Kingston Economic Development Corp.

New program connects employers with veterans to help offset labour shortage

A new program is targeting Eastern Ontario in a bid to connect businesses to an “untapped” source of talent: retired veterans.

Kingston city council moves forward with plan for $33M downtown conference centre

Eastern Ontario Business Journal

A proposal for a 52,000-square-foot downtown conference centre in Kingston is moving forward as city council seeks developers for the new facility.

Excitement about the electric vehicle sector palpable at regional municipal conference

Eastern Ontario Business Journal

There was a dignified excitement in the air as elected officials, municipal employees and business representatives gathered to network, showcase and learn from one another.

‘We have to up our game’: Kingston retailer creates ‘360-degree’ experience

Eastern Ontario Business Journal

Kingston locals and tourists alike can browse clothing, have a coffee or cocktail, or host events and socialize in the space on King Street, which

Kingston continues collaborative work with business partners south of the border

Eastern Ontario Business Journal

The collaboration will advance market entry into the U.S. or Canada for entrepreneurs and business leaders through the Soft-Landings Program, which encourages cross-border partnerships.

Clean tech company Li-Cycle expands into Kingston, boosts economic growth

Eastern Ontario Business Journal

Li-Cycle’s new Centre of Excellence will be established in the Kingston Business Park. The city has fast-tracked the development planned for the business park to

Webinar series gives Kingston manufacturers a window on the world

Eastern Ontario Business Journal

Kingston manufacturers will be able to access a new monthly trade webinar series designed to help their businesses grow and explore global markets.

E-commerce support made to order: mentors look to help Kingston SMEs boost online presence

Eastern Ontario Business Journal

Kingston Economic Development is partnering with the Digital Main Street Squad, a government-funded program that helps small businesses step up their online offerings.