News Summary

John Solomos, the founder of BlueBird IT Solutions, has significantly contributed to the growth of Markham as a tech hub. Solomos established his company in Markham after identifying an opportunity to digitize medical clinics across Canada. BlueBird IT Solutions has since become a leading IT provider for healthcare professionals nationwide, partnering with major electronic medical records (EMR) companies and achieving over 90% EMR adoption across the country. Solomos credits Markham’s tech ecosystem, which includes over 1,500 tech companies and strong support from educational institutions and government bodies, as an enabler for his company’s success. His contributions to the local community include a $75,000 donation to York University’s new Markham campus, which emphasizes technology and entrepreneurship. BlueBird IT Solutions aims to become a global leader in health tech, further solidifying Markham’s reputation as a hub for innovation.