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Richmond Hill headquartered Staples Canada celebrates small business owners by announcing Boost My Biz contest winners

In June, small business owners across Canada were encouraged to share their story of how their business is making an impact in their community and why they deserve a boost. Staples received an incredible response with submissions from a wide range of businesses in every sector.
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Markham headquartered restaurant software startup Snappy secures $7-million Series A round

Founded in 2016, Snappy offers restaurant management technology for customer touchpoints including point-of-sale, online orders, loyalty programs, reservations, waitlists, and custom-branded mobile apps and websites.
Top Growing Companies of 2023

19 York Region-based companies make Report on Business ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies 2023

There were 19 York Region-based business to make the list.
Bar Locale

Bar Locale restaurant to open next year at 500 Water Street in Newmarket

Bar Locale will be opening in the heart of downtown Newmarket next summer, at the location of the former Cachet Supper. In June, the town issued a request for proposals for a new and unique dining establishment at 500 Water St., and after a thorough evaluation process, Locale was awarded the long-term lease.
Acculogic facility in Markham

inTEST upgrades Markham facility for electronic circuit and electric vehicle battery testing operations

The new space provides 25,000 square feet of contiguous space with superior utility infrastructure and a modern office complex that is expected to improve operational efficiencies and enhance custom service.
Avanash at Elevate

Sustainable semiconductor solutions with AI: ventureLAB recaps the deeptech-focused panel at Elevate Festival

ventureLAB’s VP of the Hardware Catalyst Initiative, Avinash Persaud, took on the role of moderator for a thought-provoking panel discussion “Sustainable Semiconductor Solutions with AI” at Elevate Festival 2023. 
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Ask the expert: navigating business resources in York Region – a guide for small enterprises

We’re back with another edition of Ask the Expert! This blog series aims to answer the most common questions that we receive from new or prospective entrepreneurs. Joining us this week is Daniela Mazzaferro, Senior Small Business Consultant with our YSBEC team.
Xplore work truck parked on a rural dirt road with a river in the background

Markham headquartered Xplore celebrates completion of groundbreaking fibre internet project in rural Quebec

As the latest testament to the company’s commitment to enhancing rural living, the project has enabled more than 33,000 rural homes and businesses in the province to connect to fibre-to-the-premises Internet with speeds up to one gigabit.
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York Region’s auto parts and autotech sector revs up with the APMA Conference and OVIN Demonstration Zones

York Region Economic Development was out in full force at the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association (APMA) 71st Annual Conference on September 26th as title sponsor, alongside the City of Vaughan to promote our thriving auto sector.
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Legacy Supply Chain announces omni-channel and eCommerce fulfillment expansion in Vaughan

This new facility, Legacy’s fourth in the GTA, is part of Legacy’s US and Canada fulfillment network, with additional locations in the Indianapolis, IN, and Reno, NV markets. This integrated network enables omni-channel brands to deliver products to end consumers faster and more affordably with connected technology and customer service platforms.
Markham Fair entrance

Markham Fair: A Grand Tradition of Excellence and Community Spirit!

Set against the backdrop of the crisp autumn season, this iconic event, happening annually the weekend before Canadian Thanksgiving, draws over 80,000 attendees. With a staggering 12,000+ items showcased by about 3,000 exhibitors, it’s a vibrant display of excellence, competition, and community pride.
Government Officials at Teva Canada

Government tour of Teva Canada’s Stouffville manufacturing facility showcases pharmaceutical capabilities and underscores economic value to Canada

A Centre of Pharmaceutical Excellence – The Stouffville manufacturing facility, one of North America’s largest, produces generic medicines in tablet and capsule dosage forms spanning a wide range of therapies including pain management, cardiovascular diseases, and mental health. The facility provides end-to-end manufacturing of medicines, from dispensing the raw materials to the production of the finished dosage format.
Keswick Business Park

Town of Georgina business park offers a rare location opportunity at the top of the GTA

More than half of Keswick Business Park’s 500 acres have already been snapped up by industrial, high-tech developers