Business Services
Planning to start or grow your business in Huron County? We are here to support any stage of your business, from start up, to growth, to selling. Our mission is to help you accomplish yours!
For tailored information and one-on-one coaching, contact smallbusiness@huroncounty.ca.
How We Can Help
Funding Opportunities
Huron County Economic Development offers assistance with a wide array of programs that can help you in achieving your business goals. Discover all of our funding opportunities available to you!
Business Programs
Digital Main Street
Digital Main Street is a program that helps main street businesses achieve digital transformation. The program is built around an online learning platform, structured training programs, and our Digital Service Squad, a team of street-level team members who help main street businesses grow and manage their operations through technology.
Starter Company Plus
Starter Company Plus program provides training, mentoring, and grant opportunities up to $5,000 for eligible participants to start, expand, or buy a small business. The program aims to address local and/or regional economic development needs, and where appropriate, focuses on specific industries and sectors.
Summer Company
The Summer Company program aims to inspire more young people to choose entrepreneurship as a career and to equip them with the tools they need to succeed. Students learn how to run a business, receive mentorship and training, and develop skills that are highly valued in all workplaces.
COVID-19 Business Support
For COVID-19 related business support, please visit our COVID-19 business support page that is kept up-to-date as new information and resources become available. If you need to talk to a Business Coach, email smallbusiness@huroncounty.ca to set up a free virtual consultation.
Ontario’s West Coast Signage Program
The Ontario’s West Coast Signage Program is available to eligible Huron County tourism businesses in order to provide roadway directions while elevating Huron County’s image as a tourist destination. Find out more about how you can be featured!
Home Child Care Development Program
The Home Child Care Development Program, developed in partnership with Huron County Children’s Services and Huron County Economic Development, is aimed towards individuals interested in becoming approved home child care operators under the County’s Licensed Home Child Care program.
Resources
Digital Marketing & Software Solution Resources
Check out this shortlist of the most basic digital marketing tools and software solutions that should be utilized by businesses of every sector.
Huron County BizMap
With current changes in government restrictions, make sure you update your business details on the Huron County BizMap. You can add your business or suggest edits to the BizMap yourself!
Mental Health Resources in Huron County
Your mental health matters! We’ve gathered a list of mental health service providers in Huron County and free online resources available for local residents.
How Can We Help?
Huron County is always excited to support new and innovative ideas and businesses.
We’re here to help!
Find Us
57 Napier Street,
Goderich, ON
N7A 1W2
Canada
Phone
+1 (519) 524-8394 ext.6