The arts centre in the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, which will include community rooms, should be built by the early 2030s, said Claggett.
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Inaugural Newmarket market to highlight young entrepreneurs
Chris Cartwright and Bill Gianopoulos team up to organize and support a marketplace experience for young people with fledgling businesses
Aurora-based Thermogenics receives nearly $50k in Provincial funding to expand
The Provincial dollars supports a $96,000 investment by Thermogenics to build a second test bay and create five new jobs.
Muddy York Brewing spreading its wings in Stouffville
“We realized that Stouffville doesn’t have a brewery and we thought it would be a good idea to look at some options here,” Michalek said.
Summer Company Success Story: AV Interiors
At just 16, Venneri founded AV Interiors, a mobile car detailing service that brings luxury treatment right to client’s driveway.
Popular Toronto destination becoming test hub for tiny three-wheeled cars built in York Region
Exhibition Place’s sprawling 192-acre site has been selected as the perfect real-world testing ground for the new three-wheeled electric commuter cars, described by SARIT as an “affordable” means of travel that could be used to “ease traffic congestion and solve parking problems” in Toronto.
York Region headquartered Magna International signs partnership with Sanctuary AI
Magna International Inc. has signed a strategic partnership with Sanctuary AI for the development of general purpose AI robots for use in the company’s manufacturing operations.
Emerging Canadian telecom radio provider selects Markham-based manufacturing partner, Microart Services, to deliver ORAN radios to mobile operators
Bluewaves Mobility Innovation Inc. (BMI), an emerging Canadian wireless system and device provider of state-of-the-art Open Radio Access Network (ORAN) Radio Units, announced today that it has selected Microart Services Inc. from Markham, Ontario as its Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) partner to manufacture its portfolio of next generation 4G & 5G radios.
Markham-based Midea Canada expands operations with move to new 10,000 sq. ft. office
Midea Canada, a leading global home appliance brand, is thrilled to announce the relocation of its headquarters to a new, spacious 10,000-square-foot office. This strategic move is in response to the increasing market needs and underscores our commitment to providing unparalleled support to our stakeholders in Canada.
Province investing $150,000 for the YSpace Northern York Region Hub
The YSpace Northern York Region Hub is a partnership between The Town of Georgina and the Town of East Gwillimbury and York University’s YSpace.
How VCycene creates a cleaner, healthier future for Canadians
Learn how Vcycene, one of ventureLAB’s Hardware Catalyst Initiative companies, is addressing Canada’s significant food waste issue with their innovative cleantech solution.
York University medical school to open in Vaughan in 2028
The provincial government’s 2024 budget, released last week, included an initial $9 million for the design work on the new facility.
Developers break ground at BRAVO, the next phase of Festival in Vaughan Metropolitan Centre
Menkes Developments Ltd., and QuadReal Property Group broke ground today in a ceremony marking the start of construction on the East Tower at Bravo, the three-tower, community consisting of 32, 41 and 51-storeys.
taq Automotive Intelligence & LeaseBusters join forces to redefine the auto leasing landscape
In a move to deliver digital optimization to the Canadian market, taq Automotive Intelligence, has partnered with Canada’s leading lease take-over specialists LeaseBusters solidifying the commitment of both organizations to provide a modernized and fully digital lease transfer process.
YSBEC Success Story: Coconut Village Nails Spa
Phiona started Coconut Village in 2019 and built her spa with support from the York Small Business Enterprise Centre.
Performing and cultural arts centre plans take centre stage in Vaughan
“The new performing and cultural arts centre will complete the VMC’s evolution into the downtown destination the City has been creating for the past decade,” Mayor Del Duca said, adding that “it will make an immediate economic impact and advance creative placemaking in Vaughan. The arts centre will also indirectly benefit hospitality and retail and create opportunity in the VMC as businesses seek to align themselves with the City’s vision.”
It’s official, ventureLAB is a Great Place to Work® for the fourth year in a row
ventureLAB is proud to announce that we have been certified as a Great Place to Work® for the Fourth Year in a Row.
Government of Canada supporting Richmond Hill headquartered Acentury in developing semiconductor technologies for wireless communications
“Acentury is a home-grown Canadian technology company dedicated to the acceleration of research and development for terrestrial and space-based wireless communication systems. Through this funding and project, Acentury will expand its SynMatrix RF filter design platform into the semiconductor industry, which will increase coverage to new RF filter technologies and structures, and position the product for global marketplace adoption.”
Semiconductor innovation with Canada Catalyst company, Caliber Interconnects
Learn How Caliber Interconnects, one of ventureLAB’s Canada Catalyst companies, evolved into a powerhouse specializing in semiconductor test services and clean energy solutions.
Canadian Life Science and Technology Park, Allyant, and IPS-Integrated Project Services, ULC Announce Strategic Partnership for Development of a Life Science, Healthcare, and Technology Park in Georgina
In the initial phase, this collaborative effort will begin with the development and site master planning of a 56-acre site in Georgina, Ontario, situated within the Keswick Business Park. This park aims to serve a wide array of sectors, attracting tenants and clients from pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, bioprocessing, Contract Research Organizations (CROs), Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs), warehousing, healthcare, academia, digital and technology sectors, and other related fields.
‘Record attendance’ fuels 3 top 100 event awards for Stouffville
“Being recognized by Festivals and Events Ontario is the icing on the cake after a record-breaking attendance year for all of these signature events,” community services commissioner Rob Braid said
Newmarket wins municipality of the year for its festivals and special events for second year in a row
“Winning Municipality of the Year from Festivals & Events Ontario for two years in a row is a rare feat and underscores the creativity that Newmarket continues to showcase when it comes to music, arts and local events.”
Meet Yihong Qi: Markham-based Pontosense’s CTO and Co-Founder
Pontosense is changing how we monitor ourselves by replacing bulky wearable devices with artificial intelligence and advanced sensors. This change in how biometric data is collected and analyzed may seem like something out of science fiction.
Vaughan headquartered Martinrea International announces new software company, MiNDCAN
Leading this digital transformation is Ganesh Iyer, Chief Technology Officer, Martinrea International Inc. Through his integrated role of Product Engineering, R&D and IT, at Martinrea, Ganesh brings extensive experience and knowledge to MiNDCAN Inc.
York Region thrives as business hub where talent and opportunity intersect
“Identifying challenges in the business community and taking action to overcome them is the backbone of the 2024 to 2027 Economic Development Action Plan,” said City of Richmond Hill Regional Councillor Joe DiPaola, Chair of the Region’s Planning and Economic Development. “The 2024 to 2027 Action Plan builds on important work already underway to complement our partners’ efforts and drive economic prosperity together.”
‘Truly something huge’: Nemarket’s Ghost Taco celebrates its journey to success
One of Newmarket’s most popular Main Street eateries, born as a pandemic pop-up, celebrated its journey to success with an official grand opening March 1.
Newmarket-based Southlake Hospital makes best hospitals list for Ontario, Canada for 6th year
“It’s an honour for Southlake to be recognized among the best hospitals in the country for six years in a row,” said Southlake president and chief executive officer Dr. Paul Wood.
Richmond Hill offering free sessions for women entrepreneurs
Small Business Enterprise Centre offering webinars, in-person events March 4 to 8 for women starting, running businesses to mark International Women’s Day.
Revolutionizing breast health screening with Canada Catalyst Company, Linda Lifetech
ventureLAB is proud to proud to shine the spotlight on a Canada Catalyst company, Linda Lifetech, a company that’s transforming breast health screening with cutting-edge technology.
Newmarket Farmers’ Market named the best in Ontario
Farmers’ Market Ontario, which represents more than 180 markets across the province, is committed to supporting and promoting vibrant, sustainable farmers’ markets across the province.