A snapshot of Georgina's economy and initiative highlights in 2023

Georgina is currently undergoing transformative and positive changes as its population and employment base grow. The annual Year in Review is a snapshot of the progress made to diversify Georgina's economy. In the 2023 review, you'll find economic statistics, investment attraction initiatives, small business support and tourism development highlights, and more.

Digital Service Squad launches to help businesses enhance their digital presence

Local businesses in Georgina can receive valuable assistance with the introduction of the Digital Main Street program, a collaborative effort between the Town of Georgina and the Town of East Gwillimbury. Business owners can now receive complimentary support from a trained digital technology specialist, gain access to training modules for enhancing technical skills and receive guidance in developing a Digital Transformation Plan.

Open to all local businesses, the Digital Service Squad offers support for basic website setup, Google Business Profiles, Google 360 photos, digital storefront setup with e-commerce, social media content creation and enhancement, and more. To qualify for the program, businesses must meet specific criteria, including having a permanent brick-and-mortar location in Ontario and being registered in Ontario and/or incorporated. Spots are limited, so if you are a business interested in taking advantage of this opportunity, act now!

Meet with staff for business support and to share insights

Do you want to learn about opportunities and support that can help your business grow at no cost? Schedule a meeting with our Economic Development and Tourism Staff. During the meeting, we will listen to your needs, provide support and gather insights that will inform economic development initiatives.

Culinary event continues to grow and support dining establishments

Taste of Georgina, now in its fourth year, is running from Feb. 23 to March 7, during a traditionally slower time of year for restaurants. The event has grown beyond the 12 restaurants that participated last year, which shows the impact the event is making and how it is supporting businesses through collaborative marketing.

In 2023, more than $25,000 in revenue was made from 700 Taste of

Georgina meals! The impact goes beyond the number of meals sold – even if

eventgoers did not purchase a meal, they were intrigued to come in and

experience a new business and potentially return. Learn more about the event

and view the menus online at tasteofgeorgina.ca.

Entrepreneurship program for students now accepting applications

Applications for the Summer Company Program 2024 are now open. Students aged 15-29 who live in York Region can get training, mentoring and a grant of up to $3,000 to start their own business. Spots are limited and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so get your application in!

Funding Opportunities

York Region Tourism Fund

Registered charitable organizations and non-profit/not-for-profit organizations are eligible to apply for funds of up to $5,000.00 per project to support community-based tourism events. Funds for each project will be allocated for a term from January 2024 to Dec. 31, 2024. Learn more.

My Main Street Community Business Sustainability Program

The Business Sustainability stream will provide up to $6.5 million of non-repayable contributions up to $20,000 in direct-to-business funding to support productivity enhancements for brick-and-mortar businesses located on main streets across southern Ontario. Applications close on March 31, 2024. Learn more.

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.

Investment opportunities

Keswick Business Park

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.

129 High St.,

Sutton

$399,000

944 Lake Dr. E.,

Jackson's Point

$1,899,900

920 Lake Dr. E.,

Jackson's Point

$1,099,000

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.

Events

For more upcoming events, visit georgina.ca/events.