A new program aimed at revitalizing main streets across southern Ontario is set to launch next month in both St. Thomas and West Elgin.
The My Main Street Local Business Accelerator program, launched in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, focuses on creating and maintaining vibrant and inclusive local main streets while providing residents, new entrepreneurs, and existing businesses with economic opportunities.
Sean Dyke, CEO of the St. Thomas Economic Development Corporation says Talbot Street in St. Thomas, along with main street communities in Rodney and West Lorne will be supported with a dedicated Main Street Ambassador.
Dyke says that $100,000 in grants will help support each community during the program.
He adds that the team at the EDC is excited to both attract new businesses and help existing businesses grow now and into the future.
The My Main Street Local Business Accelerator program stream, will support the revitalization of 65 main street communities, and provides non-repayable contributions for more than 650 local businesses across southern Ontario.
