The Government of Ontario released its 2021 Budget on March 24, which included support for jobs and workers through more Small Business Support Grants, Digital Main Street funding through 2022, tourism industry supports and skills re-training programs. Below are highlights from Ontario’s Action Plan: Protecting People’s Health and Our Economy, pulled from the […]
The deadline for the federal Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) is extended to June 30 from March 31, 2021. The extension applies to new applications for loans of $60,000 or to new applications from businesses that have received a $40,000 loan and intend to apply for the additional $20,000. Apply now.
Thinking of hiring a co-op student this summer who can bring fresh ideas, creative innovation, and critical thinking skills to your business? Attend a Career-Integrated Learning information session to learn about the funding supports available to eligible employers who hire from Sheridan’s 50+ co-op programs – and have a chance to win a fully sponsored […]
‘Destination Bike – Welcoming Cyclists in Halton Region’ is a free webinar on April 14 from 2-3pm. Learn the benefits of cycling tourism and how to become a “bike-friendly” certified business. More cyclists than ever are hitting the road, so why not attract them to your business! Hosted by Halton Region and Ontario By Bike, […]
Stricter measures for local food establishments have been issued by the Halton Medical Officer of Health as new COVID-19 cases rise along with outbreaks and more transmission of the highly-contagious Variants of Concern. The revised instructions issued by Dr. Hamidah Meghani took effect Tuesday, March 23 and come just days after the Province announced adjustments […]
Dining capacity limits have increased at restaurants, bars and other food and drink establishments for Red-Control level regions of the Ontario Framework, like Halton, as of Saturday, March 20, 2021. Capacity limits for indoor dining are now based on a standard, scalable calculation that allow for up to approximately 50 per cent of the indoor […]