Economic Development News

Durham Region recognized as one of Canada’s best locations to invest

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has been ranked among Canada’s top 20 locations to invest in 2024 by Site Selection Magazine, an internationally circulated publication for corporate real estate and economic development.

The ranking is based on factors like capital investment and job creation on a cumulative and per-capita basis. The recognition by Site Selection Magazine solidifies Durham’s standing as a prime investment destination and highlights the region’s reputation as...

Robert Small: A Champion of Black Art and Cultural Legacy

By Abigail Guevara, Senior Writer, Freelance

Robert Small is a prominent figure in the landscape of Black art in Canada. His journey began in childhood, where his early passion for drawing led him to create imaginative superheroes, including "Super Robert," a character modeled after himself. His early self-expression underscores the critical need for children to see themselves positively reflected in the cultural narratives around them.

As a young man, Robert earned degrees in Sociology, Criminology, and...

International award recognizes Durham Region’s innovation community

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham’s commitment to innovation and collaboration has been recognized by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), the world’s largest nonprofit professional association for economic developers. The IEDC has awarded Durham Region’s Economic Development and Tourism division (Invest Durham) one of its 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Awards.

Recognized each year during the IEDC Annual Conference, the awards honour organizations for exemplary...

Business owners and entrepreneurs invited to register for the North Durham Building Business Forum

Whitby, Ontario – Business leaders in North Durham are encouraged to register for the north Durham Building Business Forum. The event is hosted by the Region of Durham’s Economic Development Division (Invest Durham), in partnership with the Townships of Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge and the Brock Board of Trade and North Durham Chamber of Commerce. 

Small and medium-sized business owners and entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to build connections, engage with business support organizations in Durham...

From Farm to Plate: Journey of the Durham Region Apple

The Region of Durham boasts a thriving agriculture sector that includes apple production. It’s one of the largest apple producing regions in the province with 13 per cent of Ontario’s apples produced in Durham Region and 2,100 acres of apple orchards in production.  As Durham’s top producer, Clarington has 1,950 acres in production with the majority found in Newcastle—earning the town the title of Apple Capital of Canada.  But north Durham is also thriving when it comes to producing some of the...