Through real-time quality control during acquisition, Galaxy Onboard enables faster than ever turnaround time for governmental wide area programs and engineering-grade corridor applications.
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Markham headquartered Enghouse Systems acquires SaaS provider Navita
“Navita’s products have a strong presence in the Brazilian market,” said Steve Sadler, Chairman & CEO of Enghouse. “We intend to pursue expansion of this business through Enghouse’s existing and new relationships with other telecom service providers and other partners.”
Festival Condominiums phase 1 rising, phase 2 reaches ground level in south VMC
As the development duo continues chipping away at a handful of projects in South VMC, the four-tower Festival Condominiums development is leading the way.
Vaughan headquartered Kontrol BioWater Technology completes successful phase 1 viral detection in wastewater: advancing biomonitoring technology
The Kontrol BioWater wastewater viral detection Phase 1 testing was completed with support from the National Research Council of Canada. The BioWater utilizes the core scientific technique of a Modified Western Blot to identify viruses.
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Aurora Headquartered GeoTech selected to help conduct 3,000km airborne geophysical survey in Quebec
The 2023 partner-funded exploration program will total $770,000. Azimut is the operator. Geotech Ltd of Aurora, Ontario, will conduct the survey using 100-metre spaced lines. A ground prospecting phase will follow.
Richmond Hill-based Clearly Canadian surpasses 50 million bottles shipped
The demand for the iconic glass bottles exceeded all expectations and has only continued to grow. To date, the Clearly Canadian distribution footprint has increased to more than 15,000+ retailers across North America, as well as expanded its online Amazon business to over 3,000 cases per month.
Canada’s Wonderland to hire 4,000 associates for 2023 season
“Our seasonal associates play an important role in our mission of delivering amazing experiences to all of our guests,” said Norm Pirtovshek, general manager at Canada’s Wonderland. “We’re proud to offer highly competitive wages, amazing perks, and an opportunity to make lifelong friends and develop essential leadership skills to help build future careers.”
Vaughan Headquartered Kontrol Technologies operating subsidiary CEM Specialties selected by new USA customer for multiple integration projects
CEMSI won the opportunity based on its expertise in the regulated emission monitoring market as well as its ability to integrate highly complex emission systems which include real-time monitoring.
Main Street Newmarket hotel on track for June opening
Business owners described some local buzz around the hotel’s arrival. Wine on Main owner Jordan Mills, located close to the hotel, said many customers have expressed excitement.
York University’s new Markham campus marks ‘topping out’ milestone with ceremony
Markham mayor Frank Scarpitti congratulated on York University for this latest milestone, “The new campus will complement our growing downtown with its beautifully designed architecture and inviting entrance. We look forward to the official opening in 2024.”
telMAX internet service now live in Newmarket
This brand new telMAX infrastructure will enable Newmarket customers to receive 100 percent pure fibre with synchronous speeds up to 10 Gbps delivered to their homes.
Richmond Hill Headquartered Staples Canada and Bell announce multi-year strategic partnership to sell Bell communications services through Staples
The two companies combined will offer consumers and small and medium businesses the wireless and wireline services they need through Staples’ retail and direct sales presence throughout the country.
Vaughan headquartered GFL Partners with Call2Recycle Canada
York Region HQ’d GFL forms new partnership to help reduce carbon footprint of recycling supply chain in Western Canada.
Vaughan-based Empire Communities acquires ERTH, appoints Vice President, Sustainability & Innovation
“As we move into our 30th year of homebuilding, we believe that the diversification of our business into more innovation-driven initiatives will continue to position Empire as the builder of choice for homebuyers across North America, says Andrew and Dan Guizzetti, co-CEOs of Empire Communities.
YSpace Launches Three Programs
Yspace, York University’s entrepreneurship hub, has launched 3 programs this month: Founder Fundamentals, Venture Catalyst and Tech Accelerator.
ventureLAB Announced the 5th Cohort of the Hardware Catalyst Initiative
ventureLAB is proud to present our 5th cohort of Hardware Catalyst Initiative.
‘Over the moon’: Newmarket creators embrace plans to make town an arts community in Greater Toronto Area
“We’ve done an extremely good job at building out our recreational amenities. But it’s really been in the last decade we’ve seen a — pardon the pun — a renaissance and interest and activity and growth in the arts (developed over a century),” Mayor John Taylor said.
Beertown set to open on the border of East Gwillimbury and Newmarket this spring at Yonge and Green Lane
“The team and I are highly anticipating the launch of our 10th Beertown location. We look forward to expanding and bringing our unique dining experience which encompasses the custom design elements that have defined us, and serving the high quality food and beverage products on which we’ve built our name and reputation,” Jody Palubiski, partner, Charcoal Group said.
Vaughan headquartered Earth Rangers launches in US
“There is strong evidence that helping our children discover their ability to act on environmental challenges leads to hope, optimism, and a brighter outlook for the future of the planet,” says Tovah Barocas, President of Earth Rangers.
Richmond Hill headquartered Worksport approves manufacturing line for shipment to western New York factory
“With the expected delivery of this custom-built machine, we are now on the verge of being able to produce the major components for our proprietary and patented hard-folding tonneau covers right here in our American factory,” said Worksport CEO Steven Rossi.
Construct, a social enterprise by Blue Door, welcomes first cohort at new training centre in Aurora
“There are a lot of employment programs out there, but many are streamlining people into precarious work or employment that pays a minimum wage, but not necessarily a living wage,” explained Emily Rowe, Construct’s senior manager, social enterprise.
Vaughan-based SCG Flowmetrix awarded one of the largest sewer flow and rainfall monitoring projects in Canada
Real-time data will provide critical and actionable information during extreme weather events and will enable Peel Region to proactively plan sewer network maintenance.
Two York Region-based companies advance to finals of the Ontario Made Awards
Fruit of the Land Culinary Market and International Safety both advance to to the finals of the Ontario Made Awards.
6 food industry leaders in York Region
These six food companies in York Region are helping to propel the local agri-food sector.
Melissa Chee, President and CEO of ventureLAB, featured on CTV News
ventureLAB’s President and CEO, Melissa Chee, was recently featured by CTV News to discuss the importance of boosting semiconductor output to remain competitive.
Richmond Hill-born Entrepreneur Anika Sawni is Making Alcohol-Free Drinks Mainstream
Grüvi has 18 full-time employees and sells its zero-proof sangria and nitro mocha stout at 3,500 North American stores. Anika, now 27, was named to Forbes’s 30 Under 30 list in its food and beverage category in 2021.
LG Partners With York Region Headquartered Magna in Developing Self-Driving Technology
The announcement comes a year and a half after LG and Magna launched a joint venture to producing e-powertrains, a key part in electric vehicles.
Markham-Based QEA Tech Makes Fourteen Canadian Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2023 List
Melati’s latest venture, QEA Tech, focuses on energy loss in buildings. As much as 51 per cent of heating and air conditioning escapes through poorly sealed or insulated areas on a building’s exterior.
York Region’s Top 10 Threats: What’s the plan for your business?
The Regional Municipality of York conducts an annual Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) to identify the top 10 threats facing our communities and York Region businesses. Use it to inform your business continuity plans so your business can be as effective as possible during a service disruption and quickly recover afterwards.