Issue 17
Checking Out Local Faves
If there’s one thing we love, it’s shopping local. Support these storeowners and buy yourself a little something all in one visit.
Melissa Nowakowski
9 December 2022
Issue 17
8 of the Hottest Activities in Durham Region
Here are seven fun activities (outdoor and indoor) that you can enjoy in Durham Region this winter.
Melissa Nowakowski
9 December 2022
Issue 17
A Day in Pickering
Named after Pickering in Yorkshire, England, this picturesque, lakeside area of Durham Region is a hop, skip and a jump from Toronto, which makes it ideal for day-tripping for much of the province.
Katie Dupuis
9 December 2022
EN3 - Energy, Environment & Engineering
Where to Shop this Fall
Grab your wallet and a pumpkin-spice latte — it’s time to shop local. Support these storeowners
and buy yourself a little something all in one visit.
Lisa van de Geyn
16 September 2022
EN3 - Energy, Environment & Engineering
Spark’s Picks
The Spark team and all of its partners are big fans of Durham Region (of course!), so it’s safe to say we can give expert recommendations for things to do and places to visit in the area. In this issue, we asked members of our extended team for their favourite winery or brewery in the area.
Spark Centre Team
16 September 2022
EN3 - Energy, Environment & Engineering
5 Ways to Save Energy this Winter
Let’s face it: With the cost of living at an all-time high, finding ways to save money is top of mind.
Melissa Nowakowski
15 September 2022
EN3 - Energy, Environment & Engineering
Take Your Pick
Visit one of Durham Region’s pick-your-own options this fall to load up on apples, pumpkins and more.
Katie Dupuis
15 September 2022
EN3 - Energy, Environment & Engineering
A Chat With Mathilda Irawan
Mathilda Irawan’s life has spanned multiple continents, cultures and cuisines, and her journey to becoming
a self-taught chef and owning a plant-based restaurant is one of discovery and healing.
Kailee Somers
15 September 2022
EN3 - Energy, Environment & Engineering
Cruising through Clarington
Comprised of Orono, Bowmanville, Courtice and Newcastle, Clarington is a true gem in Durham Region, and prides itself on being the “perfect blend of city living and rural charm.” Here are a few of our favourite haunts.
Lisa van de Geyn
15 September 2022
EN3 - Energy, Environment & Engineering
International Innovators: Start Your Journey in Canada Today
We really support innovators. That’s what it all comes down to, and it’s truly what Synergy Lab does best.
Nova Oliphant
15 September 2022
EN3 - Energy, Environment & Engineering
It’s Time for Digital Adoption
As the world moves toward a digital way of life, businesses must embrace digital technology to move with it.
Christine Montag
15 September 2022
Farm To Table
Protecting Innovators
Safeguarding intellectual property is important in every sector, including agriculture and agri-tech. Bereskin
& Parr, a highly regarded IP law firm, helps those in the farm-to-table movement to protect their work.
Tony Orsi & Luca Manfredi
17 June 2022
HEALTH ESPRESSO
How one company is empowering independent pharmacies and getting prescriptions in the hands of Canadians who need them with their easy-to-use software.
A Day in Pickering
Named after Pickering in Yorkshire, England, this picturesque, lakeside area of Durham Region is a hop, skip and a jump from Toronto, which makes it ideal for day-tripping for much of the province.
