Local Business and Economic Development News

December 2021 Labour Market Update

The latest Statistics Canada local labour market report customized for the Brantford CMA for last month is now available.

December Unemployment Rate: Brantford 7.2% [-] Ontario 6.0% [-] Canada 5.9% [-]

Be sure to review the participation rate and the employment rate (reported as percentages), as well...

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Funding available to support post-pandemic recovery and growth

Are you a business or organization in need of support?

The Government of Canada is investing over $2 billion to support inclusive growth and the recovery of the hardest hit sectors. This support, delivered by Canada’s regional development agencies (RDAs) including FedDev Ontario, consists of programs...

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November 2021 Labour Market Update

The latest Statistics Canada local labour market report customized for the Brantford CMA for last month is now available.

November Unemployment Rate: Brantford 7.6% [+] Ontario 6.4% [-] Canada 6.0% [-]

Be sure to review the participation rate and the employment rate (reported as percentages), as well...

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Piller's Fine Foods is Hiring

Piller's Fine Foods is in the business of crafting high quality, specialty foods for families to enjoy. They are passionate about their award-winning deli and meat products, found in grocery and restaurant chains across North America. They are equally as passionate about helping families and communities...

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Tourism Visitor Centre relocates to Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre

Tourism Brantford’s Visitor Services will relocate to the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre at 254 North Park Street starting Monday, December 6, 2021. The new, accessible Tourism Information desk is adjacent to the arena information desk inside the main entrance of Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre and will welcome...

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October 2021 Labour Market Update

The latest Statistics Canada local labour market report customized for the Brantford CMA for last month is now available.

October Unemployment Rate: Brantford 7.2% [+] Ontario 7.0% [-] Canada 6.7% [-]

Be sure to review the participation rate and the employment rate (reported as percentages), as well...

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New Chamber of Commerce Program Highlights Local Businesses

The Chamber of Commerce Brantford-Brant is proud to announce their #ShopLocalBrantfordBrant campaign! Over the next few months, the Chamber will be celebrating all the local businesses that “make it happen” in our community.

This program is a series of initiatives encouraging the people of #BrantfordBrant...

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Next SWODF Funding Opportunity Helps Businesses Expand and Invest in Jobs

How it works

The Southwestern Ontario Development Fund provides support for projects and investments to businesses, municipalities and not-for-profit organizations for economic development in southwestern Ontario.

SWODF is a fund designed to help businesses create new jobs, and invest in new technologies,...

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Feature Development: 84 Market Street

PROPERTY OVERVIEW

BUILT - 1952 | ARCHITECT - Leslie H. Kemp

• Historical 3 storey office building with strong presence
• 17,577 Sf - 5,559 Sf / floor with additional large finished lower level
• Elevator access to all 4 levels
• Recently occupied with well-maintained HVAC & mechanical systems
• Adaptable floor plan...

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BDC Report on Labour Shortage Strategies for Businesses

Hiring Difficulties Are Not Going Away

Labour shortage is not a new phenomenon in Canada. But as the economy recovers and the job market bounces back, the pressure on employers is intensifying.

55% of Canadian entrepreneurs are struggling to hire the workers they need, which leaves them with no choice...

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