Georgina Economic Development Updates
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Leveraging the Economic Impact of Agriculture With "Selling Food to Ontario" Workshop
The Town of Georgina hosted the "Selling Food to Ontario" Workshop. This is a workshop offered by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) and was held at The Link in Sutton on February 2nd. This event was the first of its kind and attracted almost 50 registrants from as far away as Sudbury.
The purpose of the workshop was to create new opportunities for farm or food businesses by learning how to expand into new markets including; restaurants, foodservice food retailers, institutions and other wholesale buyers. Key speakers from OMAFRA and Foodland Ontario presented information on market channel opportunities, basics of food regulations, costing and pricing products for success, food packaging and labelling, as well as food trends that provide insight into consumer/industry expectations. The workshop also provided an overview of Canada's Evolving Demographic Landscape and how this affects the types of food we purchase and/or produce.
This workshop is aligned with the Economic Development
Strategy and Action Plan that supports activities intended to increase the capacity and economic impact of agriculture, food and agri-tourism.
For information on future Selling Food to Ontario Workshops please
Click Here.
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We want to hear from you on March 1!
The York Region Arts Council is holding a York Region wide cultural brainstorm meeting with friends, stakeholders and people like you on March 1, 2017. Artists from all disciplines, municipal and other cultural and tourism partners, city/town councillors, as well as people interested in building arts and culture in York Region are invited to participate.
When:
Wed, March 1, 2017, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Laid-off and thinking of re-training?
Get informed about changes to Second Career funding eligibility and grants that are available. Also learn about in class, distance education or online training from guest speaker Monica Dostal from Contact North
Must pre-register! Call 905-722-1480
When:
Wed, Feb 15, 2017, 9:30 a.m. Sharp
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Do you want to revitalize your business with new Façade Improvements? Apply for a 2017 Community Improvement Plan Grant!
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 Upt
own Keswick, Downtown Sutton and Downtown Jackson's Point, includes the use of financial incentives for the private sector to stimulate redevelopment and facilitate property improvements.
2017 GRANT PROGRAMS:
- Facade Improvement Grant Program
- Heritage Building Improvement Grant Program
- Landscape Improvement Grant Program
- Accessibility Improvement Grant Program
Click Here for more information on The Town of Georgina's CIP Grants and fill out an application today!
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Town of Georgina Economic Development & Community Betterment Grants.
The purpose of this Grant Program is to provide funds to support festivals and events that are aligned with the ongoing initiatives being undertaken by the Economic Development and Tourism Division. Eligible events, festivals and programs are those that assist with enhancing the identity of, and create an economic impact within the community. These events will also support the development of the Town's Cultural Plan and create an increased awareness of opportunities available in Georgina.
Anyone interested in the grant program is asked to contact Cristina Liu to review the proposed submission and application process before submitting an application.
All applications must be submitted to:
Cristina Liu
Economic Development Office
905-476-4301 ext. 2300
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Lake Simcoe Championship Ice Fishing Derby Feb. 19, 2017.
On Sunday, February 19th, the 2nd Annual Lake Simcoe Championship Ice Fishing Derby will take place on Cook Bay. Presented by Canadian Tire Keswick and supported by their Sponsors and the Town of Georgina, the event raises funds for the Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities. Check-in and Weigh-in will take place at
Rayner's Park, 50 Lake Drive North, Keswick, ON.
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The February Blues XX
Taking place at The Briars - 55 Hedge Road, Jackson's Point.
Feb. 17 - Larry Baguley
Feb. 18 - D.J. Dance Party
Feb. 19 - Northern Latitude
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Perchin for MS - Fishing for a Cure
March 4, 2017.
Located at Sibbald Point Provincial Park on Lake Simcoe.
Click Here
to Register Now!
Click Here to become a sponsor!
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5th Annual Slope Style Competition March 4, 2017.
Located at The ROC.
FREE!
Starts at 11:00am
Registration Starts at 10:00am
Girls & Guys Ski & Snowboard Categories
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P.A.R. Spaghetti Dinner March 4, 2017.
Located at the Lions Community Centre in Pefferlaw. Advance Sale Price $15.00 or 2 for $25.00. All proceeds help to support the annual Pefferlaw Association of Ratepayers Picnic & Lions car show.
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