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If you are a business owner or starting your own business in the Municipality of South Bruce, check out the various local, federal, and provincial grant opportunities that are available to help your business thrive.
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Bruce County Grants
We are here to support you and your business. The County of Bruce offers various business grants, resources, and workshops available to help start, expand, and thrive your business. View the following Spruce the Bruce grants that offer support to help invest in your business. Grants are based on our Community Improvement Plan Areas (CIPA).
Façade Building Improvement Grant |
| The Façade Building Improvement Grant provides provides funding for business and property owners to update and improve the exterior façade of their downtown commercial building. |
Fascia Signage Grant |
| The Fascia Signage Grant provides funding for business and property owners to install a new and updated façade (flat / fascia) sign on the exterior of the downtown commercial building. |
Perpendicular Signage Grant |
| The Perpendicular Signage Grant provides funding for business and property owners to install a new perpendicular (blade / projecting) sign on the exterior of the downtown commercial building. |
Awning Grant |
| The Awning Grant provides funding for business and property owners to install an awning on the exterior of the downtown commercial building. |
Patio Installation Grant |
| The Patio Installation Grant provides funding for business and property owners to install or expand an outdoor patio for their guests and visitors to enjoy food and beverage on. The patio may be a sidewalk patio, rooftop patio, or back patio. |
Community Marketing Grant |
| The Community Marketing Grant provides funding for businesses, municipalities, and established or incorporated community groups to collaboratively develop a package itinerary or marketing campaign that stimulates the local downtown economy. |
Agri-Food Innovation Grant |
| The Agri-Food Innovation Grant provides funding for agricultural operators to improve or implement new value-added and innovative technologies, software, and hardware. |
Business Accessibility Adaptability Grant |
| The Business Accessibility Adaptability Grant provides funding for business and property owners to upgrade or renovate the exterior or interior of their commercial building to remove or reduce barriers for people with disabilities. |
Product and Experience Development Grant |
| The Product and Experience Development Grant provides funding for tourism business and property owners of tourism establishments to improve the visitor experience by making upgrades and enhancements to their products, services, and physical location. |
Residential Improvement Grant |
| The Residential Improvement Grant provides funding for business and property owners to upgrade or renovate their mixed-use (commercial-residential) building to add new residential units or increase occupancy in existing units for long-term rental use. |
Streetscape Beautification Grant |
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The Streetscape Beautification Grant provides funding for municipalities and established or incorporated community groups to install or improve streetscape elements in the downtown core that improve the vibrancy of the downtown. |
Community Signage Grant |
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The Community Signage Grant provides funding for municipalities and established or incorporated community groups to install signage that improves visitor experiences in and around the downtown. |
Destination Infrastructure & Active Transportation Grant |
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The Destination Infrastructure & Active Transportation Grant provides funding for municipalities and established or incorporated community groups to install or enhance infrastructure or make capital improvements that improve the quality of core attractions or active transportation features. |
Federal grants
There are a variety of business grants and financing available from the Government of Canada to help your business thrive.
Provincial grants
Various provincial grants and funding opportunities are available to you as a small business owner. Visit Ontario Government Grants to see what grants your business can benefit from.
Municipality of South Bruce Grants
South Bruce Downtown Revitalization Program |
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First impressions are made in seconds! The South Bruce Downtown Revitalization Program looks at improving both exterior and the interior of your business to help your business stand out. This is a matching grant program, which means that the successful applicant pays at least 50% of the improvement cost up to a maximum of $2,500 excluding taxes. View South Bruce Downtown Revitalization Program. |
Building Better Futures Grant |
| CURRENTLY CLOSED - The Municipality of South Bruce wishes to provide financial assistance to local organizations which will have a positive impact on the community. Up to $2,500 in funding directed towards five specific streams: Arts and culture; Sports and Recreation; Social and Health; Environmental and Tourism. Building Better Futures Grant Application and Guidelines. |
Local Business resources
We offer the following business resources to help you foster and grow your business.
Tourism Service Excellence Training |
| Help get your business in the spotlight to attract new and existing customers by registering for the free BGS Tourism Service Excellence Training. This training will provide you the fundamentals of customers service as a frontline tourism staff. |
Coupon County |
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Create your own online coupons using Coupon County to increase your business exposure and gain loyal customers. This website was created as a Tri-County Initiative with Bruce, Grey and Huron Counties and is sponsored by Bruce Power. |
Digital Marketing |
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Bruce County businesses will be able to access up to five hours of free, hands on, virtual assistance from professionals to help develop their online presence. Bruce County is now offering free, professional digital marketing services through Frontline Web Consulting. Frontline will work alongside business owners to understand, support and achieve their digital marketing goals through partnership, insights and creating a compelling digital presence. Services include: Social media; Website development; E-commerce; Content marketing; Branding. Learn more: Digital Marketing Application. |
Digital Transformation Grant 4.0 |
| Digital Transformation Grant 4.0 provides small brick and mortar businesses up to $2,500 in funds for items such as: Digital Marketing; Hiring a consultant/agency/person to execute Digital Marketing initiatives; Website Redesign, Improvement of existing website; Development of new website; Software; Graphic design software; Productivity Software; Social Media Software; Security Software; Digital Training; Ongoing Digital Training courses (in-person & online) and Hardware (maximum $1,000). Learn more: Digital Transformation Grant 4.0 |
Grey Bruce Huron Strong |
| Grey Bruce Huron Strong is a platform organized by Bruce Power that provides support to the community and local businesses. Support includes information on local business operations, business promotions, online courses, and funding assistance. |
Post job opportunities on Municipal website |
| Fill out our job posting form to post your job opportunities on the Municipal website for free. |
Saugeen Connects |
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Starting your business |
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If you’re starting your business, take advantage of our local resources and professional support to start off on the right foot: |
The Hub |
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The Hub provides entrepreneurs with business support within the Huron-Kinloss area. We help with:
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Workshops and events
Learn about workshops and events happening in the area to build valuable skills and learn the latest business insights.
Business Grants and Financing - How Small Business Owners Can Source Business Funding
Bruce County's Webinar Resource Library
shopHERE - Free Ontario Program: How An Online Store Can Boost Your Business
South Bruce Community Business Association (SBCBA)
The South Bruce Community Business Association (SBCBA) is a group of businesses owners representing various business sectors within South Bruce. This association helps keep our business community connected by providing resources, outreach and advocating for our businesses. Visit SBCBA to learn how you can become a member and enjoy the benefits that this group has to offer.
Mildmay Chamber of Commerce
Mildmay Chamber of Commerce is a proud group of local business owners and are dedicated volunteers that take on various projects for the betterment of the Municipality. Learn how you can get involved with the Mildmay Chamber of Commerce to help create a more positive environment for our business community and learn about the business benefits and resources available to you when you become a member.
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