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2009 Business Headlines Archive

Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance Names New President and Chief Operating Officer

The Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance (GTMA) has named economic development executive George Hanus as its new President and Chief Operating Officer. The City of Brampton is a Partner in the GTMA and Mayor Susan Fennell is a member of its Board.

New University Celebrates Expansion of Programs in Brampton

Ontario's newest university officially celebrated the launch of satellite programs in Brampton with a series of open houses and a grand opening ceremony held on Thursday, November 26th at Algoma University's location at 373 Steeles Avenue West, Suite 205, adjacent to the campus of Sheridan College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning.

TD Canada Trust Unveils its "bank branch of the future" in Brampton

Ever wonder where banking is going and what branches will look like in the future? No need to keep wondering, just visit TD Canada Trust's newest branch in Brampton.

Brampton Wins Gold in Vancouver

The City of Brampton was honoured with two national awards from the Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC) for its new strategic marketing brand under the City’s international strategic marketing campaign.

Brampton Ranks Well With REIN

The Real Estate Investment Network’s (REIN™) release of Top Ontario Investment Towns analyzes the current and future prospects for real estate investment opportunities in Ontario. The 102-page report states that recent market correction provides buying opportunities for home owners and investors; however, only in select regions of the province. It identifies which areas will outperform in the coming decade and finds that the Brampton is among the top regions in Ontario in which to invest in real estate.

Global Medical Devices Leader Inaugurates New Canadian Headquarters in Brampton

Medtronic of Canada Ltd., the Canadian subsidiary of Medtronic Inc., has officially opened its new Canadian headquarters. The new 85,000 square-foot (7,900 square metre) facility in Brampton’s Churchill Business Park will house Medtronic’s training and education centre, sales, marketing and administrative functions. Medtronic will relocate 100 employees to the new campus.

Wanted: 1,000 future leaders with a passion for food

While grocery shoppers walk the aisles in search of back-to-school snacks and local autumn produce, Brampton-based Loblaw Companies Limited is combing the country for recent graduates with a passion for food to join the Company's grad@Loblaw program. This national program provides recent graduates with the opportunity to kick-start their careers in a structured and supportive environment.

Genivar Income Fund Buys Brampton-based Magnate

The Genivar Income Fund recently bought Magnate Engineering and Associates Inc., with headquarters in Brampton.

Your Business Can Join Brampton’s Harvest Cleanup

Your business can help keep Brampton clean and green by putting together a cleanup team and volunteering to clean up litter around your workplace, local park, or anywhere you like! Taking part in the Harvest Cleanup is a great way to build team spirit and have fun with your staff, while volunteering to improve the local environment and beautify your neighbourhood.

Brampton Business Services Sector Subject of New Study

The City of Brampton, a rapidly growing municipality in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) marketplace is actually one of the fastest growing cities in the nation. Brampton is the third largest city in the GTA and the tenth largest city in Canada.

ModSpace Canada Expands Modular Building Manufacturing Capabilities with Brampton Facility

Modular construction company ModSpace Canada has increased its services thanks to an enhanced manufacturing facility in Brampton, Ontario, growing business capabilities and services. With the Brampton facility, ModSpace is also taking an important step towards reducing environmental impacts and achieving superior economic performance in modular buildings.

Study Shows Brampton Ranks Amongst Smartest Cities in Canada

A recent Maclean's Magazine article on "Smart Cities" highlights the results of the Canadian Council on Learning's Composite Learning Index and ranks Brampton 13th among Canada's largest communities.

Goreway Station Begins Commercial Power Production in Brampton

Sithe Global Power, LLC (“Sithe Global”) has announced that the 880 MW Goreway Station, owned by its wholly owned affiliate, Goreway Station Partnership, has successfully completed performance and reliability testing and has begun commercial operation.

Trow Raises over $70,000 for SickKids Foundation and other Local Charities

Brampton headquartered Trow Global (Trow) announced that they have reached their goal of raising in excess of $70,000 for SickKids Foundation and other charities through their 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament which took place on June 4th, 2009.

Come Taste the Difference!

The 2009 Brampton Farmers’ Market runs from June 20th to October 10th, every Saturday morning, from 7 am to 1 pm, rain or shine.

Rogers and Discover Communications to Launch Getconnected™ Business First Centre in Brampton

Brampton’s Discover Communications in association with Rogers Communications recently announced that the City will soon be home to Canada’s original Getconnected™ Business First Centre.

Brampton locations featured as CIBC continues investment in the GTA with 10 new or expanded branches

CIBC recently announced the locations of 10 new or expanded full-service banking centres set to open across the GTA by early 2010, two of which are in Brampton. These new locations are part of CIBC's five-year strategic plan to build, relocate and expand over 70 new branches to enhance the service experience for busy GTA clients.

Outstanding Brampton Businesses Recognised

The City of Brampton’s Economic Development Office and the Brampton Board of Trade recentley honoured local businesses at the 13th annual Brampton Outstanding Business Achievement Awards.

Achieving Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence

Why is innovation more important now than ever before? The future of the manufacturing industry in Ontario is tied to its willingness and capacity to innovate. Learn how your company can foster innovation in the heat of a recession, in a one-hour session with Michael Kukhta, Sr. Learning Leader, SheridanCorporate.

Flower City Parade Celebrates Brampton

Celebrate Brampton’s flower city heritage at the Flower City Parade on June 20, 2009 at 2 pm. See beautiful floral-themed parade floats, marching bands and colourful performers make their way through historic downtown Brampton. Starting at Church St. the parade route runs south along Main St. ending just past Gage Park at Frederick St.

Rogers and Discover Communications to Launch Getconnected™ Business First Centre in Brampton

Brampton’s Discover Communications in association with Rogers Communications recently announced that the City will soon be home to Canada’s original Getconnected™ Business First Centre.

GO Transit acquires important CN rail line for expanded commuter rail service to Brampton

GO Transit and CN have announced that the Toronto area commuter rail agency will acquire CN's Weston Subdivision for expanded GO service between Union Station and regions northwest of the city, including Brampton.

Downtown Development Corporation and Merchants set to Make Brampton Sparkle

On Earth Day, Wednesday, April 22, 2009 the BDDC and RONA are inviting the Downtown Street Front Business to come out and clean their windows in an environmentally friendlier way!

Partners in Project Green and Natural Resources Canada Offer Free Energy Data Analysis Workshop Tailored to the Needs of Food Processors

Join Partners in Project Green and Natural Resources Canada for a free Energy Data Analysis Workshop tailored to the needs of food processors. This workshop will combine real-time energy data from your facility with interactive tools to help you immediately identify and start implementing energy cost saving opportunities.

Maple Lodge Farms launches revolutionary food protection technology

Maple Lodge Farms, a Brampton headquartered producer of poultry products, has announced the launch of its SafeSure(TM) High Pressure Processing System (HPP), an advanced food processing technology for ready-to-eat meats.

Loblaw releases 2nd annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report

Brampton headquartered Loblaw Companies Limited recently released its second annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report.

Atlantis Systems International partners with CAE on $329.5 million Government of Canada contract for C-130J aircrew training

Brampton based Atlantis Systems International will partner with CAE of Montreal in a contract valued at approximately C$329.5 million for a comprehensive C-130J aircrew training equipment and services solution.

Building a Healthy Community Focus of 23rd Annual Business Breakfast

The City of Brampton Economic Development Office cordially invites you to the 23rd Annual Brampton Business Breakfast for ICI Developers, Real Estate Professionals and Business Partners.

Canadian Blood Services Acquires New Production Facility

Canadian Blood Services has announced that it is purchasing a new state-of-the-art production and distribution facility for southern and central Ontario.

Hydro One Brampton receives prestigious LDC Performance Excellence Award

Hydro One Brampton has received the 2008 Local Distribution Company (LDC) Performance Excellence Award. The award was presented to Hydro One Brampton in an awards ceremony at the Electricity Distributors Association (EDA) Annual General Meeting.

Peel-Halton_Dufferin Training Board Presents Getting Back to Prosperity - Overcoming the Labour Shortages of Tomorrow

The Conference Board of Canada estimates that by 2013 immigration will
account for 100% of the labour force growth. Is your company ready?

Trow Global Announces Alliance with Velocitel

Vlad Stritesky, President and CEO of Trow Global (Trow), a Canadian firm of engineers, consultants and project managers headquartered in Brampton, Ontario, recentley announceed that the Company has joined forces with Velocitel, Inc.

Atlantis Systems qualifies for contractor status under new US Army procurement program

Brampton based Atlantis Systems Corp. recently announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Atlantis Systems America, Inc.

New Grant Provides Manufactures with up to $50,000 for Innovation Training

The Yves Landry Foundation, in conjunction with the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development has established the AIME Grant (Achieving Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence), offering manufacturers up to $50,000 to offset the costs of training related to innovation.

Brampton Annual Economic Report Picks Up Award

The City of Brampton’s Economic Development Office has won first place for its 2007 Annual Economic Report at the 52nd Annual Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) Conference held February 3 – 5, 2009. The award is in the category of Annual Reports.

Access To Patient Care Services Improved In Brampton

Ontario’s Provincial Government is further investing in the Brampton Civic Hospital so that patients have improved access to hospital services following the completion of the new hospital.

2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Makes Canadian Debut in Toronto

Chrysler Canada, the number two seller of automobiles in Canada, used The 2008 Canadian International Automobile Show, February 15-24, as a stage to show off for the first time together three of its' most important new vehicles coming to market in 2008.

Trow Global wins 2008 Zweigwhite Environmental Business Journal Business Achievement Award

On Monday January 19th Vlad Stritesky, President and CEO of Brampton headquartered Trow Global Inc. (Trow) announced that the Company was honoured by the 2008 Environmental Business Journal (EBJ) Business Achievement Awards.

Extendicare Brampton Becomes Canada’s Premier Centre of IT Innovation

Extendicare Brampton launched their IT centre of innovation today, which will allow staff to spend less time on paper work, and more time providing hands on care to their residents.

CME and Province of Ontario bring SMART Manufacturing Session to Brampton

Brampton area companies looking to implement productivity improvements will want to attend the SMART Manufacturing Session on Friday, January 23rd at the Holiday Inn Select and Conference Centre.

Local Franchise Company Triples Earnings

Just prior to the New Year Brampton based Franchise Bancorp Inc. announced they had tripled earnings for the year ending August 31st driven by the Global Pet Food division's addition of nineteen new stores, growing the banner to over 100 stores.

Sheridan Corporate invites Brampton Manufactures to Investing in Innovation seminar - Training grants being offered by Yves Landry Foundation

On Friday, February 6, 2009, manufacturing companies in Brampton are invited to attend a free information session on how to improve the way you innovate in the heat of a recession.