The City invites the community to celebrate Economic Development Week May 6–10 through activities linked to the City’s 2022-2026 Economic Development and Tourism Strategy.
What is Economic Development Week?
Economic Development Week is an international campaign created by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) to increase awareness of local programs that create jobs, advance career development opportunities, and increase quality of life. Economic Development Week celebrates all things economic development.
Running dates: May 6-10, 2024
Full schedule
Monday, May 6
Theme: Employment Survey
The City is conducting its annual employment survey targeting local businesses between May and August 2024 to help us learn more about current trends in our local economy and inform business support programming.
Activity: Check out the 2023 Employment Survey report.
Tuesday, May 7
Theme: Support Local
Champion innovation and celebrate entrepreneurs by exploring local businesses. Guelph Shops Business Spotlight Profiles are a great way to learn about the variety of local businesses in Guelph.
Activity: Check out local business profiles or reach out to [email protected] to feature your business.
Wednesday, May 8
Theme: Workforce development
Guelph Works Epic Job Fair focuses on matching local talent with local employers who are hiring full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions. This event is open to anyone looking for a new job opportunity.
Activity: Register today to attend the Guelph Works Epic Job Fair on May 8, 1-5:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 9
Theme: Business support
Running a business can be challenging; fortunately, various programs and resources are available to support you along the way.
Activity: Visit our Grow Guelph partners and source available resources.
Friday, May 10
Theme: Investment attraction
Regions can create jobs, spur innovation, and drive economic growth by encouraging investment in related industries and infrastructure by identifying and attracting specific industries or companies.
Get involved
Share your love for local businesses, success stories, and local support networks on social media using #GuelphShops and #GuelphEconDevWeek and follow @InvestInGuelph to join the conversation.
The toolkit below has been developed for businesses, organizations, and residents who would like to get involved with promoting Economic Development Week. The toolkit includes sample social media posts, hashtags, newsletter content, and images.
2024 Economic Development Week Toolkit
For more information
Kurtis Wells, Economic Development Marketing Coordinator
Economic Development and Tourism
City of Guelph
519-822-1260 extension 2079
[email protected]