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Trade and tariff update (March 3-7, 2025)

To call the pace of the week’s changes rapid is to risk engaging in an exercise in understatement. To Recap the Week At 12:01 am on March 4, 2025, the United States of America invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (1977) and applied…

A market for creativity and diversity: Chat with Souk Marketplace’s Dodji Ousmane

Discover how Dodji Ousmane’s Souk Marketplace in Hamilton’s Jackson Square Mall creates a vibrant, multicultural space for immigrant entrepreneurs to thrive and share their unique products with the community. Souk Marketplace Souk Marketplace is a multicultural, multi-vendor store located in Jackson Square Mall in…

Porter Airlines arrives at John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport

Porter Airlines is set to launch a new air service from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport this summer. This expansion will connect Hamilton from coast to coast with daily flights to Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, and Vancouver. These new routes, announced Tuesday (Feb. 4,…

Trade and Tariffs Update

With the state of trade between Canada and the United States undergoing a period of transformation, this blog post has aggregated a number of resources from provincial, national, and international experts that might shed some additional insights into this complex situation. Economic Development will…

Holiday Events in Hamilton’s Business Improvment Areas

Hamilton’s Business Improvement Areas are ringing in the holiday season with events, family fun, and celebrations for all. With the holiday season returning, the Economic Development team is encouraging Hamilton’s residents to consider the amazing array of shopping and entertainment opportunities available within the…

Hamilton Airport breaks ground on $15 million multi-use facility

John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport celebrated a significant milestone on Thursday (Nov. 24) with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new multi-use Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) facility. Biddle Carson Developments’ transformational construction plans were unveiled at the event. It was attended by industry partners, community…

OmniaBio launches Canada’s largest cell and gene therapy manufacturing facility in Hamilton

OmniaBio Inc. officially opened the doors to its new North American cell and gene therapy (CGT) manufacturing and artificial intelligence (AI) centre of excellence. This state-of-the-art facility in Hamilton is currently the largest of its kind in Canada, marking a significant milestone for the…

Downtown Partnership brings the world to hamilton’s main streets

The International Pop-Up Market @ Ferguson Station received My Main Street support to draw visitors and increase vibrancy in Hamilton, Ontario October 15, 2024 – Hamilton, ON –The City of Hamilton is pleased to announce that the International Pop-Up Market @ Ferguson Station was…

Atlantic Packaging opens 560,000 sq. ft. manufacturing plant in Hamilton

Atlantic Packaging Products, Ltd., a Canadian-owned and operated company based in Scarborough, Ontario, celebrated the grand opening of its newest manufacturing plant in Hamilton. This state-of-the-art, 560,000 sq. ft. facility was unveiled at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday (Oct. 10, 2024). Atlantic Packaging says…

Hamilton ranked among top-20 Best Canadian Locations to Invest for 2024

Site Selection Magazine has again recognized Hamilton as one of Canada’s Best Locations to Invest. This underscores Hamilton’s growing reputation as a prime destination for businesses seeking growth and opportunity. Hamilton’s Economic Development Office is pivotal in attracting and supporting businesses looking to establish…

Hitting the right chord: Kelly Ng’s Main Stage success in Hamilton’s music scene

Welcome to the Land and Launch series, where Invest in Hamilton shines a spotlight on international entrepreneurs who’ve found a home for their businesses in this vibrant city. Today’s story takes us on a musical journey with Kelly Ng. Leaving Hong Kong to study…

Invest in Hamilton and PORCH partner to empower newcomer entrepreneurs in Hamilton

Invest in Hamilton is partnering with PORCH, an exclusive network for immigrant entrepreneurs, to strengthen our commitment to supporting international businesses launching and growing in Hamilton. PORCH provides a welcoming community for newcomers to Canada and immigrants in Canada, offering resources, networking and connections,…

$3.6 million game-changer for Hamilton workforce: Mayor Horwath

The Ontario government announced on Tuesday (July 2, 2024) that it’s investing over $3.6 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) to support various training initiatives and infrastructure enhancements in Hamilton. This funding is expected to provide free training to up to 3,800 apprentices,…

Hamilton: Canada’s rising life sciences powerhouse

Hamilton is rapidly emerging as a major hub for life sciences innovation in Canada, largely driven by McMaster University’s research, innovation, and entrepreneurial support. McMaster has spawned numerous successful startups, like Fusion Pharmaceuticals, which was recently acquired by AstraZeneca for $2.4 billion. Meanwhile, Hamilton…

Rock and Union Spirits: Turning a Hamilton family farm into a one-of-a-kind distillery

In the heart of Hamilton, Brian Burgess, founder of Rock and Union Spirits, is crafting a unique narrative by transforming his family’s Rockton farm into a full-fledged distillery. Hamilton, a hub for over 120 food and beverage manufacturers and a critical player in the…

McMaster-led study to revolutionize cancer care backed by $4.9M Pfizer investment

A groundbreaking study led by McMaster University, aimed at transforming how Canadians with multiple myeloma receive treatment, has secured a $4.9 million investment from Pfizer. The EMBRACE study, coordinated through the Ontario Clinical Oncology Group, will focus on enabling adult patients with relapsed or…

Oak View Group breaks ground on $280M Hamilton arena project, kicking off downtown revitalization project

Hamilton is one giant step closer to enhancing its reputation as a premier destination for entertainment and sports. Oak View Group (OVG) officially broke ground on the highly anticipated $280 million renovation of FirstOntario Centre on Thursday (June 17, 2024). The ceremony at the…

Hamilton’s McMaster and University of Ottawa receive over $115 million to bolster pandemic preparedness

The Canadian Pandemic Preparedness Hub (CP2H), a collaborative effort led by Hamilton’s McMaster University and the University of Ottawa, has secured more than $115 million in research and infrastructure funding. This significant investment by the Government of Canada aims to enhance Canada’s ability to…

Air Canada connects Hamilton with new luxury motorcoach option

Air Canada is offering Hamilton residents a smoother journey to the world by launching a new motorcoach service. This collaboration with The Landline Company connects passengers directly to Toronto Pearson Airport from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and back, creating a seamless travel…

Pfizer Canada invests $500,000 in McMaster’s inclusive vaccine research

Pfizer Canada is investing $500,000 in McMaster projects to address critical gaps in health equity during vaccine development and delivery. This investment, announced at McMaster University on Apr. 23, 2024, aims to support the university’s commitment to inclusive excellence in research. Specifically, it will…

McMaster University and King’s College London partner to advance nuclear medicine research and training

In a groundbreaking collaboration, McMaster University and King’s College London’s School of Biomedical Engineering and Imaging Sciences (BMEIS) have joined forces to propel nuclear medicine research and education. Announced on Apr. 8. 2024, these world-leading nuclear research institutions are pooling their expertise to optimize…

Hamilton’s Innovation Factory and Haltech join forces to supercharge Southwestern Ontario innovation

Ontario’s innovation scene is about to get a major boost. Two of the region’s leading hubs, Innovation Factory and Haltech, announced their amalgamation — signifying a renewed commitment to fostering technological innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable economic growth across southwestern Ontario. The merger, effective Apr.…

AstraZeneca’s $2.4B acquisition of Fusion Pharmaceuticals marks milestone in cancer treatment

A McMaster University spin-out company, Fusion Pharmaceuticals, is being acquired by pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca for $2.4 billion. Fusion, founded by McMaster professor John Valliant, develops radioconjugates for precision cancer treatment. By the second quarter of this year, the company will become a wholly-owned subsidiary…

Steelport offers new vision for Hamilton’s waterfront

A massive redevelopment project to transform 800 acres of Hamilton’s waterfront into a world-class industrial park and community hub has taken a major step forward. Slate Asset Management, the firm behind the Steelport project, applied for a Draft Plan of Subdivision to the City…