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Rural Ontario Development Program (ROD) Guidelines - Business Development

Rural Ontario Development Program (ROD) Guidelines - Business Development
Learn how to get money to fund projects that improve rural businesses.
Overview
The Rural Ontario Development (ROD) Program provides Cost-Share funding to support activities that create strong rural businesses in Ontario by funding projects that:
address barriers to economic development
build capacity to attract, retain and expand businesses
better position rural businesses to attract or retain investment

Interest and Penalty Relief Period Ends October 1, 2025

Interest and Penalty Relief Period Ends October 1, 2025
In April 2025, the Ontario government introduced six months of interest and penalty relief for businesses to temporarily delay payments for select provincial taxes. This relief period ends on October 1, 2025.
To avoid interest and penalties, Ontario businesses must pay any outstanding taxes from April 1 to October 1, 2025, by October 1, 2025.
If you need to make a payment, please use ONT-TAXS online or contact the Ministry of Finance at 1-866-668-8297.

Tips & Tricks to Surviving Construction Season

Written by Written by: Chelsea Armstrong   |   July 14, 2025 Digital Main St,
The latest blog breaks down how to keep your business visible (and profitable) while the roads are a mess. From local promo hacks to turning construction crews into unexpected brand ambassadors, we’re sharing digital tips to help you stay visible, stay competitive, and stay connected with your community.
It’s that time of the year again! 

Anticipated Canada Post strike approaches

As the anticipated Canada Post strike approaches, small and medium-sized businesses in Ontario must act swiftly to mitigate disruptions in logistics, customer communication, and day-to-day operations. Below is a practical solution strategy to help your business stay agile and continue serving customers efficiently.
 
1. Diversify Shipping Partners Immediately
Establish accounts with alternative carriers to reduce dependency on Canada Post. Recommended options include:
Purolator – Often operational even during postal strikes.

Search Engine Optimization: Understanding the Basics

Search Engine Optimization: Understanding the Basics
In this webinar, you will learn about search engine optimization and best tactics you as a business can use towards increasing your ranking in the search engine result pages. Learn what SEO is, keyword importance, copywriting for SEO, on- and off-page tactics, technical SEO, auditing sites for search engines.
 
Register Here today!