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WHAT'S NEW
NEW STRATEGY TO GUIDE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND CULTURE SUPPORT
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In May 2024, the Town of Orangeville embarked on the development of a five-year Economic Development and Culture Strategy. A four-step development process included extensive stakeholder consultation and a thorough analysis of our local community. The final strategy was adopted by Town Council on November 18 and is built around three themes: CONNECT with Orangeville, ENHANCE Orangeville, and BUILD Orangeville. It identifies three priority focus areas and has laid out 39 specific actions to support each one over the next five years. | | |
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Developing a resilient business community
Economic diversity is one of the most effective ways to increase long-term economic resilience. Having a diverse economy means Orangeville can weather downturns in the economy, resist disruptive events (e.g., COVID 19) and help provide a more sustainable environment for business start-up, success and growth. It’s all about retaining local business, providing opportunities for business to grow, and attracting new business to the community while creating a climate conducive to investment.
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Supporting small business
Small businesses are the heart of Orangeville. Most of the jobs in Orangeville are provided by small businesses (5 to 9 employees) across a diverse range of sectors including manufacturing, retail, professional services, construction, and the creative sector. Beyond employment, small businesses support the economy by creating valuable local connections, investing in community initiatives, contributing significantly to the local tax base, and demonstrating pride for their community.
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Fostering Tourism and Culture
Tourism and culture are intertwined. In Orangeville, culture is broadly
defined and encompasses heritage, visual arts, performing arts, and public art as well as festivals and events that celebrate our community. These important cultural assets also act as foundational tourism drivers that attract visitors, support local business, and create jobs in creative industries such as film, photography, and design. The Town’s existing Tourism Strategy specifically recognizes the importance of tourism in Orangeville and identifies actions to attract visitors. The EDC Strategy aims to identify relationships, opportunities, and assets that can support culture and, in turn, tourism in Orangeville.
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In crafting this strategy, the Town of Orangeville has laid out its plan to build on its existing assets to become a fully integrated community of choice for business investment, retention, and growth. Implementation of the strategy will begin in 2025. | |
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WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS
LEARN ABOUT INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
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Do you want to know more about trademarks, patents, and copyrights? Join us for our next workshop hosted by Intellectual Property Ontario (IPON). Intellectual property refers to protected creations of the mind. This includes intangible assets like inventions, computer code, art, and literary works. This workshop will provide an excellent opportunity to speak directly to an IPON representative and ask any questions concerning intellectual property.
- Date: Tuesday, December 3 | 9 - 10:30 a.m.
- Location: 200 Lakeview Court (upper level)
- Registration is FREE
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BUSINESS FEATURE
NEW PEDIATRIC HUB IN ORANGEVILLE
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WonderTree is a pediatric practice supporting a variety of concerns including general learning, mental health, and developmental needs. In October, the hub celebrated its grand opening at 685 Riddell Road in Orangeville. The clinicians at WonderTree specialize in working with neurodivergent youth with co-occurring concerns such as medical diagnoses, neurodevelopmental disorders, mood, anxiety, and learning difficulties. The hub’s multidisciplinary team includes psychologists, nurse practitioners, social workers, occupational therapists, and executive functioning coaches.
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The co-founders of WonderTree, Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella, are committed to supporting children and families with complex needs. They have extensive experience in hospitals, schools, and community agencies as well as advanced training and education. Dr. Stephanie and Dr. Michelle have designed their practice to support youth and their families across Ontario both virtually and in-person at their Orangeville office. | | |
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Untapped Talent Job Board
The Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work (CCRW) has launched the Untapped Talent job board exclusively for employers committed to disability inclusion. Employers who sign up will receive a promotional code for one free job posting. Showcase your commitment to inclusion by posting your job vacancies on Untapped Talent.
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New Anti-Hate Grant
The Anti-Hate Security and Prevention grant will help support communities impacted by the rise in hate incidents in Ontario. The following organizations and communities may now be eligible for a one-time grant of $5,000, $7,500 or $10,000: faith-based, cultural, 2SLGBTQQIA+, First Nations, Inuit, Métis, and Indigenous organizations.
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Host VIP Guests for the RBC Canadian Open
Are you looking to get involved with the RBC Canadian Open? Seize the opportunity to host VIP tournament personnel at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley! Golf Canada is seeking exceptional homes in the vicinity to accommodate players, agents, staff, and stakeholders of the tournament from June 2 to June 8, 2025.
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Your business can play an important role in helping to develop our community as a tourism destination. We invite you to get involved and stay informed. Learn how online. | |
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BUSINESS UPDATES
CELEBRATE BUSINESS MILESTONES
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TIP OF THE MONTH
INCLUSIVE SUPPORT FOR ALL NATIONALITIES
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Polycultural offers a wide range of inclusive, community-led support programs for people of all ages and nationalities. They provide accessible programming and individualized support in a variety of languages to ensure each client has an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. Polycultural can help you and your employees with employment, settlement, and language support as well as wellness programs and counselling. | |
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PARTNER EVENTS
Local events and learning opportunities to inspire and connect you.
Cultivating Local
Thursdays, November 2024 – February 2025 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Hosted by the Ontario Federation of Agriculture
Level-Up Dufferin
Wednesday, November 27 | 5 – 7 p.m.
Hosted by Dufferin Board of Trade
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