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Georgina welcomes first tenant in the Keswick Business Park | |
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We're thrilled to welcome Turf Care Products Canada, known for its industry-leading turf maintenance products and services, as the first tenant in the Keswick Business Park! We stopped in last week to welcome them in person to our community. With an impressive 50,000+ square feet of space, Turf Care's new facility marks a significant investment in our community.
Georgina is the perfect place for businesses looking to invest and grow. With a strategic location close to major highways and a 500+K labour force within a 35-minute drive, the Town provides exceptional opportunities for industries of all kinds. We're proud to support companies like Turf Care and invite others to discover the benefits of investing in Georgina.
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Increasing economic impact from visitors with new wayfinding signage | |
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As part of the Wayfinding Strategy, approved by Council earlier this year, the Economic Development and Tourism office has installed new marquee signs in locations that draw visitors from out of town to inform them of things to see and do in the Town of Georgina.
Four signs were installed at the ROC, Uptown Keswick Parkette, North Gwillimbury Park and Holmes Point Park. They add to the signs already installed at De La Salle Park, Jackson's Point Parkette, Jackson's Point Harbour and High Street in Sutton. Two tourism guide boxes were also added at Jackson's Point Harbour and on High Street in Sutton.
This initiative is a key deliverable in the Division's new Economic Development and Tourism Strategy to increase the economic impact from tourism.
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Georgina prepares for redevelopment of Historic Downtown High Street | |
The High Street redevelopment project in Sutton aims to transform the historic downtown area into a key economic hub by upgrading essential infrastructure and enhancing streetscaping. This includes new watermains, stormwater system, and an improved road surface, all designed to modernize the area to current standards and ensure long-term service. Although the Town is only in the engineering pre-design phase, Economic Development and Engineering staff visited Port Hope to learn from their experience with a similar project. Visit georgina.ca/HighStreet to learn more. | |
Leveraging data to help your business grow | |
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Gaining insights into your community's demographics enables you to identify your target audience and customize your products or services to meet customer needs. This is a crucial step in crafting a successful business plan. You can access this data by:
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Viewing up-to-date economic statistics at choosegeorgina.ca/data.
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Connecting with York Small Business Enterprise Centre (YSBEC) to access free market research reports customized for your business. Visit yorklink.ca/marketresearch to learn more on this free service worth more than $500.
You can also contact us directly at ed@georgina.ca for community information or different programs and support to help you start up or grow your business.
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Opportunity for fitness centres to partner with the Town of Georgina | The Town of Georgina welcomes expressions of interest (EOI) from those interested in submitting proposals to enter a partnership with the Town. Georgina is seeking local fitness business partner(s) to offer access to resistance/strength training and cardio equipment in combination with the Town of Georgina Rec Pass membership. Deadline for submissions is Nov. 18, 2024. | |
Georgina goes global: Future Chicken takes centre stage at Climate Action Day with two million viewers | |
On Nov. 7, Future Chicken took the spotlight as a guest speaker for Climate Action Day—a live, online event reaching an anticipated two million viewers and produced by Take Action Global. This incredible event, celebrating the Climate Action Project, brought together more than five million students from 167 countries to work on climate solutions. With high-profile speakers like Princess Esmeralda, President Mary Robinson, Astronaut Richard Williams, and Adam McKay (past speakers have even included Prince William, Jane Goodall, and David Attenborough), it was an honour for Georgina’s own Future Chicken to share insights alongside these global icons.
This remarkable achievement has placed Georgina in the international spotlight, raising awareness of our community’s commitment to sustainable innovation and environmental action.
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Municipal business support and entrepreneurship programs
The Town supports businesses through YSpace entrepreneurship programming, grants, a development application fee rebate, a patio program and more. Learn more.
Regional resources and support
Online business resources include a new easy-to-use collection of links on business licensing, taxes, market research and more. The page also includes information on community assets within York Region – from maker spaces helping to create product prototypes to business incubators providing support and guidance. Learn more.
Financial guidance and support
South Lake Futures provides loans for small businesses, business start-up consultations, business name registration assistance, business grants and growth counselling. Learn more.
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Expert advice
Unlock support for your business through PSAP. The York Small Business Enterprise Centre's Northern York Region Professional Services Access Program (PSAP) offers eligible businesses complimentary access to expert advice to help you make informed business and financial decisions. Through the program, you can receive a consultation with professionals in one of five areas. Learn more and apply.
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Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes
Every year the Canada Council awards a broad range of prestigious prizes to more than 200 Canadian artists and scholars in recognition of their quest for innovation and excellence. Learn more.
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Business Benefits Finder
Whether you're an entrepreneur, a business or a not-for-profit organization, this tool can help you find grants, partnerships and support currently available to help you grow.
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The Town of Georgina’s business park lands offer one of the most extensive footprints for business development in the Greater Toronto Area. More than 250,000 sq. ft. is currently available for lease. Learn more. | | | |
Featured businesses and properties for sale | |
Are you looking for the perfect site to start or expand your business? We can help you find a location that will meet your needs and is zoned for your business. | |
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See full map of "For Sale" listings of Commercial and Industrial Properties.
Disclaimer: Listings are provided to the Town from brokers, real estate agents, and various real estate websites. The Town of Georgina assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information shown, and does not make any representation, warranties or guarantees of any kind in relation to the listings in this e-newsletter or the properties described therein. Please contact the real estate agent or other contact person identified on the listing to verify all information.
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Business After 5
Unwind after a long day and connect with like-minded professionals at the Georgina Chamber of Commerce's Business After 5 networking event. On Nov. 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., join them at Kings Tavern for appetizers, networking, prizes and more. Learn more and register.
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Agri-Tech Skills Development Workshop
Are you interested in learning about farming, agri-food, agriculture and technology? Join STEM Minds and Boreal Farms for an agri-tech skills development workshop on Thursday, Nov. 28, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Newmarket.
This unique learning opportunity will give you hands-on experience and insights into the exciting world of agri-tech. This workshop is ideal for adults, newcomers and youth exploring agriculture-related career opportunities. Learn more and register.
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Thursday Thrive: Weekly networking sessions
All business owners and entrepreneurs are invited to join us on Thursdays between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. at 1 Market St. in Sutton to network and collaborate with other entrepreneurs and enjoy local refreshments. No registration is required. Learn more about YSpace business programming.
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Visit our website
Discover why talent and businesses choose Georgina by exploring our economic development website, choosegeorgina.ca. The new site is a comprehensive resource for those considering Georgina as a place to call home and for existing businesses looking to expand.
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Georgina's Economic Development staff are available to guide you to programs, resources or funding opportunities you may not be aware of. Connect with us. | | | | |
