Ontario East Board of Directors Election
Ontario East Board of Directors Election The Ontario East Economic Development Commission is seeking nominations for the 2027-2028 term of the Board. Active or Associate members are invited to submit nominations by Friday, October 30, 2026. The Board of Directors provides governance oversight and strategic direction for the Commission. Participation on the Board of Directors […]
Innovation Cluster: BuildUP On-Demand
Trades professionals spend years mastering their craft, but many never receive formal training in how to run a business. To help bridge that gap, the Innovation Cluster developed BuildUP On-Demand, a flexible online training program designed specifically for trades professionals. Participants build practical skills in areas such as pricing, customer service, financial management, sales, and […]
Regional Development Fund Opens
The Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness (AMIC) Stream is open and will provide financial support to advanced manufacturing companies, focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises across Ontario. Application deadline is September 23, 2026 capital equipment technology adoption skills development Learn more here
Chris King to Receive Honorary Diploma from Loyalist College
Chris King, Chair of the Ontario East Regional Marketing Committee is receiving an Honorary Diploma from Loyalist College in appreciation of his efforts in economic and community development. As the CEO of the Quinte Economic Development Commission Chris leads a team that has contributed significantly to many leading-edge workforce development programs and more in partnership […]
Ontario East Economic Development Commission featured in the latest edition of “Stuff Made and Built in Eastern Ontario”
The Ontario East Economic Development Commission is featured in the latest edition of “Stuff Made and Built in Eastern Ontario,” along with many of our member communities. The articles features opportunities for eastern Ontario in the nuclear energy industry with the announcement of plans for a major electricity production facility in Wesleyville (Port Hope). This […]
Regional Marketing Committee Interviews – Ontario East Matters on YourTV Episode 5 – City of Peterborough
We are pleased to share the fifth installment of “Ontario East Matters,” featuring members of the Ontario East Regional Marketing Committee (RMC) highlighting their communities’ assets and profiles for attracting and supporting investment. The series is made possible through a partnership with YourTV on COGECO. Executive Director Jay Amer, a long-time volunteer host on his […]
Regional Marketing Committee Interviews – Ontario East Matters on YourTV Episode 4 – Kawartha Lakes
We are pleased to share the fourth installment of “Ontario East Matters,” featuring members of the Ontario East Regional Marketing Committee (RMC) highlighting their communities’ assets and profiles for attracting and supporting investment. The series is made possible through a partnership with YourTV on COGECO. Executive Director Jay Amer, a long-time volunteer host on his […]
Ontario East to Host a Panel Discussion at The Manufacturing Conference in Cobourg
The Northumberland Manufacturing Association (NMA), an Ontario East member, is hosting the popular “The Manufacturing Conference” on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 in Cobourg. The conference will include a panel on the recently released report, supported by NGen Canada, titled “Ontario East Regional Framework: Developing New Economic Development Strategies Adapting to New Realities for Manufacturers and Trade.” […]
Eastern Ontario Economic Developers Can Now Offer a Free Program to Regional Technology Companies
LevelUP Validate is a 4-week hybrid business acceleration program designed to move Eastern Ontario-based technology founders from Problem–Solution Fit toward early Product–Market Fit.The program is free for all Ontario East Economic Development organization clients. Please share this opportunity, as spots are limited. Companies can learn more and register at LevelUP Validate. This program is intended […]
Regional Marketing Committee Interviews – Ontario East Matters on YourTV Episode 3 – Peterborough County
We are pleased to share the third installment of “Ontario East Matters,” featuring members of the Ontario East Regional Marketing Committee (RMC) highlighting their communities’ assets and profiles for attracting and supporting investment. The series is made possible through a partnership with YourTV on COGECO. Executive Director Jay Amer, a long-time volunteer host on his […]
TJ Flynn Receives Foreign Direct Investment Professional (FDIP) Certification at EDCO Conference
Ontario East Economic Development Commission (Ontario East) is proud to announce that TJ Flynn, President of Ontario East, was presented with an honorary Foreign Direct Investment Professional (FDIP) award at the recent Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) Conference. The FDIP designation is delivered through a partnership between ResearchFDI and the Economic Developers Council of […]
Regional Marketing Committee Interviews – Ontario East Matters on YourTV Episode 2 – Northumberland County
We are pleased to share the second installment of “Ontario East Matters” that features members of the Ontario East Regional Marketing Committee (RMC) highlighting their communities assets and profile for attracting and supporting investment. The series is made possible through a partnership with YourTV on COGECO. The interviews are hosted by executive director Jay Amer […]
Regional Marketing Committee Interviews – Ontario East Matters on YourTV
We are pleased to share the first installment of a new video series “Ontario East Matters” that features members of the Ontario East Regional Marketing Committee (RMC) highlighting their communities assets and profile for attracting and supporting investment. The series is made possible through a partnership with YourTV on COGECO. The interviews are hosted by […]
Ontario East is a Designated Referral Partner for the Global Talent Stream and Global Skills Strategy
The Ontario East Economic Development Commission is pleased to advise that we are a Designated Referral Partner for programs provided by the Ministry of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and the Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) The Government of Canada’s Global Skills Strategy helps attract highly qualified talent from around the world to support the […]
Kingston Economic Development Corporation is Now Receiving Applications for Helix Funding Program
Kingston Economic Development Corporation is pleased to announce the Helix Funding program is now receiving applications, designed to support early-stage and scaling life-sciences businesses. The program provides funding for critical commercialization activities, including prototype development, regulatory consulting, IP strategy, and go-to-market support. This project is funded by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern […]