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To make an appointment please contact Heather Hyde, Economic Development Officer by email or by phone at 519-832-2008 x 106.

Support for Businesses

Saugeen Shores’ small and locally owned businesses are woven into the fabric of our Town. Below is a listing of business supports and information.

For businesses exploring options for financial assistance, we encourage you to contact your financial institution to determine the opportunities that are the best fit for your business.

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Local Resources

Town of Saugeen Shores

  • Email Marketing 101: A Beginner’s Guide for Small Businesses

  • Ecommerce SEO Beginner's Guide

  • Sidewalk Patio and Sidewalk Cafe Encroachment Policy
  • 5 steps to optimizing your Google My Business Listing

Saugeen Shores Chamber of Commerce

  • Business Updates and Toolkit

Bruce County

  • Tariff Support - *New
  • Free Business to Bruce Workshops 
  • Grants for Business Owners
  • Employment Services in Grey, Bruce Huron

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  • Typsy - FREE Online Training for Tourism Businesses 
  • Tourism Professional Development Program - T3 Accelerator 

Provincial Resources

Ontario/Canadian Chamber of Commerce

  • Business and Employee Supports

Province of Ontario

  • Ontario.ca/Business
  • Free Rapid Tests for Organizations 
  • Digital Main Street - Digital Transformation Grant 
  • Business support line: 1-888-444-3659

Federal Resources

Government of Canada

  • Now Hiring: A Guide to Help Employers Attract and Retain Workers in a Post-Pandemic Environment 
  • Propel Student Work Placement Program - Tourism HR Canada 
  • Small Business Financing Program 
  • Services for Small Businesses 
  • Wellness Together Canada: Mental Health and Substance Use Support

The Town of Saugeen Shores provides services and support to businesses looking to establish or grow in Saugeen Shores. Expand the categories below to find out more.

Starting a Business

With a strong and vibrant economy, Saugeen Shores offers a prime location to start or expand your venture. If you are looking to start a small- or medium-sized business, you can access free business advice through the Business to Bruce program.

Business to Bruce offers:

  • Free and confidential one-on-one business advice
  • Educational seminars for business owners
  • Programs and training for young entrepreneurs
  • Education and networking events
  • Resource materials

 

Looking to increase your business's online presence? Follow these 5 steps to optimize your Google My Business Listing. 

Chamber of Commerce

The Saugeen Shores Chamber of Commerce supports the business communities of Port Elgin, Southampton and Saugeen Township. It provides government representation for its members and promotes economic prosperity in Saugeen Shores and surrounding areas.

Business owners can join the Chamber of Commerce to access networking, business support, special events, promotions and member discount programs.

Grants and Incentives

Bruce County offers grants and incentives to support business development in Saugeen Shores.

Spruce the Bruce community development grants provide financial support for the following:

  • Community Signage
  • Destination Infrastructure
  • Façade Improvement and Sidewalk Patios
  • Storefront Signage and Awnings
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Town of Saugeen Shores

600 Tomlinson Drive, P.O. Box 820

Port Elgin ON N0H 2C0

Phone 519-832-2008

Toll Free 1-866-832-2008

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