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CFHuron Community Project, Community Project, COVID-19 Support, FedDev Ontario, Regional Relief and Recovery Fund
Digital Farm Gate, an RRRF community project
Digital Farm Gate, an RRRF Community-Based Business Project, expands on the work begun May 2020, when Community Futures Huron supported Huron County Farmers’ Markets and producers to pivot towards online sales and ecommerce as a solution for the restrictions caused by the Covid pandemic as part of the Libro Food Hub project. The Digital Farm Gate includes: The Rise and Shine newsletter targeting direct market producers and food processors and updating on the most relevant marketing and business support opportunities. A series of training and webinars related to E-commerce and other food business related topics. Consulting available to individual business to do digital marketing assessments, training, website development and more.…
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CFHuron Community Project, Community-Based Business Project, COVID-19 Support, FedDev Ontario, Regional Relief and Recovery Fund
New HMA Employee Attraction and Retention Program, supported by the RRRF
The Huron Manufacturing Association (HMA) is a strong voice for manufacturing through the promotion of education, networking, celebrating the achievements of our membership. Recently, the HMA received RRRF support for the Employee Attraction and Retention (EAR) Program through Community Futures Huron. The EAR Program will deliver a review of business processes for; Recruiting Wage Structure Benefit Offerings Performance Expectations Employee Engagement Retention Goals The selected Consulting Team (through Request for Proposals) will then create a comprehensive inventory of current practices and policies outlining what the selected member industries have been doing in each of the observed areas. Larry Livingston, chair of the HMA, says he is optimistic that the process will provide…
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CFHuron Update, COVID-19 Support, FedDev Ontario, Funding, Grants, Regional Relief and Recovery Fund
RRRF at work in Huron County
An update on the RRRF at work in Huron County – A major injection of investment capital, business services and operational funding through the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund has allowed CF Huron to respond quickly to the economic challenges posed by COVID-19. To date, over $1.5 million in COVID-relief loans have been disbursed to Huron County businesses, maintaining 79 enterprises and 242 jobs in the local economy. Additionally, $567,000 in business services funding has been committed, allowing 130 SMEs and social enterprises to access expert advice and business coaching to carry them through the pandemic. RRRF at work in Huron County Community Futures Huron (CFHuron) is a federally supported…
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Business, CFHuron Client Success Stories, CFHuron Update, COVID-19 Support, FedDev Ontario, Regional Relief and Recovery Fund, Small Business
The Huron Christmas Store, RRRF client
Sandy Campbell, owner of The Huron Christmas Store located in Clinton, Ontario, was successful in applying for RRRF assistance to help her retail business adjust and cover business operational costs for the upcoming months. The Huron Christmas Store, the red store in downtown Clinton, is a unique year-round Christmas Store. Sandy’s store carries handcrafted pieces made by local artisans, supporting the community and providing unique items for customers. Almost everything in the store is handmade with love, from tree ornaments, wall and table décor, wreaths, cards, to gag gifts and more. They also carry artificial Christmas trees, seasonal décor and special bereavement & sympathy cards and gifts. “My store opened in…
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Small businesses can receive RRRF loans up to $60,000
Regional Relief and Recovery Fund Update Community Futures Development Corporations across southern Ontario continue to help small businesses impacted by COVID-19 that have been unable to access other federal support. Now, small businesses can receive loans up to $60,000! The Regional Relief and Recovery Fund has been expanded, and we continue to support SMEs in our community impacted by COVID-19 that have been unable to access other federal support. Apply now for more RRRF no-interest loan funding! These loans are interest free for 2 years with 25% forgivable if repaid by Dec. 2022, for the first $40,000. The $20,000 top up loan is 50% forgivable!! Deadline to apply is Thurs., Feb. 18, 2021.…
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COVID-19 Support, FedDev Ontario, From Our Network, Funding, Huron County Economic Development, Huron County Tourism, WOCFDCA
5 funding programs to support YOU right now
Ontario Small Business Support Grant Starting at $10,000 for all eligible businesses, the grant provides businesses with funding to a maximum of $20,000 to help cover decreased revenue expected as a result of the Provincewide Shutdown. The business must demonstrate they experienced a revenue decline of at least 20 per cent when comparing monthly revenue in April 2019 and April 2020. This time period was selected because it reflects the impact of the public health measures in spring 2020, and as such provides a representation of the possible impact of these latest measures on small businesses. Tourism Adaptation Fund and Recovery Program The Tourism Adaptation and Recovery Program helps small…
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Community Futures Huron still accepting applications for the 2nd round of RRRF
We are here to help local businesses. If your business has been impacted by COVID-19 and you’ve been unable to access other federal support, you may be eligible for the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund. We are still accepting applications for the 2nd round of RRRF interest-free business loans up to $40,000. Please apply soon so you don’t miss this opportunity for Federally-funded assistance. The Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF) 2.0 is a NEW round of the funding program offered through FedDev Ontario and Community Futures Ontario to provide financial assistance to small and medium-sized businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and who are unable to access the Government…
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Business, CFHuron Client Success Stories, CFHuron Update, COVID-19 Support, FedDev Ontario, Regional Relief and Recovery Fund, Small Business
Naturally Bongins plans for the future with RRRF help
Small businesses are at the heart of our economy and are vital to our communities; the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund, offered through Community Futures Huron, is in place to help Huron County businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Naturally Bongins, located in Wingham, Ontario is co-owned by Bill George and Ashley Vander Velden. In 2018 they had the idea of the ultimate stash box, giving legal cannabis enthusiasts peace of mind that they are being responsible for keeping accessories locked up and stored away from their children and pets. As the cannabis industry is evolving so is Naturally Bongins. Their vision is to create a collaborating environment between head shops…
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Business, CFHuron Client Success Stories, CFHuron Update, Client News, COVID-19 Support, FedDev Ontario, Funding, Regional Relief and Recovery Fund, Small Business
Winston’s Men’s Wear, RRRF client
Community Futures Huron, a federally funded non-profit organization, is here to support small businesses in Huron County. During during COVID-19, CFHuron is helping local businesses by providing access to the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund, a federally funded business assistance loan program. The Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF) 2.0 is a new program offered through FedDev Ontario and Community Futures Ontario to provide financial assistance to small and medium-sized businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and who are unable to access the Government of Canada’s existing relief measures. The RRRF financing is to support small enterprises including social enterprises that are unable to access federal and provincial relief funding programs, or unable…
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Business, CFHuron Update, COVID-19 Support, FedDev Ontario, Loans, Regional Relief and Recovery Fund, Small Business
Community Futures Huron accepting applications for the 2nd round of RRRF interest-free business loans
We are here to help local businesses. If your business has been impacted by COVID-19 and you’ve been unable to access other federal support, you may be eligible for the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund. Community Futures Huron is accepting applications for the 2nd round of RRRF interest-free business loans up to $40,000. The Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF) 2.0 is a NEW round of the funding program offered through FedDev Ontario and Community Futures Ontario to provide financial assistance to small and medium-sized businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and who are unable to access the Government of Canada’s existing relief measures. Please visit our website for application…
