Help Business Start

"How has the CDC helped business succeed?"

We provide dollars and sense to help businesses start, grow and succeed in the Orillia area.  Browse some of those success stories here.  Or find out what our clients say.

 

Write a Business Plan

“I need help writing my business plan”

We work with you to help your business start, grow and succeed. Whether you’re starting a new business or growing an existing one, our professionally-trained staff can help you develop a solid business plan or review your existing business plan.

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Business Loans

How can I get a loan to support my idea?

Talk to us about your business plans.  We focus on more than just the numbers and bottom line. We take the time to look at your business needs to determine how we can help you access all the options available to you.

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Marketing Your Business

"I need to improve my business skills."

We can steer you in the right direction when it comes to training. Many local organizations offer workshops and professional education opportunities – or you can sign up for online learning right here.

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Upcoming Events

Thu May 30 @ 9:00AM - 01:30PM
Recruitment Strategies & Hiring
Wed Jun 05 @ 8:30AM - 06:00PM
First Aid with CPR
Wed Jun 05 @ 4:30PM - 05:30PM
Small Business Start Up - How to's!

Community Calendar

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Looking for essential business resources, tools, financing?  Starting your own business or expand your current one?

 

The Community Development Corporation (CDC), at 22 Peter Street South in downtown Orillia, provides the information, guidance and financing you need to get your business going and growing.

Whether you are starting or expanding your business, the CDC provides the services you need to grow and succeed in today’s competitive economic environment. The CDC is a non-profit organization that is lead by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors and is funded by Industry Canada.  Read some RECENT ARTICLES, SUCCESS STORIES and/or COMMUNITY INITIATIVES.

Our services extend to include the business communities of the City of Orillia, Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara, Severn and the Chippewas of Rama First Nation.

Office hours:  Monday - Thursday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm and Fridays 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. 

The office is NOT open on Saturdays or Sundays.

CDC Office
Let us help you START, GROW and SUCCEED in business.....

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Success Stories

  • Business Expansions
    Pool-Spa-Sauna Showroom Award-winning business promotes healthy, family lifestyles.
    Ever since Brian Ross opened the POOL•SPA•SAUNA SHOWROOM in Orillia in...
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  • Business Start-ups
    East Side Mario’s East Side Mario's owned and operated by John Epstein, boasts over 15 years of successful operation in Orillia.
    Entrepreneurs like John Epstein...
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  • What Clients Say
    “At the CDC, you’re not just a number.”—Bill, Orillia

    “The CDC listens and understands business. They are experienced and open to different ideas.” —Debbie,...
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