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Economic Development Week 2018
Economic Development is at the heart of every great community. Economic developers have a common objective: building stronger, more resilient, inclusive economies. We are here for you- so we can build a stronger community together. To commemorate Economic Development Week, May 7-11 2018, we are proud to share this video developed by our partn
Food Protection & Assurance Funding Program
Canadian Agricultural Partnership – Protection and Assurance Cost-Share Funding Intake - Until May 8
Producers, processors and other agri-businesses can apply for funding under the Protection and Assurance Program until May 8, 5pm.
Apply Now! Premier's Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence
The Premier's Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence program supports and recognizes the dedication, hard work and innovation of local agri-food businesses and individuals who are adding value to existing products, helping create jobs and contributing to economic growth. This annual program recognizes outstanding agri-food related innovators
Employment Halton Job Fair
The event is open to the public – come with a friend! Admission and parking are free. Come prepared, dress for success and bring copies of your resumé.
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Tuesday, April 17, 2018
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10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Recent Reports to Council
The March 19, 2018 Community and Corporate Affairs Committee agenda included three comprehensive reports from the Economic Development, Innovation and Culture Section:
Halton Opens Global Business Centre
Halton Region officially opened the Halton Global Business Centre (GBC) at a launch event attended by industry partners including Halton Hills Economic Development staff on March 1.
The GBC offers new and unique services and programs including:
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export counseling;
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market entry support;
ISPA Receives CIP Landscape Grant
ISPA Store Fixtures recently received a Landscape Improvement Grant from the Town’s Community Improvement Program (CIP).
Lucy Maud Montgomery Heritage Society
The Lucy Maud Montgomery Heritage Society, which meets monthly in Norval to promote the wonderful history and writings of renowned Canadian author LM Montgomery ("Anne of Green Gables") is excited to share the announcement that Historica Canada has just released a new vignette - well timed for International Women's Day - focused on her life and
CIP Grant for A Touch of Class
A Touch of Class Flooring, Kitchen and Bath Inc., located at 28 Main St. North in Acton, was presented with a Community Improvement Program (CIP) grant for façade improvements recently completed. Read the full story here.
QRC Logistics Opens in Premier Gateway
QRC Logistics, a company with a 40 year history of innovation in the transportation industry, celebrated the opening of their new building in December. See full story here.