Hamilton Named One of Canada’s Best Locations to Invest for the 15th Consecutive Year
For the 15th consecutive year, Site Selection Magazine has named Hamilton one of Canada’s Best Locations to invest. Discover how major corporate expansions, a new clean technology manufacturing strategy, and the transformative TD Coliseum downtown arena redevelopment are driving sustained economic momentum in 2026.
Sep 1, 2026
Federal Government Announces $12.5M in Tariff Response Funding for Hamilton Businesses
The Government of Canada is investing over $12.5 million through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative to help nine local manufacturers navigate trade pressures, upgrade equipment, and protect jobs.
Aug 31, 2026
From Steel City to Food Hub: How Hamilton is Building One of Canada’s Most Important Agri-Food Economies
Hamilton’s agri-food and food and beverage processing sector has grown significantly over the past decade, driven by strategic investments in port and logistics infrastructure and targeted economic development efforts. The Port of Hamilton has seen agri-food cargo rise from about 9% to 40% of total volume, alongside major new developments including a sugar refinery, rail transload facility, expanded flour milling operations, and a large-scale acid production plant—highlighting the city’s strengthening role as a food processing and logistics hub.
Jun 23, 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
Hamilton Becomes New Inland Gateway for Global Trade with Rail Container Approval
Hamilton has taken a major step forward as a national logistics hub. New CBSA approval unlocks inland rail container capacity at the Port of Hamilton, enabling more efficient trade routes, reducing highway congestion, and strengthening Southern Ontario’s supply chains.
Apr 2, 2026
New era for Hamilton airport: Infrastructure investment driving economic growth
Hamilton International Airport has unveiled major terminal enhancements, marking a milestone in the city’s infrastructure development. With expanded air service and modernized facilities, the project reflects Hamilton’s growing role as a regional economic and transportation hub.