Rain Carbon Established North American Innovation Hub in Hamilton
Hamilton's reputation as a centre for advanced manufacturing and clean technology has taken another step forward. Rain Carbon Inc., a global supplier of carbon and chemical products, has chosen Hamilton as the home of its North American Technology Innovation Centre for Energy Storage Materials — a 30,000 square foot research and development facility. The investment positions Hamilton at the heart of a rapidly growing sector in the global economy: the materials that power electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and next-generation batteries.
Jun 9, 2026
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
