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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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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
A welder using a welding tool inside of an industrial building. They're wearing welding equipment and bright sparks can be seen.
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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Trade and Tariffs

Global Hamilton Roundup

The latest information on trade missions, resources to attract and retain international entrepreneurs, and connections to trade commissioners.

Aug 28, 2026
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Trade and Tariffs

Trade and Tariff Update – August 25, 2026 

Late in the evening of August 19th, Section 338 tariffs on selected Canadian goods entering the United States came into effect. The Hamilton Economic Development Office has provided an update on estimated local impacts.

Aug 25, 2026
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Feature

Land and Launch: Why Healthcare Robotics Startup ROZOR Chose Hamilton

In our latest Land and Launch feature, ROZOR founder Yusuf Arslan shares how building an AI-powered healthcare robotics company is more than a business opportunity—and why Hamilton's collaborative ecosystem is accelerating his growth.

Aug 20, 2026