Loblaw Companies has partnered with Eaigle to deploy the software company’s AI-powered technology across several of its distribution centres in Canada. The food and pharmacy retailer is scaling Eaigle’s Vision AI gate automation technology, which validate vehicles and capture freight data in real-time. Full article: canadiangrocer.com
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Aurora-based paper cup and bowl maker, Eco Guardian, sees growing local demand amid tariffs
A Canadian paper cup and bowl manufacturer is seeing growing demand from foodservice customers across the country as tariffs prompt coffee chains and fast-food restaurants to seek out more Canadian-made take-out packaging.
Read MoreYork Region seeks new members to guide local agriculture
The region has put out a call for applications for people to serve in its agriculture and agri-food advisory committee for the 2027-2030 term.
Read MoreKing-based Haven Greens developing solar facility
The King-based agricultural operation is making a significant investment in green technology. Haven Greens is developing a 2 MW nameplate capacity ground-mounted solar facility that will generate renewable electricity for its greenhouse, helping offset a significant portion of its energy needs on-site.
Read MoreWant a salad that won’t send you running to the washroom? Homegrown innovation can help
“Right now is the perfect time to be scaling and expanding controlled environment agriculture in Canada,” says Eric Highfield, the chief agricultural officer at Haven Greens, which operates a fully automated five-acre hydroponic greenhouse in York Region.
Read MoreYork Region Agri-Food Startup Program Success Story: Gathered & Served
From family recipes to a growing food business, Marija Mijovic, founder of Gathered & Served is turning comfort food into a community movement.
Read MoreMarkham manufacturer highlights AI, automation push as Ontario expands $5M digital business funding. Here’s how companies can apply
The additional $5-million investment in the Digital Competence Centre (DCC) was announced May 20 at Sable Metal Fabrication in Markham by the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade.
Read MoreCanada’s quietest $20-billion megaproject happens every spring in agriculture
Every spring, Canada undertakes one of its largest and most consequential national projects — a $20-billion megaproject — and almost nobody notices.
Read MoreMars invests $40M in Newmarket plant as part of Ontario upgrades
Mars, Inc. announced the completion of a $180-million investment to accelerate manufacturing innovation and workplace modernization across its four Ontario facilities, with $40 million going directly to the Mars Snacking plant in Newmarket.
Read MoreOntario welcomes over $11.6 Million manufacturing investment by Eco Guardian in Aurora
The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of $11,659,975 by Eco Guardian, a manufacturer specializing in eco-friendly, compostable food packaging solutions, to increase their domestic manufacturing capabilities and create 42 new, good-paying jobs in Aurora.
Read MoreOntario government announces 2025 Excellence in Agriculture award winners including King-based Haven Greens
Haven Greens in King Township received the Research and Innovation Excellence Award at the 2025 Ontario Excellence in Agriculture Awards.
Read More15 York Region-based companies make Report on Business ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies 2025
For the seventh year, Report on Business has produced a ranking of Canada’s Top Growing Companies, measuring businesses on three-year revenue growth. As a cohort, the 400 companies on this year’s list incontestably bear the scars of the hard yards behind them.
Read MoreProvince Launching Protect Ontario Financing Program to Support Sectors Impacted by U.S. Tariffs
Ontario-based businesses in these sectors that are facing tariff-related challenges, such as payroll, lease payments and utility payments, will be able to access the Protect Ontario Financing Program in addition to federal government supports, such as loans and loan guarantees, and would undergo rigorous assessment and due diligence to determine eligibility and ensure taxpayer funds are used responsibly.
Read MoreNewmarket headquartered Eco Guardian launches Canada-wide eCommerce store for sustainable food packaging
Eco Guardian’s e-commerce store makes it easier than ever for consumers and busy owner-operators to access sustainable food packaging solutions.
Read MoreFour York Region restaurants make list of 100 best patios in Canada
Open Table releases a list of the 100 best restaurants for outdoor dining in Canada every year.
Read MoreTwo York Region companies receive Bioenterprise Canada round 2 funding from the Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative Commercialization Stream
Bioenterprise Canada is pleased to announce the successful applicants of the Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI) Commercialization Stream! Twelve organizations have been selected for the second call for proposals to receive funding to conduct market validation and product development projects, and to bring those innovative solutions to the market.
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