As of February 10th, 2021, all operating businesses must have the following signage at all entrances to the premises of the business or organization in a conspicuous location visible to the public that inform individuals on how to screen themselves for COVID-19 prior to entering the premises:COVID_19_bus_orgs_question_signage.pdf
Business Resources
COVID 19
The County of Simcoe Economic Development Office is working with partners to update COVID-19 business resources. Do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or suggestions on how we can support your business. Contact us at edo@simcoe.ca
Visit the County of Simcoe and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit for local updates
NEW UPDATES
- New Red Tape Reduction Act (February 22, 2202)
- Multi-Sectoral Technical Briefing for Easing of Public Health Measures (Materials – February 16, 2022)
- New Agriculture Wage Subsidy for Youth (runs until March 2022)
- Ontario Expands Relief for Tourism Sector (February 16, 2022)
- Ontario Moving to Next Phase of Reopening on February 17 (Feb 14, 2022)
- Applications now open for Small Business Relief Grant program (Feb 9, 2022)
- EDC has made its temporary pandemic investment matching program permanent (Feb 8, 2022)
- Ontario Outlines Steps to Cautiously and Gradually Ease Public Health Measures (January 20, 2022)
- Applications Now Open for Ontario Business Costs Rebate Program (January 18, 2022)
- Ontario Cuts Electricity Rates to Help Workers, Families and Small Businesses (January 18, 2022)
- Ontario Launches Program to Support Advanced Manufacturers Across Province (January 17, 2022)
- Technical Briefing – New Supports for Small Businesses, Workers and Families Presentation Slides (January 10, 2022)
- Ontario COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant – a grant of $10,000 to eligible small businesses required to close under modified Step 2 of the Roadmap to Reopen
- Canada Summer Jobs Program – Apply for summer staff before January 25th
- Ontario Temporarily Moving to Modified Step Two of the Roadmap to Reopen (January 3, 2021)
- Government Temporarily Expands Access to Lockdown Program and Worker Lockdown Benefit (December 22, 2021)
- Ontario Launches New Supports for Businesses (December 22, 2021)
- Ontario Further Strengthening Response to Omicron (December 17, 2021)
- Ontario Taking Action to Protect Against Omicron Variant (December 10, 2021)
- Ontario Extending COVID-19 Paid Sick Days (until July 31, 2022)
- Increasing Deadstock Capacity for Agricultural Sector (November 18, 2021)
- New Investments in Mental Health Services for Farm Families (November 22, 2021)
- Ontario Expanding Second Career Program Funding (November 22, 2021)
- Ontario Expanding to Women’s Future Program (November 18, 2021)
- Ontario Investing to Improve Meat Processing Capacity (November 12, 2021)
- Verify Ontario App (October 15, 2021)
- Ontario Releases Guidance to Support of Vaccination Policy
Personal Protective Equipment Supplies
Below is a list of area manufacturers that have pivoted to produce personal protective equipment along with Provincial suppliers and resources. If you would like to be added to this listing, please contact us at edo@simcoe.ca
Business Impact Survey and Resources
In an effort to monitor the progression of COVID-19 on local businesses, the County of Simcoe, in partnership with our member municipalities, the Cities of Orillia and Barrie, and regional partners are conducting a survey to determine how we can best support your business and advocate to various levels of government. Your input is valuable and will help guide us during this challenging time. To access the survey, click here.
Virtual Learning and Resources
Ask questions and learn from the experts on important topics like Health and Safety, HR, Accounting, Marketing, Business Planning, Restructuring and Mental Health. Ask an Expert is organized by the County of Simcoe, regional Small Business Enterprise Centres, and regional Community Futures Development Corporations. More information about Ask the Expert Series, including recordings of previous sessions can be found here.
Government Resources, Funding and Sector Supports
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Help Combat COVID-19
The County of Simcoe, Ontario and Canada are calling to businesses that can make or supply healthcare products products and innovative solutions