Kingston Economic Development Corporation

We are thrilled to share our enthusiasm for the launch of the Kingston Business Journal. This new platform is set to become a vital resource, showcasing the innovation and resilience that define Kingston's local economy. From small businesses to major industry players, the Kingston Business Journal will highlight the incredible stories and achievements of our community. It’s a fantastic opportunity for all of us to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the diverse talents that make Kingston such a vibrant place to live and work. We celebrate this important addition to local business news coverage. To access the first issue, visit: https://lnkd.in/e9ZE4U4g -- Ottawa Business Journal #YGK #KingstonOntario

Congratulations to Kingston's Blue Collar Marketing and Cloud Metric Inc. on being named among the Eastern Ontario Business Journal's Fastest Growing Companies of 2024! Blue Collar Marketing, with its focus on digital marketing for blue-collar businesses, achieved an impressive 619% increase in revenue, while Cloud Metric, a leader in IT management, celebrated a remarkable 239.6% increase in revenue!   We’re excited to see how both companies will continue to grow and lead the way in Eastern Ontario. Join us in congratulating Blue Collar Marketing and Cloud Metric. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dj9UmUmS - Ottawa Business Journal #YGK #Ontario

Kingston Economic Development Corporation is actively recruiting two new members for our Board of Directors! This is an incredible opportunity to contribute to Kingston’s growth and be part of a forward-thinking governance body. Successful candidates will help drive strategies that support start-ups, business growth, and investment attraction in our community. We are seeking individuals with experience in Health Innovation & Life Sciences, Sustainable Manufacturing, or Creative Industries. Board members must be 18+, live/work in Kingston, and be committed to attending monthly meetings and committee work. Deadline to apply: November 1, 2024, at 11:00 am Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gg7mvTtH Let’s build Kingston’s future together! #YGK #KingstonOntario

Team Kingston Economic Development joined forces with Sustainable Kingston for Fall Pitch-In Day, spending the morning cleaning up St. Lawrence Business Park! We’re proud to do our part in keeping our community clean and green. Thank you to everyone who participated—together, we can make Kingston even more beautiful! #YGK

Our team had the pleasure to join the French Embassy delegation of business leaders from a wide array of industries such as aerospace, textiles, mining, pharmaceuticals, water treatment, ICT, and banking.   Led by his excellency Mr. Michel Miraillet, French Ambassador to Ottawa, the committee, which meets regularly to advise the Embassy on economic matters in Canada, hosted their annual retreat in Kingston. During the event, our team presented an overview of Kingston and the city’s leading sectors of sustainable manufacturing and life sciences. Our team also discussed opportunities for French companies and newcomers in Kingston. Besides its proximity to the US and Quebec borders, Kingston is officially a bilingual city offering a familiar cultural environment, a bilingual workforce, and easier communication with local francophone communities.   We appreciate our friendship with the team from the French Embassy in Canada and are excited to develop our relationship to support the technologies of the future. -- Invest in Canada | Investir au Canada Invest Ontario Global Affairs Canada | Affaires mondiales Canada #Innovation #Future #France #Ontario

🌟 Happy Small Business Week! This week, we celebrate the heart and soul of our community—our small businesses! Small businesses are a major employer in Kingston, aligning with the national trend where small businesses employ approximately 67.7% of the total labour force. These enterprises also play a crucial role in contributing to the GDP. Nationally, small businesses account for around 36.7% of the GDP generated by the private sector. This week, let’s recognize and support our local entrepreneurs who bring innovation, creativity, and vitality to our community. Join us in celebrating our local small businesses! #SmallBusinessWeek #YGK

Join Kingston Economic Development Corporation and Smith School of Business at Queen's University for the return of the Annual Business Forecast Lunch! Leading economists and experts from the Smith School of Business will share their insights on the economic outlook at global, national, and local levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the current economic landscape. Register: https://ow.ly/i3pg50TOFKy #YGK #QueensU

Kingston Economic Development Corporation is actively recruiting two new members for our Board of Directors! This is an incredible opportunity to contribute to Kingston’s growth and be part of a forward-thinking governance body. Successful candidates will help drive strategies that support start-ups, business growth, and investment attraction in our community. We are seeking individuals with experience in Health Innovation & Life Sciences, Sustainable Manufacturing, or Creative Industries. Board members must be 18+, live/work in Kingston, and be committed to attending monthly meetings and committee work. Deadline to apply: November 1, 2024, at 11:00 am Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gg7mvTtH Let’s build Kingston’s future together! #YGK #KingstonOntario

I always enjoy attending The Battery Show Detroit promoting Kingston and Ontario as a place for investment. It was great to see some of our local companies IPG Photonics, Cyclic Materials, DuPont and Celanese represented at the show. Kingston has a long history of engineering, metallurgy and chemistry expertise to support the growing sector. It has been interesting how the conversations have evolved over the past few years with changing market demands. Even with the slowing demand, it is great to see continued interest in investment. It was a pleasure to catch up with our partners at Trade Commissioner Service | Service des délégués commerciaux Invest in Canada | Investir au Canada Invest Ontario.