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#marketingsupport If you missed our recent live marketing workshop, Crafting Audiences with Mailchimp with Jennifer Baker, don't worry, we've got you! Visit the RTO 9 YouTube channel and watch the recorded session on your own time! 🚀This workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to harness the full potential of Mailchimp's audience management capabilities. 👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/ePAjPEyu JBC | Pushing Digital Boundaries We have more free workshops coming up. Check our website. Live sessions allow you to have your questions answered! https://rto9.ca/event/

#fundingopportunity #firstnations Launch of the First Nations Women’s Entrepreneurship (FNWE) Program First Nations Women’s Agriculture and Finance is excited to announce the launch of the First Nations Women’s Entrepreneurship (FNWE) program. This initiative aims to empower First Nations women entrepreneurs through financial support, training, and business coaching. This new program offers a valuable opportunity for First Nations women in Ontario to build and expand their businesses, including those in agri-tourism, while receiving professional guidance. Learn more👇🏼 https://bit.ly/3XxQqID Here are the key highlights: 🔶Micro-loans and Grants: Eligible First Nations women can receive up to $15,000 for start-up or business expansion projects. 🔶Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must be First Nations women (51% ownership), 18 years or older, not bankrupt, and reside in Ontario. They must also show that other financing options have been exhausted. 🔶Supported Businesses: The program is open to businesses located in Central and Eastern Ontario, with a focus on ventures that contribute to income growth and employment. Agri-tourism projects, as well as farm and food production businesses, are especially encouraged to apply. 🔶Additional Support: Successful applicants will gain access to workshops, meetings, and personalized business coaching to help grow their enterprises.

Reimagining Ontario tourism: RTO9 Summit sparks innovation. The recent RTO9 SEeON Tourism Summit in South Eastern Ontario featured insightful presentations on AI, rich cultural heritage, and innovative travel experiences! Read the blog: https://lnkd.in/ev8Xra8P View the summit recap and agenda here: https://lnkd.in/eXmcmV39 Thank you for attending. See you in 2025! #RTO9 #SEeON2024 #tourismdevelopment

📢Last call this free Marketing workshop 🚀Social Media 101: The Basics 📅 Tomorrow, Sept 17, 2024 🕧10am -11am 📍Online 🫱🏼🫲🏽Hosted by Karine Parthenais Mellow Brew Marketing 📝register today! https://lnkd.in/e66rHQkr Designed for beginners and anyone looking to solidify their understanding of social media platforms.

The deadline approaching fast for the Tourism Growth Program in Southern Ontario Applications are due by Sept 17, 2024 Regions and communities across Canada are home to a wide array of vibrant tourist attractions that not only draw visitors but also fuel economic growth. It’s important to recognize and support the businesses behind these attractions to help them flourish. Through Canada's regional development agencies (RDAs), the Tourism Growth Program (TGP) is providing $108 million over three years (2023-2026) to assist communities, small and medium-sized businesses, and non-profit organizations in enhancing local tourism products and experiences. The RDAs are collaborating with provincial and territorial governments, along with tourism partners, to ensure the program complements existing industry support, helps diversify regional economies, and contributes to Canada's overall economic growth. Indigenous businesses and non-profit organizations may qualify for non-repayable funding. Eligible Indigenous and not-for-profit entities can receive up to 50% of eligible project costs covered through non-repayable contributions. Projects must not start before September 17, 2024, and must be completed by March 31, 2026. To qualify, businesses must employ a minimum of 5 full-time equivalent staff (or 10 part-time employees). Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gcNSzZCN

We are kicking off the day with our keynote speaker Angela Nagy from GreenStep Solutions on the importance of sustainable tourism and reasons to tackle sustainability in business. #SEeONsummit

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for day one of the RTO 9 SEeON Tourism Summit! A special thank you to all of our panellists and guest speakers for sharing your expertise and passion with us, and to the makers who showcased their unique regional products. The afternoon sessions included special presentations from: Cathy Kirkpatrick from Alphabet® discussed the future of itinerary planning for destinations harnessing the use of AI. Oliver Martin, Senior Director with Skift, shared global insights and trends in the tourism industry. Chantal Sweeting, Sr. manager, content & UX from Destination Ontario on building a better website experience. Plus, panel discussions on grants & funding opportunities and experiential tourism. Your presence, insightful discussions, engaging presentations, and valuable connections truly envision the future of tourism growth in our region. We look forward to welcoming you for day #2 with a special focus on sustainable tourism.

ADaPT For Black Youth Participant Info Session 📅September 19, 2024 🕛12 pm - 1 pm 📍Online 📝Register- https://lnkd.in/eyEBiXRj The program is designed for Black youth in Ontario, aged 15 to 29, with a focus on two primary outcomes: Employment: Enabling Black youth and young adults to pursue and succeed in a wide range of high-quality employment opportunities. Retention and Mobility: Supporting Black youth in retaining employment and advancing in their careers. The program offers sector-based training, work placement and employment support, as well as career advancement opportunities in various sectors, including ICT. Additionally, it provides employer and sector readiness support. The goal is to ensure that Black youth are empowered to find and maintain meaningful, safe, and dignified work that aligns with their skills, potential, and career goals. ADaPT (Advanced Digital and Professional Training) #workforcedevelopment