Richmond Hill Economic Development

09/04/2026

Defence concierge service provides a coordinated, single-window approach to help businesses working in defence and dual-use technologies access information and resources to support their growth. Building on ISED’s existing expertise and partnerships across government, the service connects businesses with the right supports at the right time.

The defence concierge service is launching in phases. At this stage, companies can get started by submitting their company details. A member of the team will follow up to learn more about your business, assess your needs and connect you to the most appropriate government programs and services.

If your business fits within one of the following key sovereign capabilities, click the link below to get started:
➡️Aerospace
➡️Ammunition
➡️Digital systems
➡️In-service support
➡️Personnel protection
➡️Sensors
➡️Space
➡️Specialized manufacturing
➡️Training and simulation
➡️Uncrewed and autonomous systems

➡️➡️➡️Get Started: https://bit.ly/4h7fHmN

City of Richmond Hill
York Link - York Region Economic Development
Department of National Defence
Canadian Innovation
Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
FedDev Ontario

09/04/2026

Attention Manufacturers!

The era of AI-driven decision making is here, and technology is evolving at an exponential pace. The Future of Automation 2026 Technology Forum aims to break through the noise and highlight how Canadian manufacturers can integrate intelligent technologies into their process to create agile, efficient and secure production systems.

This free virtual event brings together industry leaders to share insights on key topics including the implementation of AI in industrial settings, the future of robotics, the infrastructure behind the future of connected manufacturing and more.

📆 September 23 at 1 p.m.
➡️ Learn more & register: https://bit.ly/4gBU5yJ

City of Richmond Hill
York Link - York Region Economic Development
Manufacturing Automation
Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium

09/03/2026

Walk into any modern hospital, and chances are you’ll see the work of Amico Group of Companies. Headwalls, patient lighting, clinical booms, beds, and medical gas pipeline delivery systems are all part of a connected ecosystem designed to make patient care safer, more flexible and more human.

Explore their innovation story: https://bit.ly/4pG0xGB



City of Richmond Hill
Toronto Global
York Link - York Region Economic Development
Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
FedDev Ontario

09/03/2026

Attention Chemical Manufacturers! Reaction (RXN) HUB’s 2026 Innovation Summit will take place on September 23 in Kingston, Ontario.

The Innovation Summit will be a convening founders, investors, industry leaders, government, researchers, and ecosystem builders from across Canada around this year’s theme: Nation-Building Projects. It is where those connections come to life.

Across a full day of programming, attendees will discover emerging technologies, explore investment and commercialization opportunities, connect with potential customers and strategic partners, and engage with the organizations building Canada’s capabilities in advanced manufacturing, advanced materials, energy, ChemTech, and sustainable technologies.

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/3Sv5M14

City of Richmond Hill
York Link - York Region Economic Development
Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
FedDev Ontario

Innovation in action: A one-day summit on nation-building projects and Canada’s next-generation solutions.

09/02/2026

5th Annual Canadian Robotics Council Symposium

📆 September 21, 2026 in Toronto

The Canadian Robotics Council (CRC) Symposium brings together the leaders shaping the future of robotics adoption, innovation, and economic growth in Canada.

As Canada's national robotics gathering, the symposium convenes robotics companies, industry adopters, researchers, investors, and senior government decision-makers to explore the opportunities and challenges facing the robotics ecosystem.

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/463jjzX



City of Richmond Hill
York Link - York Region Economic Development
Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
FedDev Ontario

09/01/2026

Do you own a business in York Region? Representatives are visiting local businesses for the 2026 Employment Survey. Update your organizational information so York Region can better support your business sector and assess needs for future growth yorklink.ca/EmploymentSurvey

City of Richmond Hill
York Link - York Region Economic Development
Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
FedDev Ontario
Small Business Centres Ontario
YSpace

The York Region Employment Survey is an annual Region-wide door-to-door survey of all businesses with a physical presence in the Region.

08/31/2026

Attention Battery Materials Firms!

Join Canada’s Battery Value Chain Workshop on September 16 at the NRC in Ottawa

Canada has a five-year window to transform its lithium potential into a globally competitive, ESG-driven battery materials industry. This workshop brings together SMEs, research and technology organizations, federal partners, and industry stakeholders to help shape Canada's Battery Value Chain initiative.

Participants will work directly with National Research Council Canada (NRC), Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) and ecosystem partners to validate practical approaches for accelerating lithium-to-CAM commercialization, strengthening scale-up capacity, and improving Canada's position as a trusted supplier of low-carbon battery materials.

➡️ Learn more & register here: https://bit.ly/4gMggBj

City of Richmond Hill
York Link - York Region Economic Development
Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
FedDev Ontario
Small Business Centres Ontario
YSpace

Accelerating lithium-to-CAM commercialization in Canada | Accélérer la commercialisation lithium-CAM au Canada

08/31/2026

Find the Talent That Moves Your Business Forward

Grow your team with confidence. Access the resources you need to find the right people at the right time. https://bit.ly/3PaI6gg



City of Richmond Hill
York Link - York Region Economic Development
Workforce Planning Board
Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
FedDev Ontario
YSpace
Small Business Centres Ontario

08/27/2026

Unlock your next project at the Richmond Hill Cultural Centre’s fully equipped Digital Production Spaces. Whether you're capturing high‑quality portraits, recording a podcast, or editing audio and video, our studios offer professional gear, flexible booking options, and a space to connect with other creators.

Choose from:
➡️ Photo Studio — strobe lighting, interchangeable backdrops, and a Canon EOS RP for crisp, high‑resolution images.
➡️ Podcast Studio — Shure MV7X and SM7B microphones, pro lighting, and multi‑camera video capture for broadcast‑ready content.
➡️ Editing Studio — sound‑dampened workspace with Logic Pro, Final Cut
➡️ Pro, studio monitors, and MIDI tools for audio/video production.

Bring your ideas to life with the tools professionals trust.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/CulturalCentre

City of Richmond Hill
Ontario Creates
York Link - York Region Economic Development
Ontario Government
Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
FedDev Ontario
Small Business Centres Ontario
YSpace

08/26/2026

Save Your Spot for the 2026 OVIN Partnering Forum

Registration is now open for the 2026 OVIN Partnering Forum, taking place October 7 at The Conference Centre at the University of Toronto. OVIN’s flagship event brings together leaders from Ontario’s automotive and mobility ecosystem to connect, collaborate, and explore the future of mobility innovation.

Register: https://bit.ly/4xVILmW

City of Richmond Hill
York Link - York Region Economic Development
Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
FedDev Ontario
Ontario Centre of Innovation
YSpace