The Core5 Ecosystem
A pan-Northern Ontario network of facilities, partners, and expertise across 6 key regions.
Explore Our Regions
Select a region to discover the partners, facilities, and specialties available in each hub.
OVIN Regional Technologies Development Sites
Core5 is part of Ontario's broader OVIN Regional Technology Development Sites network, connecting automotive and EV innovation across the province.
DRTDS
Durham
Focuses on electric vehicles, smart mobility, communications, and transportation. Leverages the ACE Climate Aerodynamic Wind Tunnel and a sandbox for real-world testing.
CITM
Hamilton
Specialized in EV, alternative powertrains (Hydrogen), and smart infrastructure. Offers access to 4G/5G private wireless networks with RADAR/LiDAR sensors.
Area X.O
Ottawa
Focuses on smart mobility, autonomy, connectivity, and cybersecurity. Key applications include smart agriculture, defense, public safety, and drones.
VentureLab
Toronto
Specializes in hardware, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing. Operates the Hardware Catalyst Initiative to help companies scale hardware technology and IP.
SmartTO
Toronto
Led by York University and Centennial College, focusing on smart materials, light-weighting, connectivity, and vehicle reliability. Access to Canada's largest transportation training facility.
Windsor-Essex
Windsor-Essex
Specializes in advanced simulation, virtual reality (VR), digital twinning, and automotive cybersecurity. Home to Canada's largest publicly accessible VR Cave.