A Big 2024 Awaits!

It's been a mild winter so far, but we're excited about what the new year has in store. We wouldn't mind a little extra snow to keep the slopes running, but the warm temperatures are just around the corner as well as exciting opportunities to get involved with the community and exciting events coming up.

Highlights: 

  • Circular Economy Workshop
  • International Women's Day
  • Celebrate Your Business
  • Canva Workshop
  • Upcoming Events & Training Opportunities

We trust you’ll find the resources and information provided valuable. As always, you can reach out to us at any time with your comments, concerns or questions regarding the Town. Connect with the team and email us using the link located at the bottom of the e-newsletter.

Sincerely,

Your Economic Development Team

Tim Hendry, Manager of Communications & Economic Development

Allan Gibbons, Communications & Economic Development Coordinator

Circular Economy Workshop

On March 5, 2024, the Town of The Blue Mountains will be hosting a Circular Economy Workshop in Council Chambers from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. To register for this event, please go to: https://www.thebluemountains.ca/town-hall/public-engagement/participate-meeting/meeting-registration

If you operate a business or other waste-producing organization in The Blue Mountains, we especially hope to hear from you to as this project aims to identify opportunities to reduce and divert waste, collaborate on waste management solutions, and support economic and environmental sustainability.

For more information about the workshop and its purpose, please go to: www.thebluemountains.ca/circular-economy

Celebrate International Women's Day!

The Town of The Blue Mountains is once again excited to partner with The Blue Moutains Chamber of Commerce for an International Women's Day Event. Join us at the Blue Mountain Village Conference Centre on Monday, March 4,  from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for an inspiring evening exploring ways we can work together to champion the voices of women, and of other traditionally under-represented groups.

The evening will highlight inclusion and diversity with thought-provoking speakers, an in-depth panel discussion including local business and community leaders, breakout sessions and networking opportunities. The evening will also include a Night Market, featuring local vendors and community groups.

Get Your Tickets

Celebrate Your Business

Do you have a major milestone coming up? Have you changed things up and want to celebrate with a grand reopening?

We'd love to join you! Let us know if you have a special anniversary on the horizon or something else worth celebrating. We'll bring the Mayor and our big blue scissors for a special ribbon cutting ceremony. 

Fill out the form on our website to request the Mayor's Attendance.

Celebrate With Us

Local Support & Program Opportunities

CANVA FOR SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOP:

Canva is a free design tool that is being continually upgraded with new easy-to-use features. Save time and money as you learn how to use what this amazing design app has to offer. In this workshop, you'll learn the basics of using Canva to create designs that represent your brand and communicate your message effectively. Beginners are welcome.

Facilitated by Emily Baillie. Emily is a digital marketing & AI consultant, trainer, speaker and professor. With over 15 years of experience in the marketing industry, she has worked with large and small brands across various sectors.

This event is presented by the Town of The Blue Mountains and the South Georgian Bay Small Business Enterprise Centre.

Register Online

TIAO TOURISM WORKFORCE & SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM:
TIAO’s Tourism Workforce Sustainability Program aims to expand and diversify Ontario’s tourism workforce while helping employers retain employees for the long-term sustainability of their businesses and the industry. 

This program runs until March 31, 2024.

Learn more: https://www.tiaontario.ca/cpages/twsp-1

Connect with Our Team

We're available to assist with any questions you may have regarding your business development and operations. We're also always seeking new ideas and feedback for our newsletter and economic development initiatives.

Have a question or an idea?
Connect with us by email or call (519) 599-3131 ext. 269.

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