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Georgina Economic Development Updates
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Last Chance to Register for Tourism Now Workshop, February 6, 2018.
Through "Tourism Now", participants will walk away with a better understanding of:
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The Tourism Landscape
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Who is Central Counties Tourism and the York Region Arts Council and What Do they Do?
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How to Get Involved
Join us for an evening of learning and networking.
Along the way, there will be discussions and exercises that will help participants understand how tourism can positively impact their community or business, and identify the tourism opportunities around them.
Date: February 6, 2018, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Light Dinner and Refreshments Provided
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Georgina Business Grand Re-Opening.
If you would like to request an official Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting with the Mayor and Ward Councillor, or if we missed your Grand Opening and want your picture featured in an upcoming e-newsletter
Click Here
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Congratulations to GTTI The Training Centre for being awarded by the readers of the Georgina Advocate "Best Adult Education" for 2017.
Click Here for more information about GTTI and their various programs.
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Sutton BIA and Jackson's Point BIA Annual General Meeting February 13, 2018.
The Sutton Business Improvement Association (BIA) and Jackson's Point BIA are hosting their 2018 Annual General Meetings jointly at the Ramada Jackson's Point Resort & Spa. If you are a member of the Sutton BIA or Jackson's Point BIA you are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting and find out what is planned for 2018 and vote on the approval of the 2018 Annual Budget.
Once this budget is approved by the membership, the budget will be presented to Town Council for final approval. Upon receiving Council approval this budget amount will be used to determine the tax levy that will be applied to all members of the BIA's. Should you wish to review any additional information regarding Business Improvement Areas, The Ministry of Municipal Affairs BIA handbook is available online at
www.Ontario.ca/BIAhandbook
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Date: February 13, 2018, 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
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Apply for the Georgina Community Initiatives Fund by Feb. 16, 2018.
The Town of Georgina is committed to assisting local individuals, community groups and organizations with their fundraising needs. To do so, the Town has established the "Georgina Community Initiatives Fund", which is funded through the Annual Georgina Charity Golf Classic.
How to apply:
- Access the application and guidelines below
- Complete your application and submit to the: Town of Georgina Mayor's Office, Civic Centre, 26557 Civic Centre Road, R.R.#2, Keswick, ON, L4P 3G1, Attention: Tammi Roberts or by e-mail to [email protected]
- Applications are due by Friday, February 16, 2018
Applicants may apply once per calendar year for funding consideration to a maximum amount of $1,000. Approval is at the discretion and approval of the Working Committee under the grant criteria. For more information, please contact Tammi Roberts, Town of Georgina Mayor's Office at 905-476-4301 Ext. 2213 or by e-mail to
[email protected]
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Discover Georgina Show May 5 & 6, 2018.
Everything You Need to Live, Work and Play in Georgina - All Under One Roof!
Mark your calendar for a weekend that showcases all the great things Georgina has to offer! The Georgina Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the new Discover Georgina Show!
Date: May 5 & 6, 2018.
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New Year, New Improvements! Apply for a Community Improvement Plan Grant.
Lake Simcoe Arms Before and After Facade enhancements.
A Community Improvement Plan (CIP) is intended to improve a defined area within a community that has been identified as in need of revitalization. The CIP articulates a vision for Uptown Keswick, Downtown Sutton and Downtown Jackson's Point.
Click Here to view the application forms.
Please note the CIP Grants are only available for businesses within the BIA Boundaries.
Contact Sean Columbus if you are interested.
Economic Development Officer
905-476-4301 ext. 2330
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Economic Development Community Building Grant Application.
The objective of the grant program is to provide financial assistance for programs and events that serve to promote the Town of Georgina to markets outside Georgina, generate economic opportunities for the local business community and provide for the betterment of the Community. In order to take full advantage of the collaborative marketing efforts provided by the Economic Development & Tourism Division, applications should be submitted six (6) months prior to the event date. You can view the application by
Clicking Here.
If you are interested in applying please contact Cristina Liu via email
[email protected] or call 905-476-4301 ext 2300.
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There are two approaches to selling memberships at the local gym. The first is to show the prospective member the facilities-highlighting the abundance of equipment and classes, and then to offer a 'limited time only' joining discount. The second is to spend time listening to the reasons why he wants to join in the first place and then to tailor the sales conversation to those needs.
Two Things Your Marketing Messages Must Do
1. Communicate to the customer that you have understood his unmet needs or unspoken desires.
2. Paint a picture of the customer as the hero of the story in the presence of your product (a lot of marketing messages have this backward).
Average marketing is filled with statements of fact. Great marketing is a response to the customer's problems and desires. It's the difference between, 'this is better' and 'this is how we can help you to be better'.
Article courtesy of
"The Story of Telling".
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Do you have any suggestions for our newsletter? Please let us know by emailing Sean Columbus
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Sponsorship Revenue Generation Webinar #2: What's Your Sponsorship Worth? Wed. Feb 7, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Please join us for Webinar #2 in the bi-monthly 10 part series brought to you by Central Counties Tourism & Sport Durham.
What's Your Sponsorship Worth?
Please access this webinar 5 minutes prior to
2:00 p.m. on Wed. Feb. 7th.
Click Here to Register and for more information.
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Yuk Yuk's Stand Up Comedy, Feb. 10, 2018.
Yuk Yuk's Stand Up Comedy at it's best!! Comedians TBA - Licensed Event.
Click Here to purchase tickets.
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Trip to Ripley's Aquarium
Ripley's Aquarium -
Wed, Feb 14, 2018
Pick up in Sutton and Keswick. Limited space. Registration required.
Call 905-722-4616 to book.
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Lake Simcoe Championship Ice Fishing Derby Feb. 18, 2018.
Anglers get ready for the 3rd Annual Lake Simcoe Championship Ice Fishing Derby. Presented by Canadian Tire Keswick along with Sponsors, the Town of Georgina. Proceeds going to Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities.
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The ROC Slopestyle Competition March 3, 2018
FREE!
Event starts at 12 p.m. Registration Starts at 10:00 a.m.
Girls & Guys Ski & Snowboard Categories.
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2nd Annual One Stop Shop Spring Edition March 17, 2018.
Entry is $1 or donate a non-perishable food item.
Bring the whole family to meet the Easter Bunny and participate in the children's Easter Egg Hunt.
Click Here to Register and for more details.
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Central Counties York Region Partners in Tourism Symposium March 22, 2018
Gathering for Growth!
Central Counties Tourism and the York Region Arts Council (YRAC) invites you to attend our key networking and tourism B2B event.
Click Here to Register and for more details.
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An Evening of Comedy & Magic with Jason Palter
Doors Open: 6:30 p.m. | Show: 7:30 p.m.
Licensed Event | 19+
Click Here for more details.
Tickets $25 + hst
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Yorkworks Sutton Workshops and Upcoming Events February Calendar
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