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Office of Economic Development

Phase 4 Reminders

Business Reopening Guidelines
 
Phase 4 began in the North Country on June 26! What does that mean for your business?

For all the details on where things stand, make sure you visit the NY Forward website.

You can also see Phase 4 specific guidelines here.

Mask Campaign

Participate in the "I Wear a Mask to Protect" Campaign!
 
The St. Lawrence County Public Health Department is encouraging residents and businesses to participate in the "I Wear a Mask to Protect" campaign.

The purpose of the campaign is to kindly encourage everyone to continue wearing face coverings when out in public to protect family, friends, and the community. Entries should be submitted by July 8 to be considered for inclusion in the final poster campaign.

For more information, or to learn how to participate, see this article in North Country Now.

Local Funding Reminder

Town of Canton COVID-19 Recovery Loan Program
 
The Town of Canton still has funding availability through their COVID-19 Recovery Loan Program.

For all the details, visit our website.

For questions, or to have an application sent to you, contact Leigh Rodriguez, Director of Economic Development.

E-Commerce Support

Updated Information on Bringing Your Business ONLINE
 
Interested in getting your business ONLINE? Need a website but don't know where to start? Want to do some minor online selling but need help?

Check out ANCA's E-Commerce Support Program Website for more information on how you can get connected to assistance.

Want to hear more about local developers who can work with you? Visit their YouTube channel and view each developer's video for a virtual Meet & Greet!

More Information

Businesses in Transition

Webinar

 
What Now? Planning for Succession in Uncertain Times - Wednesday, July 8 @ 10:00am EDT
 
Available Businesses
 
Interested in starting a new business but don't want to start from scratch? Information is available about new florist, cleaning, and accommodation businesses seeking new owners. Contact Dani Delaini at ANCA for more information.

IGNITE!

Crowdfunding for Small Businesses

 
Ignite! is a crowdfunding website for small businesses hosted by ANCA. They help small businesses raise money for projects that will make a substantial impact on their growth and expansion. 

For more information, check out their website!

Funding Opportunity

Healthy Food Financing Initiative

 
America's Healthy Food Financing Initiative has announced their Targeted Small Grants Program. Up to $3 million in funding is available for fresh food retail and food system projects that aim to increase access to healthy food in underserved areas.

For more information, click here!

Other Resources

Small Business Advising


Contact the SUNY Canton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for an appointment - 315.386.7312 or online here.
 

COVID-19 Online Resources


Canton Business Owners

We want to hear from you!
 
Email Jeni Reed, Economic Development Assistant, to share your thoughts, concerns, and stories.  We will respond with content and information that is tailored to your interests and needs for this time of uncertainty. 
 
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