Peterborough PPE Retail Hub
(PPE, Signage, Test Kits, Cleaning Supplies, and more)
(PPE, Signage, Test Kits, Cleaning Supplies, and more)
The businesses below have indicated they have supply of the following items:
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.
FREE Rapid Antigen Screening Kits Available to Businesses in Peterborough City & County
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Ontario and Canadian governments, has launched the COVID-19 Rapid Screening Initiative. Businesses (including non-chamber members) with 150 employees or less can access free screening kits as an additional tool to help keep workplaces safe.
The Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce and Kawartha Chamber of Commerce and Tourism have partnered with MPP Dave Smith to provide these kits to businesses in the City and County of Peterborough.
Register your business and order your kits
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Ontario and Canadian governments, has launched the COVID-19 Rapid Screening Initiative. Businesses (including non-chamber members) with 150 employees or less can access free screening kits as an additional tool to help keep workplaces safe.
The Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce and Kawartha Chamber of Commerce and Tourism have partnered with MPP Dave Smith to provide these kits to businesses in the City and County of Peterborough.
Register your business and order your kits
Business Resources for Recovery
Ontario Adding New Resources To Protect Workers
Excerpts from Government of Ontario News Release, September 27, 2021
More than 100 new health and safety inspectors are graduating today and will be visiting workplaces in construction, industrial and health care settings. With the support of provincial offences officers, the inspectors will be deployed to help educate workers and businesses about the newly-launched vaccine certificate.
Over the coming weeks, in consultation with local public health units, Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development inspectors and other provincial offences officers will continue conducting inspection and education campaigns to ensure businesses are following COVID-19 safety requirements.
To help businesses stay on top of health and safety guidance, the province has also launched the new Workplace Safety Plan Builder, a free interactive tool making it easier for workplaces to create and update their COVID-19 safety plans. The tool was developed specifically to support small businesses and was designed with their input.
The safety plan builder will lead employers through an easy process to create and update an online safety plan that is right for their workplace. It also allows for easy customization and employers who sign up for updates will be notified when information is changed, allowing them to stay up to date with current guidance and requirements.
Additional Resources
Excerpts from Government of Ontario News Release, September 27, 2021
More than 100 new health and safety inspectors are graduating today and will be visiting workplaces in construction, industrial and health care settings. With the support of provincial offences officers, the inspectors will be deployed to help educate workers and businesses about the newly-launched vaccine certificate.
Over the coming weeks, in consultation with local public health units, Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development inspectors and other provincial offences officers will continue conducting inspection and education campaigns to ensure businesses are following COVID-19 safety requirements.
To help businesses stay on top of health and safety guidance, the province has also launched the new Workplace Safety Plan Builder, a free interactive tool making it easier for workplaces to create and update their COVID-19 safety plans. The tool was developed specifically to support small businesses and was designed with their input.
The safety plan builder will lead employers through an easy process to create and update an online safety plan that is right for their workplace. It also allows for easy customization and employers who sign up for updates will be notified when information is changed, allowing them to stay up to date with current guidance and requirements.
Additional Resources
- Businesses can also access free training for their health and safety representatives through Ontario’s Small Business Health and Safety Training Program. Small businesses will be reimbursed $150 for the representative’s training time.
- Resources to prevent COVID-19 in the workplace
- Screening for COVID-19: Guidance for employers
- COVID-19 safety checklist for workplaces
- COVID-19 self-isolation and return to work
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.
Local Help With Re-Opening
A number of businesses are offering information and help to businesses with re-opening:
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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Canadian Business Resilience Resources from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce
Here you will find the supports, information, tools and resources your business needs to make it through the COVID-19 pandemic and plan your recovery.
Access the Resources
Here you will find the supports, information, tools and resources your business needs to make it through the COVID-19 pandemic and plan your recovery.
Access the Resources
Vaccine Resource Hub from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce
The Vaccine Resource Hub provides businesses with a one-stop-shop to help in building vaccine confidence amongst their team. This includes practical guidance for how employers can speak with their employees about vaccinations.
Access the Resource Hub
The Vaccine Resource Hub provides businesses with a one-stop-shop to help in building vaccine confidence amongst their team. This includes practical guidance for how employers can speak with their employees about vaccinations.
Access the Resource Hub
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.
