Edsby CEO John Myers

Edsby has always believed the best educational technology should feel like a community. Recently, our hometown recognized that same community-minded spirit, featuring Edsby on the City of Richmond Hill’s website.

The city is highlighting unique local businesses that are growing, evolving, and making a tangible impact on the world. We are honoured to be recognized among the top technology leaders choosing to call Richmond Hill home.

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The city’s feature takes a behind-the-scenes look at the companies driving progress within the municipality, highlighting a few core themes of Edsby’s mission:

• Purpose-Built for Education: We aren’t just coding features; we are building digital communities. Our team is empowering teachers, engaging families, and giving students the tools they need to thrive.

• Hometown Roots, Global Scale: Richmond Hill provides the incredible local tech talent that allows us to tackle massive global challenges. Today, our locally developed platform supports millions of users across vast school districts and international borders.
• Secure, Future-Ready Innovation: As the landscape of education shifts, we are focused on contributing safe, thoughtful advancements. By developing reliable tools—like native AI and robust data analytics—we’re helping build the future of K-12 EdTech.

“Our goal has always been to build an environment where enthusiastic, talented people can create innovative products that bring true value to educators and students,” says John Myers, Co-founder and President of Edsby. “Being able to grow that team and drive global educational advancements right here from Richmond Hill is something we are incredibly proud of.”

We are incredibly proud to be part of Richmond Hill’s thriving technological community, building fulfilling careers, supporting essential global systems, and driving meaningful advancements.

Read the full “Innovation in Action” article on the City of Richmond Hill’s website >