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Announcement In The News

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
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Announcement

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
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Announcement Investment

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

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In The News

McMaster Partnership Supports Ontario’s Growing Life Sciences Sector

A new McMaster University partnership with U of T and Genesys Capital will support early-stage life sciences startups across Ontario, helping strengthen the province’s health innovation and commercialization ecosystem.

Jul 8, 2026
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Announcement

Hamilton Exploring New Agricultural Grants and Incentives to Support Farm Business Growth

The City of Hamilton is exploring a new Agricultural Community Improvement Plan (CIP) that could provide grants, incentives, and other supports for farm expansion, value-added agriculture, innovation, and business growth. Learn how you can help shape the future of Hamilton's agricultural sector and share your feedback.

Jul 8, 2026
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Trade and Tariffs

Beyond the July Deadline: Securing Hamilton’s Supply Chains Amid U.S.-Canada Tariff Extensions

As the July 2026 CUSMA review deadline passes, and Hamilton manufacturers face an evolving trade landscape. Discover how local industrial and automotive businesses can navigate ongoing cross-border volatility, leverage the federal Buy Canadian Policy, and access vital federal and provincial financial relief programs.

Jul 3, 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.

Jun 29, 2026
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Newsletter

Invest in Hamilton June 2026 Newsletter

Jun 29, 2026
In The News

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