NewMakeIt
launched: 2016 | status: implemented
Solution Summary
NewMakeIt is a business development service that enables members of the local community to launch innovative, creative, entrepreneurial or learning activities by offering a makerspace, coworking space and workshops and classes [1].
Problem
Start-ups and small businesses often have to invest much of their start-up capital in overhead costs such as equipment and office space. This ties up many capacities and hinders the growth of companies.
Aim
NewMakeIt is a shared technology studio for innovators that acts as a hub for bringing together entrepreneurs, tinkerers, artists and other creative minds.
Approach
NewMakeIt focuses on three key services: a maker space, a co-working space as well as workshops and classes. Different membership subscriptions are available depending on the services the startups and companies want to use [Weblink 1]. In the 700 m² facility, members have access to the latest technologies and tools such as high-speed broadband access, 3D printers or laser cutters [1; Weblink 2].
Typical events that are held in the facility include:
- workshops on various topics like woodworking, 3D printing or laser cutting,
- training seminars for young entrepreneurs
- "Repair Café" sessions where people can learn to repair household items
- Meetups robotics enthusiasts [1]
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Involved Parties
Regional Municipality of York
Province of Ontario
Town of Newmarket
NewMakeIt
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Regional Municipality of York, Canada
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