Economic Development Update - July 2023
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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.
Sidewalk Patio and Sidewalk Cafes
Are you interested in setting up an outdoor patio or café area for your business this summer?
A Patio Application is required for any business setting up a patio on municipally owned property. This includes patios with railings/boundaries and those setting up tables and chairs.
There is no cost to submit an application and Heather Hyde, Economic Development Officer, is available to support businesses through the simple application process.
Heather can be contacted at Heather.Hyde@SaugeenShores.ca or at 519-832-2008 x 106.
You can find more information about the requirements in the Town’s Patio Policy.
Local Business Resources
Saugeen Shores businesses have access to a variety of local resources.
A full list can be found on the Town’s Business Support webpage. Or, you can visit our partner organizations directly.
The County of Bruce offers supports for new businesses and annual grant opportunities.
Regional Tourism Organization 7 (RTO7) offers training and coaching opportunities, and partnership grants for businesses operating in the tourism space.
Saugeen Shores Visitor’s Survey
The Saugeen Shores Visitor Survey is now open! Help us gather valuable information about our travel and tourism industry! Click the link below to complete the survey for Saugeen Shores.
Those who complete the survey will be entered into a draw for a chance to win a kayak paddling prize package for four paddlers from Thorncrest Outfitters valued at $200. Draw to take place August 31, 2023.
Saugeen Shores Visitor’s Survey
Market Your Upcoming Event to Visitors
Explore the Bruce provides free exposure for your event and highlights what's happening in communities throughout Bruce County.
Pride Month
This June, the Town raised the Progress Pride flag to celebrate and support our 2SLGBTQI+ community.
Additionally, Saugeen Shores launched its first pride window decal program.
Over 40 window decals were delivered to local businesses who demonstrated their commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Equity.
A big thank you to the establishments that participated in this important program.