Economic Development eNews | May 18, 2021 |
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Top feature photo: Barry Jackson is an experienced licensed mechanic and holds two Journeyman certificates. |
Above photos: Barry testing a vehicle; and Wendy, who is in charge of administration and finance. |
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Jackson Motors top-ranked for quality pre-owned vehicles |
TINCAP - Barry Jackson knows cars.
The owner of Jackson Motors and Marine, along with his partner Wendy Hyde, comes from a family line dating back more than seven decades in automotive sales and service. Barry has a 'tried and true' reputation - and their company won the Best Price Dealer Award from AutoTrader.ca in 2020.
"We sell safe, reliable, excellent quality used vehicles at affordable prices," says Barry, who is an experienced Class 'A' Licensed Mechanic and an Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) certified Dealer and Salesperson. Wendy is also an OMVIC Certified Salesperson.
"Our inventory vehicles are hand-picked by me and each vehicle goes through a rigorous inspection and thoroughly reconditioned," says Barry.
Proud members of the UCDA (Used Car Dealers Association), Barry and Wendy started the business together in 2006. Jackson Motors and Marine is located on the same site where his father, Murray Jackson, operated Jackson Motors for 40 years until his retirement. Before starting the new business, Barry worked as a mechanic and then service manager for his grandmother Ida's Perrin's Chrysler dealership G.F. Perrin's Sales and Service for more than 30 years.
Barry has a well-known motto that says it all - Buy a car from a mechanic ... not a guy in a tie - although he jokes there is nothing wrong with wearing a tie.
"Our vehicles are guaranteed to be clean (no accidents or insurance claims) and come with a CARFAX history report," says Wendy. The majority of their pre-owned vehicles still have the remaining factory warranty.
"You can have a used vehicle for less money than new without compromising on quality - buying used is often a way to get a better-equipped vehicle than you'd be able to afford in new," says Barry.
A customer recently gave Jackson Motors and Marine a 5-star Google review and wrote: "As you get older, you start to assemble experts around you to help with the big decisions. Jackson Motors and Marine is an excellent addition of experts to our team: mechanic, dealer, salesperson, financing - all in one place. What makes it truly a 5-star, and not lost in a myriad of fours, is their service level; your needs are anticipated and if you've ever experienced that, then you will understand what a pleasure it is."
"Another thing that has made used cars more appealing is their improved reliability so your dollars will go further when buying used," Barry says, adding not-so-used vehicles can be up to 40% less than their fresh-and-new-off-the-lot counterparts.
Learn more about Jackson Motors and Marine by visiting their website, call them at 613-341-7800 or send them an email or visit Barry and Wendy at 3101 County Road 29 in Elizabethtown-Kitley Township just outside of Brockville. They take trades and financing is available.
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Take the Business Recovery survey
It's your last chance to participate in our short 2021 Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes Business Survey! Please take this opportunity to let us know how our business support agencies can best help in your recovery and growth. Your input is appreciated!
Deadline: Tonight, Tuesday, May 18 by 11:59 p.m.
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The province is reviewing the COVID-19 colour coded response framework and any changes are still to be announced. Businesses should monitor this closely and further announcements are anticipated regarding outdoor activities and the associated businesses.
Parks Canada has indicated places administered in Ontario are delaying the season launch and most of its visitor services until at least June 2, 2021. The Rideau Canal National Historic Site will remain closed, including lockage and overnight mooring along with all camping and oTENTiks. All reservations will automatically be cancelled and refunded in full. The Parks Canada website provides detailed information on what locations are open, what visitors can expect, how to prepare for a visit and what services may be available.
The province has announced a partnership with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce to access free rapid testing kits. The Brockville and District Chamber of Commerce is asking any small- and medium-sized business – 150 employees or less including non-members - to indicate their interest of this being launched within the region. This program would be in partnership with the Employment and Education Centre and other Chambers. The goal of the program is to identify asymptomatic cases of COVID-19 within workplace that might otherwise be missed, helping to curb the spread in the workplace. Please take a minute to confirm your interest with the COVID-19 Rapid Testing Kits Survey.
Employers larger than 150 employees can apply directly to the province. For more information and eligibility visit the provincial webpage COVID-19 testing for organizations. |
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Digital Main Street – Future Proof Program
The Future Proof program is an expert team of business advisors, content creators, and web developers. They help you evaluate your business model and branding, offer suggestions to make your business more resilient and sustainable, and help you implement the recommendations that make sense to you. Future Proof services are provided for free through the Digital Main Street program.
Future Proof Transformation Teams are composed of post-secondary students and recent graduates along with local experts in digital marketing and business specialists. The teams help businesses develop local and global market strategies, advanced digital marketing plans, and optimize your business web presence.
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Funding for the program is provided by the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev) and Launch Lab has partnered with regional representatives to deliver the Future Proof program in eastern Ontario.
Transformation Teams have completed over 170 digital transformations for businesses in eastern Ontario with a number of transitions in progress. Over 50 businesses in Leeds Grenville have participated in the program.
Bill Flikweert owns and operates On the Trail, a bicycle sales and repair shop in the Township of Augusta. Bill recently completed the Future Proof program and is thrilled with the changes that it has brought to his business.
“The members of the Transformation Team were so knowledgeable. Expert advisors evaluated my business and provided me with an action plan and implementation support, Bill says.
"The positive impacts on my business from the digital transformation, including improvements to my website and social media accounts, have been immediate in terms of increased business and revenue," adds Bill.
For information on the Future Proof Program and other free Digital Main Street programs, reach out to your local Digital Service Squad listed below, contact econdev@uclg.on.ca or call 613-342-3840, ext. 5361. |
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Bill Flikweert in his On The Trail shop. |
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Augusta, Edwardsburgh Cardinal, Prescott
Dana Valentyne, Economic Development Officer
Town of Prescott
T: 613-925-2812 x 6221
Gananoque & Leeds and the Thousand Islands
McKenna Modler, Business Support & Marketing
Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands
T: 613-453-2656
Brockville
Haley Veronyak, Executive Director
Downtown Brockville
T: 613-345-3269 x 101
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Westport, Merrickville-Wolford, Athens, Front of Yonge, Elizabethtown-Kitley, Rideau Lakes
Jim Hutton, Business Development Officer
United Counties of Leeds and Grenville
T: 613-342-3840 x 5361
North Grenville
Matt Gilmer, Economic Development Officer
Municipality of North Grenville
T: 613-258-9569 x 153
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Ontario Tourism and Travel Small Business Support Grant
The Ontario Tourism and Travel Small Business Support Grant provides one-time payments of $10,000 to $20,000 to eligible small businesses in the tourism and travel sector.
It is designed to help small businesses in the tourism and travel sector. Eligible small businesses can apply for support to help them recover from the impacts of COVID-19 as well as to help create and protect jobs. Businesses that received the Ontario Small Business Support Grant (OSBSG) are not eligible for the new grant.
Applications for this grant will close on Friday, June 25, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.
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Leeds Grenville Diversity Day Virtual Event
The St. Lawrence - Rideau Immigration Partnership presents its annual Leeds Grenville Diversity Day bringing together municipal and community groups, service providers, educators, students, immigrants, refugee sponsors and faith-based groups.
Guest speakers include Chela Breckon of Chela Inc. and Jackie Schoemaker Holmes of Empowerment for Resilience. Hear results of the 2020 Leeds and Grenville Immigrant Consultations and from local immigrants and community allies about their settlement and support experiences in Leeds Grenville
WHEN: Tuesday, May 25, 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. via Zoom
COST: Free
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Tourism Town Hall Event combines input from 3 organizations
The Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) is hosting a virtual Town Hall event which will feature its own Annual General Meeting followed by the RTO-9 Regional Tourism Organization's AGM. The Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) will then host a Town Hall session following the two AGM meetings.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 1, 1-5 p.m.
COST: Free
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The Rideau Lakes Business Network is hosting its May virtual meeting tonight.
The guest speaker is Andrew Davies, executive director of No. 9 Gardens, a unique educational facility located in Elgin. It is Canada's First Sustainability and Reconciliation Centre with a lab for research and the implementation of innovative projects and practices that lead to low carbon communities and a sustainable lifestyle. Learn about special programming this summer, including Glamping opportunities, gardening and local food cooking workshops.
WHEN: Tonight, Tuesday, May 18, 7 p.m.
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Workshops, Seminars and Webinar Library |
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Service Canada Information Session on Supports for Employers
This session hosted by CSE Consulting will provide information on various programs and services available to employers and managing workforce challenges. Topics of discussion will include an overview of Electronic Records of Employment, the Social Insurance Number program, tools such as the Job Bank as well as information on the Work Sharing program, supports during a mass lay-off and much more.
WHEN: Thursday, June 3, 10-11 a.m.
COST: Free
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Keep up the good work and show your continued support!
You've been giving our new small business promotional videos lots of support! Let's keep it up and continue to share with friends and family. These one-minute videos represent 13 different municipalities from various industry sectors that make up this dynamic region called Leeds Grenville.
Visit our Video Gallery or check out each video individually below by clicking on the image or business name. Click on the Grow Your Business, Love Your Lifestyle logo to see the entire series. |
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Leeds Grenville eNews Deadlines for submitting information:
If you have an upcoming workshop, seminar, or business-related event, please email it to us in advance.
- Submissions for the June 1st edition should be received by Friday, May 21st
- Submissions for the June 15th edition should be received by Monday, June 7th.
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Ann Weir
Economic Development Manager
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Deanna Clark
Economic Development Officer
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Joanne Poll
Administration / Communications Support
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Jim Hutton
Business Development Officer
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32 Wall Street, Suite 300, Brockville, ON K6V 4R9
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