Four startups from YSpace in Markham made the list. They include GoPeer, Blade Filters, Lactiga, and SUKU Vitamins.
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Bell and Markham Headquartered Honda Canada Announce New Connected Car Partnership
Bell and Honda Canada today announced that new Honda and Acura vehicles are now equipped with built-in Wi-Fi hotspots that enable drivers and their passengers to stay fully connected online, safely and hands-free, while on the open road.
New Electric Vehicle Chargers Coming to King Township
King Township will be getting a boost from the federal government, to install electric vehicle chargers across the municipality.
Markham Headquartered Dealer-FX Acquired by Snap-on
Snap-on Incorporated, a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of tools, equipment, diagnostics, repair information, and systems solutions for professional users performing critical tasks, today announced that it has acquired Dealer-FX Group, Inc., based in Markham, Ontario, for approximately $200 million in cash.
More Than 63,000 Residents Moving Into Vaughan’s Emerging Downtown Core by 2031
Up to 63,350 residents in almost 32,000 residential units are expected to move into Vaughan’s emerging downtown core by 2031.
Government of Canada Invests in ventureLAB Expansion to Help Strengthen Canada’s Hardware and Semiconductor Sector
The Government of Canada announced an additional FedDev Ontario investment of $4.7 million for Markham’s own ventureLAB to enhance its Hardware Catalyst Initiative Lab with virtual access and greater testing capabilities.
ventureLAB Receives $4.73M in FedDev Ontario Funding to Expand Canada’s First Hardware Lab and Incubator, Catapulting Canadian Tech Founders to the Global Stage
The FedDev Ontario non-repayable contribution of $4.73M will be injected to expand Canada’s first hardware and semiconductor-focused lab
Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) | COVID-19 Funding Spotlight
With CERS each location can receive up to $75,000 in subsidies with a maximum of $300,000 in total for all locations, for each CERS payment period.
$3.9M From Federal Government Helps Create 92 New Jobs at Vaughan, Bradford Manufacturing Companies
Vaughan-based York Metal Products — leading metal fabricator — will be receiving $1.9 million in FedDev Ontario support.
SmartVMC Community in Vaughan Continues Expansion With New Mixed-Use Development
On the northwest corner of Apple Mill Road and Buttermill Avenue, a short walk from the SmartVMC bus terminal and Vaughan Metropolitan Centre TTC Subway Station, the plan calls for towers of 18 and 38 storeys, along with lower-scaled buildings of four and six storeys that will foster a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere at street-level.
Markham Headquartered Redline Communications Aligns with Fibairo to Tackle Broadband Challenges in the United Kingdom
Partnership between Redline Communications and Fibairo marks the completion of 24 months of trials and testing, bringing broadband to rural parts of the U.K.
Seneca Researchers Develop Next-Gen Coating for COVID-19 Vaccines
A team of Seneca researchers is working to develop a next-generation coating to protect sensitive medicines and some of the emerging COVID-19 vaccines.
Richmond Hill Headquartered Lullaboo, Engineering a New Business From the Ground Up
Richmond Hill headquartered Lullaboo has expanded to nine locations across the province, and has several additional locations under construction.
York Region Hardware Tech Companies: A Driving Force for ‘Made in Canada’
In our latest blog, York Region headquartered hardware tech companies Z3 Controls, Microart, and Laipac Technology shared their insights on ‘Made in Canada’ technology with us.
Richmond Hill Headquartered Laipac and UAE companies to roll out Covid-19 tests with results in 5-8 minutes
Laipac Technology, a Canadian Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) company, is partnering with two UAE-based businesses to roll out an artificial intelligence-based Covid-19 test that can give a result from a nasal sample within 5-8 minutes.
With Walmart as Anchor, SmartCentres Pushes Mixed-Use Growth
While SmartCentres REIT’s large Walmart and pharmacy-anchored retail portfolio continues to provide strong recurring income, its mixed-use development program is becoming of ever-increasing importance.
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.
Seneca-TD collaboration extended to offer successful Career Recharge sessions through 2021
Seneca, with support from TD Bank Group, has extended its successful Career Recharge series of free upskilling sessions through 2021. These sessions aim to help mid-career professionals re-enter the workforce, advance in their field, change careers or start a new venture.
Ontario Expands Eligibility for Main Street Relief Grant
The Ontario government is expanding the number of small businesses that can apply for the Main Street Relief Grant to help offset the costs of purchasing personal protective equipment (PPE) to cautiously and gradually reopen in parts of the province. Small businesses with 2 to 19 employees in all eligible sectors
GE Hitachi establishes new company in Markham for SMR technologies
GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy has formed a new business in Markham to help bring its Small Modular Reactor technologies to market.
Success Story: Doorr
Doorr is a digital lending platform designed for the mortgage industry. They help mortgage brokers, financial institutions better connect and collaborate with their clients. Watch and learn how the York Small Business Enterprise Centre supported their business.
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.
Vaughan Headquartered Empire Communities Acquires North Carolina Builder
Vaughan, Ontario, Feb. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Empire Communities, one of North America’s largest privately held homebuilders, has acquired Shea Homes North Carolina, expanding its growing U.S. presence to include Charlotte, one of the fastest growing cities in America…
Business Park Will Bring 200 Acres of Industrial Development to Georgina
The Town of Georgina is excited to announce Panattoni Development Company has acquired 200 acres of zoned industrial land at the northeast corner of Woodbine Avenue and Glenwoods Avenue in Keswick.
Why WordPress is Ideal for Small Business Websites
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WordPress currently powers over one-third of websites on the internet which includes sites such as personal blogs, corporate websites and large-scale ecommerce platforms.
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WordPress currently powers over one-third of websites on the internet which includes sites such as personal blogs, corporate websites and large-scale ecommerce platforms.
Success Story: Gordon Wood Optical
Discover how Gordon Wood Optical leveraged the services of the YSBEC to support their business growth during the challenges of COVID-19.
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.
Richmond Hill Headquartered Laipac Receives Clearance from Europe for their LooK SPOT COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test of 5 to 8 minutes
Richmond Hill, Canada, Jan. 19, 2021 — Laipac Technology Inc. a leader in the development of IoMT (Internet of Medical Things), today announced that their LooK SPOT COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test received CE IVD clearance for Europe.
Applications Now Open for Ontario’s Small Business Support Grant
The Ontario government has opened applications for the new Ontario Small Business Support Grant. The grant, first announced in December, provides a minimum of $10,000 to a maximum of $20,000 to eligible small businesses who have had to restrict their operations due to the Provincewide Shutdown.