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Hub for Food & Bev Processing

Smart Logistics engine of Canada

Powering Innovation. Start-ups and relocations are calling Ontario home

Highly efficient transportation infrastructure with innovative research make Ontario a top pick

Ontario is home to a world-leading cluster of robotics manufacturers

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It’s Time to Expand or Relocate Your Business to Canada: Invest in Ontario

eading international businesses looking to expand into the North American market find Ontario offers everything they need to thrive and compete. Its business-friendly attitude, skilled workforce and robust research and innovation ecosystem are among a long list of advantages that combine to make Ontario the economic engine of Canada, responsible for almost 40 per cent of the national GDP and $390 billion in trade with the United States. Ontario is a vast province at the gateway of North America, and offers enviable transportation links, a highly educated and diverse population of 14 million people, and the unique intersection of the technology and digital space with the muscle of the manufacturing heartland. A shining example is the automotive industry. Ontario has long been a powerhouse in the manufacturing of vehicles and parts, but it now home to more than 300 companies and organizations pioneering connected and autonomous vehicle technologies. Among the province’s key and growing sectors are advanced manufacturing, aerospace, food and beverage processing, clean tech, and smart logistics. For instance, 200 companies employ 25,000 people in aerospace in Ontario. Ontario’s population is better educated than those living in any OECD country and the province is home to highly rated and innovative post-secondary institutions. More than 55,000 people graduate from the critical STEM fields each year, who will lead the way on some of the world’s most pressing issues, including a post-pandemic recovery and climate change. Ontario is attracting leading companies and some of the best talent from around the world. According to commercial real estate giant CBRE, Toronto’s talent pool grew by 250,000 or 36.5 per cent between 2015 and 2019, ranking it fourth on the continent.

The province welcomes and embraces people from around the world through immigration and education. Close to 30 per cent of Ontario residents are foreign born. Site Selection Magazine once again named Ontario its Canadian Competitiveness Award winner in 2020, pointing out that the province had the largest share of its corporate workforce employed by a multinational at almost 40 per cent. Among the many international companies investing in Ontario in 2020 were Netflix, HSBC, Amazon, GM, and Fiat Chrysler. Businesses enjoy a stable, resilient economy, low corporate taxes, and an open-for-business approach from government, which earned a rating of A- on the Canadian Federation of Independent Business’s 2021 Red Tape Report Card. Ontario is what the future of business looks like.

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Prepared to do business.... Middlesex County offers a rich rural-urban landscape in the heart of Southwestern Ontario. Complete with all the must haves for multi-nationals or local businesses looking to expand or upgrade facilities, Middlesex offers prime location, affordable land prices, educated workforce, multilevel government support, and desirable quality of life. Our 401 and 402 series highways are vital in transporting goods to destinations across the globe. Rail and air transport are locally available with both Canadian National and Canadian Pacific traveling through the County and the London International Airport offering a central location for both cargo and people. Also located about an hour from here is port access to the Great Lakes’ shipping channels. The municipality’s ‘prepared-to-do business’ approach is credited as one of the many reasons why renowned companies such as Bonduelle North America, Gray Ridge Eggs, Catalent Pharma Solutions (Molnar Park), Armatec Survivability (DaVinci Park), Ideal Pipe and Algonquin Bridge (Thorndale Park) call Middlesex County ‘home.’ Companies prospecting for the optimum mix of location, (including attractive property priving) and additional amenities, really strike it rich in Middlesex. With a population of 425,683, the City of London is Canada’s 11th largest city, which serves as an advantage to Middlesex given the access to established economic sectors, and the many graduates from Western University and Fanshawe College. Both education institutions rank high as leaders in research and public/private partnerships so it’s no wonder why Stats Canada (2016) identified Middlesex County residents as possessing an education level higher than the national average. The quality of life in Middlesex is enhanced by the celebration of arts and culture and the vibrant shopping and entertainment options. As well, short commutes, traffic that moves, fresh air, safe spaces, and active living options can all be accessed by families in our intimate communities. This is a place where front porches are used, street hockey is played, and children walk to school. Come see for yourself why businesses call Middlesex County ‘home.’

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Ontario, Canada: A Hub for the Food & Beverage Processing Sector

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Access to Incentives, Talent and Research

ith its competitive and stable marketplace, ease of access to ingredients, highly efficient transportation infrastructure, and an innovative research climate, Ontario has emerged as a hub for food and beverage businesses from around the world.

Thousands of food processing companies are already flourishing in the province and many others are planning to make the move to Ontario’s large cities and rural communities. The main draw for most is the opportunity to increase efficiency by tapping into the established network of essential goods and services providers in the industry. Ingredient manufacturers, speciality importers, value-added processors, analytical laboratories, and specialty packaging, storage, and transportation providers are easy to come by, making Ontario an attractive option for those seeking to expand, relocate, or start up a food and beverage business. Plant-based manufacturers and cannabis producers are also flocking to the area in Canada after seeing the success of others in the baking, meat processing, candy, drink, packaged goods, and frozen food sectors.

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Dr. Oetker operations in London Ontario allows the perfect mix of international know-how, quality workforce and a great proximity allowing production of 50 million frozen pizza per year.

Competitive and Stable Marketplace

Established Transportation Infrastructure

ntario has one of the largest economies in North America with strength in automotive, aerospace, chemicals, mining, and biotech. It also hosts more than 200 distinct ethnic backgrounds that each add to the diversity of what is produced for consumption in the world’s markets. A key government priority is to create an environment where businesses and families can flourish and drive economic growth in the province, so Ontario invests heavily in publicly funded post-secondary institutions and keeps corporate taxes and energy prices low. Financial assistance is also available to help food and beverage manufacturers cover the costs of infrastructure, human capital expenses, and the development and commercialization of advanced technologies. Due to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), trade between Canada, the United States and Mexico is smooth, transparent, and low risk. The Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) makes it easy to trade with overseas markets as well.

Food and beverage products can reach their markets quickly due to the expansive 400-series highways that connect to major arteries across Canada and the United States. This transportation infrastructure makes trucking a preferred option for many of Ontario’s food producers who rely on speedy and cost-effective ground transportation for efficient operations. These established routes also contribute to no-hassle importation of fresh and frozen food ingredients. Due to Ontario’s freight-friendly border crossings, high-volume rail and international inland marine shipping can be utilized for time-sensitive and bulk orders. International air cargo is also an option suitable for businesses with smallvolume and high-value shipments. Travelling for business or pleasure is also a breeze as Ontario’s five international airports offer short flights to most of Canada and hundreds of cities in the United States. Frequent flights also depart to South America, Europe, and Asia if you need to cross the pond.

Ease of Access to High-Quality Ingredients

Innovative Research Climate

With vast amounts of fertile farmland and lush pastures (some just outside of large cities), many agricultural commodities are grown or raised on Ontario’s farms and later processed in local facilities. Major field crops include hay, soybeans, corn, wheat, barley, mixed grain, oats, rye, and canola. Livestock and poultry farms are abundant, and tens of thousands of hectares of fruit and vegetable crops are grown each yeari. Regulations are in place for food processing and handling to reduce contamination along the supply chain and to comply with the non-GMO rules in the EU, leading to Canada’s reputation for safe grain products, produce, meat, and poultry.

Ontario is home to the country’s oldest and most prestigious agriculturally focused university – the University of Guelph (U of G) – which is a leading researcher on the future of food science and food processing. The U of G also runs the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety (CRIFS) that provides expertise regarding new product development, food safety, quality control, and analytical testing. Students, professors, and industry experts come from around the world to study, research, and collaborate at this well-respected university and many settle in the region due to the opportunities for skilled employees in Guelph and surrounding areas.

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The Agriculture & Food Laboratory (AFL) unit of the Laboratory Services Division at the University of Guelph is laboratory partner of choice for agriculture, food safety, and animal health testing. Services include: DNA analysis, microbiological testing, agrochemical testing, specialized microscopy, soil nutrient analysis, diagnostic analysis, and testing for drug residues, pesticides and allergens to name a few.

Additional academic institutions offer industry-specific training including Conestoga College’s Craig Richardson Institute of Food Processing Technology (Kitchener) and Brescia University College’s School of Food and Nutritional Sciences (London). Many other community colleges offer vocational food processing training, making Ontario a hotspot of knowledge, resources, and skilled workers.

Regional Food and Beverage Hubs While Guelph is a major hotspot for food and beverage innovation in the province, other hubs have emerged over the years in Burlington, Kawartha Lakes, London, and Middlesex County.

Burlington, Ontario Located on the north shore of Lake Ontario, Burlington is a prime location with a large-scale distribution network that can reach 142 million consumers in a single day’s drive. This region is ideal for corporate headquarters for food and beverage manufacturing, processing, packaging, supply chain and services, technology, wholesale retailers, and research and development. It offers 33,000 workers employed by nearly 1,700 food and beverage companies and 6,500 acres of land that is used strictly for farming fresh ingredients.

Kawartha Lakes, Ontario East of Barrie and Lake Simcoe lies Kawartha Lakes which is an area well-suited to livestock operations. The region offers ease of access to forage and pasturelands and a strong agriculture service network. Major commodity groups include beef cattle, dairy, soybeans, corn, grains, sheep, and goats. Most notable

The Ontario Food Terminal is Canada’s largest wholesale Fruit and Produce Terminal. It ranks amongst the top four Terminal Markets in Canada and the United States by volume of produce distributed.

in the region though is family-owned Kawartha Dairy Limited which produces cow milk and cow milk ice cream that is a favourite treat of many people in Ontario.

London, Ontario West of Brantford, London offers shovel-ready, fully serviced municipal lands that are ready for food and beverage manufacturers who are seeking fresh ingredients, cold storage facilities, and an array of options for distribution, packaging, and automation equipment suppliers. This region is surrounded by fertile farmland and is the only municipality in Canada that draws freshwater from two great lakes.

Middlesex County, Ontario Agri-business facilities in this region (that surrounds London) focus on sustainability and environmentally friendly processes that minimize their carbon footprint. The County boasts some of the most fertile land in Canada which produces large harvests and a variety of crops. Agri-business represents a quarter of all enterprises in this region, generating $552 million worth of goods annually. Located near Windsor and Sarnia, shipping goods to the United States via land, air, and sea is easy.

Exploring the Future of Consumable Goods As consumer demand increases for plant-based food and beverage alternatives, many new and established businesses across Canada are making moves to capture market share in this rapidly growing sector.

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HOPA’s port network connecting working waterfronts in Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe

rom one end of Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe to the other, a new network of industrial lands is coming together, ensuring space for manufacturers and other industries to grow in Ontario, supported by modern and efficient transportation infrastructure. Over the last three years, the Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority, or HOPA, has grown through the amalgamation of the ports of Hamilton and Oshawa, bookending the Greater Toronto Area. Most recently, it has expanded operations into the Niagara region, acquiring and managing industrial properties for third parties. HOPA’s mission of supporting Canadian business and facilitating trade delivers on an essential need in Canada’s industrial heartland. Stretching from Durham Region in the east, including Toronto, Mississauga and Hamilton, to Niagara in the southwest, Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe is one of Canada’s most diverse economies, accounting for fully 25 per cent of national GDP. More than 135 million consumers live within a day’s drive. Connection to the Great LakesSt. Lawrence Seaway provides water connections to Canada-US Great Lakes cities, and companies located here have a direct export-import connection to any port around the world. HOPA now has more than 1,000 acres (400 hectares) of land in its portfolio, including properties tenanted by more than 140 companies, with areas available for lease and development. HOPA’s properties are unique in their access to the most robust water, rail and highway transportation services available in the province. “It’s about more than just having space to locate a business,” notes Jeremy Dunn, HOPA’s Commercial Vice President. “When we work with our customers, it’s as a development partner, understanding how we can leverage our transportation assets to improve their whole supply chain.” HOPA’s tenants benefit from a partnership approach that might include fasttracking development, investing in infrastructure alongside port tenants, construction management services, or educational and skills training partnerships. “We will create a custom solution that gives you the space and transportation services you need, support to get your facility up-to-speed fast, and a supportive team to help you grow in the future,” says Dunn. HOPA’s tenants include logistics service providers, manufacturers, and agrifood exporters. Companies in the HOPA Ports network have invested more than $350 million in recent years, including refrigerated warehouses, export terminals, rail transload facilities, and food processing plants. “Ours is an offering that’s totally unique in Ontario,” says HOPA’s Jeremy Dunn. “Industry in Ontario continues to evolve – we’re providing flexible space and the supply chain supports for these companies to compete globally and thrive.” Visit hopaports.ca to learn more.

A NEW WAY TO MOVE GOODS IN AND OUT OF CANADA’S BUSIEST MARKET

n a sunny day in June 2021, 300 shipping containers were loaded aboard the vessel Sedna Desgagnés at the Port of Hamilton bound for the Port of Montreal. Launched by Hamilton Container Terminal (HCT), in partnership with HOPA Ports, this new ‘Short Sea Shipping’ service uses the Great Lakes as a marine-highway alternative to road-based transportation. Every day, more than 10,000 trucks move goods between the Greater Toronto-Hamilton area and Montreal. The new shipping service moves some of this traffic to a greener, less-congested water route. Upon arrival at the Port of Montreal, most of the containers are transloaded onto oceangoing vessels, destined for markets in Europe, India and the Middle East. “A Great Lakes container service has been a goal for us since day one,” said HCT President Amandeep Kaloti. “We are thrilled to see this initiative come to life.” The service feeds Canadian export markets for products such as steel, agricultural products and lumber. HCT also sees opportunity in ‘flexibags’, a fillable insert that allows the transport of liquid commodities by container, potentially enabling exports of Canadian goods like edible oils and Ontario wine. “As we focus more now on growing our economy and trade, this service could not be starting at a better time,” said Ian Hamilton, President & CEO of HOPA Ports. “There is an appetite to consider new solutions that help us build back smarter, greener, and more efficiently. Short sea shipping on the Great Lakes has been talked about for a long time, but a number of factors have aligned now to make it work.”

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ASPIRE Food Group is currently building the world’s smartest and densest cricket production and processing facility in London, Ontario

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ith easy access to fresh ingredients, fully serviced industrial lands, a talented workforce, and an abundance of goods and services providers, London is a prime location for both new and established agri-food businesses alike. Recently, this city in southwestern Ontario has seen a surge in health food companies, which begs the question: is London becoming a healthy hotspot?

Health Food Companies Making London Home London already plays host to large food and beverage companies like Maple Leaf, Dr. Oetker, Labatt, Nestlé, and McCormick. Businesses in the health food sub-sector have taken notice of the success achieved by these big players. Companies like Booch Organic Kombucha, Plantworthy Food, Rebel Remedy Health Bar, Pulp & Press Juice Co., and Kosuma Foods are just some of the health-focused companies to settle in the area. Among more recent additions of innovative health food brands are Aspire Food Group, Forest City Microgreens, and Nuts for Cheese.

Aspire Food Group—Working to Alleviate Food Insecurity Aspire Food Group (Aspire) is pioneering sustainable insect agriculture to address food insecurity by bringing a protein alternative to market. Their solution provides nutrition to people and pets and offers a way to stimulate plant fortitude without the use of conventional pesticides. For Aspire, establishing their operations in London was an easy decision. “London checks many boxes that any growing company will find hard to match elsewhere in southwest Ontario: great talent, excellent research institutions, an entrepreneurial city hall and development office, great amenities, recreation for young families, and dynamic access to international markets. Aspire is thrilled to have chosen London as the home of our commercial production facility and headquarters,” says co-founder and CEO, Mohammed Ashour.

Forest City Microgreens—Super Versatile Superfoods Forest City Microgreens offers healthy, local, and fresh microgreens, growing kits, seeds, and other supplies to serve health-focused commercial and

residential establishments. Their nutritious products are popular among restaurants and consumers who are looking to add power greens to their menus. For Forest City Microgreens, the supportive community of London has provided significant opportunities for growth. “Consumers and businesses in London have been very receptive. We have been able to sell our products through our online subscription program, at local restaurants, retirement homes, farmers markets, and independent grocers. We look forward to continuing to expand in the region with the great support of the London community,” says operations manager, Santiago Ramirez.

Nuts for Cheese—Say “Cheese” with Ease! Nuts for Cheese produces 100% dairy-free plant-based cheese for artisan cheese lovers. What started with one ambitious chef in the back of a vegan kitchen has grown to a team of 25 employees in a 25,000 square foot manufacturing facility in London. The company has benefited from access to the skilled and diverse workforce in the region. “London has been a rewarding place to do business. We’ve benefited from the incredibly supportive community and a range of accelerator programs, as well as easy access to the Canadian and US markets,” says founder and CEO, Margaret Coons.

Establishing Roots in London 90+ companies employing more than 7,000 people have found that London has all the right ingredients for starting or expanding their food and beverage operations. Businesses seeking to establish deep roots can take advantage of local produce, shovel-ready land, key service providers, world-class talent, robust transportation infrastructure, and agri-food focused support. The Grove in London offers new and established business access to shared space, resources, and programming to promote innovation, education, and growth. “London is attracting significant investment, growth and success in our health and agri-food sectors as they continue to be key drivers in London’s economy, said Kapil Lakhotia, President & CEO London Economic Development Corporation. “It only makes sense that these two sectors have come together to put London on the map for healthy solutions made right here.”

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Ontario’s Smart Logistics has become the economic engine of Canada

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he movement of goods is a central economic function. In fact, it can be argued that it is the backbone of the economy. After all, nothing can be manufactured without delivery of raw materials and components and no products find their way to end users – consumers or businesses – without a complex and multi-layered ecosystem of transportation, distribution and warehousing. Ontario’s economy – the engine of Canada – relies on seamless, integrated and efficiency-based supply chains. Ontario’s logistics and transportation industry is vibrant and growing because the province is a high-value and competitive location to do business, offering with easy access to the heart of North America. Ontario is a large mass of land and water, featuring everything from rich mineral resources to fruitful farmlands to dense corridors of manufacturing and technological power. The province is connected to the U.S. by 14 border crossings and is the fifth-most populated jurisdiction in North America.

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POWER OF AUTOMATION

ogistics and supply chains are among the many industries that are under transformation due to the disruptive power of robotics. Ontario is home to a world-leading cluster of robotics manufacturers, engineers, components makers, and systems integrators, academic and research institutes, and supply chain leaders that are driving adoption of automation that results in decreased labour costs, increased productivity, quality and safety, and enhanced competitiveness. More than 350 automation and robotics-related companies are located in Ontario, making for the largest concentration of robotics and automation firms in Canada (both foreign-owned and domestic). They include manufacturers that specialize in developing robots, unmanned vehicles and software platforms for warehouses and distribution centres. Ontario has the skilled labour needed to lead the way in industrial automation and robotics. Twenty-four of the province’s colleges offer automation and robotics-related programs, 14 universities offer industrial engineering degrees and four universities offer mechatronics programs. As well, the province is home to advanced research networks that are fuelling innovation in all aspects of robotics and automation, as well as partnering with companies at all stages of development.

COLLABORATION IN ACTION Among the many examples of that in action is a partnership between retailing giant Canadian Tire and Toronto-based start-up NuPort Robotics, Canada’s first autonomous trucking company. Backed by a $3-million investment from the Ontario government, the collaboration is undertaking an automated heavy-duty trucking project to test a first-of-its-kind-in-the-world technology. “Ontarians rely on goods being delivered by trucks across the province every day and projects like this are demonstrating the ways that automated truck technology could help businesses meet delivery demands more efficiently while supporting a strong supply chain in Ontario,” said Caroline Mulroney, Ontario’s Minister of Transportation. The two-year project between Canadian Tire and NuPort Robotics also has $1 million in support from Ontario’s Autonomous Vehicle Innovation Network (AVIN), an initiative by the Government of Ontario to reinforce Ontario’s

NuPort is Canada’s first Autonomous Trucking Company Automating global supply chains in order to dramatically improve their efficiency

position as a North American leader in transportation technology and infrastructure systems. Another strong example of innovation in supply chains is Goodfood Market Corp’s recent announcement of its lease of its first automation-enabled local fulfilment centre in Ottawa. The online meal and grocery distribution company’s new facility has the ability to deliver 4,000 products on a same-day or faster basis. Goodfood is collaborating with Microsoft to build customized technology solutions enabling cutting-edge real-time order orchestration and delivery processes. Ontario is also home to the Centre for Intelligent Antenna and Radio Systems (CIARS) at the University of Waterloo, which is developing cuttingedge understanding of electromagnetic communication and sensing science and engineering that will continue to transform how goods are moved and handled locally and around the world.

SMART PROCUREMENT Ontario is driving innovation into its own government supply chain through a new smart procurement system. Managing the $29-billion provincial supply chain is a key part of Smart Initiatives, a cornerstone of the province’s plan to build a smarter, fiscally sustainable government. “Ontario’s Supply Chain Centralization Smart Initiative is already transforming how the public sector delivers services to businesses, families and people from all walks of life,” said Peter Bethlenfalvy, President of the Treasury Board, after a series of roundtables with sector leaders and job creators. “A more streamlined and collaborative supply chain system will make sure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely, while making it easier for businesses to do business with the government.” The government’s vision is to create an integrated, best-in-class centralized supply chain that will leverage the purchasing power of the whole of government to get the best deal for the public and make Ontario one of the top supply chain leaders in the world. The new approach is projected to save $1 billion annually and will ensure provincial supplies of personal protective equipment and other critical supplies and equipment in times of crisis. A new agency will oversee government procurement, increasing support for Ontario-made goods and stimulating job creation.

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Centre for Intelligent Antenna and Radio Systems (CIARS) has been established to provide researchers around the world with an inspiring exploration and development environment for innovation in all aspects of electromagnetic communication and sensing science and engineering. CIARS is located at the University of Waterloo

CELEBRATING SUPPLY CHAIN DIVERSITY The size, scope and complexity of Canada’s supply chain necessitates tapping into the nation’s diversity to develop talent. Supply Chain Canada’s Canadian Immigrants Impacting Supply Chain initiative is an acknowledgement of newcomers who contribute to enhancing the supply chain profession through their work ethic, drive and leadership. As well, Supply Chain Canada recognizes women within the sector with the 100 Influential Women in Canadian Supply Chain initiative. It aspires to promote awareness of supply chain careers and encourage women to join the sector. The initiative recognizes executives and corporate leaders, academics, professional service leaders, and other experts and influencers within Canada’s supply chain sector. The sector is also leading the way on innovation and collaboration. Supply Chain Canada and the Healthcare Supply Chain Network have a first-of-itskind joint venture to deliver state-of-the-art tools and best practices that enhance the skills of professionals within the critical healthcare sector.

PROVINCE-WIDE CAPACITY Here is a look at just a few of Ontario’s leading logistics hubs: Cornwall Business Park – The 121-acre property in eastern Ontario is strategically located within a four-minute drive from Highway 401 and is in close proximity to rail, a border crossing and major Canadian and U.S. markets. The business park is a thriving logistics hub home to some of Canada’s largest distribution centres, including Walmart, Shoppers Drug Mart and Benson. Brampton – A fast-growing city within the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area and in the middle of the Innovation Super Corridor, Brampton is a hub within North America’s transportation network. It is home to Canada’s largest inland port and CN, the largest intermodal railway terminal in the country, and is adjacent to Canada’s largest airport. Its location and access to skilled workers make Brampton an economic gateway for quick and efficient movement of goods and service. There are more than 11,000 employers within the logistics sector, which

Brampton Smart Terminal is a part of CN Rail’s supply chain service. As the world sees growth in smart logistics, CN has embarked on a journey to build out capacity and improve customer service at the Brampton Intermodal Terminal (BIT)

contributes about $2 billion to the national GDP. The sector has grown more than 260 per cent in the last 10 years. Mississauga –Industries involved or dependent on goods movement account for almost half of the Mississauga’s economy. It accounts for 30 per cent of the Greater Toronto Area’s logistics sector and it has grown by 30 per cent in just the past three years. The city is home to Canada’s largest airport, which features over 1.2 million square feet of airport warehouse space, capacity to handle 1 million metric tonnes of cargo annually, and 24/7 customs clearance. Mississauga is also the only city in the region serviced by three principal railways and seven major highways. The city is less than a 90-minute drive to the U.S. border. Southern Ontario Airport Network – The organization brings together 12 airport operators to work together to grow and amplify air service in one of North America’s fastest-growing regions. SOAN draws on lessons from megacities and fast-growing regions around the world to ensure the needs of all aviation stakeholders are met and that economic development is fuelled and supported by air service. Profile HWY H2o – Hwy H2O is a 3,700-kilometre marine highway that offers shippers direct access to the commercial, industrial and agricultural heartland of North America. It includes a network of more than 40 ports and provides access to a market of more than 150 million people. An initiative of the St. Lawrence Seaway, it promotes the ability of marine to deliver cargo reliably and efficiently, in complement to road and rail networks. More than 164 million tonnes of cargo are shipped annually through the St. Lawrence Seaway and the five Great Lakes. CN Rail – Offering a network of more than 32,000 kilometres spanning Canada and mid-America and connecting three coasts – the Atlantic, the Pacific and the Gulf of Mexico – CN Rail moves more than 300 million tons of cargo annually. It is a backbone of the supply chain, employing 24,000 people and transporting more than C$250 billion worth of goods each year, and offering a network of 40 distribution centres and 23 intermodal terminals. CN complements its rail service with a fleet of trucks and ships.

HAMILTON ONTARIO CANADA BUSINESS MOVES HERE

• Canada’s largest overnight express cargo airport & hub for ecommerce

• Busiest of all Canadian Great Lake Ports

• Two Class 1 railways: Canadian Pacific & Canadian National Railway

Global life sciences firm, Stryker, is just one of the latest companies choosing the Flamborough Business Park as their new home. Located just seconds from Highway 403 with direct access to Toronto and the Niagara/US Border, this central location is a key consideration for major goods movement companies.

• Optimizing highways & major road network for goods movement Hamilton’s Airport employment growth District Features several prime development areas and tenants such as amazon and dhl

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London, Ontario is Making its Mark as a Logistics Leader

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ondon, Ontario has captured the attention of multinational conglomerate, Amazon, and other logistics-focused companies due to the city’s strengths in certain key areas. Manufacturing, access to five major U.S border crossings, shovel-ready lands, and a talented workforce that supports manufacturing, agrifood production, head office functions, product development, and distribution, are among the top reasons the city is a preferred logistics centre. In London, Amazon joins logistics leaders like HCL Logistics, Simtech Supply Chain Management, Churchill Logistics, Drexel Industries, and Versa Cold Logistics Services to name only a few. For HCL Logistics, the city is an ideal location for their 700,000 square foot facility due to the many benefits of the region. “HCL Logistics Inc. benefits from operating in London, Ontario, due to the city’s diverse and talented workforce, its centrally located position in southwestern Ontario, and proximity to the US markets. We have strong support for economic growth from the municipal government and related organizations. The majority of our customers see the benefits of London as well, and either become our customers due to relocation here, or their desire to have their product/service located in London,” says vice-president, Franco Barbon.

Why Companies that Bet their Reputations on Optimized Logistics Choose London Strength in Manufacturing The abundance of companies in advanced manufacturing makes London an attractive location for businesses looking to help manufacturers get their products to market in Canada, the United States, and beyond North America. With more than 34,300 employees and 500 companies, London’s advanced manufacturing sector represents approximately 12% of all employment in the region. Defense and composite material-based products are driving growth in this sector, as well as the aerospace, automotive, sporting goods, and building products industries. Many of these manufacturers seek third-party logistics companies to ensure their products are delivered efficiently to retailers.

Access to Major U.S Border Crossing and CN and CP Rail Systems Companies operating in London also benefit from proximity to the 401 highway which carries $1.5 billion in trade daily and provides access to 150 million consumers within a one-day drive. The city also offers access to five major U.S border crossings (Sarnia/Port Huron, Windsor/Detroit, and Niagara/Buffalo), and the CN and CP rail systems, providing a range of options for land, sea, and air transportation.

Industrial Infrastructure For Amazon, a 250-hectare industrial property (that was previously occupied by successful automobile manufacturer Ford Motor Company) has been selected as the site for their two fulfillment centres. Construction is currently underway, and the London Economic Development Corporation is pleased to welcome Amazon to the community. “We are thrilled to welcome Amazon to London,” said Kapil Lakhotia, President & CEO, London Economic Development Corporation. “Their brand, global reach and innovative distribution technologies will act as a magnet for new investments.”

Talented Workforce and Access to Research and Development Institutions With a talented workforce specializing in logistics, engineering, production, electrical, and quality assurance, London has an abundance of skilled workers ready to get the job done. The region is also connected with 25 research and development institutions for businesses looking to optimize their logistics operations.

Support from the London Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) Companies that choose to start-up or scale-up their logistics operations in London benefit from robust support at the local level. The LEDC strives to ensure that small, medium, and large enterprises have the talent, resources, and business conditions they need for lasting success. “London continues to be a dynamic hub that provides businesses with skilled talent, access to raw materials, and to a variety of markets,” said Kapil Lakhotia, President & CEO, London Economic Development Corporation. London’s strength in advanced manufacturing, agri food, and health have created a great environment for many successful logistics operations.”

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ntario has all the components necessary for aerospace companies of all sizes and types to rise to the highest of heights as recovery from the global pandemic takes hold over the next several years.

The province is already home to a strong aerospace and defence sector that is built on a thriving manufacturing ecosystem, a deep innovation infrastructure, ready access to talent and markets, supply chain expertise, and an open-for-business approach. More than half of the world’s top 25 aerospace companies already call Ontario home and there are made-in-Ontario parts or engineering found on virtually every passenger aircraft flying around the globe today. The province has a well-earned global reputation for aerospace excellence. The province is also attracting innovative start-ups and leading researchers who are drawn by a network of research centres and testing facilities that are developing innovations in aircraft assembly and aerostructures, avionics and electronic systems, business jets, turbine engines, landing gear systems, environmental technology, unmanned aircraft, satellites, and space robotics. For instance, Ontario provides landing gear for 75 per cent of Boeing and Airbus commercial aircraft programs. Canada’s aerospace industry is the fifth-largest in the world and the third-largest in civil aircraft and engine production. There are more than 200 firms that, before COVID-19 devastated the industry, employed more than 44,000 people directly or indirectly in Ontario’s aerospace sector and generated more than $6 billion in yearly sales. The sector accounted for an annual GDP impact of $4.4 billion (direct) and $6.4 billion (direct and indirect) in 2018. When it comes to space, Ontario accounts for nearly 70 per cent of the country’s revenues and 60 per cent of employment. The province’s defence sector generates $5.3 billion in annual sales. Ontario offers unmatched advantages to aerospace companies, including:

• aerospace manufacturing costs in Canada that are lower than in any other G7 nation • strategic proximity to major North American markets • unparalleled transportation infrastructure that includes five international airports and North America’s second-busiest international hub at Pearson International Airport • the greatest concentration of artificial intelligence and robotics expertise in Canada • and a provincial government thoroughly committed to the success of the aerospace sector.

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With regional headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, Airbus is an established supplier of military systems to the Canadian government. (above) Airbus C295 “Kingfisher” search and rescue aircraft to the Royal Canadian Air Force

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hose focused on growth have everything they need in Ontario. Across the province, 22 colleges and universities offer more than 40 degrees and diploma programs in engineering, aviation and space education that produce nearly 40,000 graduates every year. Aerospace engineering PhD and Masters programs are offered at the University of Toronto, Ryerson University (Toronto) and Carleton University (Ottawa). In addition, companies such as Bombardier, Diamond Aircraft, Longview Aviation, and CAE offer paid apprenticeships to hundreds of students annually in Ontario. In an effort to target high-school students, a Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) is a specialized program that allows grade 11 and 12 students to focus their learning on a specific priority sector like aerospace and aviation. It also assists in their transition after graduation to apprenticeship training, college, university or the workplace.

for the next generation of aircraft, engines and avionics systems developed in Canada. Collectively, the province’s aerospace sector spends more than $500 million on research and development each year. The Ontario Aerospace Council (OAC), a not-for-profit organization of industry stakeholders, is committed to enhancing recognition of Ontario’s capabilities as a leader in global aerospace markets and to working together to build greater expertise to assure future growth and prosperity.

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More than half of the world’s top 25 aerospace companies have operations in Ontario. They include: Bombardier, Airbus, L3Harris, Honeywell, Collins Aerospace, General Dynamics, Raytheon Technologies, Leonardo, Safran, Thales, Northrup Grumman, and PCC Aerostructures Canada. Other leading aerospace companies taking advantage of what Ontario has to offer include: Boeing, MDA, Precision Castparts Corp., and De Havilland Aircraft of Canada. Lockheed Martin, Rolls Royce, General Electric, and Rockwell Collins are defence operators with key locations in Ontario. From OEMs to components suppliers to systems integrators, Ontario aerospace companies are world-renowned as leaders, including: • Blackberry, which is developing leading-edge software and security technology for industries like aerospace and aviation; • Thales Canada, which is responsible for the technology of Air Canada’s inflight entertainment, the Canadian Army’s command-and-control, and the Canadian Coast Guard’s on-board electronics; • Airbus Helicopters Canada, a subsidiary of the world’s largest helicopter manufacturer and the only subsidiary to produce composites; • Fleet Canada, an aerospace manufacturer that specializes in detailed part fabrication, advanced composites, metal-to-metal bonding and airframe assembly for commercial, military and civil programs.

Ontario’s government supports growth and development initiatives in aerospace, including providing grants for export expansion, small business supports, hiring and training and research and development incentives that demonstrate innovation, including enhanced energy efficiency. The province is even more committed to backing the aerospace industry as it begins the recovery from the pandemic. Initiatives in place will ensure that Ontario-based companies have what they need to move forward into years of rebuilding and growth. The government’s Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative (SADI) was designed to encourage innovation in products, services and processes in the aerospace, defence and security sectors. It is available to firms of all sizes and seeks to bolster strategic research and development, enhance competitiveness of Canadian companies, and encourage collaboration. The Green Aviation Research and Development Network (GARDN) is a non-profit government organization funded by the Business-Led Network of Centres of Excellence (BL-NCE) and the Canadian aerospace industry aimed at increasing Canada’s aerospace competitiveness. It funds collaborative projects

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AEROSPACE CLUSTERS A growing number of Ontario cities have clusters of aerospace expertise.

Ottawa The nation’s capital has more than 300 companies actively engaged in aerospace, defence and security, including Fortune 500s, a large network of R&D and testing infrastructure in space, defence and aerospace, strong post-secondary institutions and a high concentration of tech talent. As the home to the Department of National Defence, Canadian Security and Intelligence Service, Public Safety Canada, Canadian Air Transport Security Authority, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Communications Security Establishment Canada and Canada Border Services Agency, Ottawa is a natural hub for Canada’s defence and security sector.

Toronto More than 15,000 people work in nearly 150 establishments within the Toronto region’s aerospace sector. In addition, the recently formed Downsview Aerospace Innovation and Research (DAIR) Consortium, a collaboration between academia and industry supported by all three levels of government, will be a world leader in R&D and innovation. DAIR is the centrepiece of the growing Downsview Aerospace Campus Hub at the heart of the Toronto aerospace cluster.

Waterloo Waterloo Region has a growing aerospace sector of 85 businesses centred around the Region of Waterloo International Airport, located just 45 minutes west of Toronto, minutes from the critical Highway 401 corridor and less than two hours from three U.S. border crossings. Waterloo airport’s Aviation Business

Park offers close to 1,000 acres available for development within Canada’s advanced manufacturing and innovation corridor. Boasting one of the top flight schools in Canada and nine colleges and universities within commuting distance that offer a combined 23 aerospace-related programs, Waterloo Region is home to diverse aerospace talent.

North Bay A significant cluster of aerospace firms involved in a wide range of activities is established at the North Bay/Jack Garland Airport in northern Ontario, including aircraft manufacturing/assembly, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), and flight training and post-secondary aviation training activities through Canadore College. Together, these companies employ in excess of 500 employees.

Bay of Quinte Aerospace and aviation related manufacturing in the Bay of Quinte in eastern Ontario is based in an investment-ready industrial park adjacent to Canada’s major airforce base in Trenton. The region is also home to multiple logistic companies and highly skilled employees, including well-trained ex-military staff. Trenton is expanding and investing in new infrastructure and looking for private-sector partners to help with everything from new hangars to engines and parts, and advanced aviation and defence technology.

Sault Ste. Marie Sault Ste. Marie in northwestern Ontario has a bustling airport community, including fixed-base operators, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) companies, flight training facilities, a campus of Sault College, two Ontario government hangars, and numerous private hangars. There are over 1,000 acres available for development at the Sault Ste. Marie airport.

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he increasing number of electric vehicles (EVs) on our streets will mean a surge in new jobs, products, and businesses both in Canada and around the world. Keeping those businesses moving forward will require a home base close to the right markets, skilled and knowledgeable professionals to do the work, and access to the right mix of incentives and materials. “The battery and EV markets are growing exponentially and there is a race among global players to capture the market,” said Abdul Razak Jendi with Kingston Economic Development Corporation. “Choosing the right site for expansion is vital for success and we believe that Kingston is a frontrunner among Canadian cities in what it offers to companies in the battery manufacturing and EV space.” Situated along Canada’s busiest highway, Kingston at the centre of the country’s most densely populated belt stretching from Windsor to Québec – home to a third of Canada’s population and touching many of its automotive manufacturing facilities. Kingston’s prime location, the research and talent emerging from its three post-secondary institutions (Queen’s University, St. Lawrence College, and Royal Military College), and the long-time presence of research and development facilities for DuPont and Novelis has resulted in the city having one of the highest densities of chemical process experts in the country.

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One of two of Li-Cycle’s commercial spoke locations in Kingston Ontario

“Companies such as Dupont & Novelis here spawned businesses like a dandelion blowing seeds around, spreading skilled abilities in aluminum alloying and casting throughout the community and attracting businesses to Kingston,” said Boyd Davis, President of Kingston Process Metallurgy (KPM). “Between that local metal knowledge and Kingston’s location near the population centre of Canada, it’s a great place for a regional or national hub to help service lightweighting of electric vehicles.” Kingston has already had some success in turning its natural advantages into business success for EV-related businesses. When Li-Cycle needed support to refine and improve its lithium-ion battery recycling technology, it turned to two Kingston-based organizations for help: GreenCentre Canada, an organization that provides specialized technical services to companies developing sustainable chemistry-based technologies; and KPM. Thanks to that partnership, Li-Cycle was able to scale up their process and commercialize in a very short time, allowing it to become the North American leader in li-ion battery recycling, including its first commercial plant in Kingston which was fully commissioned in the summer of 2019. “Bringing our economically and environmentally sustainable lithium-ion battery recycling technologies to Kingston was a significant accomplishment for Li-Cycle,” said Ajay Kochhar, Li-Cycle Co-founder, President, and CEO. “Our facility is close to a substantial supply of end-of-life batteries and battery manufacturing scrap, which optimizes our supply chain and reduces the environmental impact of transporting materials.” The partnership has also been positive for KPM, which has since launched its own accelerator and is working on an advanced battery project with a Britishbased client along with a number other start-ups in the chem-tech space. Businesses like Li-Cycle, meanwhile, have further been able to pair Kingston’s strong natural assets with federal government programs such as its Net Zero

Kingston Process Metallurgy Inc. (KPM) performs contract bench scale and pilot process development work for chemical and metallurgical industries.

Ajay Kochhar, Li-Cycle Co-founder building the future of sustainable energy and most recently took the company public on the Nasdaq stock exchange.

Accelerator, an initiative intended to speed up decarbonization efforts, and with Canada’s natural deposits of lithium, graphite, cobalt, and nickel. Couple these assets with government incentives for consumers to purchase EVs and a recent purchase of thousands of electric buses, and the market for businesses supporting the EV sector is set for success in Kingston and in Canada. “Whether companies are looking to start a pilot project, take on full-scale manufacturing to capture some of the new business emerging from the growing EV sector, or work with the talent emerging locally, we would love to engage and explore opportunities,” added Jendi. To learn more about how you can supercharge your business investment in Kingston, visit kingstoncanada.com.

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Global Cleantech Firms Power Ontario’s Innovation

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s consumers continue to challenge brands that employ resource-intensive processes, cleantech firms are stepping up to offer low-carbon and low-pollution solutions to current and anticipated challenges in the energy, technology, water, and waste management sectors. To make their mark, global cleantech companies are seeking to start or expand their operations in a region that offers a talented workforce, research and development infrastructure, and the support system they need to bring their environmentally friendly solutions to market. Many have found that Ontario is the perfect fit with a robust system that is conducive to success.

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ith an abundance of public and private funding programs and industry and government support at the ready, Ontario’s cleantech industry is number one in Canada for good reason. Hosting 3000 companies, 134000 skilled cleantech employees, $25.4 billion in annual revenues, and $5.8 billion in export earnings, Ontario is a clear frontrunner as a location for establishing or expanding cleantech operations.1 Many cleantech firms are already calling Ontario home. Currently, Ontario firms bring expertise and leadership in: • Renewable energy generation and storage • Water and wastewater • Environmental engineering • Bio products • Hydrogen • Chemical recycling of plastics • AI, machine learning, and big data

Cleantech Leaders in Ontario In the energy sector, Hydrostor Inc., Hydrogenics, and Silfab Solar are some of the cleantech firms that are changing the way power is generated and stored. In the water purification and waste management industries, Lystek International Inc., Trojan Technologies, and Aslan Technologies are utilizing technology to make water and wastewater processes more efficient. Pond Technologies is using microalgae to convert major industrial emitters’ CO2 emissions into biofuel and, subsequently, bio-oil and bio-diesel. An up-and-coming cleantech company, KPM Power, has also settled in Ontario to get a foothold in battery solutions and services that accelerate the launch of affordable cleantech and alternative energy products. Specializing in customized lithium-ion battery solutions, battery management systems, global supply chain, UL certification, and design for manufacturing services, KPM Power is a cleantech company to watch. These are just a few of the many cleantech leaders who are up and running in Ontario and taking advantage of all that the province has to offer new and established businesses.

Federal Ecosystem of Support for Clean Technology Since 2017, the Government of Canada has invested $2.3 billion to support the innovation, commercialization, and adoption of clean technology across the

country. Due to this investment, there is now a diverse ecosystem of programs and services that encourage entrepreneurs to start new businesses or adapt their existing processes.

Clean Growth Hub The Clean Growth Hub helps cleantech entrepreneurs and cleantech adopters navigate federal funding and support by listing programs and opportunities offered by the 16 federal departments and agencies that form “The Hub”. This ecosystem helps new entrepreneurs navigate the various stages of business development including R&D, piloting, commercialization/market entry, growth, and exporting. While it is not a funding program in itself, the Clean Growth Hub does list sources of funding relevant to each stage a business may be in. For businesses that are not clean technology producers, the Clean Growth Hub ecosystem encourages the adoption of processes that have a lesser impact on the environment. Advice on funding, rebates, and incentives are also provided to companies that have made a commitment to improve their environmental performance and energy efficiency. Federal departments and agencies in the Clean Growth Hub: • Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada • Natural Resources Canada • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada • Business Development Bank of Canada • Canadian Commercial Corporation • Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada • Environment and Climate Change Canada

• Fisheries and Oceans Canada • Export Development Canada • Global Affairs Canada • Indigenous Services Canada • National Research Council Canada • Standards Council of Canada • Sustainable Development Technology Canada • Transport Canada • Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat

The 16 federal departments and agencies offer various funding programs to support cleantech businesses. For example: • Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) provides funding to clean technology development and demonstration projects that are in the start-up or scale-up stage. Eligible projects must be beyond

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proof-of-concept and be able to demonstrate the potential for greenhouse gas emission reductions, reductions in water consumption, and/or the reduction of water, soil, and air contamination. • The National Resource Council of Canada’s Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP) provides financial assistance, advising services, and connections to help SMEs develop and commercialize clean technologies. The program offers funds to assist in R&D and offset the costs associated with hiring new graduates. Up to $10 million is available for larger projects.

Ontario’s Cleantech Networks Tackling the world’s most pressing global challenges is no small feat and progress is not made in a vacuum. In Ontario, all cleantech sectors recognize the benefit of collaboration and offer membership-based associations that cleantech leaders can get involved in. These associations offer opportunities to share knowledge, network, and gain access to the valuable support that businesses need as they start or expand in Ontario. The Ontario Environment Industry Association (ONEIA) represents over 200 companies that provide environmental products, technologies and services to government and industry. Members pay an annual membership fee to get facetime with ministers, MPPs, and other senior bureaucrats with the goal to discuss the environment industry and government issues. Members also benefit from networking, mentorship, and B2B sponsorship opportunities throughout the year. The Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) represents organizations and individuals developing renewable energy and community power projects. Depending on the subscription selected, members have access to a sector directory and competency database, networking opportunities, and participation on committees. Corporate and Major Corporate Sponsorship subscriptions offer a higher degree of support along with more marketing and speaking opportunities. The Ontario Water Consortium (OWC) encourages collaboration between private companies and academic researchers to accelerate and commercialize innovative water technologies that deliver economic benefit to Ontario and Canada. There are also national networks that cleantech business can explore such as the Canadian Solar Industries Association (CanSIA) and the Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA).

Incubators and Accelerators in Ontario Incubators and accelerators are also doing their part to advance cleantech by establishing programs tailored to businesses in agri-tech, energy, water, advanced manufacturing, transportation, advanced materials, and waste management. For example: MaRS Cleantech is located in Downtown Toronto and is one of the world’s largest urban innovation hubs. It consists of entrepreneurs, investors, scientists, policy makers, corporates, and research institutions that are committed to growing the cleantech industry. The Accelerator Centre in Waterloo offers the TD Sustainable Future Program that supports start-ups committed to one of the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Relevant UN Sustainable Development Goals • Clean water and sanitation • Affordable clean energy • Industry, innovation, and infrastructure

• Sustainable cities and communities • Responsible consumption and production • Climate action

Programs, challenges, initiatives, and incubators are also on the rise across Ontario as more organizations and academic institutions recognize the importance of working together to address issues surrounding sustainability.

Ontario: A Place to Grow With an abundance of federal funding, provincial and national networks, and an increasing number of incubators and other programs across the province, Ontario is quickly becoming a hotspot where start-up and scale-up cleantech companies can thrive. Established corporations are also recognizing Ontario as an attractive location to expand due to the robust support and incentives available for adopting clean technology. These supports aim to help businesses and the planet by reducing barriers to the development and adoption of sustainable processes in Ontario, a critical part of making true progress toward a brighter future for many generations to come. Ontario Environment Industry Association. (2020). ONEIA EIW 2020 Infographic. ONEIA. https://prezi.com/i/v7lqtpsor-na/oneia-eiw-2020-infographic/

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McMaster University Faculty of Engineering Research Facility for Integrated Building Energy Harvesting Systems (ReFIBES) is the only test facility of its kind in North America for research in integrated energy systems for community and urban use.

Canada’s Clean-Tech City: Hamilton Ontario. Manufacturing, training, R&D and incentives is why Hamilton is on the clean-tech rise A

ll the advantages of doing business in Hamilton – a skilled workforce, an unrivalled multi-modal transportation network, cutting-edge research and development capabilities, and development-ready land and building opportunities – have now established Hamilton as a clean-tech hub. Global leaders in water and wastewater technology, next-generation vehicles, power generation, materials recovery and recycling, and renewable fuels call Hamilton home. Hamilton is at the heart of Canada’s innovation corridor and boasts both a world-class university and a research-intensive college that together provide an infusion of talent into a local labour force of more than 400,000 people and more than 2 million within a 30-minute commute.

Powerhouse research McMaster University is home to a range of research centres and institutes dedicated to environmental research in water and energy. The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada’s Photovoltaic Innovation Network is led by McMaster and brings together 29 researchers from 13 universities. As well, the United Nations University’s Institute for Water, Environment and Health is based at McMaster Innovation Park (MIP) and acts as the UN’s think tank confronting a global water crisis. McMaster’s Research Facility for Integrated Building Energy Harvesting Systems (ReFIBES) is the only test facility of its kind in North America for research in integrated energy systems for community and urban use.

Mohawk College’s Energy & Power Innovation Centre is a national technology access centre, acting as a resource for companies adopting new technologies. Mohawk is also home to the Centre for Climate Change Management, the Additive Manufacturing Innovation Centre, as well as the Joyce Centre for Partnership & Innovation, Canada’s first net-zero institutional building and a living lab for sustainability.

Community assets Hamilton Harbour is the long-time home for the Canada Centre for Inland Waters, which includes Environment Canada’s National Water Research Institute, the largest freshwater research institute in the country, along with Fisheries and Oceans Canada. CanmetMATERIALS, located at MIP, is the largest research centre in Canada dedicated to fabricating, processing and evaluating metals and materials to improve energy efficiency, performance, and sustainability. The City of Hamilton itself is a national leader in energy efficiency, including being No. 1 in co-generation facilities for renewable energy through HCE Energy, its geothermal district energy program. The municipality also offers a range of incentives that reward environmental sustainability measures, including its Environmental Remediation and Site Enhancement (ERASE) Community Improvement Plan to catalyze brownfield remediation, the Revitalizing Hamilton Tax Increment Grant Program to reward environmental projects, and a LEED grant program to encourage sustainable development.

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Mohawk College in Hamilton Ontario Canada is home to the Energy & Power Innovation Centre (EPIC) providing expertise and facilities to support companies with their operational challenges with a particular focus on energy and resource management

Decarbonization at ArcelorMittal Dofasco The federal government is investing $400 million in ArcelorMittal Dofasco to help the steelmaker convert to new, low-emissions electric arc furnaces and explore future green technology, such as hydrogen. The conversion – a $1.8-billion decarbonization project – will cut annual greenhouse gas emissions from the steelmaker by three million tonnes by 2028. “As part of this extraordinary project, we will partner with organizations with clean-tech technologies, including hydrogen and renewable fuels, that will play a role in the decarbonization of the steel industry and heavy industry in general in Canada,” said Tony Valeri, vice president corporate affairs at the company.

Leading the way to electric motors The McMaster Automotive Resource Centre, also at MIP, is one of Canada’s leading research facilities in electric and hybrid vehicles. Enedym, a technology company developed out of MARC and the work of Dr. Ali Emadi, has secured $15 million in financing from investors to accelerate Enedym’s motor technology. In a deal announced in August, Napino Group, one of India’s leading suppliers of automotive electronic products, will license Enedym’s technology for use in two-wheel electric motorcycles and scooters.

The service will benefit the Hamilton region’s agriculture, manufacturing and logistics sectors, says HCT founder Amandeep Kaloti. “We are creating an ecosystem to take advantage of the water to move goods. Waterways are underutilized but getting trucks off roads has a huge impact on the environment,” said Kaloti. Other clean-tech success stories in Hamilton include: • FedDev Ontario is investing $10 million in the establishment of iHub at McMaster University to advance electrification in the automotive and aerospace sectors. Industry partners include Ford, Honda, Bombardier, Stellantis (Fiat Chrysler), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and De Havilland. • Fibracast is a global leader in the research, development and manufacturing of advanced membrane technologies for wastewater treatment that are used around the world. • The Centre for Integrated Transportation and Mobility (CITM), a division of Hamilton’s regional business accelerator, Innovation Factory, is accelerating the development of connected and autonomous, multi-modal and integrated mobility technology solutions. • The Hamilton Industrial Environmental Association (HIEA) is an organization of 14 of the city’s industrial giants that collectively invested almost $600 million into environmental capital improvements between 2015 and 2020.

Turning to the water Hamilton Container Terminal is a $70-million investment in port and terminal infrastructure at the Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority to institute a short sea service. It’s expected to develop into weekly calls between Hamilton and Montreal and biweekly calls to Halifax and Saint John, N.B.. In 10 years, it’s expected HCT will move 580,000 ocean containers, carrying goods worth approximately $11.6 billion and will reduce carbon emissions by 500,000 metric tonnes.

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Peterborough, Ontario – a connected community of cleantech innovation A

s the world transitions to a clean growth economy, Peterborough, Ontario is well set to contribute to the shift. The community is home to rich natural resources, leading educational institutions, and a well-equipped business and innovation landscape. Peterborough is also home to world-class research facilities that are actively partnering with local cleantech businesses and start-ups. This includes Trent University and Fleming College, and within a short drive, Ontario Tech University. Leading the growth of the local clean technology scene, is Cleantech Commons, an 85-acre cleantech-focused research and technology park. The initiative is one-of-a-kind in Canada. Created alongside Trent University and designed to be a point of convergence for academic and industry partners, Cleantech Commons is focused on clean, green, & zero-carbon technology research, innovation, commercialization & entrepreneurship. While Peterborough’s growing cleantech innovation cluster benefits from strong connections to global leaders in the cleantech sector including SGS Canada, Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments, Rolls-Royce Naval Marine Canada, Aclarus Ozone Solutions, and Rainmaker Worldwide, as a hub that is specifically designed to boost collaboration between private industry and the academic, research and student communities, Cleantech Commons is about helping get new technologies from the laboratory to the marketplace more quickly. Peterborough is home to a variety of cleantech programming from both local and nearby educational institutions. In addition to offering top programming, these educational institutions are key players in various innovative projects and incubator programming that support the growth of the sector. Peterborough is also in geographic proximity to major educational and commercial hubs in the Greater Toronto Area, Ottawa, Montreal, and the United States. The community’s University, Trent University, has one of the largest Environmental & Life Sciences graduate programs in Canada, with over 175 students graduating per year. This provides a huge source of market-ready graduates for full-time work or students looking for co-op programs and undergraduate student internships. Trent’s Environmental & Life Sciences program is one of the oldest thesis research based environmental graduate programs in Canada, and one of the top programs of its type in the country. 94% of its students obtain employment between 6 months to 1 year after graduation. The university houses several Environmental & Life science Research Centres which provide opportunities for students to undertake research using 14 worldclass facilities. Trent University is also a key partner in several innovative projects pushing the envelope in cleantech innovation. These include the Cleantech Commons

research park, The Cube business incubator, and the Trent Makerspace, a worldclass lab facility for cleantech companies to produce, test, and commercialize IPbased products. Fleming College’s School of Environmental and Natural Resources Sciences and School of Trades and Technology offers unique programming such as an environmental technician diploma and advanced water systems operations and management certificates. Many programs offer part-time and/ or co-op options. Fleming College’s internationally recognized Centre for Advancement of Water and Wastewater Technologies is a world-renowned institute for alternative wastewater treatment expertise, research, and resources. CAWT provides applied research and technology development services to the private sector, government and non-governmental agencies, and universities, as well as Water Operator and Wastewater Operator Training for students. Canada’s budget 2021 proposes to provide $17.6 billion toward a green recovery. Peterborough is well-positioned to leverage Canada’s commitment to making investments in clean technology that lay the groundwork for a stronger, greener, and more sustainable economy. Creating opportunities to positively impact the future is what the Cleantech Commons research park is all about. That includes providing a collaboration hub for students, academics, entrepreneurs, and businesses to explore new ideas, develop prototype designs, and create new cleantech products and services. This is a place for industry to work alongside Trent’s world-leading researchers and students to explore practical solutions to global energy, environmental, and climate challenges. Offering a combination of value-added services, specialized facilities, business and professional service expertise, mentorship, incubation programming, experiential learning opportunities, co-working spaces for aspiring student entrepreneurs, and commercialization training for researchers, Cleantech Commons is about transitioning cutting-edge research breakthroughs to the global market, turning research into practical applications and commercial outcomes, enhancing economic growth and social impact, tackling pressing societal challenges, and shaping the green economy of the future. This is a community where innovation flourishes, enduring partnerships are created, and creative collaborations begin. If Cleantech Commons sounds like a place you would like your company to call home, contact Martin Yuill at (+1) 705.748.1011 ext. 6036 for a confidential discussion, or visit www.cleantechcommons.ca to find out more. If you are interested in doing business in Peterborough & the Kawarthas region, contact Suzanne McCrimmon, Director of Business Development for Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development at (+1) 705-872-6802 or visit www.peterboroughed.ca

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Advantage Brantford

— A progressive community for families and businesses in Ontario has become an attractive area for businesses in Ontario due to our Establishing a Business vibrant community’s projected growth and convenient access to transporta“Brantford tion routes. This business expansion is creating jobs for residents, enriching our community, and contributing to the fulfilment of our very ambitious agenda.” – Brantford Mayor, Kevin Davis

One of Canada’s Best Locations to Invest and Grow In 2020, Site Selection Magazine recognized Advantage Brantford among 20 local and regional groups as “Canada’s Best Location”, and for good reason. Located in Canada’s economic heartland along the picturesque Grand River, Brantford offers a vibrant atmosphere for residents, visitors, and businesses. Founded in 1839 by Mohawk leader Captain Joseph Thayendanegea Brant, Brantford is now renowned as the “Telephone City” crediting Alexander Graham Bell’s invention. Self-proclaimed by Bell as the “dreaming place”, Brantford continues to be a progressive community full of innovation and opportunity.

Living in Brantford Whether you are looking for elegant living in a cutting-edge condominium or prefer a country home on the outskirts of town, Brantford offers something for every taste. With just under 100,000 residents, you can enjoy the bustling downtown core with hometown hospitality or tread off the beaten path to enjoy nature. Explore world-class entertainment options, shop at unique boutiques, taste your way through the city, and be sure to brush up on our local history at one of our many museums and galleries. In 2020, MoneySense Magazine praised Brantford as being one of the top 10 best places to buy real estate in Canada for the sixth consecutive year. The city has since seen an influx of residents relocating from surrounding areas bringing with them in-demand skills and thriving businesses.

Brantford’s strategic location enables businesses to reach major North American markets. Easy access to major highways, railways, cargo and passenger aviation systems, and extensive inland and international marine shipping facilities, makes Brantford an ideal location for manufacturing and shipping. In 2020-2021, many established businesses are choosing Brantford as a region to expand or relocate their operations. The region has become particularly attractive to a number of manufacturing and food production companies. For example: • A $19.1-million expansion is underway at the Piller’s Fine Foods processing plant. • Grissin Bon Limited is expanding their food manufacturing facility with an additional 26,414 square feet of production space. • Upfield Canada Inc. is moving their spreads, margarine, and dairy alternatives product production from Etobicoke. • The Hershey Co. will move from Mississauga into a 48,124-square-metre facility in Brantford. • CM Labs will supply Brantford-based forestry equipment manufacturer, Tigercat, with state-of-the-art simulators. • FI International Inc. will expand its operations into Brantford after acquiring Fleetway Transport Inc. • Heritage Hockey Sticks Inc. will be transferring operations from a smaller facility in Cambridge to double their manufacturing space in the Brantford location.

Discover Brantford, Ontario For more information on living and working in Brantford, see Advantage Brantford or contact the Economic Development Department. You can also stay in the loop by following us on Facebook and YouTube.

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Mohawk College’s interdisciplinary Digital Health degree features best of hands-on learning, small class sizes Graduates will work in exploding fields of electronic health records, wearable devices, data analytics

ohawk College’s new Digital Health degree program builds on its deep expertise in the field and will prepare the experts who will lead the continuing digital transformation of healthcare that features everything from electronic health records and wearable devices to virtual health, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. Mohawk’s four-year honours Digital Health program that begins in September brings together computer science, health and business into a dynamic interdisciplinary field and will blend experiential and classroom learning with industry applied research. It is a natural progression of the college’s global leadership and innovation in digital health established through the mHealth & eHealth Development and Innovation Centre (MEDIC). “This is the first stand-alone degree program at Mohawk College and there is great excitement around that milestone,” said Elizabeth Fabbroni Martin, Associate Dean, Electrical and Computer Engineering. “It will feature the hands-on learning and small class sizes we are known for, along with the theoretical and fundamental knowledge that comes with a degree. This is a unique offering that leverages Mohawk’s expertise and reputation in digital health.” The program, which is taught by faculty from both the School of Engineering Technology and the School of Health, is complemented by a new Digital Health post-graduate certificate aimed at working professionals in the fields of health, business and technology.

Degree students will benefit from state-of-the-art labs, work placements, and a two-semester capstone project working with an industry partner. They will gain a comprehensive grounding in the digital health tools and platforms, strategies, policies, and procedures that enable high-quality healthcare, says Martin. “Mohawk has established leadership in engineering, business and healthcare, a strong complementary relationship with industry thanks to MEDIC, and Hamilton is home to amazing healthcare institutions that are committed to pursuing innovation. That makes Mohawk the perfect place for this program.” MEDIC, Canada’s only Technology Access Centre (TAC) in Digital Health, has helped governments, not-for-profits, and businesses develop innovative digital health solutions since 2007. Its eHealth Ontario Innovation Lab provides an open-access platform for companies to test and scale their products in a virtual environment. A recent explosion in digital integration in healthcare makes the timing of the degree program ideal, says Martin. “The pandemic has presented the opportunity to take care of people in new ways. That was happening already but the pandemic required a massive shift. And we are just at the beginning of the transformation and the reinvention of what healthcare looks like.” Graduates will have the skills and experience to design and develop healthcare solutions in a range of settings – from hospitals and other clinical facilities to government agencies to technology companies – that will improve patient outcomes and experiences and make the healthcare system more efficient.

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There is a real industry need for the intersection of skills that bridges the gap between technology, business and healthcare, says Andriana Lukich, Director of Digital Solutions at St. Joseph’s Healthcare in Hamilton. She oversees a team of 50 responsible for clinical platforms and patient portals, data analytics, electronic medical records, and virtual care. They facilitate creative problem-solving across interdisciplinary teams, design solutions, and engage with users and act on their feedback. After working with MEDIC, Lukich was asked to contribute to a program advisory committee for the digital degree.

“I said yes right away because this is a passion project. Getting this program right is so valuable for this community because it will foster digital health experts of the future.” The program is built on years of consultation and collaboration with industry partners. “Mohawk is taking a practical and holistic approach to ensuring graduates develop the right toolbox of skills,” said Lukich. “Getting this right means better experiences for patients.” mohawkcollege.ca/digitalhealth

Digital Health Innovation Mohawk’s expertise and culture of innovation in digital health come together to develop solutions and improve patient care. Mohawk’s new four-year Bachelor of Digital Health (Honours) Degree combines computer science, health and business to provide the skills and experience to design and develop IT healthcare solutions.

Learn more at mohawkcollege.ca/DigitalHealth

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