@NorthON

An official account of Ontario’s Ministry of Northern Economic Development and Growth. Terms of use https://xitter.cf/t.co/ss5B88Xz3v. En français @ONnord

 Ontario, Canada
ontario.ca/north
Joined April 2009
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Small businesses drive the economy forward and we are celebrating #SmallBusinessWeek from October 19 to 25! One of the many ways the province supports northern entrepreneurs is through Ontario Small Business Advisory Centres. Learn more: north-on-en.visitlink.me/6mB…
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The manufacturing sector is a key part of the economy and October is Manufacturing Month! #ICYMI the province recently announced more than $3.4M in funding through the @NOHFC to support the sector and create jobs in the North. Learn more: north-on-en.visitlink.me/oL4…
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Ontario is investing more than $2 million through the @NOHFC to support nine projects that improve community infrastructure, help businesses expand and keep farms growing in and around Gore Bay. Learn more: nohfc-en.visitlink.me/3TFJvh 📸: Municipality of Central Manitoulin @NorthON
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Ontario Accessibility
@ONAccessibilityOct 15
Light it Up! For #NDEAM2026💡💜 Tonight, several @ONgov buildings will be lit up in blue and purple to spotlight the importance of disability inclusion in hiring, employment and businesses in Ontario. odenetwork.com/initiatives/a… #LightItUpForNDEAM
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Sweet events are hosted across northern Ontario, including the 2026 North American Maple Syrup Council Conference, happening October 21-23 in Sault Ste. Marie! The province is investing $15,000 through the @NOHFC to support this event. 🍁Learn more: nohfc-en.visitlink.me/9P5o5d
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Ontario is investing more than $1.3M through the @NOHFC to support five projects in the Algoma-Manitoulin region, to improve community infrastructure, help businesses grow and keep workers on the job. Learn more: nohfc-en.visitlink.me/CBcWGp @NorthON 📸: Town of Spanish
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Ontario is investing $1.17M through the @NOHFC to support eight projects in Bruce Mines and the surrounding region, including upgrades at various community hubs and a local beef cattle facility. Learn more: nohfc-en.visitlink.me/L4w5yo @NorthON 📸: Township of Plummer Additional
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Ontario is investing more than $280,000 through the @NOHFC to upgrade the Emo Speedway and local Legion, boosting tourism and enhancing quality of life across the Rainy River region. 🚗Learn more: nohfc-en.visitlink.me/rh4ynz @NorthON
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(1/2) Ontario is investing more than $6.1 million through the @NOHFC to support 14 agriculture projects in northern Ontario, giving farmers, businesses and organizations the tools and infrastructure they need to improve productivity,..
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The @NOHFC is empowering businesses through its Invest North – Grow program. The program helps companies in northern Ontario expand operations, leading to more jobs, greater productivity and increased profits. Learn more: north-on-en.visitlink.me/m61…
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It’s success story time🎉📖 The @NOHFC helped upgrade the Soo Mrkt and Queen Street, supporting the revitalization of downtown Sault Ste. Marie. This project is encouraging tourism and enhancing residents’ quality of life! Keep reading: north-on-en.visitlink.me/PxE…
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Consumer Protection Ontario
@ONconsumerOct 1
October is #CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth. This year's theme, Cyber Safe Together, reminds us that a safer digital world starts with looking out for one another online. Tune in this month for practical tips to help protect yourself and others online. ontario.ca/CyberSecurity
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Ontario Women
@WomenONOct 1
October is Women’s History Month!  Follow us all month long to learn more about programs in Ontario that support and celebrate women. Let’s recognize the rich history of women in Ontario and how they have helped to build the great province that it is today.
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Ontario Accessibility
@ONAccessibilityOct 1
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! People with disabilities strengthen Ontario’s workforce. Tag @ONAccessibility and download and share the graphic to promote #NDEAM2026! 🔗 ontario.ca/NDEAM
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(1/2) #DYK? @NorthON leads and participates in trade missions to promote our industries and help Ontario companies reach new markets!
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(2/2) The province is taking delegates to Australia to promote our mining supply and services sector. On Tuesday, we hosted a webinar to help companies prepare.
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Ontario's Northern Energy Advantage Program supports large industrial electricity consumers! The program helps companies in the North: ⚡lower energy costs ⚡secure investments ⚡improve competitiveness Learn more: north-on-en.visitlink.me/944…
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Construction to four-lane a stretch of the vital Highway 11/17 corridor has begun! Ontario is supporting highway expansion projects across the North to promote economic development and keep people safe and connected.
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(1/3) Our government has started construction to widen Highway 11/17 from McGuire Road to Coughlin Road. This marks a major milestone in our plan
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(1/2) Ontario is investing $1 million through the @NOHFC to help Superior Aggregates Corporation restore, modernize and revitalize the port infrastructure at Michipicoten Harbour, near Wawa.
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#DYK? Since June 2018, the @NOHFC has approved more than $143 million to support Francophone projects in northern Ontario. Today is Franco-Ontarian Day, so take the time to learn about the history, culture and impact of francophone communities!
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