MARI’s journey began with a single challenge. In 2018, engineers were tasked with automating the precision sanding of car roofs for Magna International, a leading Canadian automotive technology company.
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Automotive & Auto Tech
$1.7M provincial grant helping Newmarket firm protect jobs amid U.S. tariffs
Exco Engineering has received $1,700,800 to help protect local jobs and restore critical supply chains to Ontario in the face of rising threats of U.S. tariffs on automotive tooling.
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Newmarket-based manufacturing firm, Palcam Technologies, gets $3.75M boost as part of federal auto strategy
The federal government is providing a Newmarket manufacturer a $3.75 million boost as part of its efforts to strengthen the Canadian auto sector.
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Ontario gives York Region its own autotech development site and $2.5M to help smaller companies test future products
Ontario Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade Minister Vic Fedeli, York officials and York University announced the Regional Technology Development Site (RTDS), one of nine in the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network, at a York Region Transit building in Richmond Hill last week.
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The Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) supports a nearly $70 Million investment to establish nine Regional Technology Development Sites across Ontario
OVIN is investing $17.5 million to establish nine Regional Technology Development Sites that will catalyze the development, testing and commercialization of automotive, transportation, and mobility solutions.
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15 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.
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Honda Indy moving to Markham
The new temporary track will be built in the eastern precinct of Markham’s downtown, between Kennedy Road, Enterprise Boulevard, Unionville GO tracks and Highway 407.
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Province 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.
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Markham-based taq Automotive Intelligence Revolutionizes Finance with Digital Deal Jacket™
With a continued focus on the future of automotive finance, taq Automotive Intelligence announces the launch of its patent pending Digital Deal Jacket™, a groundbreaking feature within its credit portal.
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2024 Future of Manufacturing report charts a path for Canadian manufacturers
“Canadian manufacturers are facing a period of significant transformation,” said Abdus. Samad, Vice President of Government Affairs and Strategic Initiatives at the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce. “The summit provided an invaluable platform for sharing best practices and identifying areas for strategic investment.”
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Vaughan-based York Metals receives $631,000 investment from Ontario Government
The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of $4,210,000 by York Metal Products Inc. to boost local manufacturing and create 18 new jobs in Vaughan.
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Hanon Systems to build its first EV parts facility in Vaughan, creating 300 new jobs
Global auto parts company Hanon Systems, headquartered in South Korea, is investing $155-million to build a new 284,200 sq. ft. electric vehicle parts manufacturing facility in Vaughan, York Region!
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Government of Canada supports six companies boosting EV growth in southern Ontario; includes Vaughan-based Clover Tools Manufacturing
By expanding production capabilities and adopting new equipment, Ontario companies are meeting the growing demand for innovative production capabilities to feed the EV supply chain.
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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.
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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.
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Discover the top 5 reasons to join the Canadian delegation at the world’s largest industrial trade fair
Calling all York Region Manufacturers, Suppliers and Tech/Automation Providers! In April 2025, Canada will proudly headline Hannover Messe, the world’s largest showcase of advanced manufacturing and energy solutions. Discover the advantages of participating as an exhibitor and sign up now!
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