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Announcement

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
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Announcement

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
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Announcement

Hamilton Sets New Economic Record as Host City for the 2026 JUNO Awards

Hamilton has officially recorded the highest measured economic impact of any JUNO Awards host city in history. Discover how the 2026 JUNO Week injected $17.2 million into the local economy, supported 62 jobs, and showcased the city's capacity for large-scale commercial investment.

Jul 23, 2026

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Trade and Tariffs

Trade and Tariff Update – September 9, 2026

With Canada's new counter-tariffs on U.S. goods and immediate American retaliation through import bans and 50% levies, local supply chains are facing a rapidly shifting landscape. Find out which products are impacted and how Hamilton Economic Development can help your business navigate federal tariff remission programs.

Sep 9, 2026
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Financial Incentives

Commercial Districts and Corridors Art Mural Grant Program

Sep 9, 2026
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Trade and Tariffs

September Trade and Tariff Update

September’s Canada-U.S. tariff escalations and import bans impact an estimated 12% of Hamilton’s goods-producing businesses and 11.4% of the local workforce. Discover the latest economic mapping data and how Hamilton's Trade and Tariff Hub connects affected employers to critical government financial assistance.

Sep 9, 2026
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Announcement

AtomVie Opens North America’s Largest Radiopharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility in Hamilton

Hamilton’s life sciences sector sees a massive boost as AtomVie Global Radiopharma inaugurates its new $160-million manufacturing facility at 10 Aeropark Boulevard. The 72,300-square-foot site, now the largest of its kind in North America, is expected to create over 200 highly skilled jobs by the end of 2026 while manufacturing life-changing precision therapies for global export.

Sep 4, 2026
The sun rises in downtown hamilton with an overhead photo showing the downtown core
Announcement

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
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Newsletter

Invest in Hamilton August 2026 Newsletter

Wrap up the summer with the latest insights from Hamilton’s economic development team. The August 2026 edition of the Invest in Hamilton newsletter highlights major project updates, local business success stories, and the key investment news shaping our city. Read the full edition to see how our local business ecosystem continues to grow and thrive.

Aug 31, 2026