The Town of Orangeville's Economic Development and Culture office is committed to fostering the economic resiliency of our community. Our convenient location, educated workforce, and spirited community are among the many reasons businesses build and grow in Orangeville.
Economic growth is one of our Town's strategic priorities. We focus on developing and maintaining an attractive business environment in Orangeville and increasing tourism and cultural opportunities. Contact us to find out how we can help your business grow and flourish here.
Meet the Team
The Town of Orangeville’s Economic Development and Culture team is a group of passionate people committed to helping your business develop and grow. We work together using a diverse set of skills and backgrounds to offer tailored guidance and resources to suit your business needs.
Katrina Lemire | Economic Development and Culture Manager
Mark Jamieson | Small Business Enterprise Centre Co-ordinator
Vicki Sword | Tourism and Culture Officer
Betty Ann Lusk | Administrative Assistant
Ashley Noseworthy | Marketing and Projects Co-ordinator (on leave)
Becky Ewald | Marketing and Projects Co-ordinator
Our Services
The activities of the Economic Development and Culture office aim to assist the existing business community while encouraging new business development. We are available to support businesses at every stage of development – emerging, launching, expanding, and relocating. We invite all business owners to take advantage of our full range of services including:
- detailed information on Orangeville's business environment including statistics and demographics
- site selection support including listings of available industrial and commercial properties for sale or lease in Orangeville
- programs and incentives offered by all levels of government, local partners, and business associations
- assistance for entrepreneurs and small business owners through the Orangeville and Area Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC)
- development and expansion of initiatives to stimulate the Town's tourism and cultural sectors
- assistance with and facilitation of community-based development projects and services, including initiatives geared to downtown revitalization and workforce development
The Town of Orangeville's Economic Development and Culture/SBEC primary office is located in Orangeville and open for both in-person visits or virtual appointments. Twice per month, the Orangeville and Area SBEC operates a satellite office in Shelburne. Please contact us to schedule an appointment to discuss your needs.
Our Location and Hours
The Town of Orangeville's Economic Development and Culture/SBEC primary office is located in Orangeville and open for both in-person visits or virtual appointments. Twice per month, the Orangeville & Area SBEC operates a satellite office in Shelburne. Please contact us to schedule an appointment to discuss your needs.
Orangeville
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Shelburne Satellite Office
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Our Work
The Economic Development and Culture office prepares and publishes plans, reports and studies that provide information about our business community and guide the objectives of our team. Our work is also supported by the Economic Development and Culture Committee, a dedicated group of volunteers that makes recommendations to Council regarding the promotion of economic growth and stability in the Town.