County of Huron SLED Fund opens for 2021 applications
FROM HURON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – The County of Huron’s annual SLED (Supporting Local Economic Development) program opens on February 8, 2021, providing an opportunity for municipalities and registered non-profits to receive funding for projects which target key regional economic development priorities in COVID-19 recovery, workforce attraction, agriculture, tourism, or investment attraction. Successful projects will be provided up to $10,000 through the SLED fund and must be completed by March 31, 2022. Recipients of the SLED program funding are required to use funds in a way that has a clear and measurable economic impact, includes substantial private sector participation, and must provide financial resources and support to the project. Eligible…
Huron County Business & Tourism Update
FROM HURON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Huron County Business Map -With the current changes in government restrictions with the current lockdown, make sure you update your business details on the HC BizMap. You can add your business or suggest edits to the BizMap yourself! Digital Service Squad: The Huron County Digital Service Squad is still active through the lockdown to assist your businesses with their digital goals remotely, at no cost! The DSS will be available until mid-February 2021, so please do not miss out on this great opportunity to help increase the use of digital technologies in your business! The Digital Service Squad can provide one-on-one assistance, at no cost, to…
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2021 Huron Tourism Summit – Rescheduled
Join Huron County Economic Development for the Huron County Tourism Summit, featuring two virtual half-day sessions led by tourism industry experts. Register for ONE or BOTH days: Monday, January 25 from 1:30 – 4:00 pm Tuesday, January 26 from 9:00 – 11:30 am Each of the days will include interactive breakout sessions, as well as updates from Huron County Economic Development and Regional Tourism Organization 4 (RTO4). Registration is free. View the agenda and register here. About this Event January 25, 2021 (1:30-4:00pm) Led by William Bakker (Destination Think) Sponsored by Community Futures Huron Keynote: William Bakker of Destination Think will provide a keynote on tourism market trends with a focus on…
The Rural Economic Development (RED) Program now accepting applications
FROM ONTARIO REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, Dec. 11, 2020 – The Rural Economic Development Program is now accepting applications. What is the RED Program? Rural Economic Development (RED) is a cost-share funding program that supports projects that create strong rural communities in Ontario. What are RED Outcomes? RED applications are assessed on their ability to result in one or more of the following: Jobs retained or created Investments attracted or retained Businesses attracted, retained and/or expanded Enhanced strategic economic infrastructure Regional partnerships that drive growth Who is eligible for RED? To be eligible for RED you must be: a Municipality a Not-for-Profit Entity an Ontario Indigenous Community or Organization, or a…
Digital Transformation Grant – deadline extended to December 15, 2020
FROM HURON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Nov. 27, 2020 – That’s right! It’s not too late to apply for this $2,500 grant to help your business achieve your digital goals and increase your capacity through digital transformation! The application deadline has been extended until December 15 (OR until all grants have been exhausted)! Register your business online at https://digitalmainstreet.ca/ or get in touch with your local Digital Service Squad member by contacting economicdevelopment@huroncounty.ca.
Recap – Municipal Agriculture, Economic Development & Planning Forum
FROM ONTARIO REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, Nov. 26, 2020 – The 12th annual Municipal Agriculture Economic Development & Planning Forum took place on November 18-19, 2020. The forum showcased exciting agricultural and rural projects happening in Huron County and throughout Ontario. Ways to engage and grow agriculture along the value chain, and opportunities for planning and economic development were highlighted to the more than 230 […] Read more of this post
Seasonal Buy Local Campaign: Huron County Wish Book
FROM THE COUNTY OF HURON, Nov. 13, 2020 – Finding the perfect gift for everyone on a holiday list just got a lot easier thanks to the 2020 Huron County Wish Book. A nostalgic tribute to the eagerly anticipated annual department store Wish Book, the Huron County Wish Book provides plenty of gift ideas from retailers and businesses across Huron County. Whether looking for a handcrafted one-of-a-kind item or popular brand name products, everyone can find great gift giving ideas available right in their backyard. Last year, Canadians spent an average of $1,593 on holiday gifts. Not only does shopping local keep those dollars in Huron communities, but purchasing gifts from local merchants…
Reminder: Rural conference starts Nov. 16
The Rural Talks to Rural 2020 Conference is taking place from Nov. 16 to Nov. 28. R2R20 is a conference about the many ways of seeing our world. Co-produced by the Canadian Centre for Rural Creativity (CCRC) and Goderich to Guelph Rail Trail Inc., the conference is offering an amazing lineup of guests/presenters with workshops, story circles, keynote addresses, and even a virtual lunch. R2R20 will bring people together, once again, from across the County, the country, and beyond our borders to imagine the future of rural. For more info or to register, please click here!
Shop locally this holiday season with the Huron County Holiday Wish Book
Exciting news: the new Huron County Wish Book campaign is underway! If you’d like to know more about the campaign, whether as a business or interested shopper, please contact Huron County Economic Development directly by emailing either Brittany Wise at bwise@huroncounty.ca or Rick Sickinger at rsickinger@huroncounty.ca. SHOPPERS: Please note that info is coming about where & when to access the Huron County Holiday Wish Book. Please stay tuned! #HuronCounty #HolidayWishBook #ShopLocal #Huron East
Have you applied for the Digital Transformation Grant?
FROM HURON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – Attention Small Businesses! Have you applied for the Digital Transformation Grant 2.0 yet? It provides grants of up to $2,500 to help businesses strategically adopt technology and meet their digital goals. The deadline to apply is November 30, 2020, limited funds available so be sure to apply early. To apply, you must: Register online and take a digital assessment. Complete the eligibility form, take the online training (now 3h) and develop a Digital Transformation Plan. Apply for the $2,500 grant. Need help applying to the Digital Transformation Grant? Reach out to the Huron County Digital Service Squad (economicdevelopment@huroncounty.ca) to learn more!
