The Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP) makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders.
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York Region Business News
Explore an aggregated collection of business news, blogs, and press releases coming from the York Region business community.
Canada, FCM energizes first-of-its-kind net-zero neighbourhood in Markham with $8.7 million investment
An innovative net-zero neighbourhood in southern Ontario is receiving continued support from the Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Green Municipal Fund to ensure residents have access to sustainable and affordable energy.
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New King City animal hospital aims to ‘revolutionize’ care
The owners of a new “cutting-edge” animal hospital in King City say it will “revolutionize animal care by bringing together specialists and advanced technologies under one roof.”
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Aurora headquartered Thermogenics expands into the US southwest with acquisition of Arizona-based boiler service company
Thermogenics announced the acquisition of High Desert Mechanical in Apache Junction, Arizona. This expansion is Thermogenics’ first location in the Western United States.
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Aurora STEM centre, King-based farm partner to engage next generation of farmers
Brandon Hebor, who owns Boreal Farms, has partnered with Anu Bidani, founder of Aurora-based Stem Minds, to run monthly free, community nights since March. There have also been a dozen workshop sessions for children and a free, agriculture-themed summer camp for youth aged 15 and up.
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Newmarket training firm, Fair Chance Learning, gets $2.1M grant to upskill 400 workers
The Main Street educational institution is getting a big boost from the provincial government, with Newmarket-Aurora MPP Dawn Gallagher Murphy announcing $2.1 million in funding Aug. 16.
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Provincial grant helps Newmarket textiles manufacturer, Precambrian Products, expand
The provincial funding comes from the regional development program’s advanced manufacturing and innovation competitiveness stream, which offers grants primarily to small and medium-sized enterprises.
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YSpace launches ELLA Incubator in partnership with York Region
The ELLA Incubator program is part of YSpace’s broader Project JumpSTART initiative, which focuses on driving economic development and innovation within York Region. The collaborative effort brings together YSpace, the Schulich School of Business’s Office of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, the Treefrog Accelerator and York Region to foster a supportive environment for entrepreneurs.
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Vaughan student awarded international business scholarship
EDC awarded a total of $135,000 to post-secondary students demonstrating high levels of academic achievement and a commitment to community service.
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Markham-based CIK Telecom expands fibre internet in Markham and announces strategic partnership with TP-Link
“We are thrilled to bring fibre internet to more homes in Markham and partner with TP-Link to offer our customers the best in-home networking solutions,” said Jordan Deng, CEO of CIK Telecom.
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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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Richmond Hill manufacturer enhances production to support critical sectors
The new manufacturing line has had positive impacts on productivity, allowing M.I.S. to nearly double its electronic components manufacturing per hour.
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