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Monthly News & Updates

October | 2026

$25,000 Investment Helps Whitby Manufacturer Cut Energy Use and Costs

The Town of Whitby and Enbridge Gas Ontario are proud to award a $25,000 grant to longtime Whitby manufacturer North American Steel to help it reduce natural gas use, lower operating costs, and improve efficiency at its local facility.

Trade and tariff resources available for Whitby businesses

As trade and tariff policies continue to evolve, businesses may be experiencing impacts related to supply chains, costs, market access, and long-term planning. The Town of Whitby maintains a dedicated Tariff Response webpage with updates, resources, funding opportunities, and information to help businesses navigate changing trade conditions.

Explore Whitby's Tariff Response Webpage

In addition, Invest Durham is hosting an upcoming webinar featuring representatives from BDC and FedDev Ontario, who will provide information on available funding and support programs for businesses impacted by U.S. tariffs. Participants will learn about program eligibility, available resources, and opportunities to ask questions directly of program representatives.

We want to hear from you. Connect with Whitby Economic Development for a Business Retention & Expansion (BR+E) visit to discuss your business's challenges, opportunities, and future plans. These conversations help us better understand your needs and identify ways we can support your success in Whitby.

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Ontario investing $49 million to strengthen supports for small business

Ontario is investing $49 million over three years to enhance small business supports across the province through the Ontario Small Business Advisory Centres (OSBAC) network, which includes the Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD). The funding will improve access to local business services, expert advice, training, mentorship, and provincial programs that help entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses.

DRABPE secures Government of Canada investment of $2.2M in support of Growth Space

The Durham Region Association of Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs (DRABPE) is receiving Government of Canada support through FedDev Ontario to develop its initiative, Growth Space, over the next three years. This investment will strengthen opportunities for Black entrepreneurs and businesses across Southern Ontario by helping support the next phase of Growth Space.