Thinking about opening a business in Arran-Elderslie? Looking for support for your current business? Thinking about an expansion? This page has resources that can help you.
The Economic Development department is available to answer questions regarding opening or owning a business in Arran-Elderslie. If you have a question, contact the Community Development Coordinator.
Business Resources
Spruce the Bruce |
Bruce County's Spruce the Bruce program provides grant opportunities to business owners and organizations. Spruce the Bruce grants are available to businesses within the Paisley Community Improvement Plan. |
Business to Bruce |
Bruce County's Business to Bruce program offers assistance with starting a business, training, seminars, workshops and grant opportunities. |
Saugeen Economic Development Corporation |
Saugeen Economic Development Corporation is a Community Futures Development Corporation that offers a variety of services for business in their catchment area, including Arran-Elderslie. They offer small business loans, the Hawks' Nest Business Competition, training opportunities, business advisory services and publish the Saugeen Economy Newsletter. |
Chesley Chamber of Commerce |
The Chesley Chamber of Commerce is the business association in Chesley that coordinates business and community events, collaborative marketing efforts and advocates for issues affecting the business community. President: Peter Knipfel Email: chesleychamber@outlook.com |
Paisley Chamber of Commerce |
The Paisley Chamber of Commerce is an organization of local business owners and community volunteers who provide a voice for business owners in the community. They host monthly public meetings. President: Jen Christie Email: info@paisleyvillage.ca |
VPI Working Solutions |
VPI Working Solutions offers a variety of services for those searching for jobs and businesses looking for employees. They offer a variety of employment programs and grants, career events, training and information sessions. Their office is in Walkerton and they visit locations in Arran-Elderslie monthly. To make an appointment, visit their website. |
RTO7 |
Regional Tourism Organization 7 works to build, sustain and grow tourism in Bryce, Grey and Simcoe. They offer resources and grants to tourism focused businesses and organizations.. |
Business Newsletter
Sign up for our Business in Arran-Elderslie newsletter by contacting the Community Development Coordinator. This newsletter provides information regarding grants, organization and community meetings, training opportunities and much more.