Township Updates for Businesses

We are excited to start a new year of economic development projects in collaboration with you: the Southgate business community. Stay in the loop on the Township of Southgate policies and programs that are impacting you and your business. Watch Council and Committee meetings to stay informed, please visit this link to view the schedule of meetings and agendas coming up this year. Agendas are usually published 6 to 7 days in advance of the meeting date. You will find the link to the livestream of each meeting to watch online on this webpage!

See Upcoming Council and Public Planning Meetings

Support the Revitalization of Downtown Dundalk

Enhancing the town’s commercial core in consultation with residents and local businesses is a priority for the Township of Southgate. To achieve this, the Township is establishing a Downtown Revitalization Taskforce of residents, business professionals, property owners, and staff to implement a Downtown Revitalization (DR) program, evaluating the current context of downtown Dundalk and developing a vision to boost its overall economic well-being. Find details about the project on the Township website. Join the Taskforce to have an impact.

Volunteer for the Downtown Revitalization Taskforce

Dundalk Mural Tour with Augmented Reality

Watch Local Murals Come to Life

You can now experience many of the murals in downtown Dundalk through augmented reality, which makes them come to life! Download the free Artivive app and point your camera at the artwork to activate it.⁠ We have brochures available for your customers to promote more downtown visits. Email Southgate Economic Development for details.

Map out your Mural Tour

South Grey Chamber of Commerce Home aand Garden Show

Sell at the Home & Garden Show

Showcase your business to new customers at the 2025 South Grey Home & Garden Show on April 26 and 27. The South Grey Chamber of Commerce is accepting vendor applications on a first come first come first serve basis. Registration is 25% full so fill out the form below and return it to events@southgreychamberofcommerce.ca to book a vendor table.

Download the Registration Form

Community Planning Open House

The Planning Team want to thank everyone who came out to the Community Planning Open House on November 28. We received valuable feedback on the issues of proposed regulations for Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs) and for decks/accessory structures. Staff are reviewing these comments to make changes to proposed regulations, and these will move forward to Council in 2025. To stay informed, please visit Southgate.ca.

See Info on the Planning Page

Submit your Permit Application

To enhance services for our business owners and operators, you can now complete the entire building permit process online on any mobile device with Cloudpermit, a cloud-based software. Having the correct permits is vital for your safety, as well as the safety of your customers. Cloudpermit enables you to apply for building permits, schedule inspections, connect with staff, and make changes to your permit applications.

Explore the New Process

Access Library Business Resources

Visit the Southgate Public Library for help with your business needs! Located at 80 Proton Street N. in Dundalk, we offer free access to wi-fi and computers, printing and faxing services and scheduled tech appointments for help with using your devices and apps. Visit our website for free digital resources and for upcoming programming. Follow us on Facebook @Southgate Ruth Hargrave Memorial Library to stay up to date on what's happening at the library.

Visit the Library Website

Improve Your Property

Start renovating your business with support from Southgate Community Improvement Plan (CIP) incentives. Enhance your façade, signage, building, accessibility, and so much more through this grant matching program. Help to rehabilitate publicly used frontages and streetscapes across the Township of Southgate by applying for funding. For program-specific questions, connect with Economic Development Officer Brenna Carroll.

Apply for CIP Grants

Get Free Business Support

Access services customized for Grey County entrepreneurs and small business owners through the Business Enterprise Centre (BEC). Receive feedback from professionals on your business start-up or expansion, attend seminars to improve your productivity, access grants, and so much more. Schedule a free in-person or virtual consultation appointment so that you have the tools and guidance you need to successfully grow your business.

Learn More about the BEC

Connect with us!

You can reach us via email and social media. If you have specific questions or concerns, connect with Economic Development Officer: Brenna Carroll.

Book time with Brenna Carroll: Southgate EDO Connection