The CDC’s Report to Community

The Orillia Area Community Development Corp. (CDC) has released its annual report to the community and it showcases the invaluable and unconventional resources that local business owners, entrepreneurs and the community can access.   With financial support from the Government of Canada, through the Federal Economic Development Agency of Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), the Orillia…

Low Carb #1 Stop

Two female entrepreneurs are working hard to make sure residents of the Orillia area who live with dietary restrictions have somewhere to purchase a variety of delicious foods that they can eat. Janet Paquin Watson and her daughter Jessica own Low Carb #1 Stop on Rama Road. The bright, inviting space stocks a wide variety…

CDC Offers Business Loans at Prime Rate

While there is much less talk these days about the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Community Development Corp. (CDC) recognizes that many businesses continue to feel the effects and, in some cases, are still trying to catch up. CDC also recognizes the challenge that rising interest rates are causing. That is why CDC has…

CDC Now Accepting Grant Applications!

The Community Development Corp. (CDC) is now accepting grant applications for the Community Capacity Building Fund. The CDC has $20,000 to invest in projects and would like to maximize impact by funding a variety of projects in both for-profit businesses and non-profit organizations/social enterprises. The intent of the funding is to strengthen our communities by…