Peterborough PPE Retail Hub
Ontario's Main Street Relief Grant: PPE support
The provincial government provides support for small businesses with the unexpected costs of PPE. Eligible small businesses will get one-time grants of up to $1,000.
The provincial government provides support for small businesses with the unexpected costs of PPE. Eligible small businesses will get one-time grants of up to $1,000.
- Effective February 16, 2021, eligibility for this grant has been expanded to cover more small businesses
- More information about the grant
- Apply for the grant
The businesses below have indicated they have supply of the following items:
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Fabricators
Peterborough also has a number of businesses that can help with metal
framing or metal work needs: |
Help With Re-Opening
A number of businesses are offering information and help to businesses with re-opening:
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Gowns
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Cleaning Services
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If your company is able to supply any of the above please let us know and we'll add you to the list. Email Lindsay.
Business Resources for Recovery
Ontario Launches Education Campaign to Help Workplaces Reopen Safely
Excerpts from Government of Ontario News Release, February 19, 2021
The Ontario government is launching new health and safety education campaigns, with a particular focus on helping small businesses across the province reopen safely. The on-the-ground assistance includes a comprehensive suite of resources business owners can access at no cost to ensure they are helping prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace.
The full suite of government educational supports available includes:
For more information on these tools, visit covid-19.ontario.ca/covid-19-help-businesses-ontario.
Other safety resources:
Excerpts from Government of Ontario News Release, February 19, 2021
The Ontario government is launching new health and safety education campaigns, with a particular focus on helping small businesses across the province reopen safely. The on-the-ground assistance includes a comprehensive suite of resources business owners can access at no cost to ensure they are helping prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace.
The full suite of government educational supports available includes:
- Free webinars on how to operate a business safely, and comply with health and safety requirements, during COVID-19.
- A free 30-minute online course on infection prevention and control provided by the Public Services Health and Safety Association.
- Provincial Employment Standards Call Centre (webes@ontario.ca) and Occupational Health and Safety Contact Centre (webohs@ontario.ca) to answer small business health and safety questions.
For more information on these tools, visit covid-19.ontario.ca/covid-19-help-businesses-ontario.
Other safety resources:
- To help businesses understand how to use health and safety guidance to develop a safety plan for their unique situation, the government has developed a toolkit that includes a guide, template and checklist.
- Financial supports for businesses include the Workplace Safety Insurance Board’s Health and Safety Excellence Program, which offer rebates to safe employers.
Public Health resources for business
- Peterborough Public Health: Workplace Guidelines & Resources Home Page
- Businesses that May be Open (O. Reg. 82/20)
- Business Toolkits, Checklists & Safety Plans
- Mandatory Face Coverings: Information for Owner/Operators/Employers
- Screening for COVID-19
- Workplace COVID-19 Prevention
- Signage
- Guidance for Restaurants, Bars and Nightclubs
- Resources for the Agricultural Sector
- Sector by Sector Guidelines
- Supporting your Employees' Mental Health
- Information for Parents
- To learn more about COVID-19 levels by region, and which level Peterborough Public Health is in please visit the COVID-19 Response page.
Government of Ontario Stop the Spread Business Information Line
Businesses who have questions about closures of workplaces or how emergency measures impact their business or employment can call the Stop the Spread Business Information Line at 1-888-444-3659. Help is available from Monday to Sunday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Businesses who have questions about closures of workplaces or how emergency measures impact their business or employment can call the Stop the Spread Business Information Line at 1-888-444-3659. Help is available from Monday to Sunday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Student Work Placement Program
The Magnet Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) brings together employers, students, and post-secondary school stakeholders to create quality work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities.
The program provides employers with wage subsidies to hire post-secondary students for paid work experiences. Students in turn benefit with quality work experience so they can secure employment in their chosen fields of study.
Employer applications are now being accepted.
Interested in learning more? Connect with Si at 705-748-9771 x206 or siam@peterboroughchamber.ca
The program provides employers with wage subsidies to hire post-secondary students for paid work experiences. Students in turn benefit with quality work experience so they can secure employment in their chosen fields of study.
Employer applications are now being accepted.
Interested in learning more? Connect with Si at 705-748-9771 x206 or siam@peterboroughchamber.ca
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Recovery Activation Program
Receive fully-funded immersive training, mentoring and support to assist with digital modernization – at no cost to you. The Recovery Activation Program (RAP) offers the support you need to evolve your business, digitally transform, and adapt to the new normal. It all starts with a 30-minute digital assessment. Access the Digital Needs Assessment |
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A Communications Guide And Template Signage For Businesses That Are Reopening
This communication guide and template signage (including ready-to-print signs) are now available in a stand-alone format. This guide is provided by the Canadian Chamber and Business Resilience Network.
Access the Guide
This communication guide and template signage (including ready-to-print signs) are now available in a stand-alone format. This guide is provided by the Canadian Chamber and Business Resilience Network.
Access the Guide
The Think Tank - Road to Recovery Series
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Chamber President and CEO Stu Harrison has launched a video series called The Think Tank. The first series will focus on Business Recovery Strategies and then expand to include conversations with community thought leaders.
Browse the Full Playlist |
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Pandemic Guidance for Higher-risk and Essential Occupations and Industries
- Downloadable Tip Sheets from Canadian Centre for Occupational H & S
Business Continuity Resources
- Business Pandemic Preparedness Checklist from Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS)
- Business Continuity Guide - Canadian Centre for Occupational H & S
Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development Business Collaboration Portal
Insights & Resources from Grant Thornton LLP - Peterborough
Cyber Security
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MicroAge Technology Solutions
Staying Secure When Working Remotely COVID-19 Phishing Scams |
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Keeping your Business Secure
From the DBIA March 18, 2020 Newsletter
Peterborough Police have additional officers patrolling downtown. Aside from watching for suspicious activity, officers will be checking doors and businesses to ensure buildings are secure.
Tips for keeping your business secure:
From the DBIA March 18, 2020 Newsletter
Peterborough Police have additional officers patrolling downtown. Aside from watching for suspicious activity, officers will be checking doors and businesses to ensure buildings are secure.
Tips for keeping your business secure:
- Keep lights on
- Remove ALL cash and receipts
- Do not leave any valuables clearly visible or accessible
- All safes and tills should be emptied and moved off-site for safe storage
- Keep all cash drawers open to show that nothing is in the drawers
- All ATMs should be emptied and moved off-site for safe storage
- All alcohol products remove from bar and put in secured storage area
- Deactivate all scheduled door openings
- Disconnect all kitchen gas lines from their gas source
- Make regular visits to your shop/business to manage inventory and storage conditions
Sign up for COVID-19 Email Updates
If you have produced a COVID-19 specific document please email Lindsay.
