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.
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Shaping Tomorrow: ventureLAB Unveils Innovative TechEdge Program
ventureLAB is thrilled to unveil the TechEdge program that propels startups by equipping them with the resources, insights and networks.
More than $1 million in funding approved to support women entrepreneurs and attract international businesses to York Region
“Economic vitality remains a strategic priority for York Regional Council and it is integral our local businesses have resources to help them succeed,” said York Region Chairman and CEO Wayne Emmerson. “Additional funding provided through York Region’s Innovation Fund will empower growing businesses, attract international entrepreneurs and support foreign direct investment, strengthening York Region as a thriving hub for talent and opportunity.”
Aurora-based Skinopathy makes CIX 2024 Top 20 Startup List
The CIX Top 20 Early and Top 10 Growth Awards recognize outstanding Canadian tech companies in early and growth stages.
Markham headquartered Sentrex Health Solutions expands innovative healthcare services with strategic acquisition of PerCuro Clinical Research Ltd.
Both organizations are dedicated to delivering seamless care through this transition, while ensuring continued high-quality care for all patients and stakeholders involved.
York Region creates new plan to boost business, economy, workforce
York Region business and research leaders are welcoming a new strategy to help develop the regional economy and businesses.
Newmarket creating $1 million fund to boost economic vibrancy and create community brand
The town is now creating a $1-million fund — drawn from existing reserves, not paid by taxpayers — to boost economic vibrancy by attracting companies and creating jobs, and to create a community brand.
York Region headquartered Magna Awarded Specialized eDrive System Business With North America-Based OEM
Magna is growing its electrification customer base with a newly awarded contract from a North America-based OEM to supply a specialized primary rear eDrive system for one of the company’s high-end niche vehicle platforms. The award reinforces Magna’s commitment to supporting the automotive industry’s short and long-term transformational needs.
All-in-one transit fare coming to York Region this month
“Simplifying fare payments with the new One Fare Program puts travellers’ experience first and makes our collective transit systems even more convenient, reliable and affordable,” Emmerson said. “One Fare removes boundaries and barriers to travelling across different municipalities, allows for more convenient access and supports our growing communities.”
Announcing the 7th Cohort of the Hardware Catalyst Initiative
The selection process for cohort 7 was highly competitive, including a rigorous bootcamp to ensure the selected companies were primed for success in the hardware industry, which is notoriously known for long lead times for product validation and securing investment.
Advisor series: building stronger ventures with diversified strengths
In the ever-evolving world of startups, building successful ventures goes beyond just innovative ideas and market analysis – it lies in the strength and diversity of your startup’s team.
Vaughan headquartered Mircom Group of Companies introduces their next-gen Secutron fire detection and alarm product range into the U.S. security distribution market
The Secutron fire detection and alarm products meet the most stringent industry standards, including UL 864 10th edition and are meticulously engineered and produced at Mircom Group’s two North American manufacturing facilities.
Launch of Digital Main Street program in partnership with the Town of Georgina and Town of East Gwillimbury
Local businesses in the Town of Georgina are set to receive valuable assistance with the introduction of the Digital Main Street program, a collaborative effort between the Town of Georgina and the Town of East Gwillimbury.
Multi-faceted York Region-based digital transformation agency evolves to support other local and international startups
Treefrog assists a broad range of businesses, particularly focusing on those in their developmental stages or facing technological or marketing/growth challenges. Their team aims to provide solutions that enhance growth, improve technological capabilities and streamline operational processes.
Announcing the third cohort of ventureLAB’s Accelerate AI
ventureLAB is proud to announce the 3rd cohort of the Accelerate AI program. This transformative 6-month program is designed to champion the growth and scaling of AI startups, empowering them to deliver cutting-edge solutions and applications that tackle the challenges in the modern industry!
Creation Technologies expands Markham facility
The recently held ribbon-cutting event celebrated the move to a new site in Markham, which now boasts a custom-built, state-of-the-art space spanning 118,500 square feet. The new location represents a 54% larger physical footprint for Creation Technologies in Markham.
Government of Canada supports expansion of services at ventureLAB
$4.5 million for the next phase of the Hardware Catalyst Initiative, supporting 30 technology companies while creating and maintaining over 170 jobs in southern Ontario.
Government of Canada invests in main streets and neighbourhoods across southern Ontario
With this investment, the organization will launch two new programs through MMS to provide funding and support for businesses and community organizations across southern Ontario. The new programs will support up to 325 businesses on main streets across 100 communities, along with 75 community projects promoting high-impact placemaking activities. These activities will help draw people to main streets and encourage locals and visitors to support an estimated 2,500 community businesses and organizations.
York Region giving $1.08M boost to international, women-led businesses
The funding proposed would be over three years and would come from the region’s Innovation Investment Fund, which the region includes in its budget to support innovative projects on an application basis.
Newmarket launching new ‘iconic’ event on Main Street this winter
Main Street from Water Street to Park Avenue is proposed to have live entertainment after 5 p.m., with restaurants invited to have outdoor expansion zones that the town will oversee. Some attractions will include igloo lounges rented for the southern portion of Main Street, two zones dedicated to ice bars, and a sign highlighting the event meant for photography from the Park Avenue entrance. There will also be art and ice sculpture installations.
StorageMart’s growth in Ontario continues with latest facility launch in Woodbridge
The new facility features modern amenities that make storing items easier than ever. Customers can quickly reserve a unit online with no long-term commitments. Not only does the facility provide an easy solution for storing items safely, but it also allows customers to access their items when it’s most convenient for them.
Vaughan headquartered Drone Delivery Canada receives approval for BVLOS flights and dangerous goods transportation on its dronecare commercial project
The approvals from Transport Canada mark a significant milestone for DDC and signifies the government’s recognition of the Company’s cutting-edge technology, rigorous safety standards, and commitment to advancing the field of drone logistics.
York Region is updating the Agriculture and Agri-Food Sector Strategy and wants your input
Do you want to see the agriculture and agri-food sector, from farm to fork, in York Region thrive? The insights you share through this survey will inform the development of York Region’s new Agriculture and Agri-Food Sector Strategy, building on the successes of the previous strategy.
York Region-based company, VCycene, turns food-waste to fertilizer in seven days
Yin says York Region is truly one of Canada’s key innovation engines and an economic powerhouse. “We gained direct access to a diverse network of government grants, angel investor platforms, venture capital investing, workshops for prototyping and production, testing agencies and support of big multinational corporations,” Yin comments.
Markham headquartered Enghouse Systems signs agreement to acquire Mediasite
Sonic Foundry is dedicated to transforming how the world works and learns through innovative and scalable technology solutions.
Vaughan headquartered Drone Delivery Canada completes first milestone of the canary contract wit the Department of National Defence
The completion of the first milestone of the project involved nine test objectives pursuant to which the Company completed a total of 145 flights with an overall flight distance of almost 800km.
Trinity Consultants acquires Richmond Hill headquartered Valcoustics Canada
The company will operate within Trinity’s built environment business, combining its acoustical capabilities with those that span North America, Ireland, and Australia into one unified entity.
TPG acquires majority of Oxford’s GTA industrial portfolio including a Vaughan business park in new joint venture
The joint venture, which is the first between TPG and Oxford, represents one of the largest private industrial real estate transactions in Canada to date. TPG Real Estate, TPG’s diversified real estate investment platform, is acquiring the properties through its dedicated real estate equity fund series.
AbbVie Canada expanding and celebrates over a decade of thriving in Markham
“That’s why we needed a bigger office as the new home in Markham, to welcome the Ontario-based employees,” Murphy said. “We wanted to build an environment that stimulates collaboration, innovation and inspires us.”
Smart mobility innovators here’s your chance! OVIN Demonstration Zone challenges launch in Markham and Vaughan
It is no secret that the way people and goods move is changing. From the transition to hybrid or fully-electric cars to better the environment or drone delivery to support hospital capacity, there is no shortage of examples of ways innovation is propelling sustainability in our communities and moving us forward.