HNCEA - Huron North Community Economic Alliance

08/19/2026

A great resource to highlight from Mississauga First Nation! 👏

For Indigenous entrepreneurs looking to start a business, grow an existing one, or explore self-employment, Waubetek Business Development Corporation offers a range of supports throughout Northeastern Ontario.

From business financing and planning support to training, workshops, and programs, there are some excellent resources available to help turn a business idea into reality.

This is worth sharing! 💼🌱

07/22/2026

Entrepreneurs - Drop in for a coffee & learn what resources are available!

07/22/2026

Entrepreneurs - join us on August 27th for an info & networking event at Wh**ky Rocks Richards Landing St Joseph Island!

07/21/2026

06/30/2026

🚀 Big Boost for Huron North Communities!

Hey Huron North! Ready to supercharge our local economy?

The Ontario government’s Rural Ontario Development Program is designed exactly for places like ours - helping create strong businesses, attract jobs and talent, spark economic growth, and upgrade community infrastructure that matters. 

Municipality, not-for-profit, First Nations organization, or small rural business, this is your chance to build capacity, diversify our economy, develop our workforce, and turn great ideas into real progress!

Highlights:
• Funding for economic strategies & plans
• Workforce attraction & retention projects
• Community infrastructure upgrades
• Business development support
• And more!

Next application window opens soon: August 17 to October 1, 2026. Don’t miss it!

If you’ve got a project that could make a real difference in Huron North, let’s team up! Reach out to HNCEA, we’re here to help turn opportunities into action for our region.

Together, we’re building a stronger, more prosperous Huron North! 💪

Get funding to help create strong businesses, boost economic growth, protect jobs and improve infrastructure in small communities.

05/08/2026

Strong funding applications are built through collaboration.

Many grant programs place significant value on regional partnerships, community support, and projects that create broader impact across multiple communities and sectors.

As organizations begin preparing for upcoming funding opportunities like the Ontario Rural Development (ROD) Program, HNCEA can help connect municipalities, businesses, organizations, and community partners to strengthen projects and applications.

Building partnerships early can help create stronger applications, larger regional impact, and better long-term outcomes for our communities.

Contact HNCEA to get you started!

Get funding to help create strong businesses, boost economic growth, protect jobs and improve infrastructure in small communities.

04/10/2026

If you’re a local entrepreneur, check out this event in SSM!

The Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre is partnering with the Ontario Centre of Innovation to bring a free in-person Learning Session.