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Optimal Geographic Location

Buffalo Niagara gives your company access you won’t find anywhere else, like seven international ports of entry, certified Foreign Trade Zones, the first major port of call on the Great Lakes, and close access to 40% of the binational population. We facilitate $90 billion in annual trade between the U.S. and Canada — a full 15% of all trade between the two countries.

Made in the U.S.A.

The "Made in USA" label can be a powerful marketing tool, especially for products where the origin of manufacture is an important factor for consumers. This can lead to increased brand credibility and sales.

Low Cost of Doing Business

Businesses in Buffalo Niagara take advantage of the regions low cost of doing business and living. Many enjoy low-cost green and reliable power sources with state-allocated hydropower. Manufacturing companies benefit from the regions 0% state corporate income tax., 0% inventory/real personal property tax, and 0% sales tax on production or R&D equipment.

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Let us Help you Navigate the Process

Canadian businesses expanding to the U.S. can face unique challenges, including incorporation, immigration, tax compliance, labor law differences, and more. We know how to navigate these hurdles. Explore our expansion checklist and connect with us for free assistance.

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ADDRESSING YOUR TALENT NEEDS

A Place where People Want to Live

Be in Buffalo, a program of Invest Buffalo Niagara, is introducing – or reintroducing – a new Buffalo to an entire generation of people with the skills needed to build an economy of the future. Big-city amenities, small-town charm, and affordable real estate has made Buffalo Niagara one of the most desirable places to live in the U.S.
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Our resources and services make it easier than ever to expand to the U.S.

Invest Buffalo Niagara serves as a single point of entry for economic development inquiries and offers a comprehensive suite of client-driven project management services to companies and consultants evaluating the market area.

Cross Border Due Diligence

Gain tips today from our team, expert partners, and other companies like you who have expanded to Buffalo Niagara.

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Demographic Analysis

Explore our Buffalo Niagara demographics dashboard plus our Manufacturing and Technology specific data. We can also provide custom data.

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Well-education Workforce

Buffalo Niagara benefits from 19 colleges and universities graduating 20,000+ annually. Discover your sources of talent.

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Site Selection

Generate property data reports, and search commercial real estate listings. Our team can run a custom search for you and schedule tours.

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Incentives

On top of the already low cost of doing business in Buffalo Niagara, the region offers qualifying businesses growing in WNY a number of incentive opportunities. We help companies through the application process.

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Service Providers

Our region boasts a robust transportation infrastructure and benefits from strong utility partners who we are happy to introduce you to.

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Consider Buffalo Niagara for Your U.S. or Canadian Business Expansion

Jumpstart your journey to Buffalo Niagara with our comprehensive guides, offering expert insights on incorporation, immigration, tax and accounting, human resources, and more, tailored for both U.S. and Canadian expansions.
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We've made it simple and painless to expand your business to the U.S.

Our team of professional economic development consultants at Invest Buffalo Niagara provide free and confidential services to companies considering the Buffalo Niagara region. Schedule a cross-border meeting when and where you are available—virtual, in the U.S., or during our Canadian office hours.

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Our services don’t end there. Upon expansion or relocation, we’re here to provide connections to hiring agencies, media contacts, and more to help ensure your success.

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Sucro Sourcing

Sucro Sourcing is a multinational company refining sugar for mills, processors, distributors and industrial customers. Before considering a permanent expansion in Buffalo Niagara, the company first set up a pilot project in the Gateway Trade Zone. At the completion of that pilot project, the company was satisfied and willing to further consider a permanent presence in Western New York. The company was also considering Miami, Florida for the project.

Incentives: Empire State Development Excelsior Tax Credit ECIDA tax abatement NYPA hydropower National Grid grant

Sucro Sourcing is a multinational company refining sugar for mills, processors, distributors and industrial customers. Before considering a permanent expansion in Buffalo Niagara, the company first set up a pilot project in the Gateway Trade Zone.
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Worksport

Worksport is a publicly traded Canadian company that manufactures tonneau covers for trucks. The company was manufacturing their products overseas but was looking for a site in North America to onshore production. Worksport had a list of requirements they were searching for throughout the process including a suitable building preferably near their Canadian headquarters, access to cross border expertise, and government incentives to make the project possible.

Worksport is a publicly traded Canadian company that manufactures tonneau covers for trucks. The company was manufacturing their products overseas but was looking for a site in North America to onshore production.
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Zoom Zoom

Zoom Zoom is a ride-sharing company founded in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The company founder began offering rides during his time at university. As the business grew, Walid began building a back-end platform and app for ride-sharing customers. Walid realized the opportunity to expand his business to a similar market in the U.S., offering a more local option for ride-sharing customers.

Incentives: Startup NY

Zoom Zoom is a ride-sharing company founded in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The company founder began offering rides during his time at university.
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Electrovaya

Electrovaya is a Canadian manufacturer of Lithium-ion batteries. The company is focused on the clean energy transfer and prevention of climate change through the supply of the safest and longest lasting batteries in the market. Electrovaya explored a U.S. expansion to ramp up production of batteries within the warehouse distribution and transportation vertical. With its Canadian headquarters based in Mississauga, Ontario, Buffalo Niagara, and its close proximity, was a natural fit for U.S. expansion.

Incentives: Empire State Development Excelsior Jobs Tax Credits, New York Power Authority Hydropower Allocation, Property Tax Abatement, Mortgage Tax Abatement, Sales Tax Abatement

Electrovaya is a Canadian manufacturer of Lithium-ion batteries. The company is focused on the clean energy transfer and prevention of climate change through the supply of the safest and longest lasting batteries in the market.
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PatCom Medical

PatCom Medical is an early-stage Canadian medical device company focused on improving patient comfort during evaluation and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders. PatCom’s small diameter endoscopes, advanced light and camera technology, and patented Esophageal Introducer allow for easy intubation and more accurate testing, including Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES), Videostroboscopy, and Reflux testing.

With 80% of the company’s sales in the U.S., having a physical presence in the States became a top priority. The company was looking for a region with a strong life and health sciences ecosystem, specifically within minimally invasive surgery innovation, as well as potential for academic partnerships.

PatCom Medical is an early-stage Canadian medical device company focused on improving patient comfort during evaluation and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders.
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Pride Pak

Canadian-headquartered Pride Pak processes fresh vegetables, making ready-made salads in a bag and chopped vegetables. The company also sources raw vegetables from both the US and Canada. Pride Pak was started in 1984 and has their main office in Mississauga with another facility in New Foundland. They currently employ over 200 people and sell to grocery retailers and into the restaurant industry.

With growing sales in the US, Steven Karr, CEO sought a new facility across the border to grow his business. In 2014, Pride Pak reached out to multiple regions within New York State to locate their new facility.

Canadian-headquartered Pride Pak processes fresh vegetables, making ready-made salads in a bag and chopped vegetables. The company also sources raw vegetables from both the US and Canada.
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Browse through a range of commercial properties tailored to suit every business need in the thriving Buffalo Niagara region. From modern office spaces to development locations, discover the perfect space to elevate your business and capitalize on the region’s growth opportunities.

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