Join us for International Women's Day 2026 with Keynote Speaker Jenn Walker!
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Celebrate International Women’s Day with an empowering evening inspired by this year’s theme, Give to Gain.
What's New
Call to Action: Advocate for Rural Ontario’s Future
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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) is seeking input through a short questionnaire to inform its Rural Development Action Plan. If you live, work, or lead in a rural community, your feedback will help shape future policies and programs.
Saugeen Connects Hosts 5th Annual Advancing Women Economically (AWE) Series, Launching in Celebration of International Women’s Day.
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Saugeen Connects—a partnership between the Saugeen Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) and the municipalities of Brockton, Hanover, Minto, Wellington North, and South Bruce—is committed to helping women entrepreneurs thrive.
Launch of the Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII)
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FedDev Ontario has launched the Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII), a $357.7 million national program supporting southern Ontario businesses in accessing domestic and international defence supply chains. The initiative helps companies with dual-use products or those pivoting into the defence sector build innovation and growth capacity.
Fall Outlook: A Look Back at Q2 and What's Coming Next
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As we step into our third quarter and the fall season, there’s a fresh sense of momentum in the air! The changing season brings new opportunities, and we’re ready to carry forward the progress we’ve built together.
BizLink™ Program Set to Expand Across Western Ontario
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Community Futures Western Ontario and the Orillia Area CDC are expanding the BizLink™ Program to support small business succession and strengthen rural economies across Western Ontario.
Saugeen Connects SSUP Comes to a Seasonal Close!
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After a very successful 6th summer, Saugeen Connects wishes to thank the sponsors,
participants and contributors who made this summer’s 2025 Student Start-Up Program possible!
Tariff Information & Support 2025
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We understand that tariffs can create challenges for businesses, and we want to ensure that you have the resources and support you need to navigate these changes successfully.