Wishing you abundant happiness, good health and great success for the New Year.
We hope that 2025 brings you new opportunities for growth and prosperity.
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South Glengarry Welcomes New Indian Restaurant
Haveli Route, an authentic Indian restaurant, proudly celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, December 19th, at 11:00 a.m. at 6227 Boundary Road. Owners Navpreet and Navdeep Gakhal were honoured to have Michael Lazaris from MPP Nolan Quinn’s office, as well as Mayor Lachlan McDonald and CAO Jamie Fawthrop from the Township of South Glengarry, join them for the ceremonial ribbon cutting. The restaurant is conveniently located beside the Subway Restaurant near the large truck stop.
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| (L-R): Michael Lazaris (MPP Quinn’s office), Haveli Route owners Navpreet and Navdeep Gakhal, Jamie Fawthrop (CAO, Township of South Glengarry), and Lachlan McDonald (Mayor, Township of South Glengarry) pictured at the 11:00 a.m. ribbon-cutting on Thursday, December 19th marking the restaurant’s grand opening at 6227 Boundary Road, South Glengarry. (JENNIFER TREVERTON PHOTO) | | | |
Street Banner Revitalization Project
As part of the Township's ongoing commitment to beautifying our Villages' main streets, the Economic Development's Spring project is replacing all street banners to maintain their vibrancy and aesthetic appeal. Any damaged brackets will be replaced as well.
The street banners were originally an Economic Development project engaging the community to submit art representing South Glengarry's unique history and culture that was printed on banners.
Watch for new banners coming this Spring!
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Rogers Expanding High-Speed Internet in South Glengarry
(How and when can I get Fibre to the Home/Business)
Rogers is installing a fibre network across Eastern Ontario to increase rural access to high-speed internet services. Please call a Rogers agent at 1-844-760-3908 to learn if and when you can get high-speed internet services connected to your home. The agent will consult a construction schedule and provide you with information.
*Only homeowners can give consent to have a residence connected to the fibre network. If you rent, please ask the landlord to call the toll-free number above.
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CBEC Appoints a New Interim Business Advisor
On Monday, December 23rd it was announced that Kat Rendek will be the Interim Business Advisor with the Cornwall SDG Business Enterprise Centre while recruiting to hire a permanent replacement. The position was open after Shauna Baggs was appointed Cornwall’s Tourism Officer in early December. Kat will work with Sydney Smith to ensure the region’s small business owners are well-supported during this transition.
Visit their website
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Business Planning Retreat
Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
Time: 10:00-16:00
Location: 213 Main St. N., Alexandria
You will participate in a step-by-step process to zero in on what you want out of your business in 2025:
- You’ll get to look back on the past year. Celebrate the wins; recall the lessons.
- Then you'll focus on how do you really want to feel with your business. What do you need to stop? Where do you need to stay the course? And what new directions do you want to explore?
- You also will map out what do you want from those around you. You always take care of everyone else's needs... But what do YOU need for support, both at home, in the business and outside the business?
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6-Month Mastermind 2025-Group 1
Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Time: Monthly on Wednesdays 4:00-5:30 p.m. + online
Location: 213 Main St. N., Alexandria
The Mastermind program is designed for a small group of women who have an existing business and are steadfast on their mission to reach their business goals during the first half of 2025.
You will gain plenty of peer support, have access to a group of experienced professionals to use as sounding boards, and built-in accountability.
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Cornwall and Area Chamber of Commerce
The 1st Annual Chamber Funspiel curling tournament is on January 17, 2025, starting at 10:00 a.m. This is a great opportunity to curl, connect and celebrate with other business owners. Join us at the Cornwall Curling Centre, 220 Water Street E, Cornwall.
Individual registration or team registration is available.
Click to Register today!
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Ontario Launches New Energy Efficiency Programs
On January 7, 2025, the Ministry of Energy and Electrification announced rebates for renovations to include new windows, doors, insulation, smart thermostats, heat pumps and rooftop solar panels to reduce energy bills.
The Home Renovation Savings Program will launch on January 28, 2025, offering rebates of up to 30 percent for home/business energy efficiency renovations. Later in 2025, the program will expand to include rebates for energy-efficient appliances.
Link to News Release
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Regional Incentive Program
Are you planning a business expansion, diversification, or making improvements in 2025? Learn about SDG Counties' Regional Incentives Program (RIP) that provides matching grants for qualified projects.
Now is the time to prepare your application if you want to submit it in January/February 2025. Maximum funding is $50,000 per project. Reach out today to see if your project may qualify:
Karina Belanger, Acting Manager of Economic Development
P: 613-932-1515 ext. 1331
E: kbelanger@sdgcounties.ca
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The Ontario Trillium Foundation grant application deadlines for 2025 | | | |
Ontario Youth Opportunities Fund - OPEN NOW
The Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF) provides grants and capacity-building support to grassroots groups, community-based organizations and collaboratives focused on improving the well-being of youth, and families facing multiple barriers.
Join the next Ontario Trillium Fund information session.
Register for Jan 21, 2025 Session
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Capital Grant: Application period from February 5-March 5, 2025 @ 5:00 p.m.
Capital grants range from $10,000 to $200,000 for a maximum of 12 months for projects
To update buildings, enhance spaces, and purchase fixed and non-fixed equipment so people and communities can thrive. Non-profit organizations are eligible to apply.
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Seed Grant: Application period from July 23, 2025 - August 20, 2025 @ 5:00 p.m.
Seed grants range from $10,000 to $100,000 over 6 or 12 months to help organizations build resilience and enhance their ability to deliver programs and services that benefit community members. Applicants can apply for funding to support organizational planning, pilot a new program, and build their capacity to plan for future programs and services. Non-profits or Collaboratives of two or more organizations can apply.
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Grow Grant: Application period from October 8, 2025 – November 5, 2025 @ 5:00 p.m.
Grow grants range from $100,000 to $600,000 over 2 or 3 years. Grants support established programs and services that have a proven track record of success and meet community need. Applicants can apply for funding to expand, improve or adapt an existing program or service. Non-profits or Collaboratives of two or more organizations can apply.
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BDC's Quick Guide for Getting a Patent
Considering getting a patent? Check out BDC’s quick guide with everything you need to get started including:
· How to file a patent
· How much it costs and how long it takes
· The 3 main criteria for a patent to be granted
· How to determine whether you should hire a patent agent
· 3 tips for a successful patent application
· Several helpful links to resources
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Sustainable and Regenerative Tourism Workshop Series:
Discover the tools to thrive in the growing market of sustainability-conscious travellers with the Sustainable and Regenerative Tourism Workshop Series, hosted by GreenStep and supported by RTO 9. This engaging four-part virtual series empowers tourism professionals to create a customized sustainability action plan aligned with global standards.
Click Here for Details
Click Here to Register
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