The biggest Business Retention and Expansion program in the region’s history just got a little bit larger.
Economic Development Manager with the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville Ann Weir says earlier this week the communities of Augusta, Merrickville-Wolford and Rideau Lakes launched BR+E programs. According to Weir all three communities will be working with the United Counties to create four surveys, one from each community and one from the counties.
Business Retention Officer with the United Counties Krista George says their goal is to assist businesses that are already heavily invested in the community to flourish and expand. Businesses will be contacted and asked to complete a survey about their concerns and needs; these results will then be reviewed so local governments have a better understanding of what enterprise in the area needs. Weir says they want to be sure businesses in the area can grow while remaining in our community.
According to Weir they are planning to contact over 300 businesses right now but interested parties are encouraged to reach out and ask to be surveyed. Business owners who would like to take part can do so by contacting George at 613-342-3840 extension 5368 or via email at [email protected].