The solution to the dearth of rental units in Centre Wellington is not necessarily offering incentives to build but removing the red tape that gets in the way, says a group of local builders.
Business
COVID-19 rapid tests now available to small, mid-size businesses
GUELPH – The Guelph Chamber of Commerce is providing COVID-19 rapid screening kits for free to small and medium-sized businesses in Guelph.
Frustrated hairstylists start Red Balloon Wednesdays reopening campaign
WELLINGTON COUNTY- Hairstylist Erin Kiers, owner of Hybrid Hair and Detox Spa, put red balloons out front of her Mount Forest store on May 26. She was joined by hairdressers all over the province who are lobbying the Ontario government to allow them to open on June 14.
Company expanding broadband network in Puslinch Township
PUSLINCH – Standard Broadband Limited is expanding its fibre internet network in Puslinch. The Canadian-based telecommunications carrier is currently installing fibre internet cable in the eastern portion of the township, near Morriston and Arkell.
Fergus resident part of cake collaboration for anniversary of George Floyd’s death
FERGUS – Kellie Barclay was the only Canadian to participate in an international cake collaboration recognizing the one year anniversary of the death of George Floyd.
Guelph-Wellington businesses can now sign up to join the circular economy
GUELPH - Businesses in Guelph and Wellington County can now sign up to join the circular economy.
Hammond Manufacturing Company expanding to Minto
PALMERSTON – Minto council has approved the sale of a large parcel of industrial land here, paving the way for an industrial operation expected to create between 25 and 30 manufacturing jobs in its initial phase.
Employee at Elora Brewing Company tests positive for COVID-19
ELORA - The Elora Brewing Company closed on May 20 after learning a staff member tested positive for COVID-19.
Businesses urged to contact township for help accessing pandemic assistance
MAPLETON – Mayor Gregg Davidson is urging township businesses to reach out to the local economic development department if they need help due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Awards of Excellence going online this year
CENTRE WELLINGTON – The Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce (CWCC) is holding the 21st Awards of Excellence online.
BlueTriton takes over Nestle Waters; local groups oppose permit renewals
ABERFOYLE – Not much will change in Aberfoyle or Hillsburgh as BlueTriton Brands Inc. officially takes over water bottling operations from Nestlé Waters Canada.
New medical facility offers ‘one-stop shop’ for community
CENTRE WELLINGTON – Officials say the new Trailside Medical Centre offers a “one-stop shop” for healthcare in the community, in addition to a collaborative approach to patient care for medical professionals.
‘Sign wars’ popping up across Wellington County
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Businesses in and around Wellington County have been participating in "sign war" challenges recently. The friendly competitions, started to promote local businesses and entertain the community, proved popular in nearby Listowel recently and were also common in the U.S.
Traffic concerns may complicate Mount Forest grocery store proposal
MOUNT FOREST – Wellington North councillors are concerned a proposed grocery store in the north end of Mount Forest could exacerbate existing traffic issues in the area.
New jobs and housing portal launched for northern Wellington
WELLINGTON COUNTY - The Northern Wellington Economic Development Partnership (NWEDP) has launched a new Northern Wellington Jobs and Housing Portal, nwjobsandhousing.ca.