Message from the Director

Welcome to the first issue of Niagara Economic Development’s e-newsletter. This is a monthly digest of key economic development news from across the Niagara Region. In this space, we’ll highlight the updates coming out of the Niagara Economic Development office, as well as an overview of recent investments and business news from the region.

Here’s an overview of some of our recent updates:

Niagara Economic Development 5-Year Strategy – In March, the 5-Year Niagara Economic Development Strategy was approved by the Regional Planning & Economic Development Committee. 

Niagara Ambassador Program – We are excited to announce the launch of the Niagara Ambassador Program, which aims to use the power of community to promote Niagara. If you are a Niagara cheerleader, sign up and help grow our network of good news. 

Economic Development Week – May 6-11 marks the 2019 Economic Development Week. Follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook as we share information on economic development from across Niagara.  

We would love to get your feedback on our first issue. Please feel free to email us directly with your comments, or suggestions for future content. 

All the best,

Valerie Kuhns
Acting Director 
Niagara Economic Development 

Our top stories on what’s happening in Niagara

• Niagara Falls approves $150 million development project 
• Tech Talent Recruiting in Niagara
• Niagara's culinary talents are transforming the region's food and drink sector
• Cannabis industry leader, CannTrust, set for expansion in Pelham
• Financial incentives are leading Welland to development success  
• St. Catharines' commercial development boom 

Business Profile

Caddle CEO Ransom Hawley shares his thoughts on why he chose St. Catharines for the location of his tech start up.

What is the Niagara Foreign Trade Zone?

If you’re a Niagara business who is looking to export, we have a single point of contact to help you navigate the process through the Niagara Foreign Trade Zone. Learn more about what's involved in one of our 2019 Exporting Seminars. Contact Jayesh Menon, our Foreign Trade Zone Manager to start the conversation. 

Do you need assistance with investing in Niagara, or expanding your existing business? Our team can help with personalized, concierge-style service. Learn more about us, our services and get in touch.