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.
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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.
Robots, research offer taste of farming’s future in Holland Marsh
Self-driving machines could take on tasks of spraying, seeding and weeding.
Spark by Hilton Debuts in Canada to Continue Blazing Pace of Expansion
Opening in the bustling tech and business hub of Markham, Hilton’s new premium economy brand marks a significant milestone in its global growth
First cohort of students at York University Markham Campus celebrate start of a new academic journey
The new 10-story campus is situated in the transit-integrated, mixed-use, high-density urban core of Markham Centre.
Markham Headquartered Team Group Acquires S.&T. Group, Expanding Presence in Northern Ontario
Existing customers of S.&T. Group can expect the same high standards of service and quality under the new ownership, there will be no changes to the current employees and the management team will continue under the leadership of Sarlo and Tatasciore.
York Region named one of ‘Canada’s Best Locations’ to invest by Site Selection Magazine
York Region is a top destination for business, innovation and talent and investing in business supports and services is integral to ensuring businesses and employees in York Region contribute to a strong economy.
Site Selection Names York Region One of Canada’s Best Locations 2024
The combination of a central location in the Greater Toronto Area, multi-billion-dollar transit and infrastructure investments, shovel-ready employment sites, proximity to academic institutions, competitive commercial property tax rates, and a mix of urban-suburban-rural lifestyle options make York Region a top destination for business, innovation, and talent.
Vaughan’s New Grant Aims to Enhance Tourism in the City
The Host in Vaughan Grant supports events and projects that draw tourists to the city, and the applications for the latest intake round will be accepted until Monday, Sept. 30.
ventureLAB is Helping an International Deeptech Company Find Product-Market Fit in Canada
Caliber Interconnects, which had already expanded into Singapore, Malaysia, and Japan, recognized the need for local expertise. To get this on-the-ground knowledge for their Canadian launch, the company turned to ventureLAB’s Soft Landing program.
Global tech firm, Agilysys, acquires Markham headquartered Book4Time for $204 million
Roger Sholanki, Founder, said in a statement that Book4Time is “excited about the opportunity to join forces” with the Agilysys team.
Funding Opportunity: Ontario’s Regional Development Program – AMIC Stream
The Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness (AMIC) stream is a funding stream for medium size or smaller companies seeking to improve their competitiveness by investing in technology, equipment, reshoring manufacturing, or skills.
Funding Opportunity: Canada Small Business Financing Program
The Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP) makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders.
Canada, FCM energizes first-of-its-kind net-zero neighbourhood in Markham with $8.7 million investment
An innovative net-zero neighbourhood in southern Ontario is receiving continued support from the Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Green Municipal Fund to ensure residents have access to sustainable and affordable energy.
New King City animal hospital aims to ‘revolutionize’ care
The owners of a new “cutting-edge” animal hospital in King City say it will “revolutionize animal care by bringing together specialists and advanced technologies under one roof.”
Aurora headquartered Thermogenics expands into the US southwest with acquisition of Arizona-based boiler service company
Thermogenics announced the acquisition of High Desert Mechanical in Apache Junction, Arizona. This expansion is Thermogenics’ first location in the Western United States.
Aurora STEM centre, King-based farm partner to engage next generation of farmers
Brandon Hebor, who owns Boreal Farms, has partnered with Anu Bidani, founder of Aurora-based Stem Minds, to run monthly free, community nights since March. There have also been a dozen workshop sessions for children and a free, agriculture-themed summer camp for youth aged 15 and up.
Newmarket training firm, Fair Chance Learning, gets $2.1M grant to upskill 400 workers
The Main Street educational institution is getting a big boost from the provincial government, with Newmarket-Aurora MPP Dawn Gallagher Murphy announcing $2.1 million in funding Aug. 16.