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22 Peter Street South, PO Box 2525, Orillia, Ontario L3V 7A3 | 705 325 4903

 

 
 
 
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How to Determine a Businesses’ Value
 
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NOVEMBER 26 | 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

This webinar will outline:

How to prepare your business for sale
What information a buyer should request and review
How businesses are valued and the most common business valuation methodologies
The primary considerations that impact a businesses value
Common issues when selling or buying a business
Tax planning when buying or selling a business

Presented by David Holmes, CPA, CA, CBV, CFF

 
 
 
 
 
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CDC helps entrepreneur cultivate sale of family business

"The CDC helped weed out serious buyers by directing all queries through their office. From my standpoint, that was the most valuable service they offered. They were available throughout, right up until the completion of the sale."

 
 
Melanie Robinson, Owner, Eclectic Cafe

CDC helps Eclectic Café cook up success in downtown Orillia

“They've highlighted me at every step,” Robinson says. “They are really committed to watching businesses flourish and making an impact in our community.”

 
 
 
 
 
Regional Relief and Recovery Fund
 
RRRF
 
We're proud to share $1 MILLION was invested locally in Ontario's Lake Country through our office!
The government recently announced more money will be coming to the RRRF program.
Stay tuned for more details! As we soon as we know, you know.
 
 
 
 
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October 15 | Ask an Expert: Cybersecurity

This event will provide insights on why cybersecurity is important to small and medium-sized enterprises,
how to do a cybersecurity assessment, cybersecurity governance, safety, technology and next steps

 
 
 
 
 
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Small Business Week chance to support 'the backbone of the economy'

OCTOBER 18-24
'These local businesses not only employ your family, friends and neighbours but they also support local charities, athletics and community groups'

 
 
 
 
 


4 Days / 30 Expert and Inspiring Speakers

96 hours of practical, actionable business advice, real world knowledge, inspiration, and one-degree networking. Participate in business engagement opportunities through an agenda packed with a keynote presentation, workshops, and a brand new lineup on the Presidents Panel.

 
 
 
 
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Business Diversity Economic Expo

Happening on October 22, October 28 and November 17, 2020, the business to business virtual trade show and networking event will put a spotlight on businesses which are Black-owned, Indigenous-owned, People of Colour-owned, Women-owned, LGBTQ2+-owned, and businesses owned by People with Disabilities. The OCC will also be inviting procurement officers and supply chain leaders from large private sector, public sector and academic institutions to attend and meet with business owners.

 
 
 
 
 
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Minimum Wage Increases

Minimum wage rates in Ontario increased on October 1, 2020. Under the Making Ontario Open for Business Act this increase is tied to the Ontario Consumer Price Index for 2020.

The increase to the general minimum wage will be 25 cents, which will bring the new rate to $14.25 an hour.

 
 
 
 
 
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5th Annual Manufacturers Forum

Industry and stakeholders are invited to participate and take away emerging trends, strategic insights and best practices from industry leaders in manufacturing. This event is presented by the County of Simcoe in partnership with member municipalities, the City of Barrie, the City of Orillia, Georgian College, Lakehead University, and Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium

 
 
 
 
 
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Ontario Supports Small Main Street Businesses with $60 Million in Funding through PPE Grant

If passed, the act will remove hurdles faced by small businesses and allow them to pursue new opportunities — while maintaining or enhancing protections for public health, safety and the environment.

 
 
 
 
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Business Guidance

Spend an hour with our professionally-trained staff. They are available by appointment to meet with any potential, new or existing business owner at no cost.

 

Business Funding

Ask us about our complementary lending. We support a wide variety of ideas & ventures and we offer flexible investments that meet your business’ needs.

 

Buying/Selling A Business?

We're connecting buyers & sellers through our Business Transition Matching Program!
Browse our current opportunities.

Business Registration

Speak with one of our staff over the phone as they guide you to search & register your business name through Service Ontario's online platform.

 
 
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CONTACT US TODAY!

Address
22 Peter Street South
PO Box 2525
Orillia, ON  L3V 7A3

Phone: 705-325-4903
Fax: 705-325-6817

We’d love to hear from you!

 
 
 
 
 
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