Hamilton is Home to New EV Innovation Hub
Hamilton is advancing its role in clean transportation with the launch of a new EV innovation hub at McMaster Innovation Park. The partnership brings together leading researchers, industry partners, and government to accelerate the development and commercialization of next-generation electric vehicle technologies—strengthening the city’s position as a hub for automotive innovation and sustainable mobility.
May 21, 2026
Hamilton Joins the PWHL: The Best Women’s Hockey Players Are Coming to TD Coliseum
The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) has announced a new Hamilton franchise, set to begin play at the TD Coliseum in the 2026-2027 season. Announced on May 13, 2026, this marks a landmark moment for the city – and the latest in a string of major sports and entertainment wins for downtown Hamilton.
May 19, 2026
Hamilton Life Sciences Companies Receive Ontario Funding to Advance Health Innovation
Four Hamilton-connected life sciences companies — Esphera SynBio, NodeAI, Stoked Bio, and Synmedix — are receiving support through Ontario’s Life Sciences Innovation Fund to commercialize health technologies, AI diagnostics and next-generation therapeutics.
May 11, 2026
Port of Hamilton Welcomes New SucroCan Sugar Refinery
Sucro Can Canada has opened a $135-million sugar refinery at the Port of Hamilton, adding major processing capacity and supporting supply chains across Ontario’s food manufacturing sector. The facility strengthens Canada’s agri-food industry and domestic refining capacity.
May 8, 2026
Invest in Hamilton April 2026 Newsletter
May 5, 2026
Hamilton Approves 10‑Year Downtown Revitalization Strategy
The 10‑Year Downtown Revitalization Strategy is a community‑informed plan focused on making Downtown safer, cleaner, more welcoming, and more vibrant for residents, businesses, and visitors. As the heart of Hamilton’s economy, culture, and public life, Downtown plays a city‑wide role — and this strategy strengthens its ability to bring people together and support opportunity as the city grows.