Digital Mainstreet program info


Ronnie Quesnel has a technical support background and experience with a variety of tools and technologies.  Helping small businesses grow digitally during a difficult time is something I look forward to and hope to achieve.  Ronnie is a digital service squad member who helps main street businesses achieve digital transformation by assisting with onboarding and grant application procedures.  He helps main street businesses grow by activating and implementing free, easy-to-use digital tools and technologies.
 
North Grenville businesses outside of Downtown Kemptville can reach Ronnie at rquesnel@northgrenville.on.ca
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WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM DO?
creates and configures your online store
trains you on how to manage it
provides support to get your online store live
helps with marketing the store
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
under 10 full time employees (25 if a restaurant)
registered business in Ontario
can be a business or artist
home based or commercial business
WHAT ARE THE PROGRAM BENEFITS?
free 1:1 support with building and launching an online store
ad credits including $100 for Facebook and Google
free .CA domain registration
and many more
WHAT IS THE FUTURE PROOF PROGRAM?
Future Proofing Main Street is meant as a detailed deep dive to support businesses and cultural organizations that require support in either transforming their business model or developing and implementing an advanced digital transformation plan. The Future Proof team has six teams of five called Transformation Teams. Each team consists of a Copy Writer, Digital Marketer, Graphic Designer, UX/UI Designer, and Web Designer.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
The business must be registered and/or incorporated in Ontario.
The business cannot be a corporate chain or franchise, including those individually owned and operated.
The business can be a commercial or home based location
Applicants must be able to commit to working 1 hour a day, Monday through Friday (between 9am to 5pm) for up to 6 weeks of the program.
 
Our Digital Service Squad is available to help businesses go digital! Meet Julie (downtown business rep) and Ronnie (all other businesses). They can help you update your online presence and connect you with available grants and programs.
⚠️ Heads up ⚠️ Applications for the $2,500 Digital Transformation Grant are due on November 30! Contact the Squad to see if you are eligible!
Learn more and get in touch with them at www.InvestNorthGrenville.ca/DSS