Economic Development - City of Kawartha Lakes

Economic Development - City of Kawartha Lakes City of Kawartha Lakes Economic Development Office is here to help guide your business growth. Welcome to the Kawartha Lakes Economic Development page.

The purpose of this pages is to share information about economic, community, and cultural development in Kawartha Lakes with our many businesses, residents ,and visitors. We hope we will be able to provide you with inspiring local stories and great resources to help you thrive in Kawartha Lakes. If you are looking for the official source of information about the City of Kawartha Lakes, please visi

t our website at https://kawarthalakes.ca

We value the opportunity for dialogue that Facebook provides and while this is an open forum, it is also a family-friendly one and we ask that you follow our posting guidelines. The City reserves the right to remove any comments that contain vulgar language, personal attacks of any kind, or that is deemed discriminatory, slanderous, or obscene. Comments should reflect the topic or subject. We do not allow:
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We reserve the right to delete any post and block the poster that does not follow these rules. You agree to participate at your own risk, taking personal responsibility for your comments, your username and any information provided. Communicating with the City of Kawartha Lakes can also be done by calling our Municipal Call Centre at 705-324-9411 or 1-888-822-2225 between 8:30am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday, or by visiting our Contact Us webpage: https://www.kawarthalakes.ca/en/municipal-services/contact-us.aspx

👋 Meet the Kawartha Lakes Business Count team in action! 👋The 2026 Kawartha Lakes Business Count is underway.This summer...
06/18/2026

👋 Meet the Kawartha Lakes Business Count team in action! 👋

The 2026 Kawartha Lakes Business Count is underway.

This summer, our team will be connecting directly with businesses across the municipality to gather important information about our local economy, workforce, and business landscape.

The Business Count provides a clear and up-to-date understanding of how our business community is evolving. This information supports planning, program development, and long-term economic growth in Kawartha Lakes.

If a team member stops by your business, we encourage your participation. You can also complete the survey online.

Learn more or participate here: https://www.kawarthalakes.ca/businesscount

Fenelon Falls & District Chamber of Commerce Lindsay & District Chamber of Commerce Coboconk, Norland & Area Chamber of Commerce Bobcaygeon Chamber of Commerce

Join us this evening to learn about our Indigenous Reconciliation Strategy! We are developing this strategy to help buil...
06/17/2026

Join us this evening to learn about our Indigenous Reconciliation Strategy! We are developing this strategy to help build respectful relationships with local Indigenous communities and individuals in Kawartha Lakes.

We'll be at the Victoria Park Armoury in Lindsay (210 Kent Street West) from 6pm to 8pm for this drop in event. Come out to learn more and provide your input.

More information about the strategy can be found on Jump In: https://jumpinkawarthalakes.ca/indigenousreconciliation

Ontario retailers - are you championing local?The Awards are back and nominations are now open!The Ontario Made Retail...
06/17/2026

Ontario retailers - are you championing local?

The Awards are back and nominations are now open!

The Ontario Made Retailer Spotlight Award recognizes retailers that are actively sourcing from Ontario manufacturers, building lasting supplier relationships, and creating real opportunities for local producers to grow within retail markets.

If you are stocking Ontario-made products, working directly with local manufacturers, or helping consumers discover what is made right here in Ontario - this award was built for you.

Nominations close July 24, 2026. Apply here: bit.ly/ontariomadeawards

Think it's too early to start planning to retire and sell your small business in 2031? 🤔 Think again.Are you wondering h...
06/17/2026

Think it's too early to start planning to retire and sell your small business in 2031? 🤔 Think again.

Are you wondering how much your business is worth, how to prepare for a sale, and how to find buyers? Business Valuator, Michael Riseley, will chat with our Small Business Centre this month to shed light on what to expect when selling.

📅 Tuesday, June 30
🕙 10am-12pm
📍 Virtual (this keeps it confidential if you're not ready to announce your plans)
🔗 Register here: https://KLSBC-Selling-Your-Business.eventbrite.ca

The day you should start thinking about your exit plan is the day you start your business, so we welcome all small business owners to this one!

Now open Wednesday through Monday 10-4pm for the 2026 summer season. Weekly demonstrations. Connect directly with area a...
06/16/2026

Now open Wednesday through Monday 10-4pm for the 2026 summer season. Weekly demonstrations. Connect directly with area artists in a one of a kind location

Our June Arts, Culture and Heritage newsletter is now out! Find out more about our Legends and Lore Walking Tours, the 1...
06/16/2026

Our June Arts, Culture and Heritage newsletter is now out! Find out more about our Legends and Lore Walking Tours, the 100th Anniversary of the Balsam Lake Canoe Tragedy, the history of the Tradewind Toys building in Lindsay and much more.

Pick up your print copy at one of our Service Centres or read this summer's issue online: https://kawarthalakes.me/3SH54xa

Join us on this Wednesday to learn about our Indigenous Reconciliation Strategy! We are developing this strategy to help...
06/15/2026

Join us on this Wednesday to learn about our Indigenous Reconciliation Strategy! We are developing this strategy to help build respectful relationships with local Indigenous communities and individuals in Kawartha Lakes.

We'll be at the Victoria Park Armoury in Lindsay (210 Kent Street West) from 6pm to 8pm for this drop in event. Come out to learn more and provide your input.

More information about the strategy and a community survey can be found on Jump In: https://jumpinkawarthalakes.ca/indigenousreconciliation

The clock is ticking to find the oldest lifelong resident of Kawartha Lakes! Let us know by June 30 if this could be you...
06/15/2026

The clock is ticking to find the oldest lifelong resident of Kawartha Lakes! Let us know by June 30 if this could be you (or a family member), so we can share a reflection on our community in an upcoming publication.

Reach out to [email protected] with your details.

We’re here celebrating Bobcaygeon’s 150th event today! Lots to see and celebrate on this beautiful day. stop in and say ...
06/13/2026

We’re here celebrating Bobcaygeon’s 150th event today! Lots to see and celebrate on this beautiful day. stop in and say “Hi!” next to the locks!


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