Growing Forward 2 Policy Provides Canadian Agricultural Funding for Small Business

CAMBRIDGE, ONTARIO–(Dec. 19, 2012) – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) recently announced three new Canadian Government funding programs that will come into effect on April 1, 2013 under the funding umbrella Growing Forward 2. The announcement addressed important questions mentioned in our previous article on the potential funding changes in the New Growing Forward 2 Policy Framework….

Business Webinar – Marketing Canadian Manufacturers to the World

Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) has organized an upcoming webinar to discuss the opportunities and challenges for Canadian manufacturers operating in the global marketplace. Participants will receive a highly comprehensive overview detailing the value of numerous marketing tactics and the most effective strategies for your company and sector. When: December 12, 2012; 1-2 p.m. EST…

MaRS Future of Medicine

MaRS, one of Toronto’s most reputable Regional Innovation Centres (RIC), is hosting a new event series called the Future of Medicine. The event is intended for businesses and researchers in the med-tech and life science sectors that are interested in learning about industry best practices related to medical device and drug development. Dates & Times:…

Canada’s Technology Triangle (CTT) International Reception & Dinner

Canada’s Technology Triangle (CTT) is pleased to once again bring together 300+ of the “Who’s Who” of the business community, academia, as well as local, provincial and federal government along with 25 International Ambassadors and Consuls General from such high profile countries as China, Brazil, Germany, USA, India at its International Reception & Dinner on…

Networking Business Event: Communitech Annual General Meeting

Communitech, located in Kitchener, Ontario is one of Ontario’s Network of Excellence (ONE) Research Innovation Centres (RIC). The Ontario Network of Excellence consists of member organizations with commercialization experts that may include: Tech-savvy advisors Experienced entrepreneurs Sector-specific organizations Colleges and university Specifically, Communitech is an association that represents more than 800 technology companies in the…

Small Business Funding Grants Focused on Business Expansion

Small Business Funding Grants Focused on Business Expansion

CAMBRIDGE, ONTARIO – (Marketwire – Nov 14, 2012) The Ministry of Economic Development & Innovation (MEDI) has released two new Ontario government grants & loans programs: (1) the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund and (2) the Eastern Ontario Development Fund. The goal of these funding programs are  to provide financial assistance and incentives to promote regional…

INNOVATION 2012 – Networking Event for Canada’s R&D Community

INNOVATION 2012 is a professional research and networking event that brings together members from all sectors of the R&D community. The conference provides informative and educational seminars where investors, professors, and industry researchers can learn about the latest industry developments and R&D tax credits and funding incentives. When: December 2 – 4, 2012 Where:  Ottawa…

Entrepreneur’s Exchange 2012 Event Hosted at Communitech

The Laurier Innovation & Technology Club’s annual event, Entrepreneur’s Exchange is quickly approaching. This is a free event being held at Communitech, a not-for-profit organization that supports hundreds of technology companies located in the Waterloo Region. Entrepreneurial Event Overview: Entrepreneur’s Exchange The Laurier Innovation & Technology Club, the host of this unique event is an…

Innovation, Research and Development Event: Annual Creative Industries Symposium

Richmond Hill, Ontario is hosting their 2nd annual Creative Industries Symposium Event. This event will focus on innovation, technology and design. This inspiring event attracts a number of different occupations, including: Artist Dancer Designer Writer IT Professional Musician Publisher Engineer Architect In any creative field   If you are any of the above, it is…

Grocery Innovations Canada (GIC) 2012: Trade Show for Ontario Food Retailers

The Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers will be holding another edition of their annual Canadian trade show conference to showcase the latest innovations in the food and grocery retailing sector. The GIC is the largest event for Canadian Grocers and Food suppliers and provides an opportunity for industry leaders to shed light on the latest…