Economic Development in Woolwich

Founded in 2007, Explore Waterloo Region is the Destination Marketing Organization for the Region of Waterloo. We are a nonprofit organization responsible for marketing our destination to increase the number of visitors and length of stay. We also work with our partners to promote festivals, events, attractions, restaurants and hotels and to develop new product offerings.

Explore Waterloo Region is an initiative of the Region of Waterloo and its seven member municipalities, including Woolwich. The goal: to deliver a single, focused message that Waterloo Region is a dynamic, year-round destination with much to offer the individual traveller, families on vacation and corporate visitors.

Explore Waterloo Region has partnered with hundreds of members to further their marketing efforts by promoting the Region to high-potential markets.

Explore Waterloo Region maintains an events calendar covering the region. It is a storehouse of information on area entertainment, restaurants, attractions and accommodation choices. We also offer information and assistance specific to the needs of meeting planners, tour operators, sport event planners and travel media. Visit the events calendar. 

Syed Sameer S. Ahmed, Trade Commissioner

Tel: 519-571-6656

Email: Sameer.Ahmed@international.gc.ca

Amy Britten, Senior Business Advisor

Advisor Tel: 519-571-6074

Email: Amy.Britten@ontario.ca 

Erin D'Alessandro, Director, Business Development and Client Services

Tel: 519-747-2541 ext 300
Email: Erin.DAlessandro@waterlooedc.ca

Waterloo EDC offers free international expansion services for companies looking to locate, relocate or expand to Waterloo, Canada. Our client-first approach focuses on your company’s specific needs, whether it be securing talent, office space, government support or R&D opportunities. Our team is here to help your business grow and succeed in Waterloo.

Chris Farrell, Manager Tel:519-741-2604

Email: info@waterlooregionssmallbusiness.ca

The Waterloo Region Small Business Centre encourages and contributes to the enterprising spirit and economic vitality of our community by assisting entrepreneurs with the development of new or existing businesses. The centre provides a variety of services to individuals preparing to start and grow their business in the Waterloo Region, including: business registration assistance; one-on-one business consultation and advice; market research assistance; seminars; events & networking opportunities; public computer workstations; library & reference materials; and, youth entrepreneurship incentives.

Tel: 519-846-9839

Toll Free: 1-866-997-9928

Wellington-Waterloo Community Futures (WWCF) promoting economic growth of the County of Wellington and the Region of Waterloo, WWCF offer two types of services including business financing (for start-ups, small business expansion, and community projects), and an award winning business training program. 

Economic Development & Tourism Officer

Tel: 519-669-6020

*Our Economic Development focus has shifted to assisting businesses with accessing Federal and Provincial financial aids, working with partners to promote business services that are still available (like restaurants offering take-out and retail stores offering online purchasing) and continuously monitoring economic impact so we can make informed decisions towards recovery, when the time comes. We are committed to doing what we can to support businesses and continue to monitor and act as required to the needs of the business community.

The Economic Development Division provides services to support three major objectives designed to encourage and promote a stable, diverse and strong business community in Woolwich.

• Encouraging new investment in Woolwich
• Supporting existing business with their expansion needs
• Assisting small business and new entrepreneurs to establish in Woolwich

Staff of the Economic Development Division is ready to assist you with your business requirements. Please contact us:

• If you are considering expansion, relocation or establishment of a new business in Woolwich
• For assistance in searching for available land or buildings for your business
• For economic, statistical and market information
• For assistance dealing with government agencies
• Or if you require general business information

As part of the Township of Woolwich's economic development strategy, the Township, in partnership with local businesses holds multiple events throughout the year to showcase our business leaders and share in their success stories. 

Sponsorship opportunities

Looking for a way to "give back" to your community? Have you ever considered sponsoring a program, activity or event? We have several opportunities for sponsorship available throughout the year including business networking events, State of the Economy, and supporting the growth and achievements of agriculture through the Agriculture Innovation Showcase.

In return for your sponsorship, we will include your organization/company name and logo on the flyers, posters and online advertisements for the event, and indicate your support in our social media coverage.

For more information on the opportunities available, please contact the Economic Development & Tourism Officer.