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Georgina Economic Development Updates
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A workshop session at The Link on July 12th took place called "York Region as an Intelligent Community".
The purpose of this program is to determine each participating municipalities' baseline measures of "intelligence" and then provide guidance on how to improve these measures. T
he information collected from the session will be used to complete the Community Metrics module of the ICF Community Accelerator Program. It will also be made available to the municipality to assist it in planning its own "intelligent" initiatives.
The meeting involved discussing current and planned programs and initiatives that fall under each of the six Intelligent Community Indicators. It provided an opportunity to propose new initiatives for consideration by York Region and its partner municipalities.
York Region appreciates all of the participation from the session and will look forward to exploring how the Town of Georgina and the Region can work together to become identified as an Intelligent Community.
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Provide Your Input on the Jackson's Point Harbourfront Design.
3 Jackson's Point Design Options have been created as a result of the feedback from the public, Council, Town of Georgina staff, the technical team, technical agencies and landowners. We are now at the stage where we are looking for your input on the various elements within each Option. You may like or dislike various elements of each of the options. In the end, TPP will summarize the 'likes' into one preferred option (which could consist of various elements from each of the 3 options). The preferred option will be presented to Council for consideration.
Roving Information Stations - Learn more about the input process:
7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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On Saturday July 8, Annabel Slaight, Ontario Water Centre Founding Chair, greeted Georgina Mayor Margaret Quirk, Ontario Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Toronto Mayor John Tory and guests Joe and Laurissa Canavan to "Experience ClearWater Farm" and see in action a new and exemplary "green economy initiative" combining local food, education, economic development and water conservation. This ClearWater Farm project is just one of the many projects undertaken by the Ontario Water Centre to help move Georgina forward as a progressive thinking and innovative community. To learn more on ClearWater farm please
Click Here.
Photo courtesy of Tom Sandler.
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South Lake Futures Free Small Business Start-up Workshops
South Lake Futures is again offering free Small Business Start-up Workshops.
These seminars will provide you with the basics you need to start developing a concept and prepare the plan to start your own business.
Dates:
July 27th, 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Aug 23rd, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Sept 14th, 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Oct 4th, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
To Register call
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905-476-1244 or 1-866-605-1244
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If you are aged 18+, you can receive up to $5,000 and professional mentoring to start and expand a business in Ontario.
You may qualify for:
- One-on-one guidance from a YSBEC advisor
- Mentoring with a local successful entrepreneur
- Access to business workshops on topics from writing a business plan and budgeting, to executing a marketing campaign
- Funding of up to $5,000
- Experience funding a business that will better position you to obtain more traditional financing, such as a bank loan.
Call 1-877-464-9675 ext. 71572
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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.
2017 GRANT PROGRAMS:
- Facade Improvement Grant Program
- Heritage Building Improvement Grant Program
- Landscape Improvement Grant Program
- Accessibility Improvement Grant Program
Sean Columbus
Economic Development Officer
905-476-4301 ext. 2330
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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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Why Your Business Needs Corporate Video And How To Make It.
Lets look at some stats. It is reported that:
- 71% of marketers say video outperforms other marketing materials.
- 96% of B2B companies plan to use video this year.
- 78% of people watch video online.
- Audiences 10x more likely to engage with video than other content.
- In 2014 64% of Internet traffic was driven by video. By 2019 this figure is predicted to be 80%.
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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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The Ones Vehicle Events.
Events run May to September Saturday's 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (weather permitted).
Local weekly car show to bring together families and vehicle enthusiasts. Join us for games, music, contests, movies, food and the showcasing of rare and spectacular vehicles.
Click Here for more info.
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Jackson's Point BIA Music in the Park
August 5th.
Weather permitting. Local musicians will be show-cased in the Parkette from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Bring a chair, relax, and enjoy.
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Sutton BIA Festival on High July 22.
Entertainment, food and fun for the entire familty along High Street. Catch live music and vendors. Don't forget the annual duck race at the Black River dam!
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Movie Night in the Parkette July 22nd, August 19th.
Residents and visitors are invited to bring chairs and blankets to enjoy a movie in the park.
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BBQ Fest July 29th to 30th.
Located at The ROC. Sidewalk Sale, Slo-Pitch Tournament, Kid's Zone.
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Pefferlaw Family Picnic August 7th.
Live entertainment, bouncy castle, refreshments and more! Free Community Event. Don't forget to visit the Pefferlaw Lions Antique Classic Car Show while you are there!.
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Painted Perch Festival August 12th.
Jackson's Point Village Association will be hosting their Annual Painted Perch Festival in Jackson's Point. An afternoon and evening of fun and excitement for the whole family. The kids can enjoy games, crafts and face painting and live music featuring local talent.
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Sutton Fair & Horse Show August 10th to 13th.
A true country fair! Come and enjoy the horse pull, truck and tractor pull, demolition derbies, fair rides, entertainment, food and festivities. A full weekend of fun for the whole family.
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"Best of Kiss and AC/DC Tribute Bands"
Sept 16th.
Click Here to Purchase Tickets and for more details.
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Yorkworks Sutton
July W
orkshop & Events Calendar.
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