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Tenure – an employee rewards DEIB tech disruptor

Tenure, based in Collingwood, is one of the hottest tech start-ups of the year, recently making #17 in the Top 500 hottest tech companies at Collision 2023, a prestigious Toronto-based fintech competition. Recently selected for the Calgary-based Fintech Showdown and...

VanderMarck Boutique Hotel – a destination for memorable experiences

The VanderMarck Boutique Hotel opened its doors in May 2019 at a landmark location in downtown Collingwood. Its building was originally established in 1912 for the town doctor and onetime Mayor Joseph Arthur by renowned Toronto Architect Eden Smith at the corner of...

Georgian College finds innovative solution to labour challenges for two resorts

Georgian College has been supplying co-op students and graduates from its hospitality and tourism programs to businesses in the Collingwood area for many years. So, when it became apparent there was a need for more sustainable labour, the college was quick to respond...

Collingwood Youth Centre is ‘the’ go-to place for youth

Collingwood Youth Centre is so much more than a drop-in centre for youth of ages 12-18. Through the Centre, youth can learn new skills, connect with peers and mentors, gain access to useful resources and engage in fun activities. The Centre was started by a group of...

Why Collingwood?

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As one of the top places in Ontario to open and operate a small business, Collingwood boasts a growing population and a thriving business community. Collingwood acts as gateway to the South Georgian Bay region, with stunning landscapes that encourages an active lifestyle, and inspire the local arts & culture community. Collingwood is home to an exceptional primary, secondary, and post-secondary education system, as well as integrated healthcare services, extensive career opportunities and a wide range of shopping choices in historical, harbourfront downtown Collingwood.