One-week bootcamp for connections in freight, agribusiness, health, advanced education, manufacturing, and tech.
Hamilton and Niagara have come together to market a combined region of over one million people with complementary strengths in freight transportation, agribusiness, health sciences research, advanced education, advanced manufacturing, and more. Examples of the advantages of this collaboration include Niagara’s border location and support services for exporters via its Foreign Trade Zone designation, and Hamilton’s 24-hour cargo/ passenger airport and major Great Lakes port. The Economic Development Offices of Hamilton/Niagara serve as a single window approach in providing business assistance within this mega region.
Hamilton-Niagara Region along with Global Startups, is offering a scaleup bootcamp program for international startups seeking to expand business in Canada with the City of Hamilton and Niagara Region as their point of entry. This program can lead startups to be selected for the Startup Visa program.
Huge Market Access — Reach 130 million people across 2 Canadian provinces and 9 U.S. states, with a combined $5.6 trillion (USD) economy—all within a one-day drive.
Top Place to Invest — Ranked as one of the best locations in North America for investment, low costs, and strong business connections.
Easy Business Support —The Hamilton-Niagara region offers a one-stop approach to help businesses grow in this large and thriving market.
Major Trade Hub — Five international bridge crossings make this one of the busiest entry points between Canada and the U.S., ranking #1 for people and #2 for goods.
Unique Farming Advantage — The Niagara Escarpment provides special climate conditions that make this one of the best places for agriculture in North America.
