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🏞️ Why Choose Lanark County? 🏞️
From scenic beauty to vibrant community life, Lanark County offers the perfect balance of business opportunity and lifestyle. Explore why more people are choosing to live, work, and invest here! https://www.investlanarkcounty.ca/
Data Source: Industry 2021, ConnectON

🛍️ Shop Directly from Our Farms! 🛍️
Over 160 farms in Lanark County sell directly to consumers through markets, CSAs, and even home delivery. Buying direct means fresher products and supporting local farmers. Find out where you can shop local today!
Data Source: Industry 2021, ConnectON

🏭 Manufacturing Matters! 🏭
Did you know Lanark County has 169 manufacturing businesses employing over 2,000 people? Our manufacturing sector generated $1.52 billion in receipts last year, driving innovation and creating jobs locally.
Data Source: Industry 2021, ConnectON

🌾 Agriculture in Lanark County! 🌾
With 623 farms and over 154,000 acres of farmland, agriculture is a pillar of our economy. From local markets to direct delivery, our farmers are dedicated to bringing fresh produce right to you. Support local and taste the difference!
Data Source: Industry 2021, ConnectON

Have you grown your food business from a small-batch home recipe to a local favorite? Now, are you ready to take the next big step and scale your business for mass market retailers?

🗓️ Thursday, October 23rd, 2024 from 9:00 am – 10:00 am
🎤 Speaker: Nicole Haney, Business Coaching
🏢 Host: Small Business Advisory Centre Smiths Falls/Lanark County

In this webinar, you’ll learn: ✨ How to adjust your manufacturing processes
✨ Commercializing your product
✨ Implementing food safety protocols
✨ Preparing your business to scale nationally

If you're ready to take your food business to the next level and sell into mass markets, this session is for you!

👉 Register now and get the insights you need to scale successfully:

Scaling Your Food Business - Lanark County You started your food business with a small-batch home recipe. Your customers love it, your business is starting to grow locally, and you’re considering scaling your business and selling to mass market retailers.

Do you have a great product but struggle to get people buying? Join us for a must-attend webinar on how to generate qualified leads and convert them into paying customers!

🗓️ Date: Thursday, October 17th, 2024
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
🎤 Speaker: Nicole Haney, Business Coach, 6-Figure Entrepreneur, and Top 20 Under 40
🏢 Host: Small Business Advisory Centre Smiths Falls/Lanark County

In this session, Nicole will walk you through: ✨ The steps to acquire more customers
✨ Generating qualified leads
✨ Converting leads into sales
✨ Growing your revenue and scaling your business

Take your sales strategy to the next level and learn how to bring in more revenue for your business!

👉 Register today and get ready to increase your sales:

Sales and Lead Generation - Lanark County Getting people to buy from you can seem complicated but it can be simple if you know the right steps to take. In this session, you’ll learn the process for generating qualified leads and converting them into paying customers. Facilitated by Nicole Haney, Business Coach, 6 Figure Entrepreneur, and ...

Need funding to grow your food business? Join us for a valuable webinar on how to secure the capital you need to scale your business!

🗓️ Date: Thursday, October 10th, 2024
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
🎤 Speaker: Nicole Haney, Business Coaching
🏢 Host: Small Business Advisory Centre Smiths Falls/Lanark County

Starting with your own funds is common, but food businesses often require more capital than anticipated. This session will cover: ✨ Various ways to fund your food business (grants, investors, and more)
✨ Benefits and challenges of each funding method
✨ When and where to look for capital
✨ The steps to access funding for your business

Don't miss this opportunity to broaden your understanding of the food funding landscape and take your business to the next level!

👉 Register now and secure the funding you need to grow:

Funding for Your Food Business - Lanark County Most food entrepreneurs start their businesses with their own funds. But food businesses are more capital intensive than many realize and often there comes a time when you need a cash infusion into your business so you can scale.

Stay up to date with the latest Employment Standards you need to know to ensure your business is compliant!

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
🎤 Speaker: Jason Bouchard, Regional Program Coordinator for the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
🏢 Host: Small Business Advisory Centre Smiths Falls/Lanark County

Join us for a detailed overview of the Employment Standards Act, 2000, including:

Minimum wage
Termination of employment
Hours of work limits
Leaves of absence
Vacation and public holidays
And much more!
Learn about the responsibilities of an employer and the role of an Employment Standards Officer during an investigation or inspection.

👉 Register today and ensure your business stays compliant:

Employment Standards Act - Lanark County Speaker: Jason Bouchard, Regional Program Coordinator for the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, Employment Standards Program

Want to turn potential customers into raving fans? Learn how to craft a value proposition that clearly shows why your product or service is exactly what they need!

🗓️ Date: Thursday, October 3rd, 2024
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
🎤 Speaker: Nicole Haney, Business Coaching
🏢 Host: Small Business Advisory Centre Smiths Falls/Lanark County

In this webinar, you'll learn how to: ✨ Define your ideal customer
✨ Uncover the problem your product or service solves
✨ Redefine what you offer as the solution

By the end, you’ll walk away with a powerful value proposition to use in all your marketing and sales efforts!

👉 Register now and start building a loyal customer base: https://www.investlanarkcounty.ca/event/customer-persona-and-value-proposition/

🏌️‍♂️ Get Ready for the 2024 Carleton Place & District Chamber Golf Classic! 🏌️‍♀️

Mark your calendars for Friday, September 13th, and join us for the 17th Annual Chamber Golf Classic at the beautiful Mississippi Golf Club in Almonte! This is your chance to enjoy a fantastic day of golf, networking, and relationship-building with your business peers.

📅 Date: Friday, September 13th, 2024
⏰ Time: Registration and lunch begin at noon, with a shotgun start at 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Mississippi Golf Club, 341 Wilson Street, Almonte, ON K0A 1A0
💲 Cost:

Individual Player: $160 (includes 18 Holes with Cart, Lunch, and Dinner)
Team of 4: $640
Whether you're bringing colleagues, friends, or clients, this event is the perfect opportunity to support the Carleton Place & District Chamber, showcase your business, and connect with like-minded community leaders.

🌟 Sponsorship Opportunities:
Elevate your brand by sponsoring this popular annual event! We offer a variety of cost-effective sponsorship options that allow you to attach your corporate identity to the Golf Classic. You can also contribute to our silent auction or raffle prizes for added exposure in our online auction and across our social media channels. Have a custom sponsorship idea in mind? Let's chat about how we can make it happen!

📧 Register Today:
Email us at [email protected] to secure your spot or to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.

📞 Need More Information?
Call us at 613-257-1976—we're here to help!

Don't miss out on this amazing day of fun and networking. We can't wait to see you on the course! 🏆⛳

🌟Rethinking Experience Development in Canada’s Destinations! WEBINAR🌟

As global travel trends shift and climate conditions change, local communities across Canada are exploring sustainable ways to attract the right guests. Discover how destinations, organizations, and individuals are creating unique, storytelling-based experiences that breathe new life into rural areas.

🎙️ Host: Celes Davar (Earth Rhythms, Nova Scotia)
👥 Panelists: Lourdes Still (Masagana Flower Farm, Manitoba) & David Schonberger (Ottercreek Woodworks, Ontario)

💡 Topics Covered:
-What is experiential tourism, and why does it matter?
-How can we make experiential tourism regenerative in practice?
-Ways to involve non-traditional community partners.
-Innovative Canadian experiences that are driving new revenues, attracting diverse visitors, and exemplifying excellence in hosting, storytelling, and a sense of place.
This webinar features a keynote address, case studies, a panel discussion, and interactive Q&A sessions, offering you insights and practical advice on developing and enhancing visitor experiences in your community.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from award-winning Canadian Experience Hosts and explore the future of tourism in Canada.

📅 Save the Date and Register Now!
https://www.investlanarkcounty.ca/event/rethinking-experience-development-in-canadas-destinations/

🚨 Attention Lanark County! 🚨

Don't miss out on Perth’s Working at Heights-Refresher re-certification hosted by CES Perth! This essential half-day training ensures you stay compliant with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), which mandates re-certification every three years for anyone at risk of falling from heights of three meters or more.

🗓️ Date: August 28th
📍 Location: CES Boardroom, 40 Sunset Boulevard, Perth
💰 Cost: $125 + HST ($141.25)
🎓 Instructor: Hannah Health & Safety Training

This certified instructor-led course offers hands-on practice in a supervised environment. Whether you're a job seeker, member of the public, or an employer looking to train your team, this session is open to you!

Seating is limited—pre-registration and payment in advance are required. Please bring photo ID and proof of successful completion of an approved Working at Heights program (original wallet card).

📞 To Register:
Call CES at 613-267-1381 ext. 0 or fill out the form below, selecting “August 28 Working at Heights-Refresher re-certification.” Due to the cost of this training, CES will follow up with you regarding registration.

Secure your spot today and stay safe on the job!