For up-to-date information on the Community Futures program in Southwestern Ontario and the latest news from the Federal and Provincial government that has an impact on the business community see below. This page is updated frequently.
Call to Action: Advocate for Rural Ontario’s Future
January 16, 2026 Canada’s shared prosperity is closely tied to the strength, resilience, and long-term sustainability of its rural communities. While the challenges facing rural regions are well documented, the real opportunity lies in turning strategy into action—and that moment is now. Your voice matters. On December 15, the Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary […]
READ MORECareer Opportunity – Full-time Business & Lending Advisor: Grand Erie Business Centre ( Haldimand County and the Township of West Lincoln)
Grand Erie Business Centre Inc. (GEBC) is currently seeking a permanent full-time Business & Lending Advisor. GEBC is a private non-profit business development corporation that has been serving Haldimand County and the Township of West Lincoln since 1989. We provide financing, consultation, support and advice to small businesses within this area. GEBC is […]
READ MOREWestern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Champions Growth of Life-Saving Isotope Ecosystem
620 Tomlinson Drive Saugeen Shores, ON N0H 2C0 soic.ca FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 6, 2025 Regional Wardens pass resolution supporting Southwestern Ontario’s leadership in isotope innovation and economic development (Saugeen Shores, Ontario) The Southwestern Ontario Isotope Coalition (SOIC) welcomes Friday’s resolution from the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC), which formally signals the Caucus’ support for […]
READ MOREAHead Simulations Receives SOFII Support to Transform the Future of Hearing Care
We’re excited to share that AHead Simulations, a cutting-edge Canadian med-tech company improving hearing outcomes worldwide, has received funding through the Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation (SOFII), administered by Community Futures Western Ontario. Based in Kitchener, AHead Simulations is reshaping hearing healthcare through two breakthrough products: CARL (Clinical Assistant for Realistic Learning), a […]
READ MORECrafty Ramen Receives SOFII Funding to Scale Production, Accelerate Innovation & Expand into New Markets
Crafty Ramen Receives SOFII Funding to Scale Production, Accelerate Innovation & Expand into New Markets Bringing Restaurant-Quality Ramen to Homes Across Canada We’re excited to share that Crafty Ramen, an innovative Canadian food company known for bringing restaurant-quality ramen to households nationwide, has received funding through the Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation […]
READ MOREBuilding the Future: AXE Living Wins SOFII Funding to Deliver More Affordable Homes Faster
We’re excited to share that AXE Living, a leader in delivering high-quality, sustainable homes quickly and without surprises, has received funding through the Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation (SOFII), administered by Community Futures Western Ontario. Believing in the strength of AXE Living’s innovative product and mission, Frank Rupcic, General Manager, and Volker Loetfering, […]
READ MOREPasta with Purpose: SOFII Backs Chickapea’s Vision for a Better Future
July 22, 2025 Canadian-Made, Purpose-Driven: Chickapea’s Mission to Make Healthy Eating Simple and Sustainable We are thrilled to announce that Chickapea, an innovative women-owned food company based in Collingwood, Ontario, has secured funding through the Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation (SOFII), delivered by Community Futures Western Ontario. This achievement marks a […]
READ MOREEmpowering Surgeons, Enhancing Outcomes: Intellijoint Surgical Receives SOFII Support
July, 2025 Strategic funding helps deliver critical insights to orthopedic teams, reinforcing Intellijoint’s commitment to innovation without complicating workflows. We’re excited to share that Intellijoint Surgical, a leading medical technology company enhancing patient outcomes in joint replacement surgery, has received funding through the Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation (SOFII), administered by […]
READ MORELocal Entrepreneurs Secure Over $40,000 in Investments at Hawks’ Nest 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Local Entrepreneurs Secure Over $40,000 in Investments at Hawks’ Nest 2025 Dragons’ Den–inspired competition empowers rural business dreams Hanover, ON – June 19, 2025 — A packed house at the Hanover Civic Theatre witnessed innovation, courage, and community support in action at the highly anticipated Hawks’ Nest 2025 business pitch competition. […]
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