Economic Development Update - February 23
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To view a full list of resources from a variety of sources and organizations, visit the Town’s Business Support webpage.
Still have questions? Reach out to the Economic Development Officer at Heather.Hyde@SaugeenShores.ca
Digital Main Street in Saugeen Shores
The Digital Transformation Grant is back!
The Digital Transformation Grant is a FREE $2,500 grant to improve your business’s digital goals. From now until September 2023 the Digital Transformation Grant is available for businesses.
FREE social media and website guidance is also available in Saugeen Shores from Sarah Taylor, Digital Service Squad representative. But hurry support is only available until March 31, 2023.
Contact Sarah Taylor at dsssarahtaylor@gmail.com or head over to https://digitalmainstreet.ca/digital-transformation-grant-4-0/ for all of the information.
Saugeen Shores Job Fair
The Saugeen Shores Chamber of Commerce, The Town of Saugeen Shores, and VPI Working Solutions are pleased to present the 2023 Job Fair & Career Expo!
Meet with local employers who are hiring for current and summer employment.
The Expo will run from 4:00pm to 7:00pm on Wednesday, March 22 in Rotary Hall at The Plex in Port Elgin. This event is open to the public, and admission is free-of-charge.
Employers need to register to participate. The cost to register is $25.00 (including HST) per 8-foot table. Tables are limited. Register today!
Do you have questions about the 2023 Job Fair & Career Expo? Email the Saugeen Shores Chamber of Commerce at hello@saugeenshoreschamber.ca.
Spruce the Bruce Grant Applications Now Open!
Beautiful settings attract people. Attractive storefronts help create a more vibrant and welcoming atmosphere on main street. Make your vision come to life with grant funding from Spruce the Bruce.
Businesses that take a little more care with the exterior of their storefront by adding a fresh coat of paint, new signage or even a few strands of twinkly white lights, attract more customers and increase sales.
Eligible downtown businesses can apply for grants to help cover the costs of the following:
- Façade improvements - up to $4,000
- Fascia sign - up to $1,000
- Perpendicular sign - up to $750
- Awning - up to $1,000
- Patio - up to $4,000
Did you receive a grant before but have plans for another exterior improvement? You might be eligible for funding again!
Visit sprucethebruce.com to find out more!
An Evening of Women Leading Change – An International Women’s Day Event
Be inspired from the stories of persistent female leaders in our community, speaking about their take on this year’s International Women’s Day theme #EmbraceEquity.
Join us for An Evening with Women Leading Change on Friday, March 10 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Pavilion in Kincardine, brought to you by Women's House Serving Bruce and Grey and Bruce County’s Business to Bruce. Tickets are available to purchase for $50 until March 8.
Women entrepreneurs are raising the bar, breaking glass ceilings, building new bridges and leading Bruce County’s economy and prosperity. Enjoy an incredible night of inspiring stories, paired with networking, refreshments and hors d’oeuvres. Hear from some of the most prominent women entrepreneurs in our area, including Susan Brissette.
An online auction will also run from March 4 until March 13, with funds raised going directly to Women's House Serving Bruce and Grey. Winning bidders will receive an email indicating that their bid won.
In addition, recipients of the annual Women's House Serving Bruce and Grey, Woman of Distinction awards will be presented at the event.
Can’t make it? Consider donating to Women’s House Serving Bruce and Grey.
Business to Bruce Sessions
See the full calendar and register HERE.
- Adapting to the Workforce Landscape: Hiring Staff - March 1, Virtual
- The Future of Retail and How Your Business Should Adapt - March 9, Kincardine Public Library
- Income Tax for Partnerships and Sole Proprietors - March 13, Virtual
- Adapting to the Workforce Landscape: Employee Retention - March 15, Virtual
- Closing Workforce Gaps: Hiring and Retaining Newcomers - March 16, Virtual
- Social Media Essentials for Small Business - March 22, Virtual
Pitch your Business to Investors
Hawks' Nest is back with its Dragon's Den-style inspired competition where you can pitch your business ideas to secure financial support from local "hawk" investors. Open to all applicants within the Grey, Bruce, Owen Sound, Minto and North Wellington areas.
Application due March 10.
To learn more visit Hawks' Nest - SEDC (sbdc.ca)
T3 Accelerator Program
Now is the perfect time for mentoring and coaching as you work on your business planning for spring and summer 2023. T3 Accelerator was created with the established tourism businesses of BruceGreySimcoe in mind. With the support of volunteer coaches with years of experience in multiple fields, the program offers coaching support in many areas, including marketing, social media, business planning, human resources, succession planning and more. Best of all, it’s FREE to tourism businesses in BruceGreySimcoe!
Have questions or need more information? Visit the T3 Accelerator webpage. You can also email t3@rto7.ca