Local Business and Economic Development News

July 2020 Labour Market Update

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

July Unemployment Rate: Brantford 10.6% [-] Ontario 11.3% [-] Canada 10.9% [-]

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

Feature Development: 79 Easton Road

41,057 sf Warehouse with Cooler/Freezer Space

$9.95/SF Gross (excludes utilities)

Overview

Clean warehouse space made up of 13,831 SF of freezer space, 13,806 SF of cooler space and 11,541 SF of refrigerated dock space. 11,541 SF at 16’ clear & 27,643 SF at 39’ clear with dock level shipping doors....

SkillsAdvance Ontario Pilot Supports Workforce Development

About the Program

The SkillsAdvance Ontario (SAO) pilot project is intended to support workforce development in identified key growth sectors.

It funds partnerships that connect employers with the employment and training services required to recruit and advance workers with the right essential, technical,...

Southwestern Ontario Development Fund Application Intakes Announced

Program Overview

The Province of Ontario has announced the next intake periods for applications to the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF). The fund provides support for projects and investments to businesses, municipalities and not-for-profit organizations for economic development in southwestern...

New Local Job Board Features Hundreds of Jobs in Brantford

Grand Erie Jobs is a new job board featuring hundreds of local jobs and a growing list of career development resources.  Now, Brantford job seekers have a powerful new tool to search for local jobs, making it easier for businesses to attract local workers.

This exciting resource typically lists...

FedDev Ontario Invests $4M to Support Women-led Businesses Through COVID-19

The Government of Canada invests $4 million to support over 700 women-led businesses across southern Ontario.

Women-led businesses often face unique challenges, which have been amplified by the impacts of COVID-19 on our economy. As the economy reopens, these businesses need support to adapt their operations...

June 2020 Construction Numbers

Brantford’s construction activity remains strong

Today, the City released its June 2020 Report on Construction Activity demonstrating a construction value of $7.703 million for 139 issued permits. Increases were seen in the Commercial and Institutional and Government sectors.

The largest increase occurred...

Brantford Remains a Top Canadian City in which to Buy Real Estate

According to MoneySense magazine, Brantford remains one of the best cities to buy real estate in Canada.

Brantford has long been recognized as an outstanding community for both families and businesses to put down roots. The transformation of Brantford’s downtown, growing residential and commercial developments,...

Province Hosts Fall 2020 Virtual Events about Trade with India

The Province of Ontario is organizing two online events around investment and business opportunities in India.

ExportON!: Opportunities in India's Healthcare Sector

Online (8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. EST)
September 10, 2020

Ontario remains committed to creating opportunities for our business community...

June 2020 Labour Market Update

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

June Unemployment Rate: Brantford 12.6% [+] Ontario 12.2% [-] Canada 12.3% [-]

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