“What they offered was over and above our expectations, and many aspects of the programs, such as one-on-one support, financial assistance, and resources, were real lifelines for us.”
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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 to invest $23 million in Markham-based Edesa Biotech
This groundbreaking project aligns with Canada’s Biomanufacturing and Life Sciences Strategy and will support increased innovation, as well as world-class expertise and infrastructure for clinical trials.
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York Region Headquartered Magna develops 100% melt recyclable foam and trim seating product
The finished seats have the look and feel of seating materials that meet industry standards, while significantly reducing the environmental impact, Magna officials said.
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Newmarket among 10 new Investing in Women’s Futures program locations
The Investing in Women’s Futures program provides a range of services and employment supports to help women overcome barriers, increase well-being, build skills and gain employment.
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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.
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New residents, businesses encouraged to ‘Choose Georgina’ with launch of economic development website
A new website highlighting the reasons people should choose Georgina for their homes and businesses has been launched by the town.
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Brew It Coffee Bar opens in Newmarket
Last month, Mocanu’s dream became a reality when she opened Brew It Coffee Bar, at 460 Davis Dr. in Newmarket.
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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.
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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.
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At the heart of North America’s largest food and beverage hub, Vaughan feeds the world
The sector plays a significant role in the agri-food value chain of York Region, which contributed $547 million in real gross domestic product (GDP) to Ontario’s economy in 2021.
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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.
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Third Canadian Paris Baguette Café is now open in Newmarket
The Newmarket café is the third in Canada and the first corporate location in the country. Paris Baguette plans to add to this expansion by opening additional cafés this year, including another corporate café, as well as several more locations in 2024.
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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.
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