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The County of Simcoe Economic Development Office is pleased to welcome Daniel Van Kampen to our team as the Regional Technology Development Site Program Lead. Daniel will be responsible for the delivery, coordination, and overall success of the Regional Technology Development Site (RTDS) for Simcoe County, Barrie, and Orillia. In his role, he will promote a culture […]
Ontario invests in Simcoe County, Barrie and Orillia to accelerate automotive and smart mobility innovation
Midhurst/March 4, 2026 – The Government of Ontario, through the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN), has announced an investment of $17.5 million to establish nine Regional Technology Development Sites (RTDS) across the province. Through this investment, the RTDS of Simcoe County, Barrie and Orillia has been launched as one of Ontario’s newest advanced automotive and […]
Career Opportunity: RTDS Program Lead
The County of Simcoe Economic Development Office (EDO) is looking for a passionate and dynamic individual to join our team as the Program Lead of the new Regional Technology Development Site (RTDS) of Simcoe County, Barrie, and Orillia. The position is a 3-year, temporary, full time contract. Apply by March 13, 2026 and be a […]
The Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) Supports a Nearly $70 Million Investment to Establish Nine Regional Technology Development Sites Across Ontario
Toronto, ON — [February 6, 2026] — The Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN), led by the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI), announced an investment of $17.5 million to establish nine Regional Technology Development Sites (RTDS), with $32.8 million in matching industry investment and over $19.3 million from the broader public sector, for a total of over […]
