Local services and resources
Algonquin College Community Employment Services |
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Algonquin College Community Employment Services works with employers to help them find the right employees for their open positions, to assist with training costs, to offer coaching and mentorship, to provide information on government programs, to collect resumes for non-advertised positions or posting job postings, and to share human resources tools. Email Community Employment Services Phone: 613-735-4308 |
City of Pembroke resources |
Economic Development OfficeOur office is here to help you start, grow, or pivot your business or development. We will connect you with resources, walk you through our processes, and get you the information you need. Email the Economic Development Office Phone: 613-735-6821 ext. 1500 Community Improvement PlanThe City offers 10 grant programs through the Community Improvement Plan which range in dollar value and project type. Most grants are focused on commercial, industrial, or multi-use developments and buildings. Read about each grant, as well as the application process, on our City of Pembroke Grants page. Relevant by-laws
Find a full list of our accessible by-laws on our By-laws page. |
Enterprise Renfrew County |
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Enterprise Renfrew County's mandate is to encourage and contribute to the enterprising spirit and economic development of the County by assisting entrepreneurs with the development of new or existing companies. It is part of the Ontario Small Business Centres association, which has an e-learning platform covering a variety of topics. Email Enterprise Renfrew County Phone: 613-735-8224 |
Labour Market Group |
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The Labour Market Group of Renfrew and Lanark is funded by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, and works to provide accurate and timely labour market information to employers, job seekers, and organizations that use labour market data for strategic planning purposes. Phone: 613-735-4308 ext. 2843 |
Local Immigration Partnership |
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The Local Immigration Partnership Lanark and Renfrew is funded by Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), a department of the government of Canada, and supports the community in bringing together service providers, settlement agencies, community groups, employers, and other key municipal organizations to create a welcoming and inclusive community for newcomers. Email Local Immigration Partnership Phone: 613-735-4308 ext. 2878 |
Pembroke Business Improvement Area |
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The Pembroke Business Improvement Area (PBIA) represents the businesses and property owners in Pembroke's downtown core. It has a mandate to promote, maintain, and beautify downtown. All properties located within its boundaries are automatically members of the organization. Phone: 613-629-5555 |
Renfrew County and District Health Unit |
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The Renfrew County and District Health Unit provides information on health-related questions for businesses including on food preparation, food safety, aesthetics, and other regulations. Phone: 613-732-3629 |
Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation |
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Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation is designed to support enterprise, community-based development, and employment in Renfrew County. Supporting entrepreneurs, small and medium sized enterprises, and community not-for-profits who are creating local economic opportunities and high quality jobs, it offers key services in the following areas: repayable small business financing; business counselling services and resources; and, access to funding for community projects and small business. Phone: 1-833-930-5283 |
Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce |
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The mission of the Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce is to be a coordinating body providing a cooperative environment to support member businesses in the quest for growth and economic success by providing leadership, education, advocacy, communication, interaction opportunities, and tangible financial benefits. Phone: 613-732-1492 |
Other useful services and resources
2SLGBTQIA+ Business Guide |
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A guide by FedDev Ontario with links and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs. |
Business Development Bank of Canada |
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Business Development Bank of Canada, or BDC, is a federally-funded organization that provides financing and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses at every stage of growth. This includes access to the right tools and resources, such as training, networking, partnerships, and more. |
FedDev Ontario |
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FedDev Ontario works with businesses and organizations to create opportunities for clean, inclusive economic growth across Canada's most populous region. It provides funding programs, small business services, Indigenous support, and more. |
Futurpreneur |
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Futurpreneur is the only national, non-profit organization that provides financing, mentoring, and support tools to aspiring business owners aged 18-39. Its internationally-recognized mentoring program hand matches young entrepreneurs with a business expert from a network of more than 2,400 volunteer mentors. |
Job sites |
Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness and Ministry of Rural Affairs |
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The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness and Ministry of Rural Affairs is committed to growing Ontario’s agri-food sector and supporting rural communities, helping to create a stronger economy for the province. |
Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade |
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The Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade supports job creation, innovation, and economic growth for all Ontarians by delivering a range of programs, services, and tools to help businesses innovate and compete in today’s fast-changing global economy. |
Women in Business |
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