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Township of
Stirling-Rawdon

234 North St.
PO Box 40
Stirling, ON K0K 3E0

Municipal Office
Phone: 613-395-3380
Fax: 613-395-0864

info@stirling-rawdon.com





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Community Profile

Facade & Signage Improvement Programs

Since the Township of Stirling-Rawdon has created the Façade and Signage Improvement Area Commercial Property Improvement Grant/Loan Program we have seen substantial improvements to many business locations in the downtown area. This has noticeably increased traffic within the downtown and attracted new customers to these unique venues.

Within the past two years the municipality has approved 14 Grant/Loan applications and we are very excited that business owners are taking advantage of this opportunity. The facade and signage applications are added to the agenda of the Economic Development meeting each month and approved by the committee if applicants meet the necessary requirements.

This program has been very successful and has continued to create interest with investors when it comes to opening a new business in Stirling. The Municipality looks forward to continuing this program and improving the look of the downtown area.

Signage purpose of Grant/Loan
Facade purpose of Grant/Loan
Facade & Signage Application Form



Click here for before and after photos of the latest downtown improvements!




Invest in Stirling-Rawdon


Investment opportunities await you in the Township of Stirling-Rawdon.

To view a list of industrial and commercial properties available for sale and lease, click Invest in Stirling.





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BizPaL is an online service that allows you, the entrepreneur or business owner, a central place to find all the permit and licence information needed to start or grow your business.

Follow the simple question and answer wizard to answer questions about what activities you would like to do to start your business. You will generate a complete list of needed permits and licences from the municipal, provincial, and federal levels of government in one place.





Downtown Information Package

Stirling-Rawdon has recently created a Downtown Information Package through Economic Development to promote the downtown area and specific business opportunities that are available. This is a critical component to the overall promotion and attraction of investment in your area. The main benefit of creating an information package is its universal nature, which can be quickly adapted depending on the situation or inquiry. The Stirling Downtown Information Package contains the following components:

- Downtown Overview
- Location Information
- Demographics and Market Data
- Market Strengths and Trends
- Business Mix in the Downtown
- Business Opportunities
- Promotion Calendar
- Downtown Revitalization Program
- Business Regulations & Incentives
- Building Profiles
- Contact Information
 

Community Improvement Plan

Community Profile Community Strategic Plan

The  Stirling-Rawdon Community Profile  presents community level information from the
2006 Census of Population
.

In addition to these statistics, the following information and services are provided:

- Location
- Municipal Services                                      
- Transportation
- Utilities
- Emergency/ Health Care Services
- Recreation/ Culture
- Major Employers
- Real Estate Services
- Education
- Calendar of Events
- Community Organization
- Government Services



The Community Strategic Plan was developed for Stirling-Rawdon in 2005. This report aims to establish community priorities and make choices that will guide future initiatives, set goals and action plans, and ensure that the needs of the community are being addressed in a comprehensive and objective way.





MAIN STREET REVITALIZATION PROGRAM


Objective
  • Establishing a vision for future development.
  • Enhancing local pride and instil a sence of belonging.
  • Stimulating the local and regional economy.
  • Empowering and involve the local citizenry.
  • Developing the social and cultural life of the area.


Concept designs for the Stirling Identity wall.

Priorities/ Projects

- Enhancing all entrances by landscaping around the Stirling-Rawdon welcome signs.
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Maintaining flower baskets on street lights and around the downtown.
- Assisting with improvements on all sides to Jim’s Pizza & Restaurant located at the main intersection.
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Improvements to parking area behind Jim’s Pizza.
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Improvements/enhancements to the small wall near James/Mill St. intersection next to Cameo Flower shop.
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Improvement plan for area along Rawdon Creek behind the buildings on Mill Street.
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Improvement plans for alley ways or drive ways in downtown core in between buildings.
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Continue partnership with the Township of Stirling-Rawdon with the availability of applications for Facade Improvements.




Concept





Past Accomplishments


Since February, 2005 the CIA committee has worked together to identify the issues confronting the town and to learn as much as possible about the local economic and social situation.  Now armed with this knowledge, Stirling is entering the action stage where they have released a strategic plan and begin to act on their findings and recommendations.  The success of this initiative hinges on the collaboration and participation of all members of the community.  It is development of the community, by the community.

The Township of Stirling-Rawdon in partnership with the Stirling Community In Action (CIA) main street revitalization committee has had the opportunity to work together and take action to strengthen the downtown through several projects. One of the major additions to the downtown since this partnership has been the Stirling Identity Wall. This was constructed at the main intersection and gives members of the community the opportunity to contribute and support the achievements and further growth of the village.



Reinvestment Figures/ Gains in Business Opportunities

The primary objective for this project was to create a brand for the collective Main Street Revitalization Initiative which was intended to build recognition for the overall program. These individual towns have build recognition based on a unique property, such as the Stirling Festival theatre creating its “Stirling Charm”.

Through this branding strategy our goal has continued to be the revitalization of each of the downtown areas. Stirling is committed when it comes to satisfying their permanent resident’s needs by encouraging members of the community to shop locally, encourage long time cottage owners/ visitors to think about converting to becoming a permanent resident, and encourage visitors to stop and enjoy the community instead of flowing through on to an alternate destination.

ComfortCountry and Main Street have seen a majority of improvements take place since this project began. We have seen many physical improvements in partnership with Economic Development such as new street lights, street signs, the construction of the “Stirling Identity Wall” and much landscaping and additions that have truly beautified the downtown area. By creating a partnership with the other three municipalities involved with ComfortCountry we have also had the opportunity to organize workshops and events for business owners so that improvements can be made and they can have the opportunity to learn and potential increase the success of their business.

Since the Township of Stirling-Rawdon has created the Façade and Signage Improvement Area Commercial Property Improvement Grant/Loan Program we have seen substantial improvements to many business locations in the downtown area. This has noticeably increased traffic within the downtown and attracted new customers to these unique venues. Within the past two years the municipality has approved 14 Grant/Loan applications and we are very excited that business owners are taking advantage of this opportunity. This program has been very successful and has continued to create interest with investors when it comes to opening a new business in Stirling. The Municipality looks forward to continuing this program and improving the look of the downtown area.







FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN STIRLING-RAWDON CONTACT:

Elisha Maguire
Economic Development Officer

Township of Stirling-Rawdon
234 North St., Box 40
Stirling, ON K0K 3E0

(p) 613-395-3341
(f) 613-395-0864
edo@stirling-rawdon.com





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