Economic Development Programs & Services 

  Business Support & Advisory Services

Personalized guidance to help your business thrive.

We provide hands-on support to local entrepreneurs, business owners, and investors, including:

• One-on-one tailored business advisory and development coaching through our professional Economic Development team
• Help navigating zoning, permitting, and available land
• Guidance on grants, funding programs, and financial planning
• Support through our Business Concierge Service

We’re here to remove barriers and help local businesses succeed at every stage of growth.

  Entrepreneurship & Youth Development

Building an entrepreneurial culture for the future.

Thorhild County is investing in programs that spark innovation and youth leadership, including:

• A new Youth Entrepreneurship Program focused on skill-building and creative problem-solving
• Youth-focused initiatives that connect students to real-world career and business paths

These programs plant the seeds for long-term economic leadership and community pride.

  Community Development Initiatives

Supporting vibrant, welcoming communities.

We work with community groups and hamlet leaders to improve public spaces, promote community identity, and encourage local investment. Current priorities include:

• Local tourism and recreation enhancement planning
• Community business events and networking sessions

These initiatives support both economic vitality and quality of life in Thorhild County.

  Workforce & Employment Programming

Responding to real workforce needs.

We are partnering with local employers and service providers to deliver:

• Workforce Needs Assessment (underway) to align training with labour gaps
• Employment counselling and business-led job matching
• Promotion of trades, certifications, and youth pathways to employment

This approach ensures local talent is prepared for local opportunity.

  Regional & Strategic Partnerships

Stronger together.

Thorhild County collaborates with regional municipalities and economic development organizations to:

• Share investment attraction and marketing efforts
• Co-deliver business and tourism initiatives
• Leverage provincial and federal program funding
• Stay aligned with broader economic trends and priorities