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Georgina Economic Development Updates
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Save The Date: Town of Georgina Special Event Info Sessions
 In January 2019 the Town of Georgina is hosting a two part series of workshops for Special Event organizers.
Session 1 will focus on
Marketing and Promotional opportunities for event organizers featuring representatives from the Town of Georgina, Chamber of Commerce, Central Counties Tourism and Experience York Region. The information provided will help grow and develop your event to it's full potential.
Date:January 17, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Session 2 will focus on
tips for hosting an event in the municipality. There will be staff from various departments at the municipality, York Health, and York Regional Police. The purpose of this session is to provide all the information event organizers require to plan and budget their event as efficiently as possible.
Date: January 31, 2019 from 6: 00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
More information will be available soon.
Click Here if you are interested in registering.
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B2B Georgina Tourism Information Session
Experience York Region and Central Counties Tourism hosted a Tourism Information Session at The Link in Sutton. This session was in partnership with the Town of Georgina and Chamber of Commerce.
The session focused on tourism based businesses and event organizers. Attendees learned about how to grow their business and the many resources available. The session provided details on marketing and promotional opportunities available, grants programs, and how to reach a broader audience through the web.
If you missed this information session you can attend other upcoming sessions in York Region.
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Have Your Say On Georgina's 2019 Budget
Each year, the Town of Georgina passes a budget to determine how funds are allocated. Tax dollars go towards a number of services and programs - from waste collection and clearing snow to recreation and fire services - which your family relies on and uses every day.
The Town is inviting residents to get involved in the 2019 Budget process and is providing a variety of ways to be informed and provide feedback.
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Yorkworks Sutton Presents FREE Computer Training Courses
Do you want to improve your skills to be better prepared for employment?
Free and flexible learning:
- 4 or 6 hours per week, depending on training schedule
- Choose your days and times, Monday through Thursday
- Friendly and helpful facilitator
- Self-paced, convenient and supportive environment
- Certificate awarded upon completion of courses.
Dates: November 12th to December 20th
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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The Digital Main Street Program funded by the Province of Ontario in partnership with the Ontario BIA Association seeks to help small main street businesses across Ontario improve their adoption of technologies to better promote themselves online, sell online and even run back-office processes online. Each business can apply for a one-time grant of $2,500 to help with the costs of adopting required technology.
Click Here
for full details on the program and apply today.
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Call for Applications - Artrepreneur Arts Administrator Program
Exciting news!
The York Region Arts Council (YRAC), in collaboration with WorkInCulture, is thrilled to launch the Artrepreneur Arts Administrator Program for arts administrators and cultural leaders in York Region.
The program is open to arts administrators working in any arts disciplines. Arts Administrators are creatives who work in one of the following roles in an arts and cultural organization: operational staff, board member, volunteer and/or aspiring leader. Our curriculum is blended with in-class working sessions, peer-to-peer learning, group learning & discussions, and a final EXPO to showcase fellows' learning to the public.
Program Outline:
Location: Oak Ridges Community Centre, Richmond Hill
Start Date: January 14, 2019
Session time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Program Length: 10 weeks (no class February 18 for Family Day)
Cost (Due upon acceptance): $235 (non-members) | $200 (York Region Arts Council members)
Click Here for full details on the program and apply today.
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Festival & Events Symposium & Training
(FE)ST is a one-day professional development symposium for festival & event organizers, staff, board
members, and volunteers. The day will include a keynote speaker, panel discussions, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities. This will be a unique opportunity for attendees to gain insights from successful organizers and to meet key members of the festival & events community
Early Bird Tickets on Sale Now Until November 30, 2018
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Women Entrepreneurship Fund
The Women Entrepreneurship Fund will fund women-owned and women-led businesses to invest in activities that focus on:
- Supporting pursuit of market opportunities abroad (e.g. international marketing strategy, supply chain integration, promotions, business advisory services, online presence/website development)
- Supporting Scale-up, Expansion and Growth (e.g. product/service development and improvement, inventory management, value stream mapping, upgrades to plant and equipment, process and technology improvements
- Additional activities that support the objectives of the Women Entrepreneurship Fund
Click Here for full details.
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Development Application Fee Rebate Program
Council recently approved the implementation of a Development Application Fee Rebate Program. This is just one of the initiatives Council has approved to encourage new investment and expansion of our existing businesses. Eligibility for this new incentive program will be related to the number of full-time jobs created/retained and the amount of office, industrial or institutional floor area created.
Click Here for full details on the program and apply today.
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Funding Still Available for 2018. Apply Now for a Community Improvement Plan Grant.
Pepperwood Design 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. Applications must be submitted & approved before work starts.
Contact Sean Columbus at 905-476-4301 ext. 2330 or
[email protected] for more information.
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Updated Economic Development Community Building Grant Application Guidelines Effective January 1, 2019.
New Application Application Guidelines Effective January 1, 2019
Community Betterment Grant - Maximum = $2,000
Community Culture Grant - Maximum = $5,000
Economic Development Grant - Maximum = $5,000
Applications should be submitted six (6) months prior to the event date. Applications will be evaluated at the Economic Development Committee Meetings held in February, May and September. All grants must meet the intake period deadline of Feb 1, May 1, or Sept 1.
Grant Applications will not be accepted for events scheduled less than 60 days from the time of submission.
Council will provide final approval of any funds dispersed to grant recipients.
For more information contact Cristina Liu via email
[email protected] or call 905-476-4301 ext 2300.
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BUSINESS & MARKETING TIPS
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We have a better chance of being heard when we understand what the people we're speaking to are open to hearing. We do that by asking ourselves better questions.
Four Important Messaging Questions
1. Who is this information for?
2. What do we want them to know?
3. Why do they need to know this?
4. What do we want them to do next?
Communication isn't only about finding the right words.
It's about finding the right reason to say them.
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Do you have any suggestions for our newsletter? Please let us know by emailing Sean Columbus
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November Workshops and Events Sutton Calendar Now Available.
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Lighthouse Performing Nov. 3 at Stephen Leacock Theatre
Limited Seats Left
Lighthouse, Canada's favourite rock band is turning 50 and inviting Canadians across the country to join the celebrations.
Sponsored by Sobey's, Team Peroff, Stiemer Construction and R and A Stairs.
Click Here for full details.
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Vendors Wanted for Winter Market
Are you looking for a chance to connect with shoppers in the heart of our community at a one-of-a-kind event? The new Link Winter Market is a fantastic opportunity for you.
On the third Sunday of each month starting
December 16, the Winter Market will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Link in Sutton, featuring unique handmade treasure, live music, local farmers, foodie delights and more.
Click Here for full details and the application form.
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Ski & Board Swap Hosted By: Canadian Ski Patrol Nov. 10, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
DROP - OFF Nov. 9, 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Looking to sell your used equipment?
Public Receiving & Equipment Registration on Friday, November 9 between 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
*Not accepting equipment on Saturday
You must pick up your cheque and/or unsold equipment from The Canadian Ski Patrol by the end of swap between 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 10.
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Keswick Santa Claus Parade Nov 17
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Starts at Biscayne Ave. and the Queensway at 1:30 p.m, follows the Queensway to Metro Rd. and goes up Simcoe St. and ends at Church St. and the Queensway.
Sutton Santa Claus Parade of Lights Dec 1
Time: 5:00 p.m. start
Location: Starts in Jackson's Point at 5 p.m., travels down Dalton Road to High Street along High Street and ends at the fairgrounds.
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GTTI Annual Holiday One Stop Shop Nov 18
A fun filled holiday shopping experience!
Time: 11:00 a.m.
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Festival of Lights & Old Fashioned Christmas Nov 24
Join us at the Historical Georgina Pioneer Village as we bring in the Holiday Season with a magical light display. Watch as the buildings and grounds come to life with the lights and sounds of Christmas. Don't forget to bring your wish list for Santa as the jolly man himself and Mrs. Claus stop by for a visit.
Kick off the holiday season by stepping back in time to enjoy the sights, smells and sounds that a 19th Century Christmas would bring. Live music, holiday crafts, hot apple cider, historic demonstrations and lots more!
Time:
5:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Uptown Keswick BIA Annual Christmas Tree Lighintg Nov 24
Santa will arrive in style, courtesy of the Georgina Fire Dept.
Photos with Santa from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. in front of
Stretch Thrift
. Caroling, Hot Drinks and more!!
Road Closure will be in effect from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. to ensure the safety of all visitors!!
Donations accepted for the Georgina Food Pantry.
Hope to see you there!!
Tree lighting 7 p.m.
Location:
Church St Parkette. Southwest Corner of Church St and The Queensway S.
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The Lightings in Jackson's Point Parkette Dec 1
Join the Jackson's Point BIA to celebrate Christmas and Chanukah in the Parkette.
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