Business Resources

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Whether you are a budding entrepreneur or an industry leader, our office has access to a number of services and resources to assist you.

COVID-19 Survey & Resources For Businesses

Survey: Measuring the impacts of COVID-19 on Business in Perth County

In an effort to monitor the progression of COVID-19 on local businesses, Perth County Economic Development and Tourism and investStratford are seeking your assistance in providing the high level reporting so that we can advocate on your behalf with all levels of government.

Your front-line observations and input are valuable and we appreciate your time in completing this survey.

Click the button above, or follow this link: www.surveymonkey.com/r/BC82JT2

As we continue to monitor the COVID-19 Pandemic below are some business resources that have been created. Please share these with your networks to help ensure that your businesses are prepared to manage through this challenging time. We will update these resources as they become available.

If you have additional resources to share, please email ecdev@perthcounty.ca

General Resources

Province of Ontario - Newsroom (Daily Updates)
Province of Ontario - List of Essential Workplaces
Next Generation Manufacturing Canada - NGen Funding Program
Ministry of Health - COVID-19 Guidance for Food Premises
The Small Business Centre - Emergency Care Benefit and Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers
Canadian Chamber of Commerce - Preparedness Website & Pandemic Preparedness Guide
Federation of Canadian Municipalities - COVID-19 Resources for Municipalities
Ontario Chamber of Commerce - Pandemic Preparedness Toolkit
Workplace Safety & Prevention Services - Pandemic Preparedness Toolkit
Retail Council of Canada - Resources for Retailers
Canadian Agriculture Human Resource Council - Information and Tips
World Health Organization - Resources for Businesses and Employees
Conference Board of Canada - Updates & Resources
Partners In Employment - How to Apply For EI Online

Government of Canada Resources

Local Resources

Perth CFDC (Community Futures Development Corporation) offers quick loans to businesses of up to $20,000. Contact them today for more information: 519-814-7570 or admin@perthcfdc.ca

Stratford-Perth Centre for Business provides one-one mentorship for entrepreneurs via telephone or online.

Local Business Resources

Stratford Perth Centre for Business offers business advisory services, training, networking opportunities and assistance with funding applications.

Perth Community Futures (CF) provides business support through customized loan programs.

Employment Resources

Conestoga Career Centre provides job search assistance, career advice, job postings and education and training information to the public.

Partners in Employment works with job seekers and employers to match talents and skills to employers recruitment needs.

Newcomer Settlement Huron-Perth Resources

The Newcomer Settlement Huron Perth group is a collaborative network formed to identify needs, raise awareness, and collaborate on inclusive solutions to ease the newcomer’s journey to valued community member.

For information and links to local resources, click here or the image below to view the information brochure.

Local Business Associations

North Perth Chamber of Commerce

Stratford & District Chamber of Commerce

Listowel Business Improvement Area (BIA)

Mitchell Business Improvement Area (BIA)

Milverton Business Association

Millbank & Area Business Association

Other Resources

Looking for something else? We're here to help your business grow and succeed!

Contact the Economic Development and Tourism Office if you are looking for other resources.