With this expansion, Arla reinforces Ontario’s role in its North American supply chain and will create up to 100 new, good-paying jobs for the community.
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Richmond Hill headquartered Compugen strengthens defence and security industry with strategic acquisition of SynerSolutions
This acquisition will provide enhanced security capabilities, leveraging Compugen’s national scale and portfolio leadership to become the ally in the defence and security sectors.
Announcing the 2024 Winners of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund
ventureLAB, in partnership with York Region, is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund, dedicated to supporting organizations that encourage innovation and cultivate diversity.
Hanon Systems to build its first EV parts facility in Vaughan, creating 300 new jobs
Global auto parts company Hanon Systems, headquartered in South Korea, is investing $155-million to build a new 284,200 sq. ft. electric vehicle parts manufacturing facility in Vaughan, York Region!
Canadian drug manufacturer Apotex expanding Richmond Hill plant as city says more businesses are choosing locations there
The largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical manufacturer, Apotex, says it will expand its Richmond Hill facility, a move the company says will create more than 70 jobs.
$30M 5-storey self-storage facility aims to be Aurora business hub
A Toronto developer broke ground today on a $30-million five-storey self-storage facility at the corner of St. John’s Sideroad and Leslie Street in Aurora, which they are hoping to turn into an entrepreneurial hub.
York University’s Markham Campus puts experiential education at forefront with unique biotechnology programs
Two standout offerings are the master of biotechnology management (MBM) and graduate diploma in biotechnology programs. These courses were developed with direct input from industry professionals to ensure students gain relevant, practical experience.
Convertus breaks ground on East Gwillimbury biofuel plant
The East Gwillimbury project, set to open in 2027, will process organic waste via anaerobic digestion into biogas, and later, renewable natural gas. The RNG will offset fossil natural gas in local pipelines.
York Region breaks ground on $490M biofuel facility
York Region officials broke ground on a new $490-million biofuel facility in East Gwillimbury expected to reduce regional greenhouse gas emissions by 15,000 tonnes annually.
Forging Connections and Driving Growth: A Recap of the 2024 MedTech Conference
The MedTech Conference in Toronto has come to an end and it was an exciting time and valuable experience! The 3-day event, which was leveraged to highlight the strength of York Region’s growing life sciences and health tech sector, was filled with insightful panels, engaging discussions, and dynamic networking sessions.
Government of Canada supports six companies boosting EV growth in southern Ontario; includes Vaughan-based Clover Tools Manufacturing
By expanding production capabilities and adopting new equipment, Ontario companies are meeting the growing demand for innovative production capabilities to feed the EV supply chain.
Markham headquartered Enghouse Networks and ng-voice join forces to transform telecom solutions with hyperscale IMS and cloud-ready SBC
By leveraging the strengths of both companies, the partnership will deliver comprehensive, cloud-native solutions that meet the demands of the telecom industry.
Atlas Tools & Machinery opens new flagship store in Vaughan, marking its 70th anniversary
The new Atlas Tools & Machinery retail concept – located at 111 Creditview Road in Vaughan – spans over 35,000 square feet and will serve as the ultimate tool destination, featuring Canada’s most innovative showroom.
Markham headquartered Premier Construction Software partners with Lumber to revolutionize workforce management in construction
Together, Premier and Lumber are addressing one of the most pressing challenges in construction—streamlining workforce management.
Loblaws starts hiring for massive new facility
The new Loblaws distribution facility coming to East Gwillimbury, on Newmarket’s border, is now recruiting for the hundreds of employees who will make it run.
Markham headquartered ESET Canada and Calgary Flames sign a multi-year partnership
As a part of the renewed agreement, ESET Canada will receive five minutes of Digitally Enhanced Dasherboard (DED) time during each of the 41 regular season Flames home games, enhancing brand visibility during key moments of the game.
An 82-acre medtech campus emerges in Vaughan
Already home to Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital—Canada’s first smart hospital—the VHCP will convene partners across the healthcare sector to produce the next generation of healthcare practices, research, talent, and technology.
Amazon opening five new Canadian delivery stations; one in Richmond Hill
“Amazon’s last-mile network plays a critical role in helping us continue to deliver at the fastest speeds ever. The new Amazon delivery stations bring us closer to our customers, while also creating job opportunities and allowing us to invest in local communities,” said Jasmin Begagic, director, Canada operations at Amazon Logistics.
‘Cherished landmark’: Postmark Hotel marks grand opening on Main Street Newmarket
Newmarket’s new boutique hotel marked its years-long journey of restoration, renovation and construction with a ribbon cutting and celebration on October 3.
Georgina selected as host community of EDCO’s 2025 regional events
“This event will allow us to highlight our economic development achievements and provide an opportunity to collaborate with professionals who are making a real impact in their communities. Corporate events like these bring significant benefits to our local businesses and showcase Georgina as a thriving hub for future investment and opportunity.”
Ontario Investing in free business training for racialized and indigenous entrepreneurs
The Ontario government is investing $5 million in the Racialized and Indigenous Supports for Entrepreneurs (RAISE) program for 2024-25 to provide free access to business coaching, training and grants for more than 400 Indigenous, Black and other racialized entrepreneurs.
Vaughan-based Volatus has the tech to deliver goods by drone
Volatus — which now has 150 employees — has embarked on its most ambitious transaction yet. Earlier this year, it announced a merger with Drone Delivery Canada Corp.
ventureLAB and Sterling Industries sign MOU to strengthen medtech innovation in Vaughan
ventureLAB, leading global founder community for hardware technology and enterprise software companies in Canada located in York Region, announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Sterling Industries, a premier North American medical device contract manufacturer. This partnership highlights their shared commitment to accelerating the growth of the MedTech ecosystem in Vaughan.
Aurora headquartered Thermogenics expands US southwest operations with acquisition of Las Vegas-based Pyro Combustion & Controls
Thermogenics, a leading provider of boiler lifecycle solutions for commercial and industrial boilers, announces the acquisition of Pyro Combustion & Controls Inc. in Las Vegas, Nevada. This expansion is Thermogenics’ second location in the Western United States.
CarePatrol opens first Canadian locations just one year after announcing international development plans
CarePatrol, the U.S.’s largest senior care solutions organization, announced the opening of its first two franchise locations in Ontario, marking a major milestone in the brand’s Canada expansion efforts.
Work underway on Aurora’s new business park
Construction work has begun on Aurora’s new industrial business park on St. John’s Sideroad.
Markham-based taq Automotive Intelligence partners with EV luxury brand Lucid Motors
taq Automotive Intelligence is proud to announce a partnership with California-based Lucid, maker of the world’s most advanced electric vehicles.
Crowds come out for Aurora Town Square grand opening
“It’s a historic day. Every town has a square as a common area. It’s been that way since the Roman times, and here’s Aurora with its Town Square, in this bright and beautiful downtown area,” said Webster.
Weidmuller Canada unveils new customer experience center in Markham, introduces WOW van for the eastern Canada market
Weidmuller Canada proudly opens its new Customer Experience Center at its headquarters in Markham, Ontario. This state-of-the-art 600 sq. ft. facility is designed to provide customers and distribution partners with an immersive, hands-on experience of Weidmuller’s latest products and solutions.…
Ontario building training centre for 50,000 new construction workers in Vaughan
The Ontario government is investing over $26 million to build a new training centre at LiUNA 183’s skilled trades training campus in Vaughan.