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Tariff Resources for Local Businesses

The Town of Shelburne Economic Development is dedicated to offering comprehensive resources and unwavering support for our local businesses as they navigate the complexities of this evolving situation. We are committed to empowering our business community with the tools and information, needed to adapt and thrive in these challenging times.

Sourcing products and services from local businesses is even more important now. These resources provide information about where to shop in Shelburne, Dufferin County, and in Canada.

Dufferin County Resources:

Made in Canada resources:

  • What Trump Means: Economic Development, Canada and the 47th President of the USA
Workshop: What Trump Means: Economic Development, Canada and the 47th President of the USA

This seminar will explore critical workforce challenges in Canada and their implications for economic development and investment attraction. Additionally, Brock will discuss the potential economic impacts of a Trump presidency on Canada, including trade policies, tariffs, and broader shifts in the global economy.

Date: March 5, 2025
Time: 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Edelbrock Centre (in-person) and Online

Register for the seminar What Trump Means: Economic Development, Canada and the 47th President of the USA

  • RBC Economic Podcast: The 10-Minute Take 

Macroeconomics for everybody! The 10-Minute Take podcast from RBC Economics will explain (in simple terms) what the latest economic data means and why you should care. It’s everything you wanted to know but were too shy to ask — in less than 10 minutes.

Visit RBC Economic Podcast: The 10-Minute Take 

  • Five things we learned this week about U.S.-Canada trade

RBC Economics
February 6, 2025

Read: Five things we learned this week about U.S.-Canada trade 

  • A U.S.-Canada trade shock now in play: First economic takeaways

By Frances Donald and Nathan Janzen
Published February 3, 2025 | 6 min read

Canada has been hit with its largest trade shock in nearly 100 years. RBC Economics now finds itself balancing the desire to produce a clear analysis with the recognition that the evolution of trade policies, and policymakers’ responses to them, still remains highly uncertain.

Read: A U.S.-Canada trade shock now in play: First economic takeaways 

  • A playbook for how to measure a tariff shock in Canada

By Frances Donald and Nathan Janzen
Published January 23, 2025 | 9 min read

U.S. President Donald Trump has taken office, and understandably, there is growing concern about what threatened American tariffs could mean for the Canadian economy.

Read: A playbook for how to measure a tariff shock in Canada

Opening a Business in Shelburne?

We are a growing community located near major markets in Ontario. If you are interested in starting or expanding your business, you can contact the Town of Shelburne Economic Development by email.

Property Listings

Search property listings in Shelburne to find land and buildings suitable for your new or expanding business. Listings include properties for sale or lease in our community. 

Contact us for more information about doing business in Shelburne.

Homegrown Supports

#Support-The-Burne

#Support-The-Burne is an award-winning marketing program (2020 Economic Development of Canada Marketing Award). The program was developed by Shelburne Economic Development, to support our local businesses during the height of the COVID pandemic. The program is designed to encourage residents to invest locally, and increase our local businesses visibility, build connections, and increase prosperity.

Shelburne Economic Development along with our partner Country105 FM and the Towns social media assets (Facebook, Instagram, twitter, Town website and digital billboards), collaborated with local businesses to develop marketing materials which are promoted throughout the Town, at no costs to local businesses.

Business workshops

We host a series of workshops and networking events throughout the year. Check our business events calendar or subscribe to the Shelburne Economic Development Newsletter to receive a monthly edition with information about current Economic Development news, events and programs.

Community engagement

FYI Shelburne Economic Development Newsletter is a monthly e-newsletter, with links to relevant information about current Economic Development news, events and programs.

Do you want up to date news about Shelburne Economic Development? 

In The Spotlight

In the Spotlight is a monthly article, in the FYI Newsletter, profiling a small business (fewer than 100 employees) registered with the Town Shelburne. The business can be any type of business, in any industry.

In-the-spotlight provides recognition and appreciation of local businesses. The articles will inspire and showcase registered Shelburne-owned and operated small businesses (fewer than 100 employees). 

Signing up is easy and free. Simply fill out the online form and upload any applicable photos and or documents.

Q&A

Businesses located in Shelburne Ontario, who are licenced and registered with the Town of Shelburne. 

Business must obtain a license and be registered with the Town Shelburne - Business Licence Registration

Space is limited, we cannot guarantee an article for all interested parties.

These avenues include, but are not limited to:

  • Shelburne social media (Facebook, X and Instagram)
  • Shelburne website
  • FYI e-Newsletter
  • Electronic Billboards

The In-the-Spotlight news articles will feature 12 different businesses per year, (one for each monthly edition of the FYI e-Newsletter) on a first come first serve basis.

The Shelburne's Economic Development department will draft an article using the information, photos and logo provided. A proof will be emailed to the business to check over prior to being used.
Businesses also have the option to draft their own article.

Signing up is easy and free. Simply fill out the online form and upload any applicable photos and or documents. If there are any question Shelburne Economic Development will contact you, to double-check the details or information provided.

Have Your Say Shelburne is an online tool where you can find out about Town projects and share your ideas and opinions. This is part of the Towns commitment to proactively bring people together, to collectively shape our community and strengthen the place we call home.

Partner Supports

Through our partners we offer a variety of supports for new and growing businesses.

Community Futures South Georgian Bay is a one-stop business resource for new and expanding businesses that offers business loans up to $250,000, a coaching/mentoring program, business counselling, and support for community economic development.

The DBOT is a membership organization that champions a robust voice for the business community in Dufferin County.

Dufferin County administers a wide array of services to its residents and businesses. 

Dufferin County Canadian Black Association (DCCBA) aims to provide leadership for the continued development and enhancement of the Black community through civic engagement, education, programs and services, and advocate for equity and well-being for the Black community in Dufferin County.

Futurpreneur has fostered the entrepreneurial passions of Canada’s diverse startup founders ages 18-40 since 1996. Futurpreneur is the only national non-profit organization that provides young aspiring entrepreneurs across Canada with the loan financing, mentorship and resources they need to start or buy a business.

Georgian College's Career and Employment Community Services offer employers a variety of resources to help you find talented Career candidates. This includes, free Career postings, candidate screening and placement and financial incentives to offset the cost of training.

Innovation Guelph is building prosperity for community wellbeing by providing mentorship and business support services that help innovative ventures of all sizes start, grow and thrive.

The Shelburne BIA promotes businesses and supports improvement projects in downtown Shelburne. The host events, conduct advertising programs and promote the area as a pleasant place to shop, work and live. 

The Small Business Enterprise Centre provides guidance and support to start-ups and small businesses in their first years of operation. They provide consultations, financial advice, registration assistance, business seminars and networking opportunities.

Employer Resource Corner a one-stop website to help employers find local Recruitment and Retention resources. Resources are available for Dufferin County, Waterloo Region, Guelph & Wellington County

Government Resources

Canada Business is a Government of Canada business resource site with a wide range of information on government services, programs and regulations.

The CRA administers taxes, benefits, and related programs.

Innovation Canada's online service helps businesses find available supports and funding for their specific needs.

OMAFRA offers resources and programs to support the province's agriculture and food sectors and rural communities.

Business Workplace and Economy: Information for entrepreneurs who want to start and run a business in Ontario. Learn how to register your business, apply for funding and tax credits, and get free, personalized help to start your business.

Business Development and Financing

BDC supports small and medium-sized businesses in all industries and at every stage of growth with money and advice.

FedDev Ontario helps southern Ontario communities and businesses diversify and strengthen their local economies by helping them to become more competitive, innovative and productive.

Futurepreneur Canada has been fueling the entrepreneurial passions of Canada’s young enterprise for two decades. We are the only national, non-profit organization that provides financing, mentoring and support tools to aspiring business owners aged 18-39.

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