Information Technology

Known globally for its high tech industry, the Region continues to lead the world in many pioneering technologies, from wireless to Internet to production technology. The Waterloo Region has the sophisticated expertise and the well-developed infrastructure required to successfully develop commercially significant technologies. Innovations originating at the University of Waterloo have been linked to hundreds of start-up companies in the region, some of which – including RIM, Open Text, and DALSA – have gone on to become global technology leaders. World-leading firms such as McAfee, Agfa, Sybase, Adobe, Siebel, and LSI Logic, have a strong local R&D presence.

Quick Facts
Companies: 400
Employees: 27,000