Economic Development & Tourism News
Celebrating Small Business Week in Clarence-Rockland!
Small Business week launched by the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), is a national celebration to honor the small businesses who fuel our economy and enrich our communities. Next week, we proudly recognize the hard work, resilience and impact of Clarence-Rockland's small business owners. Through this newsletter and on our social media channels we’ll be sharing valuable resources, spotlighting local businesses and encouraging everyone to support and celebrate the heart of our community.
Business Retention and Expansion Survey Coming Soon!
We’re excited to announce the upcoming Business Retention and Expansion Survey, developed in collaboration with the city’s Economic Development Advisory Committee and the Ministry of Rural Affairs.
This initiative aims to gather valuable input from local businesses to help shape future programs, policies, and support services. Your voice matters – participating ensures we understand your needs and priorities.
Stay tuned—for more details on how to take part!
Get noticed. Get connected. List your business today!
List your business in the City of Clarence Rockland’s Business Directory and connect with residents and visitors who love to shop local!
✅ Free & Easy to Join
✅ Boost Your Visibility
✅ Attract New Customers
✅ Show Your Community Pride
Grow with Confidence - Explore Funding
Unlock growth opportunities for your business—explore funding for agri-food innovation, business expansion, ecosystem support, and job subsidies!
- Ontario Agri-food Research Initiative | ontario.ca : provides funding for agri-food research and innovation projects in Ontario.
- Job subsidies and incentives | CSEPR | Centre de services à l'emploi: These subsidies and incentives are given to support employers by paying a portion of the cost of hiring and training a new employee.
- Funding for organizations that help businesses grow in southern Ontario: What we support : FedDev Ontario invests to build and compete by strengthening regional business ecosystems, helping small- and medium-sized businesses in southern Ontario thrive with the resilience needed to succeed and grow.
- Funding for businesses in southern Ontario: Application Guide : FedDev Ontario is investing to build and compete by supporting companies to adopt cutting-edge solutions, enhance productivity, break into new markets and build for the future.
- Ryan Canada-Ontario Job Grant: The Canada-Ontario Job Grant (COJG) is an Ontario government funding program that offers training grants to employers.
- Regional Tariff Response Initiative: Helping Canadian businesses adapt, grow and build resilience in a shifting trade landscape
- Save on Energy - Small Business Program: Save your small business money with Save on Energy incentives of up to $3,000 for eligible lighting equipment and up to $2,500 for eligible non-lighting equipment.
Save on Energy - Retrofit Program: Get financial incentives to upgrade equipment that will lower energy costs, improve productivity and support your business’s sustainability goals.
Fuel your Business Growth
Invest a little time to gain big insights—these free sessions offer expert advice, real-world strategies, and tools to help your business adapt and grow!
- BDC Get your business ready for the economic revolution: Join BDC’s Chief Economist, Pierre Cléroux, and a panel of experts to understand how you can prepare for a changing business landscape. You’ll hear the latest economic insights, see how other entrepreneurs are adapting and discover concrete actions to get your business ready for the economic revolution.
- BDC Breaking Barriers, Building Businesses: Discover how immigrant and women entrepreneurs are shaping Canada’s economy. Join BDL’s Small Business Week virtual event for data-driven insights and real-world stories from entrepreneurs who are growing their businesses—and Canada’s future. Hear new research, policy ideas, and lived experiences in this 90-minute interactive session.
- BDC Startup to Succession: Thriving in Canada’s Entrepreneurial Revolution: On October 22nd, join BDC and Futurpreneur for an exclusive, interactive panel event that brings together entrepreneurs, experts, and ecosystem partners from across Canada. Whether you’re launching a new venture, scaling up, or considering succession, this event will equip you with the insights to thrive in a rapidly changing economy.
- Digital Main Street – How Restaurants in Canada Use Tech to Compete in 2025 and Beyond: Join Square and Digital Main Street on October 23, 2025 at 1:00PM EST for an actionable look at current tech trends shaping Canadian restaurants.
- Invest Ottawa Education Centre – Market Research Techniques and Resources: Essential strategies and tools to understand and navigate your market.
Stay in the Know – What’s New in Clarence-Rockland
Big News: The City’s New Website Is Now Live!
Big News: The City’s New Website Is Now Live!
The City of Clarence-Rockland is proud to announce the launch of its new website. Designed to improve your experience, the site is faster, easier to navigate, and fully mobile-friendly. Key features include:
- Streamlined access to City Services
- Clara, our helpful chatbot
- A full directory of applications, forms, and licenses
- Enhanced events and council calendars
Top-tier accessibility standards
Explore the new site today: www.clarence-rockland.com/en
Accessible via the City’s new website, the Economic Development and Tourism microsite remains the go to for tailored business support, success stories, and funding opportunities to help your business thrive in Clarence-Rockland.
Stay Connected and Grow with Us
Please reach out to our dedicated team who are ready to assist with your investment, expansion plans and tourism needs.
ecodev@clarence-rockland.com
613-446-6022 ext. 2110
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