Economic Development Advisory Committee

Innisfil Economic Development Advisory Committee

This is an Advisory Committee to Council constituted to make recommendations on matters relating to the economic wellbeing of the Town of Innisfil.

The mandate of the Innisfil Economic Advisory Committee is to:

·         Assist, in an advisory capacity, Council and Staff on matters relating to economic development;

·         Review and / or participate in the development of Town policies, programs and initiatives relating to Economic Development to ensure such endeavours foster a prosperous business climate in the Town of Innisfil and support the overall goals and objectives of the Inspiring Innisfil 2020 strategic plan;

·         To facilitate the development of new and existing enterprises through support and provision of opportunities for economic development growth designed to enhance the quality of life and prosperity in our community;

·         Assist Town Staff with the development of a marketing strategy including marketing information, printed matter and electronic documentation related to the Town of Innisfil with the objective of ensuring it is current, relevant and accurately portrays the Town as a viable location for new business opportunities;

·         Develop and implement a sustainable Business Ambassador Program that utilizes the members of the Committee as emissaries, promoting the positive attributes of the Town of Innisfil to existing and prospective businesses;

·         Work in partnership with Staff and other partners, such as the South Simcoe Economic Alliance and the Greater Innisfil Chamber of Commerce, to actively assist in fostering and promoting a positive community image, viable community central areas and a healthy business environment for existing and prospective businesses;   

·         Provide input and comment on the annual economic development operating budget submissions and work plans prepared by Staff; and 

·         To undertake other assignments as may be requested, as it relates to the overall purpose of the committee.   

For further details on the Terms of Reference for this Committee please click here.

For additional information, please contact Rachel Sullivan, Economic & Community Development Officer at rsullivan@innisfil.ca or (705) 436-3740 ext 1510.