1 pixel 1 empty pixel

Categories

The Tariff Impact: Alps Welding

The Tariff Impact Podcast | Dennis Dussin | President, Alps Welding

Listen to the fourth episode of The Tariff Impact Podcast to learn more about what steps Alps Welding President Dennis Dussin suggests other local manufacturers take to minimize the impact on their business by looking at diversifying to new markets and building cooperation at home.
David Paterson

The Tariff Impact Podcast | David Paterson | Ontario Representative in Washington DC, Ontario Government

Listen to the third episode of The Tariff Impact Podcast to learn more about what the Government of Ontario’s representative in Washington DC is seeing on the ground there as Canada and the province continue to work towards a resolution with tariffs imposed by the US Government.
Office building in Markham

Qualcomm’s office lease renewal and expansion in Markham builds momentum in Ontario

The lease renewal and expansion at 105 Commerce Valley Drive in Markham, Ontario, proved to be a significant transaction. The company expanded its footprint in the building to 156,493 square feet, an increase of 48,469 square feet.
CME: What Canada's largest manufacturers and Exporters Industry Association is seeing and doing

The Tariff Impact Podcast | Dennis Darby | President & CEO of CME

Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) has been advocating for and representing member interests and have earned an extensive and effective track record of working for and with 2,500 leading manufacturers from coast to coast to help their businesses grow. Listen to the second episode of The Tariff Impact Podcast to learn more about what Canada’s largest manufacturers and exporters industry association is seeing and doing in regards to the trade uncertainty and tariffs with the United States.
The Tariff Impact Podcast | Episode 1

The Tariff Impact Podcast | Todd Winterhalt SVP | Export Development Canada

Export Development Canada can start all the way at the beginning of an exporter’s journey or at the beginning of a business plan in some cases with market intelligence and information that can be provided to companies, who are looking to diversify markets, put together an exporting plan, and in some cases, all the way through a suite of financial products. Listen to the first episode of The Tariff Impact Podcast to learn more about the supports in place and a historic $5-billion investment to support Canadian exporters during this time of market uncertainity.
Winner announcement at Hannover Messe Robotics Award ceremony.

Richmond Hill-based Maple Advanced Robotics Inc. wins Hannover Messe ROBOTICS AWARD 2025

The ROBOTICS AWARD 2025, one of the most coveted awards in the international robotics community, was presented to Canadian company Maple Advanced Robotics on 19 February 2025 at the HANNOVER MESSE Press Preview. The award-winning MARI AARS project is an AI-driven robotics platform for fast and code-free programming.
Lorex Security Footage

Markham headquartered Lorex partners with Toronto Crime Stoppers to combat rising crime rates

“We are thrilled as we see synergy with this partnership with in our shared commitment to create safer communities through preventative and proactive security measures,” says Steve Hong, VP of Global Sales and Marketing. “With this collaboration and our advanced security technology, we aim to build a safer and stronger Toronto together.”
Elected officials at OVIN DZ event showcase in Vaughan

Interactive autotech and mobility showcase descends on major urban centre in York Region

On December 2, the Driving Innovation – Automotive Industry Networking and Mobility Technology Demonstration Zone Showcase took place at Assembly Park in the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre. This unique event aimed to connect trailblazers from innovative start-ups that are leveraging Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) Demonstration Zones to industry leaders who are shaping Ontario’s automotive future.
ventureLAB 2024 Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund Winners

Announcing the 2024 Winners of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund

ventureLAB, in partnership with York Region, is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund, dedicated to supporting organizations that encourage innovation and cultivate diversity.
Opening ceremonies in Canadian Pavilion

Forging Connections and Driving Growth: A Recap of the 2024 MedTech Conference

The MedTech Conference in Toronto has come to an end and it was an exciting time and valuable experience! The 3-day event, which was leveraged to highlight the strength of York Region’s growing life sciences and health tech sector, was filled with insightful panels, engaging discussions, and dynamic networking sessions.
ventureLAB and Sterling sign MOU

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.
Canada's Best Locations - York Region Press Release

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.
Hannover Messe 2025 Feature

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!
Smartphone with screening imagery on the screen

How ventureLAB is helping a Brazilian medical device startup build credibility in the Canadian market

“Many people ask me: why Canada instead of the US? And my answer to them is: why not Canada?” he said. “We could see not only how powerful Canada is, but also how reliable the Canadian ecosystem is.”
Hardtech Fest

HardTech Fest: ventureLAB’s Premier Event at Startup Fest

ventureLAB is proud to sponsor the inaugural HardTech Fest, Garage & Co’s premier event at Startup Fest’s, taking place on July 10, 2024, in Montreal. In partnership with The City of Markham and York Region, HardTech Fest serves as a premier gathering for leaders and innovators in the Canadian tech ecosystem, offering a unique platform for exploring new opportunities in the HardTech industry.
Skinopathy HealthTech App focused on Skin Cancer

Canadian healthcare tech gets a shot in the arm; featuring Aurora-based Skinopathy

While it’s typically Canadian to not toot our own horn, the country is packed with health-care companies — big and small — with smart solutions to help us live healthier lives. By leveraging technology, including AI, we’re able to better access (and understand) our medical scans, keep a digital eye on our aging loved ones living alone at home, use our smartphone’s camera to detect skin cancer and access trustworthy medical videos rather than Googling symptoms across random sites (and panicking at the misdiagnosis).
York University OVIN announcement

Ontario supports the development of smarter, more sustainable transportation technologies with $1.5M in funding to York Region innovation partner York University through OVIN

The Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN), with support from the Ontario Government, announced $1.5 million in funding to York University and in partnership with Centennial College to support small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups in developing and testing innovative automotive technologies and smart mobility solutions.