
From global roots to local impact: How COOCO is cooking up success in Hamilton
Ryo and Allison brought more than a startup idea to Hamilton—they brought a vision to unite people through food. With support from the city’s Innovation Factory, their app COOCO has grown into a thriving platform helping home cooks reduce waste, save money, and connect with community. This is the story of how one immigrant-led startup is changing kitchens—and lives.
May 27, 2025

From Landing to Launch: Your Hamilton Startup Guide
Ready to grow your business in Canada? Hamilton offers the tools, connections, and community to help you land smoothly and launch successfully. This guide highlights key programs, resources, and real stories to help you get started.
May 22, 2025

Hamilton Trade and Tariffs Update (Week of April 28, 2025)
This week offered some relief to the Canadian manufacturing sector as the United States administration signaled that the anticipated start to tariffs on some Canadian-made automobile parts would not come to pass.
May 2, 2025

Invest in Hamilton April 2025 Newsletter
Apr 30, 2025

Revolutionizing reforestation in Hamilton: MiON Forest’s innovative approach to tree planting
MiON Forest, based in Hamilton, is revolutionizing reforestation with cutting-edge climate technology. Co-founder Sanghyun Kim shares insights on their innovative approach, the support from the Hamilton community, and their ambitious vision for the future.
Apr 17, 2025

Hamilton Trade and Tariffs Update (Week of April 14, 2025)
This week witnessed considerable discussion about tariffs from senior staff and elected officials within the United States administration; however, trade and tariff policies between Canada and the United States, as of the time of this post, remained largely unchanged over the last week. At the same time, the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario announced a number of new programs to support businesses amid trade disruptions.