Communities are often a product of their geographical location. Fisheries tend to be near oceans. Oil towns tend to be near oil fields. Tourist hotspots tend to be near beaches or mountains.

For businesses, geographical location can mean the difference between success and failure. Business leaders need to keep global access, consumer proximity, talent and lifestyle into account when choosing...

As the dog days of summer end the Waterloo community is gearing up for a very busy autumn. Despite often being the quietest month of the year, August still had its fair share of exciting news, including glowing reports about Waterloo’s tech credentials and Canada’s immigration policies, and the launch of a new nanotechnology innovation centre. 

Here are six great business and investment stories:

A mainstay in Waterloo Region for almost 40 years, pork producer Conestoga Meat Packers has certainly come a long way since its humble beginnings.

Established in 1982, the once small, family-owned business became fully farmer-owned in 2001. Soon after, Conestoga Meats increased production by 100 per cent.

By 2014, the company had become the second-largest pork processor in Ontario.

Today,...

There are a lot of risks and costs associated with moving your company. When it comes to expanding or relocating, you need a solution that is right for your company’s unique needs.

Setting up a distributed team has never been easier - it is a low-risk option for companies of all sizes looking to access a communities key business assets. Whether you want access to talent, cost advantages, or a...