Business Resources
Support for businesses at every stage of growth.
The Town of Ingersoll works directly with businesses, developers, and investors to support expansion, retention, and long-term success.
How We Support Business
Businesses in Ingersoll benefit from direct access to municipal staff who can help navigate local processes, connect with partners, and support growth planning.
Support is focused on responsiveness, coordination, and helping businesses move projects forward efficiently.
Key areas of support include:
Business expansion and retention assistance
Site selection coordination
Development and planning guidance
Connection to local and regional partners
General business navigation support
Starting, Expanding, or Relocating
Starting a Business
Support is available for new businesses looking to establish themselves in Ingersoll, including guidance on local requirements and connections to community resources.
Expanding Operations
For existing businesses looking to grow, support may include:
- Expansion planning coordination
- Connection to available land or facilities
- Workforce and training connections
- Navigation of local approvals and processes
Relocating to Ingersoll
Businesses considering relocation can access:
- High-level site and location guidance
- Local market and workforce information
- Coordination with municipal departments
- Introduction to regional partners and supports
Investment & Expansion Support
The Economic Development team acts as a connector and facilitator to help businesses move projects forward efficiently.
Support may include:
- One-on-one project coordination
- Guidance through municipal processes
- Connection to relevant provincial and federal programs
- Introduction to site and development resources
- Assistance navigating local approvals
Incentives & Programs
A range of municipal and government funding programs are available to support business growth, redevelopment, and investment, depending on project type and eligibility. This includes the Town’s Community Improvement Plan as well as provincial and federal funding opportunities.
Development Process
The business development process in Ingersoll is designed to be clear and accessible.
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Initial connection and discussion
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Review of business needs and objectives
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Coordination with relevant municipal departments
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Exploration of supports, sites, or approvals
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Project advancement and implementation support
Business & Regional Partners
Businesses in Ingersoll are supported through a network of local, regional, and industry partners that contribute to business growth, workforce development, entrepreneurship, and investment readiness.
These organizations help connect businesses to services, funding, talent, and regional economic opportunities.
Business & Entrepreneurship Support
Supports business start-up, growth, and local business development.
Ingersoll & District Chamber of Commerce
Local business networking, advocacy, and community engagement
Downtown Ingersoll BIA
Supports downtown business promotion and revitalization
The Small Business Centre – Oxford
Entrepreneur and small business advisory and support services
Community Futures Oxford
Business financing, advisory services, and small business support
Workforce & Employment Support
Supports workforce development, recruitment, and employment services.
Community Employment Services Oxford
Employment services and job matching support for employers and job seekers
Oxford Workforce Development Group
Regional workforce planning and labour market development
Regional Economic Development Partnerships
Supports regional collaboration, investment attraction, and economic growth initiatives.
Oxford Connection
Regional economic development collaboration and investment support
Southwestern Ontario Marketing Alliance (SOMA)
Regional investment attraction in Southwestern Ontario
Ontario Manufacturing Communities Alliance (OMCA)
Supports collaboration and competitiveness in Ontario’s manufacturing communities
Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus
Regional advocacy and infrastructure and economic development priorities
Government and Intergovernmental Relationships
Ingersoll works in collaboration with provincial and federal partners to support economic development, infrastructure investment, workforce initiatives, and business growth programs. These relationships help connect local projects to broader funding, policy, and support opportunities across Ontario and Canada.
Professional Economic Development Networks
Supports best practices, professional development, and economic development collaboration.
Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO)
Provincial economic development professional association
Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC)
National economic development professional association
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