Elgin Business Resource Centre
300 South Edgeware Road N5P 4L1 Saint Thomas, ON, Canada

Do you have a business idea or can you see an opportunity for entrepreneurship? Watch our video on how to start making this dream into a reality. https://youtu.be/kSX-pOKNSWk

Are you hesitating when it comes to making the leap into entrepreneurship? Here are some great tips for aspiring women entrepreneurs! #WomenWhoLead ENG_http://bit.ly/3draRAq

This is Kathy Collier from the Elgin-St Thomas Community Foundation. If you're interested in supporting your local community go to https://escf.ca, click on Donate Today and select the Great-EST Needs Fund.

#EBRC #elgincounty #resiliency #smallbiz

Update from Oasis Beads!

News update - Premier Doug Ford announced that effective Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., the government is issuing a stay-at-home order requiring everyone to remain at home with exceptions for essential purposes. Read below for details.

Check out today's YouTube video on ways that entrepreneurs can network during a pandemic. We post new videos every Tuesday. Subscribe to our channel so you never miss a video!

Tuesday thoughts

It will find its way to you

Don’t forget about the last week of our giveaways! To enter the contest, all you have to do is share a post from your favourite business in the agricultural industry and then tag us! The more times you share, the more of a chance you have to win. The prize for this week is a $50 gift certificate to Omega Turkey Farms. This week’s winner will be announced at 12:00 pm on Friday the 30th. Good luck!

Mid week motivation!

Congratulations Mark and Calin on your new company! We can attest to your amazing service. Wishing you continued success and business growth!

Share your best #SmallBusiness tips in the comments below. #SmallBusinessMonth #SmallBusinessNetwork

Today's video is on 'How to Use Facebook to Market your Restaurant'. We post new videos every Tuesday! Subscribe to our channel so you never miss a video.

Happy Thursday everyone! . . . #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinessmonth

It’s finally October and that means it’s #smallbusinessmonth! We are going to be hosting a series of contests on Instagram and Facebook to celebrate Small Business Month. Keep an eye on our social media for an update on Monday, October 5th!

Yesterday was #NationalPumpkinDay! Head to Clovermead Adventure Farm for all your pumpkin needs!

Tuesday motivation! . . . #entrepreneur #quotes

This the last week of the #SmallBusinessMonth contest! To enter the contest, all you have to do is share a post from your favourite business in the agricultural industry and then tag us! The more times you share, the more of a chance you have to win. The prize for this week is a $50 gift certificate to Omega Turkey Farms. This week’s winner will be announced at 12:00 pm on Friday the 30th. Good luck!

Wednesday motivation!

Monday motivation!

It’s hard to imagine a holiday season without coming together as a community to celebrate and spread some cheer. That’s why, with guidance from Southwestern Pub...lic Health and the support of the City of St. Thomas, we are preparing to host a 2020-modified holiday parade in Pinafore Park! If your business, organization, or club would like to be part of the planning committee, please drop us a line. Karen Vecchio, Member of Parliament Joe Preston - Mayor ST.Thomas Ontario See more

The Canada Recovery Benefit has now replaced the Canada Emergency Response Benefit. Review the qualifiers and apply through your My CRA Account if this benefit is applicable to your current situation.

Visit the Howe Family Farm Market to get your porch ready for Halloween!

It’s almost here! #SmallBusinessMonth starts tomorrow and we can hardly wait! We’ll be sharing lots of #BusinessResources so make sure you turn on post notifications and don’t miss a single one. #SmallBusiness #SME

Awesome community spirit! Shout out to the gang at St. Thomas Domino's Pizza.

Halloween is just around the corner. Do you know where your pumpkin was raised? Visit a local #SmallBusiness like a farmers market, pumpkin patch or farm stand to pick one up. #SmallBusinessMonth #Halloween

This week's tutorial video is on 'The Value of Social Media for Small Business'. Check it out! Subscribe to our YouTube channel, we post new videos every Tuesday!

Congratulations Catering by James Meadows! You are this week’s #SmallBusinessMonth contest winner! You can collect your prize at Railway City Brewing Company

Stay tuned for announcement of details on the second allotment of the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF) Community Futures Ontario Western Ontario Community Futures

Great things never came from comfort zones. . . . #entrepreneur #quotes

#TakeoutTuesday shoutout to Chick Boss Cake! They make delicious custom cakes and cupcakes. Check them out: https://www.chickbosscake.com/

Love the positive approach to doing business with Covid restrictions. Thanks for the Sunday smile and lovely brunch Sunset Grill St. Thomas. Congratulations on your opening.

Happy Monday everyone! We want to shoutout Weasel & Co, a St. Thomas business that makes awesome home decor signs. Head to their website to make a custom order: https://weaselandco.com/

The Province of Ontario is now accepting applications to fund projects led by community-based organizations, small businesses, municipalities, conservation authorities and Indigenous communities that protect and restore coastal, shoreline and nearshore areas of the Great Lakes. Read more below!

Monday motivation! . . . #entrepreneur #quotes

Farmer’s markets are back, now with new policies and safety protocols to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Farmer’s markets are a great place to buy fresh and support local, so grab your mask and head to your local market. #SupportLocal #LocalMatters

Friday motivation!

Check out Harris Flower Farm & Pastured Pork online here: http://www.harrisflowerfarm.ca/

#ThankfulThursday shoutout to Metamorphos Skin Care! They make skin care products with nature’s finest ingredients. Miracle Hand Cremes are now available. They are made with natural butters, hydrating oils, botanicals and scented with pure essential oils. Check out their website: www.metamorphosisskin.com

Go as far as you can see; when you get there, you’ll be able to see further. - Thomas Caryle