Community Development
Options for Homes Orillia
Options for Homes is an award-winning concept that assists lower-income families to buy a home. It creates apartment-density housing plans that still give families backyards and gardens. Run by non-profit organizations, it is also being implemented in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa, Waterloo, and Collingwood.
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Our Ramara
Our Ramara is a database and website sharing information to promote awareness of the local community, events, history, and resources. It was initiated by the Ramara Chamber of Commerce and the Ramara Public Library.Physician Recruitment & Retention
Co-ordination and financial support for the local Community Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee, which is currently working directly with Soldier's Memorial Hospital in the recruitment and retention of both family physicians and specialists.Click here for DVD on medical careers in rural Ontario targeted at youth in Grades 7-10
Orillia Laser Tag
Opened March 2010, Orillia Laser Tag is a jungle-themed laser tag facility that provides jobs for young people aged 16-29. It is run by the Orillia Youth Social Enterprise Corp.
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Business Retention + Expansion
In partnership with the City of Orillia’s Economic Development Committee and area businesses, volunteer interviewers will conduct a prepared survey with City businesses in an effort to identify opportunities for business development and growth in the community.
Ontario’s Lake Country
Administrative and financial support to Ontario's Lake Country, the region's tourism association.Add this page to your favorite Social Bookmarking websites
