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Business
Getting Creative with Business in 2021
It has been a month since the Ontario Provincial Government announced the province-wide lockdown and it’s time to get creative! We hope these lockdowns won’t last as long as last March, but many retail, service, and other businesses are now in a position to make it to the other [...]
COVID-19: Still a Part of Business in 2021
As we start a new year we can reflect on the previous one. The year 2020 was hard for many people, organizations, and businesses, the COVID-19 virus seemed to appear from thin air and changed the lives of Canadians forever. Last March, when the lockdowns started, our team here [...]
Digital Main Street is Back!
The term “Business as Usual” does not apply in 2020. Nothing has been usual, predictable, or normal this year, and it has been a challenge for many businesses to adapt to the changes presented by COVID-19. This pandemic has affected the global economy, as well as our local community, [...]
Tourism
Wrapping Up 2021
With 2021 coming to an end, its hard not to reflect on the year we have had. More challenges and hardships. More lockdowns and isolation. Its so easy to get caught up in the negative media about new case counts, businesses closing and struggles we have all had. So [...]
Staycation in Almaguin, Where we can Rediscover our Flow
There’s something unique about Almaguin. The nature, people, wildlife, artists, performers and villages all offer a humbling experience. There is an equal combination of residents who lived here, moved away, then came back with worldly experiences to offer, new residents from all over the world, and residents who have lived here since birth [...]
The Road Best Taken
Upon opening my door to spring buds and bird songs and bidding farewell to Almaguin’s winter wonderland, I determine to get outside and take advantage of all that nature has to offer. As my heart bursts with a renewed energy to explore the many beautiful places I dreamt about [...]
Lifestyle
The Great Powassan and Area Farmstand Tour
If you’re looking to combine your love of outdoor activities and great local food, Almaguin is definitely the hotspot for both! Discovery Routes, a not-for-profit organization which supports an expansive network of trails winding through the rugged landscapes of Ontario’s Near North, is releasing the first of a series [...]
The New World of Agriculture
The world of agriculture is changing. And while we are at a moment of real crisis, we are also at a moment of opportunity and choice. Years ago, as industrial farming progressed, we lost our small family farms. With industrial farming, we have seen fewer, larger farms, a loss [...]
International Womens Day in Almaguin
International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day of celebration in recognition of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's equality. The 2021 campaign theme is #ChooseToChallenge. With challenge, comes change! We’re encouraging women in [...]
Notices
COVID-19 Best Practices and Resources for Businesses
COVID-19 presents an unprecedented challenge to our businesses here in Almaguin. The ACED team is working hard to provide businesses with relevant resources and best practices that can help your businesses through this challenging time. Check back often for updates and new resources. Click the button below see our [...]
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I have recently had the help of Ciara Stead and Digital Mainstreet which is part of Almaguin Community Economic Development.
My business is not on a main street so I did not qualify for a grant however I have acquired an invaluable amount of help from this program with my website and social media. I built my website on squarespace with little to no experience and Ciara has improved the appearance, productivity and made it much more user friendly site. My social media is now all connected making it easier to post and ensuring my posts are as effective as possible.
The most helpful part of all of this is that she taught me how to do it myself so in the future I can keep improving my business pages. Ciara also comes with a spectacular 360° camera. No business is to small for them to help. Very grateful for your help stepping up my business.