Today, the Province of Ontario, through Metrolinx, released the Yonge North Subway Extension Initial Business Case, advancing the project to the next stage of preliminary engineering and design.
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Ontario Continues to Move Forward with Yonge North Subway Extension
The Ontario government is moving to the next stage of planning for the Yonge North Subway Extension as part of its commitment to build a modern and reliable transit system for the Greater Toronto Area.
Big Boom Will See East Gwillimbury Grow Almost as Large as Newmarket by 2051
According to the report, York Region is expected to add another 800,000 residents, with Newmarket’s population to grow from 90,000 to 110,000 by 2051.
York Region’s Small Businesses Remain Hopeful Despite COVID-19’s Hefty Toll
Locally owned and operated businesses are the social, cultural and economic heart of a community. Unfortunately, this past year has left many unsure if they can continue. In this weeklong series, we look at the vital role local businesses play…
Success Story: Whole Family Health Food
Whole Family Health Food is a community-focused health food store in Georgina, Ontario, offering vitamins minerals, herbs, specialty, grocery, natural body care, and even a section for pets. Watch and learn how the York Small Business Enterprise Centre supported their…
Vaughan Headquartered GFL to Buy Ontario Waste Management Firm Terrapure Environmental for $927.5 Million
GFL Environmental Inc. says it has reached an agreement to acquire fellow Ontario waste management firm Terrapure Environmental Ltd. for $927.5 million.
Markham Headquartered LMN Acquires Slice Technologies
Markham, Ontario headquartered LMN, a business-to-business landscape business management software company, acquired Slice Technologies.
Vaughan Headquartered York Group of Companies Acquires MCS Group
York Group of Companies, a leading provider of environmental and infrastructure services in Ontario, has acquired Toronto-based MCS Group.
Four YSpace Startups Make Prosh Marketing 21 Interesting Start-ups to Watch in 2021
Four startups from YSpace in Markham made the list. They include GoPeer, Blade Filters, Lactiga, and SUKU Vitamins.
Bell and Markham Headquartered Honda Canada Announce New Connected Car Partnership
Bell and Honda Canada today announced that new Honda and Acura vehicles are now equipped with built-in Wi-Fi hotspots that enable drivers and their passengers to stay fully connected online, safely and hands-free, while on the open road.
New Electric Vehicle Chargers Coming to King Township
King Township will be getting a boost from the federal government, to install electric vehicle chargers across the municipality.
Markham Headquartered Dealer-FX Acquired by Snap-on
Snap-on Incorporated, a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of tools, equipment, diagnostics, repair information, and systems solutions for professional users performing critical tasks, today announced that it has acquired Dealer-FX Group, Inc., based in Markham, Ontario, for approximately $200 million in cash.
More Than 63,000 Residents Moving Into Vaughan’s Emerging Downtown Core by 2031
Up to 63,350 residents in almost 32,000 residential units are expected to move into Vaughan’s emerging downtown core by 2031.
Government of Canada Invests in ventureLAB Expansion to Help Strengthen Canada’s Hardware and Semiconductor Sector
The Government of Canada announced an additional FedDev Ontario investment of $4.7 million for Markham’s own ventureLAB to enhance its Hardware Catalyst Initiative Lab with virtual access and greater testing capabilities.
ventureLAB Receives $4.73M in FedDev Ontario Funding to Expand Canada’s First Hardware Lab and Incubator, Catapulting Canadian Tech Founders to the Global Stage
The FedDev Ontario non-repayable contribution of $4.73M will be injected to expand Canada’s first hardware and semiconductor-focused lab
Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) | COVID-19 Funding Spotlight
With CERS each location can receive up to $75,000 in subsidies with a maximum of $300,000 in total for all locations, for each CERS payment period.
$3.9M From Federal Government Helps Create 92 New Jobs at Vaughan, Bradford Manufacturing Companies
Vaughan-based York Metal Products — leading metal fabricator — will be receiving $1.9 million in FedDev Ontario support.
SmartVMC Community in Vaughan Continues Expansion With New Mixed-Use Development
On the northwest corner of Apple Mill Road and Buttermill Avenue, a short walk from the SmartVMC bus terminal and Vaughan Metropolitan Centre TTC Subway Station, the plan calls for towers of 18 and 38 storeys, along with lower-scaled buildings of four and six storeys that will foster a pedestrian-friendly atmosphere at street-level.
Markham Headquartered Redline Communications Aligns with Fibairo to Tackle Broadband Challenges in the United Kingdom
Partnership between Redline Communications and Fibairo marks the completion of 24 months of trials and testing, bringing broadband to rural parts of the U.K.
Seneca Researchers Develop Next-Gen Coating for COVID-19 Vaccines
A team of Seneca researchers is working to develop a next-generation coating to protect sensitive medicines and some of the emerging COVID-19 vaccines.
Richmond Hill Headquartered Lullaboo, Engineering a New Business From the Ground Up
Richmond Hill headquartered Lullaboo has expanded to nine locations across the province, and has several additional locations under construction.
York Region Hardware Tech Companies: A Driving Force for ‘Made in Canada’
In our latest blog, York Region headquartered hardware tech companies Z3 Controls, Microart, and Laipac Technology shared their insights on ‘Made in Canada’ technology with us.
Richmond Hill Headquartered Laipac and UAE companies to roll out Covid-19 tests with results in 5-8 minutes
Laipac Technology, a Canadian Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) company, is partnering with two UAE-based businesses to roll out an artificial intelligence-based Covid-19 test that can give a result from a nasal sample within 5-8 minutes.
With Walmart as Anchor, SmartCentres Pushes Mixed-Use Growth
While SmartCentres REIT’s large Walmart and pharmacy-anchored retail portfolio continues to provide strong recurring income, its mixed-use development program is becoming of ever-increasing importance.
Highly Affected Sectors Credit Availability Program | COVID-19 Funding Spotlight
Qualified small to medium-sized Canadian businesses can receive from $25,000 to $1 million in HASCAP loans, and larger organizations with multiple locations such as a chain of restaurants or hotels can receive up to $6.25 million in funding support.
Seneca-TD collaboration extended to offer successful Career Recharge sessions through 2021
Seneca, with support from TD Bank Group, has extended its successful Career Recharge series of free upskilling sessions through 2021. These sessions aim to help mid-career professionals re-enter the workforce, advance in their field, change careers or start a new venture.
Ontario Expands Eligibility for Main Street Relief Grant
The Ontario government is expanding the number of small businesses that can apply for the Main Street Relief Grant to help offset the costs of purchasing personal protective equipment (PPE) to cautiously and gradually reopen in parts of the province. Small businesses with 2 to 19 employees in all eligible sectors
GE Hitachi establishes new company in Markham for SMR technologies
GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy has formed a new business in Markham to help bring its Small Modular Reactor technologies to market.
Success Story: Doorr
Doorr is a digital lending platform designed for the mortgage industry. They help mortgage brokers, financial institutions better connect and collaborate with their clients. Watch and learn how the York Small Business Enterprise Centre supported their business.
Ontario Small Business Support Grant | COVID-19 Funding Spotlight
The Ontario Small Business Support Grant will grant small businesses between $10,000-$20,000 to help cover decreased revenue expected as a result of the provincewide lockdown.