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Nordstrong’s Cannington Plant Makes Heavy Work Look Easy
Tucked into the rural landscape of Cannington in north Durham, Nordstrong Equipment Limited is quietly shaping industries across North America.
You may not spot their name on store shelves or city billboards, but if you’ve ever eaten packaged food, walked on concrete, or seen a train packed with industrial materials, chances are Nordstrong’s equipment helped move the ingredients and parts behind the scenes.
Mar 11, 2026
Inside Tetra Tech’s Clean Energy ExpansionCalifornia-based Tetra Tech didn’t arrive in Durham Region by accident; it came for the proximity to market, talent, and momentum: but stayed because all three are accelerating.
As Director of Engineering for Tetra Tech’s Canadian Nuclear Unit (CNU), Mark Browne sums it up plainly: “We chose a while back to focus a lot of our efforts here in Ontario, because of the nuclear industry that is just exploding here right now.
Mar 03, 2026
A Letter to My Former Self: MikeLeaving the city wasn’t just a change of scenery—it was an invitation into a vibrant close-knit community with unexpected opportunity. In this “Letter To My Former Self,” Michael Cascone looks back on taking the leap to north Durham and how that decision created space for a more present family life, renewed career purpose, and a quiet sense of belonging that reshaped what success looked like.
Feb 25, 2026
A Letter to My Former Self: MarySometimes the biggest life changes start with a single, unexpected choice. For one former city dweller, that choice became a turning point.
Feb 25, 2026
The Secret Sauce Behind Hela SpiceThe next time you walk down a grocery aisle, pause for a moment. Pick up a sauce, a seasoning blend, a ready‑to‑cook meal.
Feb 23, 2026
The Rise of Rural Makers: Why Woodland Mills Fits the MovementWhat began as two childhood friends tinkering in a backyard has become a forestry-equipment company with its global headquarters, and heart,locatedin their hometown of Port Perry, Ontario.
Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD) Launches the 360° Growth Program to Scale Local BusinessesDurham Region, ON — The Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD) is proud to introduce the Feb 11, 2026
Durham Region Producer Reshapes Canadian Film IndustryFrom Durham Region to some of the world’s most prestigious film festivals, Tamar Bird is quietly reshaping Canadian cinema one story at a time. An award‑winning producer, writer, and creative force, Bird’s work is deeply focused on social change, pushing the boundaries of filmmaking and amplifying the voices of unrepresented people.
Jan 30, 2026
Spotlight your future at Film Durham’s Film and TV Industry Career FairWhitby, Ontario – Film and television (TV) production is growing across Durham Region, and the industry needs skilled talent. Explore a creative, in-demand future right here at home with Film Durham’s Film and Television Industry Career Fair.
Jan 28, 2026
Building the Future of Energy: Supply Chain Growth and Private Sector Investment in Durham RegionIn the heart of Ontario’s innovation corridor lies Durham Region, a powerhouse of clean energy and engineering expertise, and a testbed for smart technologies of the future.
Recognized as the Clean Energy Capital of Canada, Durham Region is driving economic growth, innovation and job creation through ongoing investments in new nuclear generation and site refurbishment.
Jan 09, 2026
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