Did you know that 98 percent of the businesses in Canada are small businesses?
That means shopping small can lead to big things!
When you shop small, you support business owners in our community, who employ your friends and neighbours: Your son or daughter’s coach. People who know your name! Plus, you contribute taxes that make our community stronger.
At Country 102, we’re celebrating the role small businesses play in driving our economy!
We encourage you to “Shop Small” and be part of something big!
This month, we feature Muskoka Futures
Muskoka Futures has launched the Muskoka Business Recovery Fund, intended to support businesses impacted by the global pandemic by providing financing with generous terms to help them as they recover.
Under the Muskoka Business Recovery Fund, small businesses who have been unable to qualify for current COVID-19 support programs can apply for a loan of up to $40,000 to support operating costs.
Loans will be established at 0% interest and no payments are required until December 31, 2022. Repayments can be voluntarily made at any time and 25% of any loan (up to $10,000) is eligible for forgiveness. Other conditions apply.
Applications for the Muskoka Business Recovery Fund are available at www.muskokafutures.ca or email rrrf@muskokafutures.ca for more information.
This fund is supported by FedNor and the District of Muskoka.
If you’d like to have your business or service featured on our Shop Small feature, contact grow@country102.ca!