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April 8, 2021
Media Release Economic Development

Free “How to Develop Your Mandatory COVID Safety Plan” webinars available for Huron County businesses and organizations.

Huron County Economic Development is joining the Stratford Perth Centre for Business, a department of investStratford, to offer 7 free webinars in April on “How to Develop Your Mandatory COVID Safety Plan” for general businesses, festivals and events, and cultural industries. To learn more or to register for one of these webinars, or any other free webinars hosted by Huron County Economic Development, please visit Huron County Economic Development on Facebook and Eventbrite.

March 31, 2021
Media Release Administration & Clerk's Office

Huron County residents urged to continue following public health directions for a safe and enjoyable Easter weekend

Sunshine, warmer temperatures, and fresh spring blossoms are lifting spirits across the County as Huron heads into the long weekend. There is much to be joyful about, but as residents prepare for holiday celebrations they are reminded that the risks of COVID-19 remain steady. Residents should continue to follow all public health recommendations this Easter weekend.

March 30, 2021
Media Release Economic Development

Three Huron County Businesses Receive $5,000 Grant from Starter Company Plus Program

The County of Huron, in partnership with the Province of Ontario, have awarded three Huron County entrepreneurs grant funding of $5,000 to support their start-up and growth efforts through the Starter Company Plus program. For more information about the Starter Company Plus program, please visit ecdev.huroncounty.ca or contact Patrick Donnelly, Entrepreneur and Business Coach, at 519.524.8394 ext. 3307 or by email at pdonnelly@huroncounty.ca.

March 26, 2021
Media Release Museum & Gaol

Last Chance to Visit Reflections: The Life and Work of J.W. (Jack) McLaren at the Huron County Museum

The Exhibit, Reflections: The Life and Work of J.W. (Jack) McLaren, is on at the Huron County Museum until April 30, 2021. Visit https://www.huroncountymuseum.ca/reflections/ for more information.

March 24, 2021
Media Release Museum & Gaol

Huron Heritage Fund Deadline Approaches

May 1, 2021 is the next deadline for individuals and organizations to submit applications for the Huron Heritage Fund. More information about the application process can be found on the Huron County Museum’s website at https://www.huroncountymuseum.ca/huron-heritage-fund/.

March 15, 2021
Media Release Planning

County of Huron Official Plan 5 Year Review Nears Completion

The Huron County Official Plan 5 Year Review process is nearing completion. The public is invited to learn more about the proposed Official Plan update by attending the final virtual Open House, which is scheduled for March 30th at 7PM. For more information and registration, visit https://www.huroncounty.ca/plandev/county-official-plan/huron-county-official-plan-five-year-review/.

March 12, 2021
Media Release Emergency Services

Huron County Paramedic awarded Southwest Ontario Regional Base Hospital Program (SWOBHP) 2020 Medical Director’s Commendation Award.

County of Huron Paramedic, Zia Khogyani, awarded Southwest Ontario Regional Base Hospital Program (SWOBHP) 2020 Medical Director’s Commendation Award.

March 9, 2021
Media Release Economic Development

Measuring Experiences of Discrimination in Huron

Throughout the month of March, Huron County Immigration Partnership has collaborated with agency partners to conduct a survey on the experiences of discrimination in both Huron and Perth region. Visit www.huroncounty.ca for more information.

February 16, 2021
Media Release Economic Development

Humanizing Our Differences explores topics surrounding equity, diversity and inclusion in Huron County.

Huron County’s Immigration Partnership releases a new panel series called Humanizing Our Differences. he series can be found on the County of Huron’s Immigration Partnership webpage and will provide multi-faceted perspectives on how we can embrace differences.