The City of Toronto is one of Canada’s mega-hotbeds of economic activity and is home to some of the nation’s most driven, successful companies. Both large and small, businesses within Toronto are constantly looking for ways to improve their operations to become more efficient, innovative, and grow into the future. To assist with these business…
The economic success of London, Ontario is heavily influenced by the city’s manufacturing industry. Nearly 30,000 jobs in London are supported by advanced manufacturing, with leading organizations choosing to call the city their home. Companies such as 3M, Brose, and General Dynamics Land Systems have made a commitment to the area because of London’s favourable…
International Commercial Terms, often referred to in industry as incoterms, are internationally adopted rules and regulations used in trade documents. Incoterms are often presented in the form of acronyms, which can make it hard for new exporters to grasp the meaning behind these phrases. Learning and understanding these terms is key to being aware of…
Therapure Biopharma is a leading manufacturer of biologics for medical use with expertise in working with plasma-derived proteins. The Mississauga, Ontario-based business has been able to use this industry-leading knowledge to create a proprietary system known as PlasmaCap Expanded Bed Absorption (EBA). PlasmaCap EBA yields an increased amount of protein from the same quantity of…
The Investing in Business Innovation (IBI) small business loans program was created as part of the $530 million Southern Ontario Prosperity Initiatives (SOPIs). Provided through the Federal Agency of Economic Development for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), IBI provides funding for early stage businesses to commercialize new, innovative products and processes. For many businesses overcoming technology…
Presented by the London Economic Development Corporation (LEDC), the Best Defence Conference is an award-winning defence and security industry event which provides opportunities for national and international companies to network and understand key trends within their sector. Now in its fourth year, LEDC’s Best Defence Conference will be held at the London Convention Centre on…
Canadian small-and-medium sized businesses (SMEs) are vital to the success of the economy and well-being of all Canadians. In 2012, nearly 90% of the Canadian workforce was employed by SMEs, and these businesses were responsible for contributing close to 30% of Canada’s overall GDP. In Ontario, SMEs employ over 3.8 million people and are a…
A well-trained workforce is agile and can easily adapt to change, making beneficial decisions more quickly. Many small businesses in Ontario recognize the need to provide employee training but are hesitant to provide it due to the increased costs it requires. The Canada-Ontario Job Grant (COJG) helps reduce this cost to companies by providing government…
An article recently published in The Hamilton Spectator identified the Ontario automotive sector as lacking leadership and on the verge of a decline. Although the Ontario industry was a top global contender, manufacturers of vehicles and automotive components in Ontario are facing downward pricing pressures from developing nations with low labour rates, and consumer preferences…
Technology’s ability to empower competitive businesses is essential in an increasingly globalized economy. Tracking the evolution of customers’ thoughts and behaviours, market competition, and other factors is a key element of business success and adaptability. To remain competitive into the future, Canadian businesses must have access to the tools and talent which enable them to…