April 28, 2021
COVID-19 UPDATES & RESOURCES
EDUCATION AND ENFORCEMENT INITIATIVE IN SIMCOE MUSKOKA
The Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) will be conducting an education and enforcement initiative in Simcoe Muskoka on Friday, April 30 and Saturday, May 1 to ensure workplaces and businesses are following public health guidelines and properly protecting workers and the public from COVID-19. Read the letter from Dr. Gardner.

Some of the protective safety measures in the regulations include:

  • Safety plans must be written and posted where easily seen by the employer.
  • Screening requirements for staff and customers for symptoms of COVID-19.
  • Proper use of masks and face coverings.
  • Crowd control measures and capacity limits to ensure proper 2 metre physical distancing.

For more information visit the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit website and refer to the provincial regulations.
LAKE OF BAYS BUSINESS ASSISTANCE

The Township continues to update business support programs and resources on our website as they are announced. Need help navigating the various programs and resources available?

Contact: Leanne Fetterley, Interim Economic Development Coordinator, lfetterley@lakeofbays.on.ca, 705-635-2272 ext. 235
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY IMPROVEMENT FUND (BTIF)
The Parry Sound Muskoka Community Network is now accepting applications for its Business Technology Improvement Fund (BTIF) grants. The grant provides funding of up to 50% of approved costs, to a maximum grant of $25,000, to allow eligible businesses to purchase technology hardware, highly specialized equipment, software and specialized services. 

Website: www.pmcn.ca/btif
Deadline: Midnight, May 2, 2021
VIRTUAL BUSINESS EVENTS
ROCK THE DOCK VIRTUAL IMPACT AWARDS 2021
The Parry Sound Muskoka Community Network (PMCN) presents Rock the Dock! Virtual Impact Awards 2021 to celebrate 10 local entrepreneurs whose business ideas have directly impacted Parry Sound and Muskoka. $45K in prizes!

Registration is FREE! Also consider purchasing an Impact Awards Experience Box filled with products from local businesses to support local!

Date: May 27, 2021
Time: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Register: pmcn.ca/iawards
MARKETING SUPPORT FOR LAKE OF BAYS BUSINESSES
LAKE OF BAYS PASSPORT TO SPRING
The Lake of Bays Passport to Spring is a digital shop local campaign which includes ten activities designed to promote businesses in Lake of Bays.

  • Campaign: March 19, 2021 to June 4, 2021
  • Prizes: Winners receive a gift certificate to a business of their choice in Lake of Bays (1st prize: $250; 2nd prize: $100; 3rd prize: $50)

All businesses in Lake of Bays are invited to participate by sharing the posts and encouraging your customers to participate in the contest.

Contact: Leanne Fetterley, lfetterley@lakeofbays.on.ca
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHTS
Maximize your lakeside enjoyment with Grandview Waterfront Products.

Grandview Waterfront Products sells, delivers and installs PWC ports, swim rafts, aluminum frame and floating dock systems. They also manufacture the battery operated, solar recharged aluminum boat bailer, the Sun Pump and the Muskoka Surfboard. Read the business spotlight to learn more.

Do you want your business to be featured? Contact Leanne to book your spotlight now!
Please feel free to share this information with anyone who may be interested.

Kind regards,

Leanne Fetterley

TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS | Economic Development
Tel: 705-635-2272 ext.235 | Email Leanne