Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development
270 George Street North K9J 3H1 Peterborough, ON, Canada

Ontario and agriculture sector launch new strategy to protect farm workers’ health ahead of next growing season https://news.ontario.ca//ontario-protecting-agri-food-work #OntAg

Be in the first 50 to register to receive a complimentary gift of 2 Fruitful Smoothies from Chimp Treats to enjoy the morning of the breakfast! Join us as we ...discuss the future of clean technology in Canada with a focus on the advancements taking place in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. We have invited Martin Yuill, Executive Director of the Cleantech Commons, and Innovation Cluster client Brandon Robinson of Horizon Aircraft to discuss the trends and their contributions to the clean technology landscape. See more

Businesses struggling to pay the bills because of the COVID-19 pandemic will be able to start applying today for a long-awaited new commercial rent-relief program offered by the federal government. The new Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy replaces an earlier rent-support program for businesses introduced in the spring that saw little pickup because it relied on landlords to apply for help. The new program will cover up to 65 per cent of rent or commercial mortgage interest on a ...sliding scale based on revenue declines, with an extra 25 per cent available to the hardest-hit firms. https://www.canada.ca//services/subsidy/emergency-rent-sub See more

"Small, local businesses have found a way to adapt during COVID-19, and The English Potter in Lakefield is no exception. Owner Gail West says with less tourists locally, she’s been offering more classes." ptbotoday.ca/2020/11/12/41034/

Did you know? The Business Advisory Centre releases a Small Business newsletter each month. Read the November issue here: https://conta.cc/38HMGvp

Similar to other communities in Ontario, the face of Advanced Manufacturing is changing with many smaller, innovation-based companies emerging in communities throughout Peterbrough & the Kawarthas. For #TBT we're revisiting our Manufacturing Doors Open tour with local educators to encourage students to enter into a successful manufacturing career. https://www.youtube.com/watch

Tourism industry stakeholders are learning about Winter and Shoulder Season Tourism Developmentdelivered by our partners Twenty31 Consulting Inc. in today’s onl...ine workshop in Peterborough & the Kawarthas, ON! Made possible through our Elevating Canadian Experiences National Program series supported by the Government of Canada. Use our hashtag #ElevatingCanada to share your best takeaways.

businessNOW is our round-up of business and organizational news from Peterborough and across the greater Kawarthas region. This week, we’re featuring Hanoi Hou...se Ptbo owner Susan Tung’s plans to open a second Peterborough location of the popular Vietnamese restaurant. Also included this week is Selwyn Township’s second phase of funding for its Business Reopening Program and the 14 participants in Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development Business Advisory Centre’s Starter Company Plus fall intake. We also cover the opening of The Christmas Corner in Norwood, the Peterborough DBIA receiving Ontario government funding for new decorative holiday lights in Downtown Peterborough, RBC Foundation donating $10,000 to YWCA Peterborough Haliburton Crossroads Shelter and Nourish Food Programs, and other highlights of recent business and organizational news. New business events added this week include the Innovation Cluster’s website development workshop on November 17th, a blockchain for business workshop on November 17th, the Peterborough DBIA’s SEO workshop on November 19th, and the Peterborough Chamber’s virtual AGM on November 19th. Read more at https://kawarthanow.com//businessnow-hanoi-house-to-open-/

If you are a business that is applying to funding programs, then this workshop will help you in your journey to secure funding. There is a limited number of par...ticipants, so secure your spot now. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/grant-writing-workshop-virtual- This workshop is packed full of helpful, practical information you can use in writing your grant applications. You will learn how to cultivate relationships with point-people and familiarize yourself with the grant proposal development process. By attending this workshop, you will gain skills and knowledge that will enhance the long-term sustainability of your programs. #SupportBusiness #supportlocal #FedDevOnt #Ptbo #easternontario #SouthON

Looking for support on how to write a Business Plan for your small business? If you are a new startup, or even a more seasoned business and are looking for support, resources, and templates to craft a Business Plan, this course is for you. Register today: peterboroughed.ca/grow.

New restrictions are in place in the Peterborough Public Health region as we move to the PROTECT status under the Keeping Ontario Safe & Open Framework as of Monday, November 23 at 12:01 a.m. These measures are in addition to measures from the previous level. https://www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca//covid-19-framew/

*The first 30 registrants will receive Jeff Mowatt’s online course, The Trusted Advisor Transformation, valued at $597 with Early Bird RSVP* Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism presents award-winning speaker Jeff Mowatt, BComm, CSP, HoF. Smart business people know your options to stand out from the competition are limited. Customer service can no longer be merely average or simply friendly; it needs to be remarkable. Here’s your opportunity to make that happen for your tea...m: https://peterboroughed.ca//becoming-a-trusted-advisor-wit/

Attention businesses in Peterborough & the Kawarthas: Community Futures Peterborough has a second intake of the Regional Relief & Recovery Fund now open for applications. See details below

Save the date! BWXT NEC is hosting Facebook Live events to answer questions from the communities in Peterborough and Toronto.

"The plan includes a one-time grant of up to $1000 for eligible main-street businesses - in retail, food and accommodations, and other service sectors - with two to nine employees to help offset the costs of personal protective equipment (PPE)."

Please be advised staff will be unavailable on November 11th for Remembrance Day. We will be available again via phone, email, or live chat on Thursday, November 12th at 8:30am. peterboroughed.ca

It's Ontario Agriculture Week! Agriculture is a major driving force in our region, and within the Province of Ontario. Throughout Ontario, agriculture supports nearly 158,000 jobs with $8.1B in wages and salaries. To celebrate, fill your plates with fresh Ontario food this Thanksgiving and support our local farmers.

Join us for our next Hands-ON: Introduction to HTML & CSS with Canada Learning Code! HTML and CSS are the backbone of all websites, and knowledge of them is a... necessity if you are interested in things like web development, creating marketing emails, or even blogging! The web without HTML and CSS would be a world without colourful, pretty websites, not to mention the web applications we all use daily. It’s easy to learn, and was designed so that everyone - even non-programmers - can do it. No fancy programs are needed, just a web browser! Save your spot! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hands-on-introduction-to-html-

Your digital presence has never been more important as a small business owner. Join us as we kick off #SmallBusinessWeek2020 by bringing Camp Tech to Peterborough & the Kawarthas to virtually host their popular workshop: Digital Marketing on a Shoestring Budget. https://peterboroughed.ca//digital-marketing-on-a-shoestr/

Thank you Lindsay and Karen for your smiling faces every morning in the Venture North Building!

The Ontario Government has released a new COVID-19 screening tool for workplaces. Visit https://bit.ly/3cU70ta to read the full outline. Note: This tool provides basic information only and contains recommendations for businesses or organizations for COVID-19 screening.

Have you spent countless hours researching and filling out applications, only to be declined? Writing grant applications is necessary and critical for not-for...-profit organizations. We are hosting a 1-day grant writing workshop to provide you knowledge and skills to enhance your writing, and the long term sustainability of your program. We are limiting the number of attendees, so make sure to secure your seat and register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/grant-writing-workshop-virtual- Among other things, speaker Mike Paquet of People First Fundraising Solutions will be providing training on: - Cultivating relationships with point-people - How to view proposals from a grant-maker’s perspective - How to prepare and develop Letters of Intent - Learn the format of grant proposal templates that can be used for multiple proposals including workplans, budgets and attachments. And more! #StrengtheningBusiness #SupportBusiness #ptbo Peterborough Chamber of Commerce Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development

Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development is accepting applications for the Entrepreneurship Officer position. In this role, you lead the development of services for entrepreneurs through the Business Advisory Centre (BAC) program to guide small business talent and investments in the Peterborough region. Applications are due by October 12th at 4:00pm.... https://peterboroughed.ca/how-can-we-help/opportunities/

Learn about the resources available to young entrepreneurs tomorrow with the Innovation Cluster:

Have you been counted? Visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BusinessCount2020 to have your say.

Trent and Fleming students Our annual Pitch It! competition is back! Now's your chance to test out your great business idea and entrepreneurial skills on o...ur panel of expert judges and you could win $150! **Applications close October 9th** For more info and to apply, check out our Pitch It! page: http://www.innovationcluster.ca/programs/pitch-it/