Are you looking to pivot your business operations as a result of the pandemic? If so, may be the new COVID-19 Business Development Fund may be of assistance.

 Elgin County Economic Development and Tourism, with the Elgin/St. Thomas Small Business Enterprise Centre, the St. Thomas Downtown Development Board and the St. Thomas Economic Development Corporation are excited to announce a new fund that will support businesses as they look to succeed in new ways as they continue to deal with this pandemic and the recovery to follow.

 The intent is for this funding process to be as efficient as possible, with short turnaround times and quick answers so that interested companies may quickly make changes and allow them to generate revenue; and, in some cases, retain or hire employees. The COVID-19 Business Development Fund will provide businesses access up to $2,000 each and will focus on activities and strategies that will encourage success in these difficult times.

 Applications will be accepted beginning May 1, 2020 at smallbiz@stthomas.ca. To find out more information please see the Elgin/St Thomas Small Business Enterprise Center Website, and to apply fill out their application form.

For questions: please contact the Elgin/St. Thomas Small Business Enterprise Centre and connect with Tara at smallbiz@stthomas.ca  or 226.377.0064