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Canada’s new Nuclear Energy Strategy signals a major federal push into microreactors and clean energy leadership. Discover how it influences investment in Waterloo Region: hubs.ly/Q04h5ZJ60

Save 20–30% on manufacturing costs in Waterloo Region. Our new Manufacturing Cost Calculator lets you compare labour, building and electricity costs in cities across North America. Compare savings here: hubs.ly/Q04grkdf0

Canada’s economy is facing headwinds, but major opportunities are emerging in defence, manufacturing and AI. Discover how Waterloo Region is taking a leadership role: hubs.ly/Q04gfL310

Waterloo EDC delivered $1.86B in investment and 995 jobs in 2025, outperforming targets despite global uncertainty and shifting economic conditions. Download our full Annual Report here: hubs.ly/Q04fD58g0

The Accelerator Centre helps startups scale faster. Explore how the Accelerator Centre and Waterloo’s connected ecosystem help startups move from idea to scale through high-touch support and structured growth: hubs.ly/Q04fwPLK0

Dual-use technologies, defence procurement and space exploration dominated the headlines across Waterloo Region in April. Here are the top news stories and insights from leaders in our community over the last month: hubs.ly/Q04f7H3L0

Expanding your market reach starts with choosing the right location. Find out why Waterloo Region is where smart brands come to grow: hubs.ly/Q04dSkgG0

Boyden’s Global #CEO & #BoardServices Practice is pleased to announce the #President & Chief Executive Officer recruitment on behalf of @WaterlooEDC. Learn more here >> boyden.com/canada/opportu…

Waterloo Region is securing the future. Explore our cybersecurity hubs, where research labs and industry collaborate to develop real-world security solutions and drive innovation in digital protection: hubs.ly/Q04d29FG0

For manufacturers looking to expand, energy is a top consideration. Learn more about the big differences between energy grids in the US vs. those in Canada: hubs.ly/Q04cTyXC0

Waterloo Region's post-secondary schools play a big role in equipping our manufacturing workforce with skilled workers. They produce top-quality talent with a spectrum of manufacturing-related skills. Here are the top manufacturing programs at each school: hubs.ly/Q04crFRP0

Waterloo Region is at the forefront of Canada’s dual-use tech movement, turning innovation into real impact for Canada and its allies. Read more from our chat with Ruth Casselman, CEO of @AC_Waterloo: waterlooedc.ca/blog/waterloo-…

Expanding your business? Waterloo Region offers real financial advantages. Here are three key benefits of strategic expansion: waterlooedc.ca/blog/three-rea…

March was packed with exciting news in advanced manufacturing, healthcare and aerospace in Waterloo Region. Discover the latest developments in our ecosystem: hubs.ly/Q049fX_Z0

What is the @UWaterloo impact? We highlight the four main takeaways from the school's recently released economic impact report. Discover the data-driven results: hubs.ly/Q048Tkkz0

Velocity is the founder factory of Waterloo Region. By combining mentorship, infrastructure and hands-on programs, @UWVelocity is making our ecosystem a strategic asset for founders and international businesses alike. Read more: hubs.ly/Q048t92Q0

Canada’s SR&ED program just received a significant overhaul, with changes that double available credits and restore capital eligibility. Find out how it can help your company grow in Waterloo Region: hubs.ly/Q048fRhz0

Honoured to host a highly insightful roundtable for Canada's defense minister @DavidMcGuinty at @Communitech today. Our private sector is upping its game, investing in plant, equipment and new technologies to move up the value chain to help 🇨🇦 meet this historic moment before us.

Waterloo Region is a hub for health innovation. Our talent pipeline fuels innovation across digital health, medical device manufacturing, AI-enabled diagnostics, biotechnology and more. Check out our guide to talent in our life sciences sector: hubs.ly/Q047ldmK0

Waterloo Region has what it takes to become Canada’s next aerospace and defence (A&D) hub. From our manufacturing and automation expertise to a new national defence policy, all signs point to our A&D ecosystem becoming a centre of excellence. Here’s why: hubs.ly/Q046mrB80