Media Release

September 30, 2020
Huron County Launches Digital Service Squad to Help Small Businesses Adopt Online Technologies

Huron County Economic Development, in partnership with nine municipalities and the eleven Business Improvement Areas (BIA) and other business groups across the County, has received a $90,000 grant from Digital Main Street Ontario, funded by FedDev Ontario, for a Digital Service Squad to help main street businesses in the region use digital technologies to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. Digital Service Squads are fundamental to Digital Main Street’s design and success, with trained specialists who meet with small businesses, at no cost, to help them improve their online presence.

September 28, 2020
Explore the Life and Work of Huron County Artist J.W. McLaren at the Huron County Museum’s Latest Exhibit

The Huron County Museum, together with the Huron County Historical Society, is pleased to announce the opening of the much-anticipated exhibit, Reflections: The Life and Work of J.W. (Jack) McLaren, on October 8, 2020. The public is invited to pre-arrange a visit to catch the exhibit at their convenience.

September 17, 2020
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Addressing Homelessness in Huron County

The County of Huron continues to work diligently in addressing the challenges associated with homelessness, poverty and housing instability in Huron County. To properly address the complexities of homelessness, both immediate action and long-term solutions are required.

September 9, 2020
Huron County students and teachers are heading back to school

The County of Huron is committed to supporting the back to school plans, established by the Avon Maitland District School Board and the Huron Perth Catholic School Board in consultation with Huron Perth Public Health, to ensure both the community and its learning environments remain as safe as possible.

August 17, 2020
Huron County urged to remain steadfast and continue following public health direction

As the provincial Phase 3 re-opening and summer season is well underway, and life begins to look more familiar, it can become easy to slip into old habits. However, the County of Huron reminds its residents that the COVID-19 virus remains circulating in Ontario and following public health measures continues to be as important as ever.

August 14, 2020
Curbside service now available at all Huron County Library branches

Huron County Library is pleased to announce that as of August 15, 2020 curbside service is available at all 12 branches located throughout the County, including Alice Munro in Wingham, Bayfield, Blyth, Brussels, Clinton, Exeter, Goderich, Hensall, Howick, Kirkton, Seaforth, and Zurich. Hours vary from branch to branch and are regularly being adjusted to meet the public’s needs. Visit huroncounty.ca/library for complete curbside service details.

August 12, 2020
Huron County Clean Water Project is now accepting funding applications

The Huron County Clean Water Project is a fund that supports water quality projects in Huron County.  In 2020, the County of Huron allocated $400,000 in funds to be distributed through the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) and the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) who deliver the program on behalf of the County. To apply for funding, or to obtain further information, call Maitland Valley Conservation Authority at 519.335.3557 or Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority at 519.235.2610 or 1.888.286.2610.

August 10, 2020
County of Huron Launches Huron Recovery Grant Program for Businesses

Led by Huron County Economic Development with $15,000 in funds provided through a partnership with Community Futures Huron, the Huron Recovery Grant Program will award grants of up to $2,500 to eligible applicants in Huron County as they pivot to maintain operations and to help offset costs associated with this transition.

August 7, 2020
Welcoming Business Entryway Signage available from County of Huron Economic Development Department

In consultation with local municipalities and community partners, the County of Huron Economic Development department has produced a business signage package for consistent entryway signage to businesses and establishments that do not have consistent signage programs in their communities already.

July 30, 2020
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Huron County Museum Ready to Re-open

The Huron County Museum is re-opening its doors starting Saturday, August 1. All visitors and staff must carefully follow all guidelines for health and safety purposes. Guidelines can be found on the Museum website.