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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.

Shop Saugeen Shores

Saugeen Shores’ small and locally owned businesses are woven into the fabric of our Town. To help support businesses we’ve assembled a Saugeen Shores Strong page with information on what you'll find when shopping local.

Support for businesses

Below is a listing of business supports and information. For businesses still 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

  • Digital Main Street Grant and Online Support - Contact Jack Bender at dssjackbender@gmail.com 
  • Saugeen Shores Strong Economic Recovery Strategy
  • Sidewalk Patio and Sidewalk Cafe Encroachment Policy Revisions
  • 5 steps to optimizing your Google My Business Listing

Saugeen Shores Chamber of Commerce

  • Business Updates and Tool Kit

Local PPE Suppliers

  • Gord's Imprints
  • Kristen's Pharmacy

Bruce County

  • Free Business to Bruce Workshops 
  • Grants for Business Owners
  • Jobs in Bruce
  • Economic Development - COVID-19 Resources 
  • Grey Bruce Huron Strong 

Regional Tourism Organization 7

  • Tourism Relief Fund
  • Typsy - FREE Online Training for Tourism Businesses 
  • Tourism Professional Development Program - T3 Accelerator 
  • Implementation Programs 

  • COVID-19 Update and Resources

Grey Bruce Health Unit

  • Resources and signage for businesses
  • COVID-19 Grey Bruce

Provincial resources

Ontario/Canadian Chamber of Commerce

  • COVID-19 Preparedness for Business
  • Business and Employee Supports

Province of Ontario

  • COVID-19 Worker Income Protection Benefit extended until March 31,2023 
  • Ontario.ca/Business
  • Free Rapid Tests for Organizations 
  • Improving cash flows for Ontario businesses 

  • Digital Main Street - Digital Transformation Grant 
  • Community COVID-19 Supports Quick Reference Guide
  • Business support line: 1-888-444-3659
  • Workplace PPE Supplier Directory
  • Resources to prevent COVID-19 in the workplace
  • COVID-19: Support for Businesses
  • Information for Landlords

Ontario Ministry of Health

  • Stats and Self-Assessment Tool

Federal resources

Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses

  • COVID-19 Small Business Help Centre

Government of Canada

  • Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) Program Repayment Deadlines Have Changed
  • Now Hiring: A Guide to Help Employers Attract and Retain Workers in a Post-Pandemic Environment 
  • Propel Student Work Placement Program - Tourism HR Canada 
  • Changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program 

  • Expanded Access to Lockdown Program & Worker Lockdown Benefit 

  • Small Business Financing Program 
  • COVID-19 Supports 
  • Services for small businesses
  • Tourism Relief Fund available through FedDev Ontario 

  • Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) 
  • Emergency Support for Community Organizations
  • Find financial help during COVID-19
  • Wellness Together Canada: Mental Health and Substance Use Support
  • Canada's COVID-19 Economic Response Plan: Support for Canadians and Businesses

Retail Council of Canada

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Business Development Bank of Canada

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  • Business Continuity Plan and Templates for Entrepreneurs 

Export Development Canada

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World Health Organization on COVID-19

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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
  • Streetscape beautification
  • Façade improvement and sidewalk patios
  • Storefront signage and awnings
  • Destination infrastructure
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Town of Saugeen Shores

600 Tomlinson Drive, P.O. Box 820

Port Elgin ON N0H 2C0

Phone 519-832-2008

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