Muskoka Small Business Centre

10/30/2026

✏ Fall 2026 Business Confidence Survey

Explorers' Edge is inviting businesses across the region to share their perspectives on current conditions, opportunities, challenges, workforce needs, investment intentions, and overall business confidence heading into 2027.

🔗 https://explorersedge.ca/resources/fall-2026-business-confidence-survey/
🗣 Community Sessions 2026

Explorers' Edge is also hosting a series of Community Sessions across the region on November 3 and 4. These sessions are an opportunity for residents, businesses, tourism operators, municipal leaders, community organizations, and stakeholders to hear about current initiatives, provide feedback, and help shape future priorities.

🔗 https://explorersedge.ca/events/community-sessions-2026/


Muskoka ON, Muskoka Small Business, Muskoka Tourism, Summer Tourism, Business Confidence, Community Sessions, Tourism Operators, Municipal Tourism

10/29/2026

👏🏻 That’s a wrap on the Muskoka Business Forum!

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this event such a success! From our speakers and community partners to the local business owners who joined us for a day of conversation, learning, and connection.

Together, we explored important topics like succession planning, AI, and the future of marketing in business, sparking conversations and sharing ideas that will help strengthen our local business community.

A special thank you to the following for their involvement:

The Town of Gravenhurst - Partner Municipality
The Gravenhurst Opera House - Venue Host
Emily Baillie - AI Trainer & Speaker
Sarah Gobeil - Succession Planning Speaker
Dave Munroe - AI Truistic B**r Bread Bakery
Meghan Pratt - Executive Director Gravenhurst Chamber of Commerce
Jay Gill - Broker, REMAX
Blooming Muskoka - Door Prize Sponsor
Lamorna Restaurant - Door Prize Sponsor
North Catering - Catering Partner

Here’s to continuing the conversations and growing together.
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Muskoka Small Business, Small Business Centre, Muskoka ON, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Huntsville, Georgian Bay, Muskoka Lakes, Business Development, Business Growth, Succession Planning

10/16/2026

🎟 Have you secured your tickets? We're only a handful of days away from the Muskoka Business Forum!

Join us for the Muskoka Business Forum, an afternoon designed to help you gain new insights, think strategically about your business and connect with other local entrepreneurs.

What we’ll be talking about:
• Succession planning
• Artificial intelligence
• Changing marketing strategies

October 21, 2026
12:00–5:00 PM
Gravenhurst Opera House.

Tickets are on sale now. Get yours today!

10/07/2026

🔹 Muskoka business owners & entrepreneurs: Are you ready for what’s next?

The business landscape is changing quickly. From artificial intelligence and evolving marketing strategies to succession planning and preparing for the future, there’s a lot for today’s business owners to think about.

🗣 Join us for the Muskoka Business Forum, an afternoon designed to help you gain new insights, think strategically about your business and connect with other local entrepreneurs.

What we’ll be talking about:
• Succession planning
• Artificial intelligence
• Changing marketing strategies

📅October 21, 2026
⏰12:00–5:00 PM
📍Gravenhurst Opera House.

Tickets are on sale now. Get yours today!

Join the Town of Gravenhurst and the Muskoka Small Business Centre for the Muskoka Business Forum, a special Small Business Week event that brings together local business owners, entrepreneurs, and community partners from across Muskoka.

10/03/2026

📅 Save the Date - October 21, 2026

The Muskoka Business Forum is coming to Gravenhurst! Join us for an afternoon of insights, connections, and conversation around:

• Succession Planning
• AI
• The Future of Marketing

📅 October 21, 2026 | 12:00–5:00 PM
📍 Gravenhurst Opera House
295 Muskoka Rd S, Gravenhurst, ON

Whether you’re building your business, planning what’s next, or navigating a changing market, this is an event to have on your radar.

🔗 https://forms.bracebridge.ca/Planning-and-Development/Purchase-Tickets-for-the-Muskoka-Business-Forum?previewmode=9af4b3d7-ac05-4c0c-bbf9-b4c2903415cc

09/15/2026

08/24/2026

Last week, we celebrated our 2026 Summer Company Program participants at their graduation ceremony!

We’re proud of this year’s young entrepreneurs and all they’ve accomplished throughout the program. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate and, most importantly, for supporting the next generation of local entrepreneurs. Your encouragement helps young businesses grow and thrive in our community.

Learn more about our program graduates 👇
🔹CATT Solutions | Cayman Adair | [email protected]
🔹Gamper Web Strategies | Elijah Gamper | www.gamperwebstrategies.com
🔹Muskoka Apiary | Oliver Adkinson | [email protected]
🔹Muskoka Guided E-Bike Tours | Jacob Daleman | www.muskokaebike.com
🔹North Echo Audio | Silas Knappett | www.northechoaudio.com
🔹Wheely Clean Co | Spencer Jackson | www.wheelycleanco.com

Applications for the 2027 Summer Company Program will open in February 2027.

Know an aspiring young entrepreneur in Muskoka? Tell them about the Summer Company Program!

🔗Visit www.muskokasmallbusiness.ca to learn more.

08/18/2026

Interested in the Starter Company Plus Program?

Attend the Muskoka Small Business Centre's upcoming virtual information session on Zoom to explore the program, review eligibility requirements, and find out what to expect throughout the application and program process.

Date: Friday, August 21, 2026
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 PM

‼ Registration is required!
🔗Visit https://calendly.com/book-msbc to register and learn more.

08/14/2026

Start or grow your small business in Muskoka with expert support & up to $5,000 in funding!

The Starter Company Plus Program is designed for aspiring and established entrepreneurs who are ready to start, grow or buy a small business. Get the support to turn your goals into a clear plan and take your next step with confidence.

Successful applicants receive:
✅ Practical business training & workshops
✅ Mentorship & networking opportunities
✅ A chance to pitch for up to $5,000 in funding
✅ Expert business guidance

Applications are open until August 27, 2026. Apply today and turn your business goals and dreams into a reality!

🔗 Visit https://muskokasmallbusiness.ca for more details and to apply.

Please click the link to complete this form.

08/12/2026

Need guidance for your business? 💼

Book a free, confidential one-on-one business consultation with Elizabeth Cornish, Managing Business Consultant at the Muskoka Small Business Centre. Get expert guidance and gain practical advice tailored to your business.

Appointments are available:
✔️ In person
✔️ Virtually via Zoom
✔️ Over the phone

To book a consultation, visit: https://calendly.com/book-msbc

Need help booking or have a question? Contact us at:
📧 [email protected]
📞 705-646-9021