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Georgina Economic Development Updates
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It's a safe bet visitors to Georgina's ClearWater Farm will marvel at the trees lining the property's new entrance lane. Few of those visitors, save the odd fossil-hunting kid, will admire the gravel underfoot.
When visitors stroll into ClearWater Farms they will be greeted by what Ontario Water Centre (OWC) co-founder Annabel Slaight calls "a long, living arch," which dapples visitors with sunlight and serenades them with the song of wind and leaves. But the stones are worth celebrating too. They are green gravel certified by the Cornerstone Standards Council (CSC), a national non-profit collaboration of industry, environmental, First Nations, and community groups that have developed the world's first voluntary standard for "responsible aggregate extraction".
The stone ordered for ClearWater's driveway was from Lafarge Canada's Oro Pit, one of the first CSC-certified aggregate producers. The gravel allows rain to sink into the soil rather than become runoff that carries a load of pollutants into the lake, "this driveway is contributing to the conservation and health of Lake Simcoe" Slaight says.
If the process succeeds, it will also honour the earth, not only as a source of stone, but of food, fresh air, clean water and beauty.
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New Owner of The Briars Mr Liu and his executive team meet with Mayor Quirk and Town staff.
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LSRCA Offers Grants For Landowners in Georgina. 
The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority knows that
undertaking projects on your property can be costly, and they want to encourage you to choose the projects that provide the changes you seek, but also ones that benefit the air, water and land that sustain us all.
The current funding supports seeks to achieve improved water quality, soil conservation, and enhanced natural areas.
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Help us celebrate business excellence in Georgina. It is a great night for networking and showcasing local businesses. 7 awards will be given out to businesses in the Town of Georgina that exemplify excellence. Mayor & Council will also be recognizing local business owners who have served this community for close to 70 years! The evening begins at 7:00 p.m. with an Awards ceremony commencing at 7:30 p.m. The event will be televised (at a later date) on Rogers TV Georgina!
Date:
October 19th, 2017
Time: 7:00 p.m to 10:00 p.m.
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Funding Still Available for 2017 Community Improvement Plan Grants! Apply Now Before Time Runs Out!
Lake Simcoe Arms Before and After recent 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 will articulate visions for Uptown Keswick, Downtown Sutton and Downtown Jackson's Point.
2017 GRANT PROGRAMS:
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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Small Business Week Schedule, 2017
October 16th - October 20th.
In celebration of Small Business Week, South Lake Futures has collaborated with local partners to bring the following seminars and events specifically for small business.
Click Here for the entire schedule of upcoming events taking place in Georgina as well as surrounding municipalities.
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This workshop is designed to support small to medium size events (and attractions) develop and/or re-design an onsite visitor survey for the purpose of collecting the necessary data to design, develop and deliver an effective and informative Post Event Report.
This hands-on session will help participants to determine 'gaps', and design an effective survey to ensure they collect the data they need for reporting.
Registration Cost:
Member Rate: $55
Non-Member Rate: $65
Date:
October 26th, 2017
Time: 1:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m.
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Ontario By Bike Cycle Tourism Workshop Oct 26th.
Supported by
York Region;
Ontario By Bike /
Transportation Options would like to invite you and other local stakeholders to participate in an upcoming Cycle Tourism Development Workshop.
The Ontario By Bike Network is an exciting tourism marketing initiative that certifies businesses for free to become bicycle friendly and helps them tap into Ontario's growing cycle tourism market and reach the increasing number of visitors and local residents who participate in cycling activities and while visiting the region.
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Georgina Business Consultations.
Join the York Small Business Enterprise Centre for free one-on-one business consultations right in the Town of Georgina!
Whether you are thinking of starting up a new business or you are already established, let's review your ideas and business needs together. Consultations cover information on general start-up advice, financing, marketing and operations. If you are growing a business, they may be able to provide information about financial opportunities and expanding your staff, space or capital investment.
Registration is free and secures your spot for a private one-hour session with a Small Business Consultant. Appointments are scheduled between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and spaces are very limited.
1-877-464-9675 ext. 71584
Dates:
Oct 17th, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Nov 21st, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Dec 12th, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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The York Small Enterprise Centre presents a workshop on building your own E-commerce empire. Featuring guest speaker Matthew Kostanecki.
Date: Oct 26th
, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
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Economic Development Community Building Grant Application Revised.
The Economic Development Community Building Grant has been updated. 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 revised application by visiting
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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Millennial Moms & Dads Shop More Like Gen X & Boomers.
Chronologically similar, but kiddo-logically different.
New consumer study points to a bright marketing opportunity. Instead of placing all millennials in one neat targeting box, divide, conquer, and chalk up more business wins.
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Do you have any suggestions for our newsletter? Please let us know by emailing Sean Columbus
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Download the 2017 Discover Georgina Visitor's Guide Today!
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Georgina Farmers' Market. Sunday's May 14th - Oct 29th, 2017
Follow the Farmers' Market
Facebook page for the latest updates.
For vendor inquiries please contact
Natalia Zammitti for more information.
Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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"1st Annual Warriors Football Yuk Yuk Comedy Night & Charity Fundraiser Oct 14th
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Click Here to Purchase Tickets and for more details.
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"Cafe Barcelona Oct 15th
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Presentation on the art of Barcelona with Ewa & Steeve Chwojko.
Click Here to Purchase Tickets and for more details.
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"Family Fright Fiesta Oct 21st"
Join us as we bring the Pioneer Village to life in the spirit of the Halloween season. There will be lots of activities for the entire family! Halloween puppet show, scary stories form the library & other spooktacular happenings. Crafts and pumpkins while quantities last.
Click Here for more info.
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Series of Dark Nights Oct 25th & Oct 30th.
Night #1: The Paranormal Project. Wednesday, Oct 25th, Stephen Leacock Theatre.
Night #2: Shadows of the Night. Monday, Oct 30th, Georgina Pioneer Village & Archives
Click Here for more info.
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The ROC Job Fair Oct 28th.
Date: Saturday, October 28 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: The ROC Chalet, 26479 Civic Centre Rd, Keswick.
We are hiring for:
- Lift Attendants
- Ski Patrol
- Terrain Park
- Maintenance
- Groomers
- Cafeteria Attendants
- Winter Operation Leads
- Customer Service Representatives
- Snow Makers
- Ski & Snowboard Instructors
Please bring your resume. Job applications will be available.
Click Here
for more info.
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Yorkworks Sutton
October W
orkshop & Events Calendar.
Click Here to access the current October calendar.
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Brent and Sarah's Comedy Magic Show Oct 28th.
Brent and Sarah's Comedy Magic Show - Fun for the whole family!! As seen on Disney Cruise Line.
Click Here
to purchase tickets.
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Georgina Ski & Board Swap Nov 11th.
New and used equipment available at The ROC. Looking to sell your used equipment? Drop-Off Fri. Nov. 10th.
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St. Thomas Aquinas Christmas Market Nov 11th.
Vendors, crafts, food, door prizes and more.
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Georgina Santa Claus Parade Nov 18th and Dec 2nd.
Join us for the 2017 Santa Claus Parade!.
To be part of the fun please complete a
Registration Form
Keswick Santa Claus Parade - Nov 18th.
Sutton Santa Claus Parade - Dec 2nd.
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Festival of Lights & Old Fashioned Christmas Nov 25th.
Festival of Lights - Enjoy the magic and splendor of the holiday season as we light up the Pioneer Village grounds in this annual event. Take part in a sing-along with Mayor and Council, a visit with Santa and witness the unveiling of the lights.
Old Fashioned Christmas - Kick off the holiday season by stepping back in time to enjoy the signs, smells and sounds that a 19th Century Christmas would bring. Live music, tree decorating, holiday crafts, hot apple cider, historic demonstrations and so much more!
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