TECH FIRMS GET READY FOR COLLISION FROM HOME
Collision was set to happen in Toronto again this year, but COVID-19 upended those plans. Instead, the massive conference is pivoting too, and will go virtual as Collision from Home, June 22-25.