BWG Economic Development

17/06/2024

04/06/2024

Mayor James Leduc and representatives of the OED had the pleasure to chat with Bill Skwarchuk and his family today, for a quiet celebration of Skwarchuk Funeral Home's 50th Anniversary.

Established in 1973, Skwarchuk Funeral Home has undergone a number of changes over the years, with multiple renovations transforming the original residential-style building into today's expanded multiple-room facility.

Despite a very busy day ahead, Bill was very generous with his time, providing a full tour and detailing how he started in the industry, expanded it and eventually brought three generations of his family into the business.

Thank you to Bill and all the members of the Skwarchuk family for your years of service to BWG and congratulations on five decades of business success!

04/06/2024

Congratulations Gradience Barbershop on their Grand Opening.

Rafid, the Nottawasaga Futures 2024 South Simcoe Business Excellence Awards Youth Entrepreneur category winner, was joined by Mayor James Leduc, Members of Council and representatives of the Bradford Board of Trade and Office of Economic Development in the celebration.

You can find the newly renovated Gradience Barbershop at 19 Holland Street East, and you can book hair cuts at https://gradiencebarbershop.com/

Welcome Rafid and crew!

04/06/2024

Congratulations to Mike McGraw, his family and staff, on the official Grand Opening of Bumper to Bumper Auto Service!

The warm day and sunny skies were a great backdrop for MP Scot Davidson, Mayor James Leduc, Members of Council, and representatives from MPP Caroline Mulroney's Office, the Bradford Board of Trade and the Office of Economic Development to welcome Mike and his team to BWG.

You can find Bumper to Bumper Auto Service Center, with its wide selection of automotive services, at 412 Holland Street West or online at https://local.bumpertobumper.ca/en/shop/on/bradford-west-gwillimbury/bumper-to-bumper-auto-service-center-412-holland-street-west

Welcome Mike and team!

27/05/2024

We formally welcomed The Bradford Kitchen Company to the BWG business community with a Grand Opening celebration.

The Bradford Kitchen Company was one of several businesses in BWG that opened during the COVID pandemic, so it was great to finally give them a warm welcome!

MP Scot Davidson, Mayor James Leduc, Members of Council and representatives from the Bradford Board of Trade and the OED were all on-hand to congratulate owners Han Duong and Jeffery Wheeler on persevering through COVID and establishing their thriving business.

The Bradford Kitchen Company offers kitchen renovation, design services and custom cabinetry and millwork. You can find their shop at 6 Industrial Court, Units 3 & 4. You can also see their work online at https://thebradfordkitchencompany.com

Congratulations Han and Jeffery!

22/05/2024

Philthy Philly's is under new ownership!

Mayor James Leduc, Members of Council, and representatives of the Bradford Board of Trade and the BWG Office of Economic Development were pleased to welcome new owners Jemish Dhola and Ravi Savani into the business community, and sample some of the great flavours of Philadelphia.

You can find Philthy Philly's Cheesesteaks & Poutinerie in West Park Plaza at 450 Holland Street West, Unit 10. Their menu of great sandwiches, poutines and salads - all made to order - can be found at https://philthyphillys.com/

Welcome Jemish and Ravi and thanks for bringing these great tastes to BWG!

22/05/2024

It was a fantastic Saturday to open the Bradford Farmers' Market and celebrate their 17th season!

MPP Caroline Mulroney, Mayor James Leduc, Members of Council and representatives of the Bradford Board of Trade and BWG Office of Economic Development were pleased to be on hand to welcome new Market Manager Jennifer Bahinski and usher in another great season.

The Bradford Farmers' Market operates each Saturday until October 12. They have a wide variety of vendors supplying fruits, vegetables, plants, meats, prepared foods as well as a variety of crafts.

Check them out at the BWG Library parking lot at 425 Holland Street West and online at https://www.bradfordfarmersmarket.ca/

06/05/2024

Wow, what a fantastic afternoon to celebrate a 40-year Business Anniversary. Congratulations to owner and local councillor Peter Dykie for four decades of success in business with Bradford Jewellery by Peter Dykie Jr. & Sons!

The shop was packed wall-to-wall with people who have known Peter and frequented his shop over the years. MP Scot Davidson, Mayor James Leduc, Members of Council (including those from years past) and members of the OED were all on hand with representatives from business networking groups, local businesspeople, family and friends to wish Peter and sons Justin and Aydan well.

Bradford Jewellery by Peter Dykie Jr. & Sons offers a great selection of jewelry and watches, as well as custom orders, repairs and great customer service. You can find them at 9 Holland Street East.

Congratulations Peter, Justin and Aydan!

03/05/2024

The OED is thrilled to congratulate the nominees and winners of the 2024 South Simcoe Business Excellence Awards, at the Gibson Cultural Centre in Alliston.

Mayor James Leduc, Deputy Mayor Raj Sandhu, Councillor Nickolas Harper and members of the OED were pleased to attend and present at the award ceremony, which recognizes outstanding businesses in the communities of Adjala-Tosorontio, BWG, Essa, Innisfil and New Tecumseth.

BWG businesses were very well represented, claiming four of the nine awards! Congratulations to:
• Lemar’s Pizza: Customer Service Award (10 + Employees) winner
• Magical Events: New Business Award winner
• Rafid Yousif owner of Gradience Barbershop: Youth Entrepreneur Award winner
• Kumi Canada Corporation: Technology Innovation Award winner
Other winners included:
• Meadows Apiaries & Meadery, Essa: Agricultural Award
• Taqueria El Norte, New Tecumseth: Business Excellence Award
• Alliston & District Humane Society, Adjala-Tosorontio: Community Excellence Award
• Pet Grocer, New Tecumseth: Customer Service Award (1-9 Employees)
• Nana Boateng of Alliston Flooring in New Tecumseth: Entrepreneur of the Year

Thank you to host municipality Adjala-Tosorontio and organizer Nottawasaga Futures for a wonderful evening, and for recognizing our great businesses!

22/04/2024

We are pleased to welcome BWG’s newest business, North Vapes.

Deputy Mayor Raj Sandhu (on behalf of Mayor Leduc who was unable to attend), Councillor Nickolas Harper and members of the Bradford Board of Trade brought warm wishes to owners Mustafa and Ali Sarwary for bringing their new venture to downtown Bradford.

North Vapes has a wide selection of va**ng products for sale. You can find them at 136 Holland Street East, Unit 2.

Congratulations and welcome!

22/02/2024

Honour a local business today!

Nominations are open for the 2024 South Simcoe Business Excellence Awards.

Full details are available on our website: https://bit.ly/3UQYu6y

Township of Adjala Tosorontio, Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury, Township of Essa, Town of Innisfil, Town of New Tecumseth

15/01/2024

Congratulations to Marven Bani and his family on the Grand Opening of BWG's newest business, Recharge Physiotherapy.

Mayor James Leduc, Members of Council and representatives from the Bradford Board of Trade and Office of Economic Development were all on-hand this weekend with a large group of Marven's family and friends to celebrate the occasion.

The newly renovated studio is open for business. You can find Recharge Physiotherapy at 126 Bridge Street, Unit 7 or online at https://bit.ly/3SilGbX