Invest Renfrew County

10/15/2026

Cycle tourism is set to grow in Renfrew County! On November 10, Ontario By Bike is hosting a free workshop help prepare businesses and communities to connect to the benefits of the developing Eastern Ontario Rail Trail Loop (EORTL) and how to tap into the expected increase in cycle tourism.

EORTL Cycle Tourism Destination Development & Community Workshop
Tuesday, November 10 from 9:30AM-11:30AM – In person at the Calabogie Community Hall, including trail project updates, info on business opportunities, guest speakers, networking time and refreshments

Pre-registration & additional info: required. https://EORTLcalabogieworkshop.eventbrite.ca

Ontario By Bike

10/07/2026

⏱️ This is the last week to submit your application for the October 14 deadline.

OTF will review Step 1 submissions to confirm if the eligibility requirements for Sector grants have been met.

If the organization and its project are eligible, the applicant will be invited to submit Step 2 of the Sector grant application.

Apply now: https://otf.ca/our-grants/community-investments-grants/sector-grant

09/30/2026

On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation we honour the Survivors of the residential school system and remember those who never came home.

09/24/2026

The Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF) is now open for applications. The CSRIF is a $500 million program that provides funding to municipalities, Indigenous communities, non-profit organizations and (for new builds only) for-profit organizations through two program streams for projects that:

repair or upgrade existing sport and recreation facilities (Stream 1)
build new and transformative sport and recreation facilities (Stream 2)

Application intake is now open. You must apply by Tuesday, December 22, 2026, at 4 p.m. Eastern Time.

Learn how to apply for funding to repair, upgrade or build sport and recreation facilities.

09/24/2026

AS the weather turns cold, that means we are getting closer to Small Business Month, and once again, Enterprise Renfrew County has an amazing lineup of workshops to support and promote small businesses in Renfrew County. Make sure to sign up early to save your spot.

Small Business Month events are back!

Bridges to Business Empowerment guides business owners to adapt to economic uncertainty, rising costs, workforce challenges, and rapid technological change with resilience, creativity, community support, and optimism. It positions networking and knowledge-sharing as critical tools for building stronger businesses and thriving communities. With 4 events to choose from occurring across the region, sessions focus on future-ready strategies that help entrepreneurs navigate challenges while building businesses that are sustainable, agile, and purpose-driven.

To Register Visit: https://www.enterpriserenfrewcounty.com/workshops-events

Hosted by Enterprise Renfrew County in partnership with Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation , which is funded by the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario). Sponsored by , Northern Credit Union , the Town of Petawawa , , , Whitewater TownshTownship of Horton , and Madawaska Valley . This webinar is delivered locally by Enterprise Renfrew County and funded in partnership with the Government of Ontario.

09/23/2026

Nominations are now open for the Rural Ontario Inspiration Awards, recognizing the people and organizations whose leadership and ideas are making a difference across rural Ontario.

Know someone whose work is making a difference?
Nominate them today.

Ontario.ca/RuralAwards

Nominations are now open for the Rural Ontario Inspiration Awards, recognizing the people and organizations whose leadership and ideas are making a difference across rural Ontario.

Know someone whose work is making a difference?

Nominate them today.

Celebrating community, economy and opportunity.

Ontario.ca/RuralAwards

09/22/2026

Strong communities are at the heart of rural Ontario.
This , we're proud to celebrate the people, partnerships and community spirit that help Renfrew County thrive.
Celebrating community, economy and opportunity.

09/20/2026

We're proud to join communities across the province in celebrating Rural Ontario Week.
This week recognizes the people, businesses and one-of-a-kind places that make rural Ontario an important part of Ontario's success and a great place to live, work and grow.
Celebrating community, economy and opportunity.

09/18/2026

A great opportunity for a lunch-and-learn for business owners in the Renfrew area.

REGISTRATION CLOSES SOON!

The Renfrew and Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to providing learning, training, and resources to our Members! Thanks to the Generous Sponsorship of Prima Living Quail Creek Retirement Residence, we are happy to invite you to this amazing free opportunity!

Meghan Sutherland from Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation will speak about Strategy, Systems, and Funding for Local Business. This is a great oppotunity for Business Owners to learn about the various programs and services available for them, to help their business succeed.

Whether you are expanding, struggling, adapting to a changing business climate, or just want a free lunch and some time out of the office, register for this amazing opporunity! This is open to all business owners/leaders in the community!

September 24, 2026
11:30am-1:30pm
450 Albert St, Renfrew (Quail Creek)

Register before September 20: https://renfrewareachamber.ca/.../the-growth-blueprint.../

09/14/2026

The IESO 2026 Stakeholder & Community Engagement Survey has been extended and will now close on September 18, 2026.
If you have not yet completed the survey, this is a great chance to help prioritize Renfrew County's future electricity needs ~It only takes 15 minutes to complete using the link below:

As Ontario’s electricity system continues to change and grow, the IESO recognizes that maintaining the trust and confidence of stakeholders and communities is essential to supporting a reliable and affordable electricity system that powers economic growth. Survey findings will help the IESO un...