Muskoka Small Business Centre
158 Manitoba St P1L 2E2 Bracebridge, ON, Canada

Introducing our Bridges to Better Business - For a Healthier Business in the Age of Covid-19 discussion panelists: Sandra Lockhart, Executive Director at The Gravenhurst Chamber of Commerce David Brushery, Executive Director at Muskoka Futures Daniel Bradbury, President at Creative One... Kyra Waters, Founder & Stratgic Director at Well Known Marketing & Advertising in Muskoka Brenda Rhodes will be moderating a Q&A session with local talent. This panel discussion will teach you about New-Age Networking, Funding, E-Commerce and Marketing. Advance registration is necessary to attend the Bridges to Better Business event on October 22nd. Purchase your ticket today for $20 plus HST. Learn more: https://muskoka-bridges-to-better-business.eventbrite.ca

Did you know that Oct. 18-24 is Small Business Week? To celebrate, all attendee of our Bridges to Better Business - For a Healthier Business in the Age of Covid-19 event that dine at a local restaurant in Muskoka will be reimbursed $15.00 when attendees submit their receipt to [email protected] by Fri. Oct. 30. Offer only applicable to Bridges to Better Business ticket holders.

The 15th annual Bridges to Better Business event is going virtual for 2020! Join Muskoka Small Business Centre, Town of Bracebridge Mayor Graydon Smith, Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce, Parry Sound Muskoka Community Network, Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, and FedDev Ontario on October 22nd for Bridges to Better Business, tackling the unique challenges businesses are facing in the age of Covid-19. Advance registration is necessary to attend. Purchase your ticket today for $20 plus HST. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/124133575867

We are excited to welcome keynote speaker, Dr. Doug Jernigan for our 15th annual Bridges for Better Business event, presenting Your Brain is a Border Collie. His presentation inspires us to re-think the way we communicate and build relationships. View the full Bridges to Better Business event schedule: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bridges-to-better-business-for-

Tickets are on sale now for the Bridges to Better Business event. This is a virtual business event you don’t want to miss! All Attendees Receive: Access to all talks and presentations during the event Chance to win our 'door prizes' during the event... From Oct. 18-24 during Small Business Week all Bridges to Better Business attendees that dine at a local restaurant in Muskoka will be reimbursed $15.00 when you submit your receipt to [email protected] by Fri. Oct. 30. Receipts must show the date (between Oct. 18-24), and the restaurant name. (Offer only applicable to Bridges to Better Business ticket holders). See more

Join us October 22nd for our 15th Annual Bridges to Better Business Event - it's virtual! Just like past years, we have some awesome local 'door' prizes that you could win! The Healing Room Muskoka: $25 Gift Certificate The Artisans Edge Gravenhurst: Kevin Murphy Hair Care Package - $90 Value ... The Artisans Edge Gravenhurst: King Brown Men’s Grooming Products Package $60 Value El Pueblito: $50 Gift Certificate Limited tickets so make sure you reserve your spot to attend our Bridges to Better Business event. Learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bridges-to-better-business-for-

We are excited to welcome business coach and founder of BizLaunch, Andrew Patricio as keynote speakers for our 15th annual Bridges for Better Business event. Presenting Managing Money During Times of Uncertainty. Limited tickets available so make sure you reserve your tickets before it’s too late! Learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bridges-to-better-business-for-

Muskoka Small Business Centre is pleased to be part of a new Small Business Recovery network. Vist the webpage for up-to-date information, programs and resources at ontario.ca/smallbusiness

Other GRANTS to know about: BIRA (Broadband Internet for Remote Areas) The BIRA project helps companies gain broadband services currently unavailable to them, in order to remain competitive in today’s marketplace. Eligible applicants may receive a reimbursement of up to 50% to a maximum of $1500. https://www.neonet.on.ca/projects/bira/... Step Forward Entrepreneurs Program To support local and regional businesses affected by the pandemic, Innovations Initiatives Ontario North (IION) has launched the Step Forward Entrepreneurs Program (August 1, 2020 March 31, 2021). Grants are available at $5,000, $7,500 and $10,000 with 75% of eligible project costs supported. The deadline for companies to complete their projects is March 31, 2021. https://iion.ca/sfep-covid/ Note: Businesses supported in the past under the Step Forward Entrepreneurs Program are still eligible for funding under this initiative.

CTAF Grants Available Now through the Parry Sound Muskoka Community Network (PMCN) The COVID-19 Technology Adoption Fund (CTAF) offers a non-repayable contribution of up to 75 percent of certain costs to a maximum of $10,000 to help eligible recipients acquire digital technologies and e-business and marketing solutions to ensure that client groups can survive and retain local jobs. ... Eligible recipients include established and start-up businesses, municipalities, and Indigenous communities. All projects must be completed before March 31, 2021. https://www.pmcn.ca/ctaf

So proud of you Carlie!!! Have an awesome school year!