• Advancing Heart Research:  A Next Generation PV Loop Measurement System Scisense Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of micro pressure transducer catheters and pressure-volume (PV) loop measurement systems for use in cardiac research. ...read more

• Next Generation Crimp Monitor Technology approved By Delphi MEC Over the last several weeks, OES Inc has received Equipment Release Notifications from Delphi Manufacturing Excellence Center (European Operations) for their new generation of crimp monitoring technology; ...read more
• Grand Opening of first PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA restaurant in London, Ontario
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• ZOO promotes wildly successful grand opening of tax-free superstore. With much fanfare, the grand opening was held recently for Weken Toys and Weken Electronics, a massive tax-free toy and electronics superstore located in Ohsweken, Ontario, approximately one hour from London....read more
• Czech Business Seminar The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Ottawa, together with the London Economic Development Corporation, the Consulate of Toronto and other Czech Government agencies in North America held a successfully attended business, investment and tourism presentation entitled "Destination Czech Republic" on October 16th 2008 at the London Convention Centre in London Ontario. ...read more
• Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters and the McGuinty government working together to boost competitiveness. CME and the Government of Ontario launched a joint initiative today to help small and medium-sized companies secure and create jobs by becoming more productive and more competitive...read more
• Sytrinol License Returns Home To KGK Synergize Inc. KGK Synergize Inc. ("KGK"), a product development and contract research organization, today announced that in accordance with the terms of a binding agreement entered into in December, 2007, the global distribution rights to Sytrinol ...read more

2008-11-12
LRMC Manufacturing Day - "GREEN BY DESIGN"

2008-11-26
Live in London - BILL CLINTON.

2008-11-27
DIG London Game Industry Conference

2009-01-26
Student 2 Business Networking Conference 2009

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 Chamber of Commerce
 Small Business Centre
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 “Green by Design”
 LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER

The London Regional Manufacturing Council is pleased to present the 6th annual London Manufacturing Day on Wednesday, November 12th. Learn how many manufacturers view global environmental changes as an opportunity for future growth!

Hear David Paterson, VP, Corporate and Environmental Affairs, GM Canada speak about the cars of tomorrow and how it impacts the greening of North America. Hear Ed Weston, Director Great Lakes Wind Network speak about the current “green industry”, discuss opportunities for manufacturers.

For more information and to register. 

Industry Leader Jade Raymond of Ubisoft is key note speaker at London’s Digital Gaming Conference dinner on November 27th

DIG London, the digital games cluster in London, Ontario, is hosting a games conference event which will take place November 27-28, 2008. This two day conference will focus on opportunities for young people to enter the industry as well as providing an opportunity for Ontario game industry leaders to explore industry issues, network and seek new business opportunities.

Just want to attend the dinner to hear Jade Raymond? Not a problem. At $50 a person, you won’t want to miss it. Reserve your seat, or table at

For full conference details,

Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters and the McGuinty government working together to boost competitiveness

Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) and the Government of Ontario launched a joint initiative to help small and medium-sized companies secure and create jobs by becoming more productive and more competitive.

CME, backed by a $25-million investment by the provincial government, will be helping small and medium-sized manufacturers increase their competitiveness in the global economy through a new program called SMART.

The SMART program will provide up to 50 per cent of eligible program costs, to a maximum of $50,000 per project, and focuses on three key areas that can help Ontario manufacturers get ahead:

• Lean manufacturing and process improvements
• Information and communications technology
• Energy efficiency.

More information about the SMART Program can be found at 

Attracting Future Talent at Student-2-Business

The LEDC and the City of London will host the second annual Student-2-Business Networking Conference on Monday, January 26, 2009 at the London Convention Centre.

This event is considered to be London’s premier relationship building event for employers and emerging talent. Student-2-Business provides students the opportunity to make connections that we hope will lead to more graduates remaining in our community. Full details can be found at

Bill Clinton – Live in London

Power Within Inc. is proud to present the Honorable President William Jefferson Clinton live in London, ON. The event will take place on Wednesday, November 26th, 2008 at the John Labatt Centre from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

For a limited time, businesses and guests of the London Economic Development Corporation are eligible to participate in this extraordinary session at a special corporate rate of $99 plus GST & SC, ($150 savings off the regular rate of $249).

For complete details, please visit:

Yves Landry Foundation supporting Ontario manufacturers

In partnership with the Ontario Government, the Yves Landry Foundation is making available up to $50,000 per project in the form of a grant to foster training that will lead to advancements in innovation within the manufacturing sector in Ontario

This funding is open to all Ontario Manufacturing companies in all segments that meet the following criteria:

• Between 15 – 1500 Employees
• In business in Ontario for at least 3 yrs or can demonstrate a solid financial footing
• Manufacturing facility or facilities located in Ontario
• Manufacture a specific product for sale in Ontario or elsewhere

For complete details, please visit:

Government Grants and Subsidy Programs

The LEDC is a convenient single source for current information on where and how you can access grants, subsidies and services from all levels of government. The LEDC will help London businesses identify and access the critical information, the key resources and the expert advice needed to overcome current constraints or pursue new growth opportunities. To access a list of Grants & Subsidies offered through the provincial and federal government, please link to the Ontario website at or through the Canada-Ontario Business Service Centre at