About Us
The team of professionals at Economic Development Services look forward to assisting you grow or relocate your business in Chatham-Kent.
Business Attraction Services
Promoting Chatham-Kent to the world, communicating with senior national and international business leaders and provincial and federal government decision-makers to identify Chatham-Kent as a location for new investment. Maintaining an inventory of land and buildings available for development, and assisting with site selection activities.
Business Retention and Expansion Services
Acting as the champion and spokesperson for local business. Gathering community intelligence and supporting businesses’ special issues. Enhancing the existing business infrastructure.
Small Business Centre
Providing business start-up support and on-line business registration to entrepreneurs in cooperation with the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade
University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus
Providing and developing agri-business and alternative energy opportunities. Working with the University of Guelph/Ridgetown Campus to provide business support services through the Ag Business Centre.
Service/Commercial Services
Attracting new investment and supporting the existing service and commercial sectors in Chatham-Kent. Working with local business organizations including Chambers of Commerce and Business Improvement Areas in support of service and commercial issues and activities.
Tourism Services
Providing support to the local tourism sector through destination marketing and product development. Fostering partnerships with local tourism operations and attractions. Coordinating seasonal visitor information services.
Newcomer Services
Promoting Chatham-Kent as a location for new residents including immigrants and active retirees.