Huron County residents are reminded to continue to take actions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and to be an advocate for Public Health adherence in their own homes and communities. For more tips on how to enjoy a safe holiday this season, please visit Huron Perth Public Health online for Staying safe from COVID-19 or Ontario.ca’s Celebrate safely during COVID-19.
The County of Huron would like to express heartfelt gratitude to the many partners and contributors who are working together behind the scenes to prevent and address homelessness in Huron County. Consider donating to the Out of the Cold: Heart to Home emergency shelter or to one of many Huron County partner agencies this holiday season.
The County of Huron, in partnership with Community Futures Huron, is pleased to announce the six recipients of the Huron Recovery Grant Program micro-financing. This program was aimed towards supporting existing small businesses in Huron County that have continued to make significant changes as they pivot to maintain operations and adapt to COVID-19 realities. Grants of $2,500 will be awarded to the successful recipients to help them offset costs associated with this transition.
s the second wave of COVID-19 has reached Ontario and Huron County has been elevated to the Yellow: Protect level in the COVID-19 Response Framework for Keeping Ontario Safe and Open, pandemic fatigue is a real concern. With regional case numbers on the rise, it is now more important than ever for Huron County residents to continue to adhere to local public health directions.
Huron County Paramedic Services is helping Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) by offering flu shot clinics (influenza immunizations) in key locations for across the County throughout the fall season. For more information about where to get the flu shot in Huron County, visit Huron Perth Public Health’s website.
View the Huron County Wish Book to scroll through all of the great gift ideas and show support for Huron County businesses and communities this holiday season. Follow Ontario’s West Coast on Facebook and Instagram to see daily gift giving inspiration posts between now and December 24, and enter into a weekly draw for $100 in gift certificates from local merchants.
Opening November 16, the County of Huron’s Huron Out of the Cold: Heart to Home program expands on the efforts of the previous Out of the Cold program, with increased funding and staff specially trained in trauma informed care, substance use, and mental health services. The new program aims to provide an emergency shelter that also offers wrap-around supports for homeless individuals in Huron County.
Starter Company Plus provides training, mentoring, and grant opportunities up to $5,000 for eligible participants to start, expand, or buy a small business. The program, administered by the County of Huron, aims to address local and/or regional economic development needs, and where appropriate, focuses on specific industries and sectors. Successful recipients of the latest intake for this program include Jolt Fitness and Coastal Coffee Company.
