ELNOS Biz Buzz
“Whenever you see a successful business, someone once made a courageous decision.” ― Peter F. Drucker
News & Stuff:
Ontario and New Jersey sign agreement to foster closer ties in economic development this week. To learn more, click here.
Applications for funding to help Elliot Lake businesses grow online closes soon: click the link here to learn more about the opportunity for funding from Canada’s Digital Adoption Program.
Ontario opens massive energy procurement to natural gas in Northern Ontario.
Thessalon is receiving a major development grant to upgrade water and sewage along highway 17, contributing to economic development in the region.
Ontario’s Community Sports and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF) is accepting applications for $200 million in funding to build and revitalize sports and rec facilities.
Greater Sudbury is bidding to host the 2025 55+ games. Should they win, the impact on the economy is estimated to bring in $1.5 million and thousands of visitors. Read more here.
Tourism Growth Program is now accepting applications for FedDev funding in Ontario, with $108 million available over three years.
The Ontario Trillium Foundation has approved funding to rejuvenate the Blind River Community Center.
Northern Ontario Women (NOW) received nearly $1 million in funding from the federal government. Read more here.
Kraft Hockeyville is coming soon! The City of Elliot Lake will be hosting the preseason NHL game on September 29th at the Sudbury Community Arena between the Ottawa Senators and the Pittsburg Penguins. Get the latest updates here.
ELNOS Donation — $25,000 towards the Elliot Lake arena rehabilitation. Read more here.
Ontario First Nation Business Directory: Register your business here!
Business Startup Checklist — There’s a lot to remember when starting your own business, so we’ve made a simple checklist to help you stay on track. Check it out here!
Get your business in the Regional Directory! Email the office with your business name and contact here.
Professional Development & Events:
My Mainstreet: How to Grow A Business
Social Media Marketing Courses
Sault Ste Marie Innovation Centre: Technology & Entrepreneurship Courses
Diversity & Equity Courses - reach out to Contact North T: 855-671-6453 | midnorth@contactnorth.ca
The Founder's Journey - For New and Start-Up Business Owners - Call 1-855-671-6453 or Email midnorth@contactnorth.ca
Business Budgeting For Beginners - Call 1-855-671-6453 or Email midnorth@contactnorth.ca
September 10 - Gezhtoojig: Resume/ Cover Letter Workshop
September 11 - What is Visual Merchandising?
September 11 - Gezhtoojig: Interview skills workshop
September 12 - AI fundamentals for small business
September 13 - Grant Info Session: Starter Company Plus - Female Founders Stream
September 17 - Web Presence 101 - Ensuring Your Foundation Is Set
September 17 - Intro to ChatGPT
September 17 - Gezhtoojig: Interview Skills Workshop
September 17 - How to Sell B2B
September 18 - Getting Started with Intellectual Property (IP): Why is IP Important?
September 18 - Gezhtoojig: Programs and Services Workshop
September 19 - Tiktok for small business
September 19 - WSIB 101: Safe and Suitable Work
September 24 - Social Media for Your Business
September 25 - Insurance for Small Business
September 26 - Service Canada: Overview of Employment Insurance
September 27 - Grant Info Session: Starter Company Plus - Female Founders Stream
October 1 - eCommerce 101: What, why, and how
October 2 - Maximize your Marketing Budget
October 4 - T1 General Small Business Tax Literacy
October 8 - The Importance of Paid Advertising in a Digital Space
October 15 - Optimizing for Search Engines - Understanding SEO Basics
October 23 - Bridges to Better Business 2024
October 24 - Why Financial Ratios Matter: How to Know if You're Turning a Profit
October 29 - Web Presence 101 - Ensuring Your Foundation Is Set
November 1 - T1 General Small Business Tax Literacy
November 5 - Social Media for Your Business
November 7 - Service Canada: Support Measures for Businesses in Labour Adjustment
November 12 - eCommerce 101: What, why, and how
November 13 - Accounting for Non-Profits: Understanding Financial Statements
November 15 - WSIB: Laws & Regulations for Small Businesses
November 21 - Financial Survival for Entrepreneurs
November 26 - Optimizing for Search Engines - Understanding SEO Basics
November 28 - Understanding Financial Statements
December 6 - T1 General Small Business Tax Literacy
December 11 - The Money Side of Business: Tools & Techniques for Managing Your Financials
December 12 - Service Canada: Public Pensions for Disability and Retirement
Contact North is offering a variety of courses. Contact Samantha for more information!
Master Microsoft Excel (9 courses)
Master Microsoft PowerPoint (5 courses)
Master Microsoft Word (5 courses)
Master Microsoft Outlook (4 courses)
Career Essentials In Administrative Assistance by Microsoft and LinkedIn (9 courses)
Getting Started in Finance & Bookkeeping (6 courses)
Develop Your Social Media Marketing Skills (7 courses)
Entrepreneurship Learning Path (8 courses)
Develop Your Strategic Planning Skills (6 courses)
Develop Your Skills as a New Manager (8 courses)
Develop Your Skills to Manage Others Effectively (8 courses)
Advance Your Skills as a Manager (5 courses)
Leading Your Team to Excellence (5 courses)
Develop Conflict Management Skills (6 courses)
LinkedIn Learning Essential Business Communication Skills Professional Certificate (9 courses)
Improve Your Teamwork Skills (8 courses)
LinkedIn Learning DEI Awareness Professional Certificate (9 courses)
Funding:
Canada Digital Adoption Program
Ontario Regional Opportunities Investment Tax Credit
Grow Your Business Online Grant
Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund
2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program
Canada Small Business Financing Program
Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund
Jobs:
The Township of the North Shore is hiring!
Serpent River First Nation is hiring! Click here for job postings
Employment Options - Find local job postings by entering the name of your community
AWIC Job Board - Jobs in Algoma Region