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Client Engagement Lead

Ishan Angra is the client engagement lead for the research and strategy firm Collective Results. With a background in education and public health and a passion for community driven research, he enjoys supporting projects that result in practical and impactful outcomes. During the workshops, Ishan will be gathering data, insights and stories to support the development of the Town of Shelburne economic action plan.

About Collective Results:

Collective Results is a social purpose organization that is passionate about helping you make positive change for people and communities. We work in partnership with charities, not-for-profit and public sector organizations to build bridges between great intentions and great outcomes.

Discover how artificial intelligence can transform your small business. The workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of AI applications tailored for small enterprises. Attendees will benefit from expert-led discussions, interactive sessions, and practical demonstrations, equipping them with the knowledge to leverage AI for enhanced efficiency, Marketing, customer engagement, and growth. 

This workshop is designed to empower you with the tools and strategies needed to harness the power of AI and drive your business forward. 

Workshop Host | Emily Baillie

Emily Baillie is a digital marketing and AI trainer, speaker and professor. She works with organizations across Canada to educate and inspire folks to navigate the ever-changing world of digital marketing and artificial intelligence. With over 15 years of experience in the digital marketing industry, she has worked with large and small organizations including Canadian Marketing Association, ReMax, Resorts of Ontario, Orillia & Area Community Development Corp., United Way and GlaxoSmithKline. Emily advocates for a human-first approach to AI. She teaches at McMaster University.

February 18 - Safeguard Your Business: Cyber Security in the Digital Age 

In today's digital landscape, small businesses are increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats. This workshop is designed to equip small business owners with the knowledge and tools needed to protect their enterprises from cyber-attacks. Participants will learn about common cyber threats, best practices for safeguarding sensitive information, and practical steps to enhance their cybersecurity posture - The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security.

Workshop Host Jonathan Wismer

Jonathan Wismer works on the Cyber Security Guidance team at the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security. His team provides foundational advice and guidance supporting Canada’s Critical Infrastructure (CI) sectors. Most recently, his team released the Cyber Security Readiness Goals (CRGs), intended to serve as baseline advice for all CI sectors in Canada. Jonathan previously worked in the Cyber Centre’s defensive cyber planning group, along with other areas of the Communications Security Establishment. He has significant experience working with domestic and international partners on national security efforts. Jonathan holds a post-graduate degree in Security and Defence Management and Policy, an undergraduate certificate in Applied Cybersecurity, and a post-graduate certificate – along with a keen interest - in Industrial Control Systems security. Jonathan also volunteers on the board of a charity, Camp Aftermath, supporting veterans and first responders and spent, following over 10 years working as a Combat Engineer in the Reserves.

Explore the future of digital marketing in an engaging workshop designed to propel your business forward. This session will delve into the latest trends and strategies that are set to shape the industry in 2025. Attendees will gain valuable insights from industry expert, Emily Baillie, participate in interactive discussions, and learn practical techniques to enhance their digital marketing efforts.

This workshop promises to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to stay ahead in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

Workshop Host | Emily Baillie

Emily Baillie is a digital marketing and AI trainer, speaker and professor.

She works with organizations across Canada to educate and inspire folks to navigate the ever-changing world of digital marketing and artificial intelligence. With over 15 years of experience in the digital marketing industry, she has worked with large and small organizations including Canadian Marketing Association, ReMax, Resorts of Ontario, Orillia & Area Community Development Corp., United Way and GlaxoSmithKline. Emily advocates for a human-first approach to AI. She teaches at McMaster University.

Register for Digital Marketing 2025: Trends to Propel Your Business Forward

April 8 - Winning at Recruitment: Creative Hiring and Retention Strategies 

Join us for an interactive session designed for small businesses, featuring HR, marketing, hiring, and legal experts who will share innovative approaches to attract and retain top talent. Our expert panel will provide valuable insights into creative hiring, retention strategies, and understanding legal considerations to mitigate risks associated with employment practices. Participate in hands-on activities and discussions to craft compelling job postings, enhance your employer brand, and implement effective retention strategies to keep your workforce engaged, motivated, and drive your business forward.

Register for Winning at Recruitment: Creative Hiring and Retention Strategies

Workshop Hosts      

Dana Gidge

Dana shows dedication and care in everything she does. She has been an HR professional for most of her career and her passion started early as she realized the best part of HR was relationship building. She enjoys creating an environment where employees can think big, have fun, and do good work. She understands that people are a business’ best asset and working on engaging employees is rewarding for all involved. Dana is well versed in many HR functions but her many years in the manufacturing industry has given her valuable experience in health and safety, training and development and legislative compliance. She is no stranger to hands on work and draws from a diverse knowledge base. She is certified in WSIB, ISO 14001 (environmental) and many other Quality Standards (ISO, QS and TS) and is a Certified Human Resources Leader.

Her ability to make relationships makes her a valued member of the RLB HR consulting team. What makes client work interesting and rewarding for Dana is the relationship that she forms with the client. They trust her and in return she ensures they receive the best personal service and top notch HR practices in the industry.

Dana’s unrelenting passion outside HR is her family. She married her university sweetheart and moved to Ontario. She is the mother of two active boys who keep her on her toes! She knows what hard work is and prides herself on passion for her job, her family and her friends. She is a regular volunteer at her son’s schools, a Director on the Guelph District Human Resources Professional Association and a Sunday school small group leader at her church.

Alexandra Magder

Alexandra is the co-owner of a multidisciplinary health and wellness clinic, recognized both provincially and locally for its exceptional work in the industry. Under her leadership, the clinic has grown from a team of two to over 25 employees within five years.

She is committed to embracing AI technologies to streamline both recruitment, administrative processes and treatment, enhancing the experience for patients and employees alike.

Prior to opening the clinic in Shelburne with her husband, Alexandra was the first Social Media COE and Director for General Motors Canada, overseeing brands such as Cadillac, Chevy, GMC, and Buick. In this role, she represented the Canadian business line and collaborated with international teams to advocate for social media adoption and governance across all GM divisions. Alexandra successfully led and managed several agencies, handling multiple departments including paid social, analytics, content creation, influencer programs, governance, social media management software, and government relations. She also worked on high-priority projects with GM Canada and GM International, which included leveraging social media as a recruitment tool for software engineers in the autonomous technology sector.

Stephanie Williams

Stephanie enjoys her current role as an Employment Services Consultant within the Career and Community Employment Services at Georgian College. In this role, she supports members of the Dufferin community, primarily youth with guidance on becoming and staying employed. Stephanie provides clients with employment related supports and coaching to alleviate and significantly reduce their individual barriers to attaining and keeping work. Stephanie also creates content for and facilitates job search related topics as well as one-on-one coaching sessions. Stephanie works with growing employers in Dufferin County to effectively develop work experiences for and with clients. 

Stephanie has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Human Resource Management from York University. Stephanie’s talent to communicate effectively with clients and employers with both empathy and thoughtfulness has proven to be a great strength, especially as it relates to communicating with the diverse groups within the Dufferin community. 

Stephanie absolutely loves to volunteer, especially when it comes to programs involving youth. She is an avid crime and history podcast listener who loves to walk and stay active by playing tennis, badminton and utilizing her home gym. 

Diana Morris

Diana Morris is the Executive Director of the Dufferin Board of Trade (DBOT) and an Accredited Chamber Executive. She holds a diploma in Business Marketing and a certificate in Human Resource Management from St. Clair College and has taken the Certificate in Economic Development program at the University of Waterloo.

Diana joined DBOT in 2015 after relocating to Dufferin to pursue farming in the Hills of Mulmur with her husband. Together with their two teenage daughters, they are raising field crops, a small herd of pygmy goats, a few pigs, and some chickens. Building on her extensive experience in finance, marketing, and organizational management, Diana is committed to advancing the Dufferin business community through strategic initiatives and fostering connections that drive economic growth. 

Attention Employers in Dufferin County and Surrounding Municipalities!

Join us at the Shelburne Job Fair to enhance your business visibility, attract top-tier talent, and engage directly with skilled professionals, newcomers, students, and individuals exploring new career paths.

• Cost: $90.00 + Eventbrite Fees = $109.81 ($90.00 booth fee + Eventbrite Fees: $7.18 (Service Fee: $4.44 and Processing Fee $2.74) + Tax: $12.63 (13.00%).
• Package Includes: An eight-foot space with a table, 2 chairs, lunch, snacks, hot and cold beverages.

Don't want to pay the extra fees?

Booths can also be purchased in-person at the Town of Shelburne Office - 203 Main Street East, during the hours of 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (The office is closed daily from 12 noon - 1:00 PM. Payment can also be made by cheque contact ed@shelburne.ca for more information.

Interested in participating?

Register early, spaces are limited and available on a first come, first served basis. 

Event information 

Date: April 24, 2025

Time: 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM. Set-up time from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Location: Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex | 200 Fiddle Park Lane, Shelburne, ON, L0N 1S0

Please Note: We are not accepting registrations from staffing agencies.

If you have any questions, please email: ed@shelburne.ca

Job Fair Registration

Looking for a Career?

Plan to attend the Shelburne Career Fair and meet face to face with local employers who are looking to hire. Whether you are looking for a new Career, thinking about a career change or upgrading your skills, be sure to attend the Shelburne Career Fair.

If you are looking for a new Career or career opportunities, the Career Fair is your one stop connection to connect face to face with potential employers that are looking to recruit qualified candidates into their organization.

Date and Time

Date: April 24, 2025

Time: 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM. Set-up time from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Location: Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex 200 Fiddle Park Lane Shelburne, ON 

We are currently hiring for the following position:

• Carpenter
• Window & Door Installers
• Aluminum Installers

We are currently hiring for the following position:

• Personal Support Workers

We are currently hiring for the following positions:  

• Forklift Operator - Full Time
• Licensed Maintenance Technician
• Maintenace Electrician
• Production Line Worker

Corrections Centre for Professional Advancement and Training

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

• Correctional Officers
• Probation & Parole Officers
• Nurses
• Social Workers
• Addiction Counselors

Dufferin County

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

• Student Dietary Aides
• Personal Support Workers
• Transportation Drivers

We are currently hiring for the following positions:  

• Maintenance Technician
• Maintenance Electrician
• Shipping Coordinator with Forklift experience
• Production Team Leads
• Forklift Operators
• Production Operators
• Sanitation Technician

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We are currently hiring for the following positions:

• Mounted Wheel Assembler - Amaranth
• Retread Technician - Amaranth

• Forklift operators
• Licensed industrial electricians, and potentially an Efficiency Engineer for our stamping department.

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

Shelburne

• 1 Part Time Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)- Evening line
• 1 Part Time Personal Support Worker (PSW)- Evening Line
• 1 Temporary Part Time Personal Support Worker (PSW)- Night line
• 1 Part Time Guest Attendant for Retirement Home- Mixed Shifts

In addition to the above, also find listed the vacancies for other locations that are within a commutable distance. 

Owen Sound

• Part Time Registered Nurses (RN) days, evenings or nights available
• Part Time Registered Practical Nurses (RPN), days evenings or nights are available
• Part Time Personal Support Workers (PSW)- all lines are available
• Part Time Dietary Aides
• Part Time Cooks
• Part Time Activity Aides
• Part Time Receptionist

Thornbury

• Part Time Registered Nurse
• Temporary Full Time Registered Nurse 
• Full Time Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
• Part Time Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
• Part Time Personal Support Workers (PSW)
• Part Time Unregulated Care Provider (UCP)- for retirement home
• Part Time Cooks
• Part Time Housekeeping Aide
• Full Time Ward Clerk 

We are hiring for our Financial Advisor role. 

Financial Advisor

Are you considering a career as a financial advisor? Or perhaps you’re already an experienced advisor or financial planner but thinking of a making a change? Then you’ll want to know more about what it means to partner with Sun Life.

Why become a financial advisor?

Financial advisors love to work with people and develop long-term relationships with Clients as they help them plan financially for the various stages of life. Today’s economic uncertainty means Clients want trusted insurance and investment advice and prefer to deal with one advisor for all their financial needs. We believe trusted advice is the foundation of financial and wellness planning. Throughout your advisor career at Sun Life, you’ll work with people to help them achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives through tailored advice and solutions. Sun Life understands that financial management can be complex, personal, and time-consuming. When we help Clients, we enable them to gain the freedom to live their lives their way. https://sunlife.ca

We have multiple roles open, for full list of opportunities visit our careers page at: https://www.ugdsb.ca/page/careers.

We are also hiring for our various supply lists, including:

• Elementary Occasional Teacher Roster (French)
• Casual Educational Assistant
• Casual Early Childhood Educator
• Emergency Educational Assistant, Noon Hour Supervisors etc.

Panel Discussion

Our panelists will share their vision for Shelburne's growth and development, addressing crucial questions about our community's future. This is your chance to ask questions directly and learn firsthand about upcoming opportunities that could benefit your business and the Community.

Keynote Presentation

Navigating the Tariff Tightrope: Securing Your Small Business's Future

Keynote Presentation by Rachel Battaglia, Economist, RBC Economics, on "Navigating the Tariff Tightrope: Securing Your Small Business's Future," offering strategies for small businesses facing today's challenging trade environment.

Don't miss the opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools necessary to safeguard your business's future and stay informed about the exciting growth happening right here in Shelburne! 

Don't want to pay the extra fees?

Tickets can also be purchased in-person at the Town of Shelburne Office - 203 Main Street East, during the hours of 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (The offices are closed during the lunch hour (12 noon - 1:00 PM).

Ticket cost with HST: $35.03 

Next Steps

Before you register, speak with your parents, and have their contact details ready along with your information

• Register and tell us about your business idea
• Wait for confirmation (unfortunately, not all applications will be selected)
• Mark your calendar for the event dates
• Get ready to launch your business idea!

Sign up here and let's get your entrepreneurial journey started!

About MINIINTEL

MINIINTEL is dedicated to fostering youth entrepreneurship through hands-on learning and mentorship. Our programs integrate financial literacy, business strategy, and leadership development, ensuring students gain real-world skills that prepare them for the future. This initiative is part of our commitment to empowering the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and business leaders.

Owner and Founder: Suzette Daley

Suzette Daley has been a resident of Shelburne for over a decade. With 20 years of experience as a salon owner, she also managed an after-school tutoring program called MINIINTEL. Specializing in youth development, Suzette has been running her entrepreneur program in various school boards for the past two years. Last year, this initiative led to the launch of ten youth businesses in Shelburne. Additionally, she has authored three books and established after-school reading programs throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

June 5 | Shelburne Golf and Country Club

Join the Shelburne Economic Development Committee and Rotary Club for our annual Golf Tournament. This community-focused event supports local initiatives while providing an excellent networking opportunity for business professionals.

Event Highlights

• 18-hole tournament
• Shotgun start at 12:00 PM
• Cart assignments: 11:30 AM
• Post-tournament dinner at clubhouse

Click here to register for the event

Sponsorship Opportunities

Help us continue supporting community projects like the Greenwood Park Splash Pad. 

Click here to view the Sponsorship opportunities available. 

For more information Contact: Bobbi Ferguson

• Campfire poets
• Pete and Anna play for kids
• Elvis the Magician
• Faces by Mel – Face Painting
• Local vendors

• Adriano Clarke - Free the Nation
• Too Nice Reggae
• Bhangra Dancers
• Faces by Mel
• Local vendors

• Community Garage Sale
• Mudmen
• Magical Wicked Experience!
• Artdigenous – Indigenous art painting
• Faces by Mel – Face Painting
• Local vendors

• Drew Ripley Magic Show
• Matlockes
• Faces by Mel – Face Painting
• Local vendors

• Thunderstruck ACDC Cover band
• Twisted Covers Band
• Bubba the Clown
• Elvis the Magician
• Faces by Mel – Face painting
• Local vendors 

Employers Wanted!

The Career Fair is open to all Employers located within Dufferin County and surrounding Municipalities.

The Shelburne Career Fair is a great opportunity to maximize your business exposure, recruit the best candidates for your organization, connect directly with skilled professionals, newcomers to the area, students and individuals who are currently unemployed or thinking about a career change.

Employer booths are available for $80.00 + Eventbrite Fee ($6.53) x HST ($11.25) = $97.78. This includes an eight-foot space with a table, 2-chairs and lunch (Each vendors booth includes a maximum of 2 lunches).

Don't want to pay the extra fees?

Booths can also be purchased in-person at the Town of Shelburne Office - 203 Main Street East, during the hours of 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (The offices are closed during the lunch hour (12 noon - 1:00 PM).

Interested in participating?

Register early, spaces are limited and available on a first come, first served basis. 

Event Information 

Date: April 18, 2024

Time: 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM. Set-up time from 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Location: Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex | 200 Fiddle Park Lane, Shelburne, ON, L0N 1S0

We are not accepting registrations from staffing agencies.

If you have any questions, please email: ed@shelburne.ca

Sign Me Up!

The Shelburne Ec. Dev. is partnering with The Centre for Career and Employment Services - Georgian College and Upper Grand District School Board.

SAVE THE DATE – EDC \ ROTARY GOLF CLASSIC JUNE 6, 2023

The Shelburne EDC and Rotary Club of Shelburne are pleased to invite you to join us for the EDC\Rotary Golf Classic on June 6, 2024. 

This incredible tournament, held at the Shelburne Golf Course, is an event that many look forward to as a time to celebrate successes within our business community. The partnership of the Shelburne EDC and Rotary has proved to be a great combination since 2020 and we look forward to building on this success into the future. 

This tournament was instrumental in securing the $300,000 raised to make the Splash Pad for Shelburne a reality. It opened late last summer! 

The EDC/Rotary Golf Tournament will once again, in 2024, serve as a fundraiser in support of Recreation and Accessible Parks in Shelburne. 

The success of this event relies on the generosity of sponsors. See attached for a wide range of sponsorship opportunities with valuable benefits and promotion. Please help us continue our work to help support recreation in Shelburne Parks. 

This year we will have a shotgun start at noon and after 18 Holes of golf there will be a sit-down dinner in the Club House. The tournament will once again be a time of networking, great golf, delicious food and fun, all the while raising money for great community projects. 

Tickets will be available from EDC and Rotary Members and on-line at EventBrite.ca (preferred)

Register Here

More ways to support!

The funds raised by the Golf Tournament are used to support Recreation and Accessible Parks in Shelburne. You can support efforts in one of two ways:

Donate an auction item(s) 

Have an experience, product or service to donate?

Connect with Shelburne Rotary today. 

Sponsorship 

See sponsorship opportunities HERE.  

Thank you to all participants, sponsors and volunteers who make this much-anticipated tournament a success!  

Fridays in the Park (Ended)

Fridays in the Park - Free Community Events 

The Town of Shelburne will be hosting “Fridays in the Park” at Jack Downing Park. The events are free and include a diverse line-up of live music, children entertainment and community activities, to engages residents, visitors and raise the profile of our local businesses. The events are sponsored by the Town of Shelburne, in partnership with the Shelburne BIA, Central Counties Tourism and the GSP Group.

Have Your Say Shelburne: Fridays in the Park Event Survey

We are seeking your feedback on the Friday in the Park events at Jack Downing Park. Your input will be invaluable; in determining the best way forward and guiding our future decisions to ensure we make choices that benefit our community.

This survey will take about 5 minutes to complete. We do not collect personal information, and all responses will be summarized as percentages or averages in a report, ensuring anonymity. Your feedback is invaluable, and based on the survey results, we’ll develop and implement actions for future events.

Who Can Participate?

The survey is open to everyone who lives, works, or visits Shelburne.

Your Privacy Matters!

We don’t require personal information, and your responses will remain confidential.  

Complete the Survey by clicking the button below.

Take the Survey!

The events line-up!

June 14 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Campfire Poets  The band starts with the founding members, Geoff and Ryan. This duo has developed a chemistry that is seldom matched, and using a one-of-a-kind hand drum, acoustic guitar and excellent vocals from both, the duo can fill a room with as much sound as most bands and incorporate the audience like no other. Bring in Dennis on Keyboards and vocals for the trio and take the sound to a whole other level! With a song list of over 200 songs, they can please any audience!  From their start in small pubs, 'The Poets' have become a favourite of the summer festivals including Caledon's Canada day celebration, Woodbridge and Orangeville Rib Fest, Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival and Founder's Day celebration.        Drew Ripley Entertainment Building a life out of balloons was not the original plan, yet as a full-time artist, Drew has discovered a medium that can stir the emotions and create the unexpected. Ideally, every piece will create a positive memorable reaction. While his art focuses on the balloons, technology rigging, and acting skills are required to create the most difficult projects. As an entertainer, his desire is to leave a sense of whimsy and delight with the audience. Created in 2009, Drew operates an entertainment company that specializes in one-of-a-kind Balloon Art, Décor, and Entertainment. He uses his finely tuned balloon skills to create one-of-a-kind balloon shows, costumes and displays. His talents have led him to several major projects in Canada, the USA, Qatar, and even Israel. These one-of-a-kind projects are designed for major events and typically use a minimum of 40,000 balloons.  Face Painting and Fun balloons

June 21 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Clerel (8:15 PM - 9:00 PM) A natural-born vocalist, soul singer & songwriter Clerel nurtured his taste for melody in his coastal hometown of Douala, Cameroon, where he grew up listening to music from his parents’ record collection, which ranged from church hymns and afrobeat to French chanson. As a child, he developed a habit of singing his favorite songs to himself as a way to “listen” to them whenever he desired, an exercise that helped hone his signature smooth tone. While he's spent most of 2020 working on a new collection of songs, Clerel has also appeared on reality TV show La Voix (The Voice Canada), and earlier this summer he took part in the Montreal International Jazz Festival, where he gave a highly acclaimed performance of his original music in front of an audience of over 3000 spectators. Listeners around the world continue to fall in love with the young musician's soulful universe.     Artdigenous Creations (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM) “Family Fun with Creative Art: Painting Wood Rounds to Honour Indigenous Culture and Remember  Missing & Murdered Indigenous Children” Gathering around the table, brushes in hand, families create beautiful art on wooden rounds. Whether it's kids or adults, the goal is to celebrate native culture and pay tribute to those who are no longer with us. Each stroke of the brush becomes a heartfelt connection to the past, a colorful reminder of resilience and hope.   Eagleheart Singer’s and Dancer’s (6:30 PM - 7:00 PM) Bhangra Fitness: Bhangra Dancers (7:00 PM - 7:20 PM) DJ - Box Office Events (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM) Paw Patrol Skye and Chase (7:00 - 9:00 PM) Face Painting and Fun Balloons (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM) All times are estimated  Event Sponsor

July 05 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Team T and J (6:30 PM - 7:15 PM) TEAM T&J takes kids interactive music and entertainment to incredible heights with a high-energy, super powered concert! Team T&J is a live experience and an interactive journey of self-exploration, creativity, and participation that encourages kids to see and feel what it means to come together and stick2gether! A hands-on, action oriented live music show. We show you what it looks like to be true to who you are while coming together as a team! "Through diversity and inclusion, the meaning and messaging behind what team T&J offer is becoming a more and more prevalent need in all our lives."        The Wanted (7:30 PM - 9:00 PM) The Wanted fuse vintage North American folk, blues and country music with rockabilly, bluegrass and rock and roll in a distinctive roots music mash-up. This is full-throated, full-throttle entertainment, imbued with a spirit that is darkly haunting, incisively witty, or just plain fun. Dragoon Summit Station (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM) Mario - The Mario Brothers (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM) Face Painting and Fun Balloons (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM) Slime making Booths (6:00 PM -9:00 PM) All times are estimates

July 19 | 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Community Garage Sale 4-7 PM Fridays in the Park Community Garage Sale - Participants Wanted! Calling all garage sale enthusiasts! 🤩 We are looking for participants to join us and share their unique and interesting items in our Shelburne Community garage sale - spaces are free. However, vendors will be required to purchase liability insurance, in accordance with the Town of Shelburne’s policy.   Here's your chance to turn your treasures into someone else's - bring your items down to Jack Downing Park and mingle with our community and sell your garage sale items! Register now for an 8FT X 8FT space, only 12 available!   Sign Me Up! Naomi Bristow - The Singin' Cowgirl (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM) Naomi is a young cowgirl that hails from a small farm in Ontario. Her family was involved in the rodeo life which led her down the path of country, western and gospel music. In the past 15 years she has traveled across the countryside in Canada and the United States performing for thousands, while being rewarded with kindness and admiration from folks of every age. Naomi's love for traditional country music lead her to self-taught yodeling, which she incorporates into her performances for an overwhelming response. Tim Ronan (6:15 PM - 8:15 PM) Tim Ronan is an accomplished musician and guitarist. Born and raised in a farming community in  rural Southern Ontario, Tim has been exposed to the joy and transformative power of music from a very young age, and his earliest work is riddled with the hums of his Irish ancestry. Tim’s passion for music began in his childhood, experimenting with a plethora of instruments (even the bagpipes!) and his professionalism has developed as he became a renowned community artist, cherished for the heart and soul that he pours into every song and every show.        Slime Making Booths (6:00 PM -9:00 PM) Face Painting | Fun Balloons (6:00 PM -9:00 PM) Bubba the Clown (6:00 PM -9:00 PM) All times are estimates

August 30 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Terra Lightfoot (8:15 PM - 9:00 PM) Terra Lightfoot is a Juno- and Polaris-nominated guitarist-singer-songwriter from Hamilton, Ontario. In 2020, she marked her first decade as a recording artist with the Speed, recorded by Grammy-winning producer Jay Newland at Memphis' legendary Royal Studios. That session also produced a cover of Leadbelly’s “Where Did you Sleep Last Night?”. In early 2022, Lightfoot launched her own label, Midnight Choir, with single “Sleepyhead.” Sixth album Healing Power (released Oct 13, 2023) reunites her with producer/engineer Gus van Go for a career-best outing.  Praise for Terra Lightfoot “One of Canada's best all-around musicians... an amazing tour de force, the complete package” - CBC Music “Cuts like lightning to a tree” - The Globe and Mail “Timeless influences from above and below the border” - American Songwriter   Charlie Edward (6:45 PM – 7:30 PM) Charlie Edward is a 20 year old young gun originally from London, Ontario. ROCK N ROLL was what this kid was born to do. After some time in LA working with Foreigner’s Jeff Pilson, Charlie caught the attention of Marlon Young who discovered/produced Greta Van Fleet and plays guitar for Kid Rock. He has also worked with the likes of Garth Richardson (Rage Against the Machine), Robert DeLeo (Stone Temple Pilots), Luke Bentham (The Dirty Nil), Colin MacDonald (The Trews) and many more. Usually seen on the side-lines playing lead guitar for other acts or writing music in private, Charlie decided to take a risk and put it all out there after some encouragement from fellow musicians in California.He may be small in stature but this kid will SET YOU STRAIGHT with his wide vocal range and monster guitar tones.  The Matlockes  (6:15 PM - 8:15 PM) Five talented young musicians from small-town Southern Ontario bringing new life to the rock scene with original songs and covers alike. Together, we create a musical force to be reckoned with, pulling inspiration and covering songs from bands such as Metallica, Foo Fighters, Black Sabbath, Kaleo, and Greta Van Fleet. Join us on our journey from the basement to the stadium, and never forget that we are the  Matlockes.     Drew Ripley Stilt Walking + Juggling Face Painting | Fun Balloons (6:00 PM -9:00 PM) Pikachu (7:00 PM -9:00 PM)  All times are estimates

Event Location | Jack Downing Park

Jack Downing Park 140 Main Street East, Shelburne ON

 Sponsors

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In person business interviews take approximately 1 hour and are easily scheduled by clicking the 'Book My Meeting' button below. The information collected will help to identify local challenges, opportunities, and track trends in the business community, and support the development of Economic Development priorities. 

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Participating Businesses

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Adlai Law Professional Corporation

African Caribbean Grocery Store

Blavish Hair and Beauty Supply

Blue Mountain Plastics Inc

Canadian Mouse Trips

Claxton Denturist

Custom T-Thrift

DeMarco's Café

Dentistry at Summer Hill

Dream Beauty Lounge

Finiti Seafood Depot

Go with Crowe - Keller Williams Real Estate

Jelly Craft Bakery

Karen Creates

Local Tile Co

Marble Slab Creamery

Marg McCarty Professional Real Estate Services Inc

McDonalds - Shelburne

Pazazz

Renaissance Respiratory Home Care Services Inc

RISE Physio and Wellness

Shelburne Family Chiropractic

Shelburne Optometry

Shelburne Physiotherapy Centre

Shelburne Town Pharmacy

Spaw-Fect grooming

Streams Community Hub

Ten of Tarts

The Barber Shop

The Creative Social Worker

The Tipsy Fox

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The Town of Shelburne’s Economic Development is seeking feedback from the business community through our Business Survey. The information collected will help to identify local challenges and opportunities, track trends in the business community, and support the development of priorities.

The Survey will take approximately 10 minutes to complete.

2 rules for this survey

1. The “Skip It” Rule – Most questions apart from business details (address, contact information and NAICS code) are not mandatory, if there is a question that you can’t or don’t want to answer, you can skip it.

2. Confidentiality – Confidentiality - Personal information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, M. 56, R.S.O 1990 and will be used for the sole purpose that it has been collected. All information you provide is confidential.

Take the Survey

6 Fridays in the Park - Free Community Events 

The Town of Shelburne will be hosting “6 Fridays in the Park” at Jack Downing Park. The events are free and include a diverse line-up of live music, children entertainment and community activities, to engages residents, visitors and raise the profile of our local businesses. The series of outdoor events ended September 1, 2023. 

6 Fridays in the Park Survey

We want your input to help improve events at Jack Downing Park. Feedback from the survey will help inform the Town about how to better fulfill the wants and needs of our community and build a blueprint that will help turn Jack Downing Park into the Community's Living Room.

The survey is open to all who live and/or work in Shelburne as well as visitors, and the confidentiality of individual responses will be maintained - Survey is closed.

Survey Results (Infographic)

Your Participation Counts!

If you are a local business owner and you would like to support this initiative, please consider the below option(s) and complete our online form - takes less than 5 minutes to complete.

• Offer adjacent event promotion
• Book a free ‘share your wares table'
• Provide items for our prize baskets
• Volunteer
• Event sponsor. 

Complete the Form  

Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

* June 16 Downtown Scavenger Hunt starts at 4:00 PM- 6:00 PM

Event Schedule 

June 16

• Jay Kipps Band
• Downtown Business Scavenger Hunt (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
• Face Painting and Fun Balloons
• Caricatures
• Local Business Vendors 

June 23

• Sharon, Lois & Bram Singalong with Sharon, Randi & Friends

• Making Slime
• Local Business Vendors
• Musician
• Face Painting and Fun Balloons

July 7

• Community Garage Sale

• Shenanigans Magic Show

• Musicians
  • Josh Oatman
  • TooNice Reggae
• Caricatures
• Face Painting and fun Balloons

July 14

• Boomerang R&B, Soul and Funk
• Noah Nogueira Entertainment - Magic + Juggling + Comedy
• Turn it out Dance Studio
• Local Vendors
• Caricatures

August 4

• The Sidemen Classical Jazz Band
• Community Bingo
• Local Vendors
• Face Painting and fun Balloons 

September 1

• Campfire Poets
• Drew Ripley - Balloon Show 
• Noah Nogueira Entertainment - Magic + Juggling + Comedy
• Local Vendors
• Caricatures
• Face Painting

Project Objectives

To ignite Jack Downing Park through arts, culture, and entertainment.

History

BIG Move #8 - Redesign Jack Downing Park, to become the community’s living room. Jack Downing Park is strategically located Downtown Shelburne, and in 2022 the Town converted the park into a space that is ready to host a wide range of community-based outdoor programming/activities – communities living room.

Outcomes

Facilitation of free events to ignite JDP and increase consumer traffic to the downtown core and engage business partners, through event collaboration. 

Event Completed April 20, 2023

We Are Hiring!

Career seekers plan to attend the Shelburne Career Fair and meet face to face with over 30+ local employers who are looking to hire. Whether you are looking for a new Career, thinking about a career change or upgrading your skills, be sure to attend the Shelburne Career Fair today.

If you are looking for a new Career or career opportunities, the Career Fair is your one stop connection to connect face to face with potential employers that are looking to recruit qualified candidates into their organization.

Date and time

Thu, 20 Apr 2023, 1:00 - 7:00 PM EDT

Location

Centre Dufferin Recreation Complex 200 Fiddle Park Lane Shelburne, ON 

Education & Career Services

Meet with representatives from UGDSB supports and Georgian College and get information you need on academic services and guidance, that can help you reach your educational and career goals.

Find a Career and explore your employment, career, and training options!

SAVE THE DATE – EDC \ ROTARY GOLF CLASSIC JUNE 8TH 2023

The Shelburne EDC and Rotary Club of Shelburne are pleased to invite you to join us for the EDC\Rotary Golf Classic on June 8, 2023.

This incredible tournament, held at the Shelburne Golf Course, is an event that many look forward to as a time to celebrate successes within our business community. The partnership of the Shelburne EDC and Rotary has proved to be a great combination since 2020 and we look forward to building on this success into the future.

This tournament was instrumental in securing the $300,000 raised to make the Splash Pad for Shelburne a reality. In 3 years, this event raised approximately $55,000 to ensure that kids will be splashing this summer. Construction has already begun!

The EDC/Rotary Golf Tournament will once again, in 2023, serve as a fundraiser in support of features for Recreation, Fun and Accessible Parks in Shelburne.

New this year the Registration Reception, before heading out to the course, enjoy light snacks and an opportunity to network before the shotgun start at noon. After 18 Holes of golf there will be a sit-down dinner in the Club House.

The tournament will once again be a time of networking, great golf, delicious food, and fun, all the while raising money for great community projects.

Tickets will be available from EDC and Rotary Members and on-line at EventBrite.ca (preferred)
To register online click the button below. 

Register Me!

Session Completed

Here we grow again, a comprehensive look at Shelburne’s growth and future. Join us as we discuss Shelburne’s current and future growth. Event Date: Sept. 7, 2022 | 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Session Completed

Aaron Wudrick will provide a brief overview of the economic consequences of COVID, what it likely means for governments going forward and the potential impact on small businesses

Event Date: Sept. 21, 2022 | 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Session Completed

Karen Webster of RLB Chartered Professional Accountants will discuss succession planning, minimizing future tax implications by planning ahead.

This session will be packed with planning tips to help answer how a succession plan works, why it is necessary, who should create one, when should you create one while minimizing the tax implications and protecting your business.

Event Date: October 5, 2022 | 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

Session Completed

Cybercrime Awareness & Prevention:  Providing the audience with the current c

ybercrime trends targeting Ontario Businesses, and some best cyber security practices that can be implemented to improve your security posture to prevent becoming victimized.

Event Date: Oct. 19, 2022 | 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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