We offer an assortment of free and confidential services to Bruce County entrepreneurs and business owners to ease your path on your new journey. Bruce County is where possible happens – starting here where it’s easy to find.
Consultations
Bruce County offers free one-on-one consultations to help you start or grow your business. In addition to general support for start-up, expansion and succession questions, we can help you with specific topics such as general start-up, expansion, and succession questions, business registrations, business plans, marketing strategies, market research, financials, human resources/staffing, and zoning, permits, regulations, and licenses
To get started, book a free consultation with a business development coordinator:
Jenelle Bannon: Jenelle specializes in supporting businesses at every stage of their journey by providing guidance on business planning and connecting entrepreneurs with essential resources, including information, grants, financing options, and regulatory support. Want to learn more? Book a free consultation today!
Kathryn Bruce: Kathryn supports businesses with hiring, job descriptions, postings, onboarding, and workforce training. She also leads Business to Bruce’s free training sessions and connects businesses with helpful resources. Book a free consultation to learn more!
Lauren Eby: Lauren runs the Spruce the Bruce program, helping businesses, property owners, and community partners with their applications and approvals. She also helps businesses review their marketing strategies and tactics. To learn more, book a free consultation!
Training and Education
Our free seminars and workshops offer entrepreneurs the opportunity to expand their knowledge on numerous topics including:
- Writing a business plan
- Financials and bookkeeping
- Marketing/target market
- Human resources/staffing
- Digital marketing
- Online shopping
- Retail management
- Operations
- General start-up and expansion information
- Succession planning
Visit the training and events tab to register for upcoming seminars, workshops or events.
Grants
The Business to Bruce Team, working under Bruce County’s Economic Development department in partnership with the Province of Ontario, offers multiple no-cost grant opportunities for Bruce County businesses:
- Programs for future entrepreneurs of all skill level
- Summer Company Plus
- Starter Company Plus
- Knowledge on other local grants and loans
To get the business support you need, connect with the Business to Bruce team today.