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Small Food Processing Success: How It Depends On The Resources Of Your Location

Lindsey

Starting a small food processing venture is a big commitment. You’re investing time and energy, not to mention money. Taking the time to research potential locations before making a commitment will give you the confidence you need to move forward with your business plan, reassured that the location you choose has the resources for both the business support you need and the rural lifestyle you want.

Location Strategy for Advanced Manufacturing Site Selection

Lindsey

You know that local resources and business support are pivotal to advanced manufacturing site selection.

You need resources at your fingertips, and capable, knowledgeable people nearby. Local government support and financial incentives will help you get ahead. We get it. So much so, we pulled together our own list of what you’re looking for in a location.

 

Why Small Scale Business Owners Love Lennox and Addington County

Lindsey

Why Lennox & Addington is a Great Choice

Economic Development Offices work within communities to help entrepreneurs find there sources and tools they need to be successful. Staff from the Lennox & Addington County Economic Development office can liaise with all 3 levels of government and help initiate partnerships with colleges, universities and other businesses in the region.

Focused efforts of the Economic Development Office to promote their region and the businesses within it, result in the following community benefits for local residents.

Services for Employers Webinar Offered by Service Canada

Rob Plumley

Service Canada wants to help employers to access information regarding federal services and programs.

They will be presenting a free Service Canada webinar on Thursday, November 30th 2017 that will discuss services for employers. They provide the presentations via WebEx technology, with the audio portion provided via telephone.

Instagram For Business Workshop is on November 10th

Rob Plumley

The Tech Coach Program is hosting a series of workshops for businesses located in Lennox & Addington & Frontenac County.

In this workshop, learn best practices on how to promote your business through Instagram. In this 1 hour workshop, you'll learn about posting, stories, liking, following, and hashtags, and we'll review how to best position your business and brand on Instagram using this free platform. 

Major Expansion Brings New Services to L&A County Manufacturer

Rob Plumley

Already an in-demand custom metal fabrication business, Odessa-based Willis Manufacturing has added a second facility and new services to help the company develop, enhance and diversify its burgeoning Eastern Ontario customer base.

Low-Cost Real Estate in Central Location to Multiple Markets

Lindsey

Big City Amenities, Small Town Feel

Why L&A County is a Great Choice for Your Craft Brewery or Winery

Lindsey

Starting a brewery or winery in Ontario is an exciting challenge. You want to thoroughly research the area you are considering to be sure it will give your business the best possible chance to succeed. 

Deep in the heart of Ontario, Canada’s largest beer market and a significant and expanding wine region, is the low competition, mostly untapped market of Lennox & Addington County. Close to major population centres, this amazing Food and Beverage Region is frequented by both residents and tourists year round.

Topsy Farms featured on Discovery Channel's 'Tougher than it Looks?'

Rob Plumley

Is shearing sheep "tougher than it looks?" The Discovery Channel Series ‘Tougher than it Looks?’ found out while filming an episode at Topsy Farms, a popular family-owned sheep farm located on Amherst Island, Ontario.

Start a Business in L&A County to Enjoy a Rural Lifestyle

Lindsey

A Breath of Fresh Air

Imagine a place, right outside your office door, that is not only beautiful to look at, but provides a playground of opportunities to have fun, test your endurance, and live an active, rural lifestyle.