210511 Development AGDThe Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
Economic Development Advisory Committee
May 11, 2021
7:30 a.m.
Electronic Meeting
AGENDA
1.Call to Order
2.Adoption of Agenda
Proposed Resolution #1
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Economic Development Advisory Committee
meeting of May 11, 2021, be adopted.
3.Adoption of Previous Minutes
Proposed Resolution #2
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT the Minutes as prepared for the Economic Development Advisory Committee
meeting of April 13, 2021, be adopted.
4.Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
5.Presentations
6.General Business & Reports
6.1 Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce Awards
Proposed Resolution #3
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee move into Closed Session to
consider:
-a trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations
information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, which, if
disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive
position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a
person, group of persons, or organization (Chamber of Commerce Event Selection).
Proposed Resolution #4
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT Company ____ be selected as the recipient of the New Industrial Investment
Award based on total investment amount and new or future jobs created in
Tillsonburg.
Proposed Resolution #5
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT Company ____ be selected as the recipient of the New Commercial
Investment Award based on total investment amount and new jobs created in
Tillsonburg.
6.2 Appointment of Committee Members
Proposed Resolution #6
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT the Economic Development Committee recommends to Council the
appointment of the following Committee members to form part of the Affordable
Housing Subcommittee: _________________; _________________________; and
___________________.
Proposed Resolution #7
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT the Economic Development Committee recommends to Council the
appointment of the following Committee members to Council to form part of the
Boundary Adjustment Subcommittee: ___________________;
__________________________; _____________________.
6.3 Monthly Projects Update
6.4 Economic Development Strategy Action Plan & Survey Results
6.4 Tillsonburg Hydro Inc.
6.5 Town Hall Task Force
6.6 Physician Recruitment & Retention Committee
6.7 Community Strategic Plan
7.Community Organization Updates
7.1 Downtown Business Improvement Association
7.2 Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce
7.2.1 Rapid Antigen Screening Kits
7.3 Tillsonburg District Real Estate Board
8.Round Table
9.Next Meeting
10. Adjournment
Proposed Resolution #8
Moved by:
Seconded by:
THAT the May 11, 2021 Economic Development Advisory Committee Special
meeting be adjourned at _____ a.m.
The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting
April 13, 2021
7:30 a.m.
Electronic Meeting MINUTES
Present: Andrew Burns, Councillor Deb Gilvesy, Mayor Stephen Molnar, Lisa Gilvesy,
Cedric Tomico, Suzanne Renken, Randy Thornton, Lindsay Morgan-Jacko, Steve
Spanjers
Staff: Kyle Pratt, CAO; Cephas Panschow, Development Commissioner; Laura
Pickersgill, Executive Assistant; Karen Keller, Economic Development & Marketing
Coordinator
Regrets: Collette Takacs, Jesse Goossens
Absent: Kirby Heckford, Jeff VanRybroeck
Guest: Mark Renaud
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 a.m.
2. Adoption of Agenda
Resolution #1
Moved by: Suzanne Renken
Seconded by: Cedric Tomico
THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Economic Development Advisory Committee
meeting of April 13, 2021, be adopted.
Carried
3. Adoption of Previous Minutes
Resolution #2
Moved by: Councillor Gilvesy
Seconded by: Lindsay Morgan-Jacko
THAT the Minutes as prepared for the Economic Development Advisory C ommittee
meeting of March 9, 2021, be adopted.
Carried
4. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest declared.
5. Presentations
5.1 Wayfinding Signage Update
Presented by: Ce phas Panschow & Karen Keller
Karen Keller provided an overview of the wayfinding signage project.
Opportunity was provided for participants to provide feedback and comments.
Comments and feedback included:
• Provincial signage is required for locations such as: Fire Station, OPP,
Museum and Hospital. These locations have their own mandated signs and
the idea was to save the space on these other signs .
• The Trans -Canada Trail has been recently re-branded as the Great Trail but
still exists as the Trans -Canada Trail and not many individuals are aware of
this update yet.
• Add more signage for the soccer park and the skate park.
• Add southbound signage for the ‘arenas’ at the Community Centre.
• The sign on Broadway (northbound) before Lisgar Avenue be included as part
of the school notification sign for southbound traffic.
• Too many signs along Broadway. There are only five additional signs being
added to Broadway (advertising the Community Centre).
• Some signs are larger than they need to be such as the Glendale High
School sign.
• The term OPP should be changed to Police for better understanding.
• The theatre sign on Potters Road should indicate ‘live theatre’.
• The outdoor Scott MacLean Memorial Park should be highlighted.
• The funding for this project is coming from an earmark in a reserve of $30,000
already designated for this project.
Karen Keller left the meeting at 8:14 a.m.
6. General Business & Reports
6.1 Collaboration Discussion with Chair of Tillsonburg Airport Advisory
Committee
Mark Renaud, Chair of the Tillsonburg Airport Advisory Committee, was presented
and indicated that there is lack of awareness of the Tillsonburg Airport. Although it is
owned by the Town, the airport does have a wide regional impact. It was mentioned
that some people don’t have a full understanding of how important the airport is such
as being utilized by Air ORNG and the Canadian Military.
It was noted that there has been unprecedented growth at the airport. There are
concerns with lack of hydro availability at the airport.
It was suggested that keeping an identified agenda item quarterly on this
Committee’s agendas moving forward to continue discussion. It was suggested that
the Airport Master Plan draft be sent to this Committee for feedback.
Kyle Pratt provided a brief history of the Tillsonburg Airport. One of the
recommendations coming out of the Oxford County Service Delivery Review was to
provide proof that the airport does provide a regional economic benefit. As part of
this, an economic impact analysis was completed. It was noted that the concept of
fly-in tourism packages could be a unique way to bring more tourism into our
community. It was suggested that this concept be delivered to Oxford County and if
they agree with the concept they may provide funding that could be put into reserves
for the airport to put towards items such as hydro.
It was suggested that an individual be selected to be the champion of the Airport
Master Plan to drive this plan forward.
Mark Renaud left the meeting at 8:38 a.m.
6.2 Monthly Projects Update
Cephas provided an overview of the monthly projects update. The preliminary
earthworks contract is near completion at VanNorman Innovation Park. The storm
water management pond shaping is near completion. There is clean up work being
done such as adding top fill and laying seed. The tender is to close tomorrow with
plans to bring a report to Council on April 26.
6.3 Economic Development Strategy Update - Survey Results
There have been seven responses received so far but staff would like to see more
responses. Staff will circulate the survey again.
6.4 Call for Nominations- Chamber of Commerce
The Call for Nominations has begun. There will be a summary brought to the next
meeting and the nomination process will take place.
6.5 Tillsonburg Hydro Inc.
It was mentioned that the Chair of the Hydro Subcommittee requested a meeting
with the Chair of the THI Board about one month ago. There has been no response
received. This concern will be taken back to the subcommittee and a further update
will be provided.
6.6 Town Hall Task Force
The next meeting is scheduled for April 14th where the Committee will be reviewing
the results of the employee space needs study and land appraisal quotations.
6.7 Physician Recruitment & Retention Committee
The next meeting is currently scheduled for May 4th but there is anticipation it will be
held at the end of April. It was noted that there needs to be a Tillsonburg staff
representative on the Oxford County Physician Recruitment Committee. The
Tillsonburg Committee will discuss this at their upcoming meeting.
6.8 Community Strategic Plan
It was noted that two community leader focus groups have been held. The public
survey closes on April 15th and then the next step will be for the consultant to
consolidate the feedback from this survey to present to Council.
7. Community Organization Updates
7.1 Downtown Business Improvement Association
7.1.1. April 2021 Report
There have been concerns brought forward from local businesses not being able to
re-open following this provincial lockdown. There were a variety of funding
opportunities discussed that are available for local businesses. If anyone is aware of
a business that has applied and not received the funding yet they are advised to let
staff know.
7.2 Tillsonburg District Chamber of Commerce
Suzanne provided an overview of the letter sent to the provincial government
regarding the impacts on local businesses with the provincial lockdowns.
7.3 Tillsonburg District Real Estate Board
7.3.1 Listings & Statistics
It was suggested that as housing inventory increases in the spring the prices may
go down slightly.
The Town was featured in MacLeans magazine as one of the ‘Top 25 Best
Communities in Canada’ to live in.
Randy Thornton left the meeting at 9:10 a.m.
8. Round Table
There has been two recent manufacturing business closures.
The information on the Boundary Adjustment and Affordable Housing
subcommittees will be brought forward to the next agenda.
A new layer has been hired at Jenkins & Gilvesy Law Firm.
9. Next Meeting
May 11, 2021 7:30 a.m.
10. Adjournment
Resolution #3
Moved by: Cedric Tomico
Seconded by: Steve Spanjers
THAT the April 13, 2021 Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting be
adjourned at 9:20 a.m.
Carried
Monthly Project Update – (May 2021)
Prepared for the Economic Development Advisory Committee
Project Name/Reference Status
Downtown Business Development (On-hold) Staff preparing a marketing profile based on data from the
retail study to support retail recruitment efforts.
Economic Development Strategy
Update
Prioritization of action items underway. Results of committee survey to
be brought forward.
Future Industrial Growth Council approved resolution regarding listing the VIP lands. Next steps
prepare RFP and release.
High Tech Manufacturing Sub-
cluster Action Plan
Implementation plan and model being updated. Working towards a June
2021 kick -off event.
Hydro Subcommittee Hydro Subcommittee to bring forward recommendation at May meeting.
Pandemic Recovery Provide business support information as available. Working group met
on May 3 with discussion of need for another small business support
program. In general, small to medium sized businesses appear to have
been helped significantly by Government programs, but micro-
businesses may not have been eligible for most of them. This is a
concern. Advocacy by chamber network and mayor. Committee
scheduled to meet again on May 17 just prior to current proposed re-
opening.
Post -Secondary Education
Enhancements
Working on supporting increased engagement between high school and
local businesses through enhancements to Career Studies courses.
Recruiting four guest speakers for fourth quadmester courses.
Town Hall Project Staff survey to update Space Needs completed. Appraisals being
sought for various town properties. Finalizing scope of work for updated
Space Needs Study.
Van Norman Innovation Park Servicing contract awarded to Froese Excavating on April 26, site
meeting held on May 5 with materials being ordered and construction
anticipated to start on May 17 with completion by September.
Wayfinding Signage Update Presented to committee on April 13, met with Public works, Engineering
and THI on April 26 with specific location diagrams prepared thereafter
and provided for review on May 6. Request for Quotation has been
released and anticipating bringing to Council shortly.
Economic Development
Strategy Update:
Action Plan Survey Results
Presented to the Economic Development Advisory Committee
May 11, 2021
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Outline
•Background
•Survey Results/Ranking
•Discussion
•Next Steps
3
Background
•Survey responses from March 16 to April 17
•9 responses
•Respondents asked to rank 31 action items
•Immediate
•Short Term
•Medium Term
•Long Term
•Future Consideration
•Responses (1 to 5) scored on an inverse scale (5 to 1) and then summed/ranked
4
Survey Results
•Five action items received 6 responses (67%)
ranking them for “Immediate” prioritization
•1.1.3. Work with the Chamber of Commerce to promote
SBEC efforts to implement a Digital Main Street Program
(Lead: SBEC; CC; BIA)
•2.1.3. Support businesses participation in online ‘shop
local’ efforts. This includes identifying resources that can
help businesses understand tax regulations, technology
implications, etc (Lead: EDO; CC; SBEC)
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Survey Results
•2.1.7. Continue to improve online-access to and assistance of the town’s development approvals and permitting process (Lead: Planning)
•2.1.8. Continue to position and promote the Van Norman Innovation Park to secure investment in the advanced manufacturing, information technology and food processing sectors (Lead: EDO )
•2.1.10. Undertake a housing needs study to address perceived gaps in inventory, affordability, and demand, in the short-term (remote workers) and long term (permanent residents) (Lead: Planning; EDO )
•Note: Other four “immediate” items ranked 1 to 4, but Item 2.1.10 was ranked 13th overall when taking other scoring into account
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Survey Results -Ranking
Ranking Score
1.1.3 Work with the Chamber of Commerce to promote SBEC efforts to
implement a Digital Main Street Program (Lead: SBEC; CC; BIA)
41
2.1.3. Support businesses participation in online ‘shop local’ efforts. This
includes identifying resources that can help businesses understand tax
regulations, technology implications, etc (Lead: EDO; CC; SBEC)
41
2.1.7. Continue to improve online-access to and assistance of the town’s
development approvals and permitting process (Lead: Planning)
41
2.1.8. Continue to position and promote the Van Norman Innovation Park to
secure investment in the advanced manufacturing, information technology and
food processing sectors (Lead: EDO)
41
1.1.9 Regularly engage with local partners in workforce development to
ensure a stable supply of skilled and semi-skilled workers. • Pursue
opportunities to develop workforce training programs and tailored curriculum
offerings that support on-the-job training that prepares local students for
employment in the town’s high-priority industries (Lead: Workforce Planning
and Development Board; EDO)
40
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Survey Results -Ranking
1.1.8 Support investment in the manufacturing sector by adopting the
recommendations in the High-Tech Manufacturing Sub-Cluster Action Plan.
• Continue to focus on fabricated metal product manufacturing, transportation
equipment manufacturing and machinery manufacturing.• Continue to engage
directly with key local industries and forge long-term relationships. •
Conduct a survey of local businesses to determine the level and type of
support for a cluster initiative (Lead: EDO; Manufacturers)
39
1.1.1 Provide online resources for local businesses in the form of webinars,
links to various financial supports, website design/e-commerce tools and in-
person consultation. • Work with local businesses as required to assist in
the identification of available funding (Lead: EDO; CFDC)
38
1.1.4 Ensure the inventory of available serviced and un-serviced commercial
and industrial land is updated and available onlin (Lead: EDO; Planning)
38
2.1.1. Launch a short-term destination marketing campaign that promotes
the assets of the town and positions it as a hub for remote working in South
Weste Ontario (Lead: Town)
38
2.1.9. Continue to implement a Physician Recruitment Program to attract
and retain doctors and health care professionals in the ton (Lead: EDO)
37
8
Survey Results -Ranking
1.1.2 Support local businesses to build online/e-commerce capability and
capacity (Lead: EDO; CFDC)
36
1.1.10 Develop a broadband strategy with recommendations for providing a
fibre optic network throughout the town. • Support businesses’ ability to
operate online or remotely by advocating for improved access to high-speed
internet and cell phone service. • Work with local developers to ensure the
integration of fibre in all new development (Lead: EDO; Developers)
36
2.1.10. Undertake a housing needs study to address perceived gaps in
inventory, affordability, and demand, in the short-term (remote workers) and
long term (permanent residents) (Lead: Planning; EDO )
36
1.1.6 Undertake an Employment Lands Needs Study to determine the
current and expected demand for higher-order employment lands, including
office, commercial and industrial. • Support the preparation of shovel-ready
employment/industrial lands to ensure long term competitiveness (Lead:
Town)
35
2.1.6. Adopt the recommendations of the 2019 Retail Gap Analysis,
including the “Invest in Tillsonburg Downtown” digital and/or online marketing
piece (Lead: EDO; Planning)
34
9
Survey Results –Ranking
2.1.11. Explore the expansion and resourcing of the Town’s CIP program to
support residential development (particularly rental accommodation), the
targeting of key sector investment including tourism and the continued
revitalization of the downtown (Lead: Planning; EDO )
34
2.1.5. Develop ‘Here we Grow’ business profiles and testimonials, interactive
maps and other business information products that showcase the story of
Tillsonburg’s business community and entrepreneurs (Lead: EDO)
33
3.1.1. Support networking opportunities with local and regional stakeholders
(not for profit, for-profit, institutions, intermediaries, BIA’s and chambers of
Commerce) as a way to promote, connect and coordinate the creative and
cultural industries and initiatives (Lead: RCD; EDO; Cultural Organizations )
32
3.1.4. Develop a creative economy handbook that provides a listing of
government programming and services to support the growth of a creative
economy and provides profiles of business, entrepreneurs or organizations
that contribute to the success of the creative economy (Lead: EDO;CFDC)
32
3.1.7. Conduct a service delivery audit to determine the opportunities to
reduce operating costs for the town and the associated reduction in
development approval/permitting costs (Lead: Town)
32
10
Survey Results -Ranking
1.1.5 Fast track the Airport Site Master Plan to understand the benefits to
the town and shared service agreement requirements with the neighbouring
commuity (Lead: Town)
31
2.1.4. Advocate for tourism priorities, showcasing Tillsonburg’s authentic
tourism experiences and promoting these experiences to local and regional
accommodation providers and tour operators (Lead: EDO; RCD; Tourism
Oxford)
31
3.1.2. Support the development and enhancement of cultural tourism
products and enterprises that align with the marketing and promotional efforts
of Tourism Oxford. • Work with the County to investigate opportunities for
agri-based tourism and value-added agricultural products, e.g. farms festivals,
artisan food, craft brewery and organic produce (Lead: EDO; Tourism Oxford;
Cultural Organizations )
31
3.1.3. Undertake a cultural asset mapping exercise to quantify the full range
of arts, cultural, tourism and heritage assets in the town. The asset map can
also serve to market, promote and showcase resources and attract new
business investment (Lead: RCD)
30
2.1.2. Promote the functionality of EngageOxford as an interactive directory,
social media platform and eves calendar for local businesses (Town)
29
11
Survey Results -Ranking
2.1.12. Advocate for the provision of regional transit service and related
infrastructure to support economic growth and workforce mobility (Lead:
Town, CC )
29
3.1.6. Operate an innovation hub that offers on-one business in-person and
virtual consultations, business plan reviews, networking events, access to
online learning and seminars/workshops • Identify and advocate for the use
of existing vacant buildings and/or storefronts as temporary artist space. •
Explore the feasibility of a Makerspace to allow for entrepreneurs to
collaborate, network and share resources and tools (Lead:
EDO;SBEC;CFDC; BIA)
28
3.1.5. Pursue the creation of co-working spaces geared to entrepreneurs
and teleworkers (e.g. thecreativespace.c (Lead: EDO; Developers)
27
1.1.7 Continue to monitor the ongoing impact of CUSMA and other trade
agreements through regular engagement with provincial and federal trae
representatives (Lead: MEDJCT, EDO)
26
3.1.8. Develop a Festival and Events Strategy to ensure a long-term vision
and support for the town’s festivals and events (Lead: RCD)
26
1.1.11 Take a leadership role in developing a Regional Information and
Communications Technology (ICT) & Digital Media Sector Study. The study
will take inventory of sector resources, assets and markets and enable an
understanding of the local and regional technology sector profile and capacity
(Lead: EDO; CFDC; SBEC)
25
12
Discussion Question:
Does this ranking accurately reflect the
Committee’s priorities?
13
Next Steps
•Prioritize Identified Actions (Completed)
•Confirm prioritized items
•Bring forward to Council for adoption in principle
with items being brought forward for future budget
and business plan consideration
•Begin implementation of immediate action items
Ranking Score
1.1.3 Work with the Chamber of Commerce to promote SBEC efforts to
implement a Digital Main Street Program (Lead: SBEC; CC; BIA)
41
2.1.3.Support businesses participation in online ‘shop local’ efforts. This
includes identifying resources that can help businesses understand tax
regulations, technology implications, etc (Lead: EDO; CC; SBEC)
41
2.1.7.Continue to improve online-access to and assistance of the town’s
development approvals and permitting process (Lead: Planning)
41
2.1.8.Continue to position and promote the Van Norman Innovation Park to
secure investment in the advanced manufacturing, information technology and
food processing sectors (Lead: EDO)
41
1.1.9 Regularly engage with local partners in workforce development to
ensure a stable supply of skilled and semi-skilled workers. • Pursue
opportunities to develop workforce training programs and tailored curriculum
offerings that support on-the-job training that prepares local students for
employment in the town’s high-priority industries (Lead: Workforce Planning and
Development Board; EDO)
40
1.1.8 Support investment in the manufacturing sector by adopting the
recommendations in the High-Tech Manufacturing Sub-Cluster Action Plan.
•Continue to focus on fabricated metal product manufacturing, transportation
equipment manufacturing and machinery manufacturing.•Continue to engage
directly with key local industries and forge long-term relationships. • Conduct a
survey of local businesses to determine the level and type of support for a
cluster initiative (Lead: EDO; Manufacturers)
39
1.1.1 Provide online resources for local businesses in the form of webinars,
links to various financial supports, website design/e-commerce tools and in-
person consultation. • Work with local businesses as required to assist in the
identification of available funding (Lead: EDO; CFDC)
38
1.1.4 Ensure the inventory of available serviced and un-serviced commercial
and industrial land is updated and available onlin (Lead: EDO; Planning)
38
2.1.1.Launch a short-term destination marketing campaign that promotes the
assets of the town and positions it as a hub for remote working in South Weste
Ontario (Lead: Town)
38
2.1.9. Continue to implement a Physician Recruitment Program to attract and
retain doctors and health care professionals in the ton (Lead: EDO)
37
1.1.2 Support local businesses to build online/e-commerce capability and
capacity (Lead: EDO; CFDC)
36
1.1.10 Develop a broadband strategy with recommendations for providing a
fibre optic network throughout the town. • Support businesses’ ability to operate
online or remotely by advocating for improved access to high-speed internet
and cell phone service. • Work with local developers to ensure the integration
of fibre in all new development (Lead: EDO; Developers)
36
2.1.10. Undertake a housing needs study to address perceived gaps in
inventory, affordability, and demand, in the short-term (remote workers) and
long term (permanent residents) (Lead: Planning; EDO )
36
1.1.6 Undertake an Employment Lands Needs Study to determine the current
and expected demand for higher-order employment lands, including office,
commercial and industrial. • Support the preparation of shovel-ready
employment/industrial lands to ensure long term competitiveness (Lead: Town)
35
2.1.6. Adopt the recommendations of the 2019 Retail Gap Analysis, including
the “Invest in Tillsonburg Downtown” digital and/or online marketing piece
(Lead: EDO; Planning)
34
2.1.11. Explore the expansion and resourcing of the Town’s CIP program to
support residential development (particularly rental accommodation), the
targeting of key sector investment including tourism and the continued
revitalization of the downtown (Lead: Planning; EDO )
34
2.1.5. Develop ‘Here we Grow’ business profiles and testimonials, interactive
maps and other business information products that showcase the story of
Tillsonburg’s business community and entrepreneurs (Lead: EDO)
33
3.1.1. Support networking opportunities with local and regional stakeholders
(not for profit, for-profit, institutions, intermediaries, BIA’s and chambers of
Commerce) as a way to promote, connect and coordinate the creative and
cultural industries and initiatives (Lead: RCD; EDO; Cultural Organizations )
32
3.1.4. Develop a creative economy handbook that provides a listing of
government programming and services to support the growth of a creative
economy and provides profiles of business, entrepreneurs or organizations that
contribute to the success of the creative economy (Lead: EDO;CFDC)
32
3.1.7. Conduct a service delivery audit to determine the opportunities to
reduce operating costs for the town and the associated reduction in
development approval/permitting costs (Lead: Town)
32
1.1.5 Fast track the Airport Site Master Plan to understand the benefits to the
town and shared service agreement requirements with the neighbouring
commuity (Lead: Town)
31
2.1.4. Advocate for tourism priorities, showcasing Tillsonburg’s authentic
tourism experiences and promoting these experiences to local and regional
accommodation providers and tour operators (Lead: EDO; RCD; Tourism
Oxford)
31
3.1.2. Support the development and enhancement of cultural tourism products
and enterprises that align with the marketing and promotional efforts of Tourism
Oxford. • Work with the County to investigate opportunities for agri-based
tourism and value-added agricultural products, e.g. farms festivals, artisan food,
craft brewery and organic produce (Lead: EDO; Tourism Oxford; Cultural
Organizations )
31
3.1.3. Undertake a cultural asset mapping exercise to quantify the full range of
arts, cultural, tourism and heritage assets in the town. The asset map can also
serve to market, promote and showcase resources and attract new business
investment (Lead: RCD)
30
2.1.2. Promote the functionality of EngageOxford as an interactive directory,
social media platform and eves calendar for local businesses (Town)
29
2.1.12. Advocate for the provision of regional transit service and related
infrastructure to support economic growth and workforce mobility (Lead: Town,
CC )
29
3.1.6. Operate an innovation hub that offers on-one business in-person and
virtual consultations, business plan reviews, networking events, access to online
learning and seminars/workshops • Identify and advocate for the use of
existing vacant buildings and/or storefronts as temporary artist space. •
Explore the feasibility of a Makerspace to allow for entrepreneurs to collaborate,
network and share resources and tools (Lead: EDO;SBEC;CFDC; BIA)
28
3.1.5. Pursue the creation of co-working spaces geared to entrepreneurs and
teleworkers (e.g. thecreativespace.c (Lead: EDO; Developers)
27
1.1.7 Continue to monitor the ongoing impact of CUSMA and other trade
agreements through regular engagement with provincial and federal trae
representatives (Lead: MEDJCT, EDO)
26
3.1.8. Develop a Festival and Events Strategy to ensure a long-term vision
and support for the town’s festivals and events (Lead: RCD)
26
1.1.11 Take a leadership role in developing a Regional Information and
Communications Technology (ICT) & Digital Media Sector Study. The study will
take inventory of sector resources, assets and markets and enable an
understanding of the local and regional technology sector profile and capacity
(Lead: EDO; CFDC; SBEC)
25
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Report from BIA Chair – ED05-01
To: Economic Development Advisory Committee
From: Cedric Tomico – DTBIA Chair
Date: May 5th, 2021
Subject: DTBIA business update
________________________________________________________________________________
The following status report is provided to the ECDEV Advisory Committee:
Financial/budget:
- 2021 financial results continue to be well managed with expenses below budget and
revenues currently tracking on budget. To the end of Q1; revenues are at 24.5% of the
annualized budget and expenses are at just 8.2% of the annualized budget with 25% of
the year completed. There is some risk for full-year revenue attainment given the
current impacts of the pandemic and the uncertainty of a return to a non-lockdown
status. The DTBIA team is managing this challenge on a daily basis.
- The continuing impacts of the pandemic have required “on the fly” adjustments to
spending plans such as the radio ad budget. As discussed last month, the Promotions
Sub-committee has suspended the April radio campaign pending resolution of the
current lock-down protocols.
- The challenges of the pandemic and a lack of support programs for local government
boards and committees of council continues to be a challenge. The DTBIA has not
received any financial supports of consequence other than the IheART grant which will
be discussed in greater detail in the marketing portion of this report.
- The business plans will continue to be executed with modifications given the uncertainty
of the current lockdown timing. The DTBIA team will continue to aggressively manage
the finances given these challenging times. Where possible, some expenditures will be
deferred indefinitely pending clarity of any potential re-opening announcement(s).
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- The ancillary revenues attached to the sponsorship(s) of the various DTBIA asset
purchases will extend to many of the new capital items which will have recurring
sponsorship revenues on an annual basis.
- The DTBIA team continues to economize by/for the implementation of best-practices
and cost containment measures. This will continue throughout the remainder of Q2 and
balance-of-year.
Operations & Beautification:
- The team continues daily cleaning, 7 days a week, with daily patrols. All refuse is picked
up daily as are dumped items in back alleys and in other areas of the central core area.
The incidence of dumped garbage has been increasing since the warmer weather has
arrived.
- The spring clean-up is largely completed throughout the DTBIA zone. The downtown is
impeccably clean and is being maintained at a pristine level. There are some issues with
the tree grates and weeds which is being addressed, weather permitting. The wet season
in April has delayed some of the tree grate rehabilitation.
- The on-street floral installation will occur on or about Tuesday, May 25th. The
Beautification Sub-committee has met and determined the colours including yellow as
the predominant hue to symbolize hope. The pots will be clustered in 2021 for ease of
care (watering) and also for density and to enhance the impact of the appearance.
- When the lockdown ends; the street furniture, umbrellas, benches and other assets will
be distributed and placed throughout the downtown zone.
- The utility trailer has been ordered and due to supply chain issues; will not be available
until July1st/2021.
- There were no needles found in the month of April.
- Work continues to economize and consolidate the various DTBIA assets into as few
storage locations as possible.
- An online reporting tool has been activated and is seeing some use. We have had 3
submissions thus far since going live.
- The DTBIA team continues to receive daily positive feedback about the care and
condition of the downtown core area. We wish to thank the membership for their
assistance in keeping the downtown core in excellent physical condition.
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Membership:
- The BIA continues to track and assess the vacancy rates in the downtown BIA zone.
Vacancy rates continue to be low. This report will highlight any changes.
- Construction progress:
a. Lagoo Cannabis is nearing completion at 71 Broadway, immediately north of the
Beer and Wine Studio.
b. The former Lucky Buffet Restaurant has been resold. The construction has halted
and there is no update on the new owner and the status of same.
c. The updated appearance and look of the new Betty’s Marketplace is attached for
your information.
Town Centre Mall update:
d. QBUD Cannabis retail outlet: construction still in progress with an opening date
TBD – mall management believes it will be in August.
e. One additional store has had the locks changed due to non-payment of rent.
f. The vast majority of the mall retail stores are currently closed.
g. New automatic sliding doors are being installed in 2 of the 3 primary entrances at
LCBO/CIBC entrance and Dollar Tree/Shopper’s Drug Mart entrance.
h. The mall has published the next marketing calendar – attached.
i. Leasing update: There are a number of leases in negotiation for both existing
and potential new tenants. In all cases, the causation of the delays are contractor
availability and impacts of the pandemic with the perspective tenants. The mall is
also creating new incentive programs to fill all vacant spaces.
- Business status update: there was one business closure in April: Hue Salon. The personal
care/salon/barber shop sector has been devastated by the lockdown.
- There continues to be active interest for businesses opening downtown. The ED is
following up with all active enquiries. The interest appears to remain robust as of this
report.
- Affiliate member update: the DTBIA team is working with a number of new businesses
outside of the zone who are interested in becoming affiliate members. The 2021
affiliate membership fee schedule is being developed pending receipt of the 2021
assessment file from the Town of Tillsonburg.
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- There continues to be active interest in the Facade Improvement Program – ongoing.
The FIP Committee met once virtually the week of April 26th to finalize and approved the
colourways and exterior treatments of the 41 Broadway site – Former Royal Hotel. There
are several new applications in the preliminary stages – the proposed (yet to be
approved by the FIP committee renderings for several in-the-queue) are attached. The
final version and approval by the FIP committee is pending as are full and complete
applications by the various proponents.
Community Engagement:
- The DTBIA team continues to monitor and respond to social media postings. The need
for clarity is important as many do not read the details of the various announcements
from Southwestern Public Health and the Province of Ontario.
- There is a heightened level of anxiety and stress as the lockdown continues. The DTBIA
is conscious to this and has communicated mental health supports that are available.
The ED and EMC are working closely with many member businesses with their concerns
and stresses. Sometimes acute listening and empathy go a long ways in de-escalating
some of the pandemic stresses.
- We have had active interest from several individuals to volunteer with the DTBIA. We
are taking these individuals up on their interest.
- DTBIA continues to be supportive and co-operative with all planning applications in and
outside of the BIA zone.
- The DTBIA team continues to proactively engage with all stakeholders to ensure a
continuous improvement philosophy is inculcated in the organization.
- Efforts continue to work with local service clubs and other community groups on
partnerships and joint efforts.
- There is potential for additional TVDSC Co-op student placements – our understanding is
that there will be no in-person co-op placements until the lockdown protocols end.
Governance:
- The DTBIA has been approached by vendors of the Tillsonburg Farmer’s Market about
putting together an ad-hoc committee to explore the creation of a permanent/year-
round market. The benefits of year-round Farmer’s Market would be a boon to the
downtown core area including increased tourism traffic. We will keep ECDEV posted.
- The Board has one vacancy at present. There has been some interest.
- Board elections will be scheduled as per the constitution.
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Ambassadorial support(s):
- The ED continues to work one-on-one with business owners/tenants/landlords on
business issues, challenges and support programs.
- To date; twelve (12) businesses have asked for assistance with filling out documentation
for various programs including loan applications. The ED has also provided contact
information and alternative funding sources outside of those programs articulated from
the government at present.
- Business metrics: The ED continues to provide coaching with members on various
elements of their businesses and to share learnings between the members here in
Tillsonburg and from elsewhere around the province.
- Jesse Goosens, partner with Millards has offered free counselling services via one of his
team for BIA members who need help navigating the rent relief program (most recent
iteration). Members can call Millards – Tillsonburg: Alex Hutchings 519-688-9991.
- Ramona Gallagher of the Small Business Centre attended the last DTBIA board meeting.
Ramona will be the one-stop triage point for all businesses in the DTBIA that require any
type of assistance with funding programs and difficulty with navigating the portals. This
will streamline the process, reduce confusion and reduce delays in achieving results for
our members.
Business Plan follow-up:
- DTBIA continues to research additional best-practices for implementation.
- Grant successes to date have been muted due to the lack of municipal bodies being
eligible for any sort of funding. The EMC was successful with one grant application.
- There are limited sponsored labour credits available in 2021. The DTBIA team will
endeavour to apply for any/all programs through the balance of year.
- We have several individuals in the pipeline for volunteer, TVDSB, and MSC labour
sponsored program (credits to maximum of $1,500 per person).
- Census Canada will be operating the regional census operations for the tri-county area
beginning April 12th for a one-year term. This office suite has been equipped with
security and locks. This will add $1,000 plus in revenue to the DTBIA which was
unplanned.
- Demolition/carpet & trim removal of the entry level suite in the new DTBIA offices is
complete. The contractor who is to complete the leasehold improvements was on-site
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May 1st to review what needs to be done. This will be a one-chair, high-end barber shop.
All leasehold improvements are at the expense of the sub-tenant.
- The new office signage package and branding installation will be completed by end of
Q2. The office signage will include an interchangeable window sign for the new sublet
tenants including: Statistics Canada; Barber Shop, GE Renewables/FieldCore, a GE
Renewables Company and Aureum Candles.
Advocacy:
- DTBIA continues to participate in twice-weekly best-practices calls with OBIAA members
with continuing efforts to implement those items that contribute to our continuous
improvement philosophy.
- The DTBIA team is continually surveying the membership to drill down into what specific
supports are required. The entire team continues to pivot to the emergent issues that
arise.
- The DTBIA team participated in the town coordinated Pandemic Working Group meeting
which was held on Monday, May 3rd.
- The DTBIA team has regular communication with the Tillsonburg District Chamber of
Commerce; Town of Tillsonburg and various boards and committees. Issues that have
been identified are being communicated to the appropriate individual or body for action.
Events & Marketing:
- As discussed earlier; the radio ads originally approved for April 2021 have been placed
on hold given the lock-down and impending further pandemic measures to be
implemented.
- The EMC has pivoted to promoting essential shopping; “Stop, Shop and Stroll” –
curbside pick-up promotion; and development of links to support our various
businesses.
- We need to balance the stay-at-home order and promotion of shopping; hence the pivot
to curbside pick-up.
- The EMC contract continues to provide additional supports particularly with the various
elements of social media content; development of marketing processes; development of
“pandemic proof” communication strategies and the like. This was driven by member
needs and the absence of radio ads for the entire month. There continues to be a need
for ongoing relevant communication including the sharing of best practices amongst the
membership.
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- STEPS – IheART Program – application was approved – we attended the first webinar
with the STEPS coaches – to created art activations in the community to get people to
visit the downtown core area – our successful grant was $2,000 which will support artists
that identify as Indigenous and BIPOC.
- The DTBIA continues to send member e-mail updates on an as-needed basis to
disseminate critical information.
- The EMC and ED are meeting regularly with the Strathallen Head Office marketing team
to ensure that the 40+ tenants of the mall are consulted and involved in the
development of the marketing plan(s).
Summary:
The DTBIA team continues to pivot to the emergent issues as they present themselves while
ensuring that we are meeting or exceeding the requirements of the Town/DTBIA MOU. This
past month has been particularly challenging given the ongoing negative business impacts of
the current lockdown. The hospitality sector continues to be on a life-line and sales have
continued to drop given the messaging of “stay-at-home” – there is even less take out and
In spite of the many challenges; the DTBIA continues to outperform many of our peers from
across the province. We have seen a net increase in the number of businesses in our BIA
during the past 14 months.
As always, your feedback and suggestions are welcomed.
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We Love Retail
Dear Tenants,
Strathallen is pleased to announce the launch of our We Love Retail campaign! The intent of this
campaign is to promote our love and appreciation for our retail shopping centres, while encouraging
confidence and optimism for the comeback of shoppers to shopping centres around the globe. Below,
we have outlined details about the campaign as well as the several initiatives that will occur through the
duration of the campaign.
Details
When:
Where:
May 25th to June 18th (Operating Hours Only)
ALL Strathallen Enclosed Shopping Centres
Initiatives
Strathallen will be providing We Love Retail window decals for all tenants to display in their store fronts.
These decals will be small, approximately 18” wide and 10” high adhesive vinyl that can be easily applied
and removed from your window. The display of these decals is not required but is strongly encouraged
through the duration of the campaign.
On behalf of each shopping centre, our Marketing Team will be promoting the campaign on our property
websites and social media pages. On our social media pages, we will also be highlighting tenants at each
of our specific centres to promote their retail businesses!
Finally, we are pleased to announce that our shopping centre will participate in a Shop & Win initiative as
a part of We Love Retail! Through the duration of the campaign, shoppers will be able to either submit
their purchase receipts of $15 or over from in-store purchases or submit a Google review for the mall or
any participating retailers, for a chance to win a variety of available prizes. To submit, shoppers will have
to enter their name, contact information, as well as a photo of their receipt or screenshot of their Google
review through our property website. Multiple winners will be drawn each week and announced on our
social media pages. However, to win a grand prize, the submission must be via purchase receipt. If your
store would like to donate prizes for the campaign, please contact Roselyn D'Ascanio at
rdascanio@strathallen.com. This initiative will be promoted through the property website, social media
pages, digital ads, and through posters displayed throughout the shopping centre.
If you have any questions, please contact Roselyn D'Ascanio at rdascanio@strathallen.com or via
telephone at 416.642.2358.
Sincerely,
The Strathallen Team
Property Management Inc.
main: 416.922.5553 • fax: 416.922.6667 • info@strathallen.com • 2 Bloor Street West, Suite 1001, Toronto, Ontario M4W 3E2
strathallen.com
The Q3 Marketing Download
Tillsonburg Town Centre
VRPro Race Kit Pickup
Strathallen on behalf of Tillsonburg Town Centre has sponsored the VRPro Virtual Race!
Participants will be picking up their race kits on this date at a central area of our shopping
centre where the VRPro team will be situated. For more information, visit
https://www.vrpro.ca/events/Virtual_Races.html.
National Ice Cream Day
A day to celebrate ice cream! Tillsonburg Town Centre will be hosting an ice cream vendor
on site for shoppers to enjoy complementary ice cream with any in-centre purchase. When
leaving the shopping centre, shoppers will have to show a purchase receipt from any of our
retailers’ stores to get their free treat.
International Friendship Day
Tillsonburg Town Centre will be hosting a photobooth where shoppers can come and take
photos with their friends at our shopping centre! We will also be launching our ‘Friendship
Bench’ program. Stay tuned for more details.
Walkers Club
The shopping centre will be opened at 6:00am every day to welcome walkers! Walkers are
encouraged to register on our website for special perks. If you would like to participate in the perks
program, please contact our Marketing Team
10JULY
18JULY
Ongoing Events
30JULY
Until Sept 4
What’s in the Backpack
In the spirit of back-to-school, Tillsonburg Town Centre will be hosting a ‘What’s in the
Backpack’ contest. Shoppers are invited to the centre to view the backpack on display and
will then be directed to either our contest page or to our contest submission box on site to
make their guess. Winners will be drawn at the end of the promotion duration and will be
awarded with the backpack! If you would like to sponsor the backpack by donating, please
contact our Marketing Team. In return your logo and name will be advertised throughout the
promotion as a partner!
21AUG
Please contact our Marketing Team if your store would like to participate in any of the above-mentioned promotions!
Safety & Security
If you or anyone at your store experiences any reportable incident including critical
accidents or theft, please call the police.
Contact Information
Property Management
Darlene Covey
519.842.7397
dcovey@strathallen.com
Leasing
Adam Samuel
416.646.7358
asamuel@strathallen.com
Marketing
Roselyn D’Ascanio
416.642.2358
rdascanio@strathallen.com
Tillsonburg Town Centre
200 Broadway Street, Tillsonburg, Ontario, N4G 5A7
www.tillsonburgtowncentre.com
Facebook: @tillsonburgtowncentreontario
519.842.7397
The communities in which we serve are core to our business, and we therefore recognize the importance of
embracing, connecting, and supporting our neighbourhoods. That is why Strathallen has been a long-standing
supporter of community charities and non-profit organizations. We are inviting registered non-profit, and
community groups to use our provided retail space to raise awareness of their causes, events or for fundraising
purposes. Visit our website for more information on our Community Spaces initiative:
https://tillsonburgtowncentre.com/centre-info/. We are also seeking external partnerships with live events and
exhibits to bring their events to our shopping centre!
We are also excited to introduce the Community Board initiative on our social pages! Check out Tillsonburg
Town Centre’s Facebook page to learn more about this initiative:
https://www.facebook.com/tillsonburgtowncentreontario.
Community Spaces
Tenant Partnerships
Let us know about with the important events and promotions happening at your retail location, and
we’ll help promote. Whether it be the launch of a new product line, or a special sales event, please
reach out. You can also add your promotions to our website!
Don’t forget to take advantage of our complementary door insert signage. You can utilize this
signage to display your promotional materials at our centre. For more information about utilizing our
website, or to book your spot on our sign, please contact our Marketing Team.
We are looking to help start-up businesses by offering incubator space within our shopping centre for their
stores and concepts! If there are any businesses within your network that you feel would benefit from this
program, please contact our Leasing Team below. We have a great bonus program for referrals.
Specialty Leasing
Property Administration
Mary Chiasson
519.842.7397
mchiasson@strathallen.com
Joseph’s Furniture
137 Broadway St
Property Profile
•The property sits midway in the block
between Brock St and Rideout St facing
east.
•The current property is in need of some
attention. Primarily regarding the
overhang the upper portion of the
building.
•The lower portion houses a business
space, while the upper has two levels
with apartments
•The Client was consulted with prior to
and during the design process. The
following images profile the vision of
the client and the ideas that were
created during this consultation.
Design Concept
The paint on the upper portion of the building needs to be
cleaned up and prepped for new. The main colour will be an off-
white with a cream undertone. This colour will be accented with
an earth tone brown.
Vertical separation will be achieved by painting the brick
columns on each side in this brown.
The overhang will be given new life by trimming it out in aluminum and using metal shingles in the inner portions. It will be
completed in a grey tone which will allow it to stand out from the rest of the colours. The store entrance will have three
façade bases that will create the look of brick columns. They will be made of either hardie board or a composite material and
will have a wood grain texture. They will be painted in the accenting brown colour. Each brick column will have a simple
sconce light and the inner column will have the address number added as well.
The business sign will be refreshed with new paint and will remain the same colour as it is. It already has
4 gooseneck lights that will also be painted. The upper windows have beautiful Italianate style arches
and sills. They will be painted in the accenting brown tone, and faux windows will be created within the
arches. New windows with a single mullion will be added.
The cornice and parapet along the top of the building will be painted in the accenting brown tone. This along with the
vertical brick columns will frame out the top of the building and highlight the existing architectural character.
Once completed 137 Broadway will reflect the same character and strength as
Joseph’s Furniture has throughout it’s generations in the community.
Prepared By:
42 Oxford St/21 Harvey St
Current Building
•Situated at the corner of Oxford St
and Harvey St, this building holds
architectural elements of Greek
revival design and appears to likely
have been built sometime in the mid
to late portion of the 19th century.
Decorative corbels highlight the
gabled front.
•This building consists of 2 addresses.
On the front side is 42 Oxford St.
Utilization of this space is for a small
business.
•On the West side is 17 Harvey St. A
porch spanning the length of this side
covers the entrances to the
residential units in this building.
•The Client was consulted with prior to
and during the design process.
Design Concept
The brick on the front of the
building is in need of being
cleaned, otherwise it appears to
be in fairly good condition.
The siding on upper portion of
the Harvey St side would be
removed and the brick behind will
be assessed. It will be cleaned
and restored if possible. If it
cannot be, an appropriate siding
will be used.
New signage would be created. Due to the location of this building on Oxford St a
horizontally extended sign would be ideal. Placement would be at the section of the
lower row of windows where the one window has been filled in with brick.
A new railing would be added on the Harvey St side using white vinyl or white painted
wood.
Hardie Board board and batten would
be added to the front surrounding two
new front windows. These windows
would have large transoms and each
side would have 2 sections with
mullions.
A red door with large windowpanes
would greet customers.
The current overhang would be
removed and a small portico would be
added over top of the main entrance.
A faux balcony railing would be added
on the portico and would match the
railing on the Harvey St side of the
building. On the front of the portico
would be the street number in the
same red colour as the main entrance.
Goose neck lighting would illuminate
the front of the building at night on
either side of the portico.
The wood retaining wall is still in good
condition. Two options are available. First
being to power wash the wood and stain it.
The second to continue the hardie board and
clad it.
The upper front
windows will be
replaced, and the top
portions would have
mullions. Each
window would have a
metal balconet added
as well.
When completed this
building will be a
piece of Tillsonburg’s
history reborn.
Prepared By:
Salvation Army/First
Ontario Credit Union
155/157 Broadway St
History
•The location of this building
served as the site of the
Tillsonburg Post Office for many
years.
•The Post Office was torn down
and in 1956 the current building
was built, becoming the home of
F.W. Woolworth Co.
•Woolworth was a beloved staple in the community for many decades.
•Woolworth hosted many fun public engagements. These included Old Fashion Week, carriage rides, free
coffee on certain days to those wearing pajama's, and banana splits for a penny if you popped the right
balloon!
•Many in the community have very fond memories of this store, the lunch counter and manager Jim Keating.
Current Building
•The existing building appears to be
in good condition and is mostly in
need of updating
•Currently it is home to the Salvation
Army Thrift Store and First Ontario
Credit Union. The upper level
houses offices above.
•It is located at the southwest corner
of Broadway St and Ridout St
•The Client was consulted with prior
to and during the design process.
The following images profile the
vision of the client and the ideas
that were created during these
consultations.
Design Concept
The existing brick appears to be in good
shape. It is the original brick and will be
maintained. Any repairs that may be
needed will be addressed if required.
The overhangs on the northeast corner will
be reskinned to match the trim of the
building. The overhang on the Broadway St
side will display the address on it.
The upper row of windows will be
framed with an encasement. This will
be out of Hardie Board or other
decorative composite window trim.
New signage will include the
following.
The Salvation Army logo and the
words Thrift Store out of cut out
lettering.
FirstOntario would be cut out
lettering on a backing board.
The signs will be lit by bar style
overhead lights.
The building did not ever have a
cornice. In order to maintain the
original style the trim at the top will
be matched with the colour of the
windows and all other trim.
The window and door trim of the main
store area will be changed to match that
of First Ontario Credit Union. Hardie
Board or other like material will be
added as a decorative skirt along the
bottom.
The metal panelled trim on the front side door leading to the upper level will be removed. It will
be trimmed out instead with Hardie Board or other like material. The awning above the main
store will be removed and a trimmed header will be added with the address in cut out lettering.
This will also be of Hardie Board or other like material.
•The rear door on the Ridout
St side will also be trimmed
in Hardie Board or other
like material. Wood grain
board material will be
added as well. A raised
panel will be added above
the door in the alcove.
•Vintage style images will be
added on the north side
wall profiling the building’s
history in the community.
Once completed this
building’s simple
clean design will
exude the stylings of
the department
stores of it’s era.
Prepared By:
69/71 Broadway St
Tillsonburg Wine and Beer
Studio/Lagoo Cannabis
Current Building
•This building is located near the southwest corner of Broadway
St and Baldwin St on the west side of Broadway St.
•Formally know as Roho’s Bar and Grill, this building is in much
need of attention.
•The exterior consists of a mix of poorly adhered stucco, metal
siding and clashing stone columns
•The Client was consulted with prior to and during the design
process. The following images profile the vision of the client
and the ideas that were created during these consultations.
Design Concept
The façade design for this building will consist of replacing all current
materials.
The front doors have already been replaced with new. The lower portion of the building will be clad in a grey stone.
The existing stone columns on either side of the building will be changed to an earth toned brick. The centre half
height column will be brick as well. An inset display case with lighting will be added next to the entry of 69 Broadway.
The mid portion of the facade will consist of a wood grain plank siding material. A stone sill will separate the lower
stone façade from the mid level wood grain plank. The stone sill will be carried through the columns as well.
The upper portion will be clad in Hardie Board to frame the signage of each
business. A cornice will be added along the top edge and goose neck lighting
will be used for illumination. Recessed lighting will also be added on the
underside edge.
Once completed this
design will change the
look and feel of this
building and
compliment the
trendy businesses
within it.
Prepared By:
Vernes Carpet One
80 Broadway St
History
•The building at 80 Broadway St has changed significantly over time
•The building as it exists now is not the original.
•Previously known as the Metropolitan Block it was once a two story brick building. It was home of
the Tillsonburg Café in the 1930’s and later the Astoria Café. Other stores in the block included
Vogue Beauty Shop, Stansell’s Meat Market, Ether’s Dress Shop and most memorably the
Metropolitan Store.
•On July 31, 1957 the building suffered a devastating fire that started in the Astoria Café.
Current Building
•The existing building appears to
be in good condition and is mostly
in need of updating
•Currently it houses Vernes Carpet
One Floor & Home
•It is located at the northeast
corner of Broadway St and Oxford
St
•The Client was consulted with
prior to and during the design
process. The following images
profile the vision of the client and
the ideas that were created
during these consultations.
Design Concept
The existing brick is in good shape it only
requires to be painted. Benjamin Moore
Revere Pewter, or something similar, has
been selected
The current sign would be
replaced with cut out lettering
that adheres to Carpet One
guidelines and rules.
The upper portion of the building
will be hardy board, or something
similar, and will be accented with
a wood grain style siding.
The signs will be lit by bar style
overhead lights. Goose neck
lighting will be added along the
front and side.
A simple cornice style
accent will be added
along the length of the
top.
Square button details
will be added along the
length of the bottom
skirt of the top portion.
A decorative skirt will be added to the lower portion of the building made of Hardie Board or
other similar style material.
Once completed this
building will stand out
with its subtle
modern elements
while still respecting
the heritage of the
downtown.
Prepared By:
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extensive renovations fo r an o ffice user and is presently for lease. Here is yo ur chance to own your o wn destiny o r take
advantage o f an attractive cap rate on a rare find.
C lie n t T h u m b n a il 128 B RO A D W A Y St Tillsonburg MLS® #: 40088045
A ct iv e / Com m ercial Sa le P rice : $599,900.00
MLS®#:40088045
Region:Oxford Bldg Area Total:3,200
Municipality Area:Tillsonburg Lot Size Area:0.09
Neighbourhd/SubDist:Tillsonburg Lot Front:21.92
Property Sub Type:Building and Land Lot Depth:166.54
Business Type:Administrative and Support Tax Amount:$5,088
Waterfront Y/N:No Tax Year:2020
Excellent fully restored downtown co mmercial pro perty. Currently the home to "Hamilton, Ward & Cathers Insurance
Services Limited". This property is in the prime core area o f do wnto wn Tillso nburg and lo cated directly across from RBC.
Beautifully restored pro perty with new brick front in keeping with the downtown heritage lo o k and feel. Appro ximately
3,500 sq. ft. of retail or office space on the gro und flo o r with a full basement which is ready fo r future development.
Large waiting & receiving area upo n entering the building. Five (5) private renovated main flo o r offices alo ng the no rth
side of the building. Commo n hallway leads to a private board room, open kitchen & his/her handicap washrooms. Large
rear room is perfect for social gatherings or main floor storage. The lower level is an clean slate and ready fo r
development. Upstairs you will find one o f Tillsonburg's finest do wnto wn apartments. Approximately 1,500 sq. ft. o f
living area with tin ceilings and upgraded kitchen. Currently rented. Do n't delay if yo ur looking fo r new corporate
headquarters or a retail location.
C lie n t T h u m b n a il 18-24 O XF O RD St Tillsonburg MLS® #: 40082161
A ct iv e / Com m ercial Sa le P rice : $975,000.00
MLS®#:40082161
Region:Oxford Bldg Area Total:8,000
Municipality Area:Tillsonburg Lot Size Area:0.10
Neighbourhd/SubDist:Tillsonburg Lot Front:73.79
Property Sub Type:Building Only Lot Depth:
Business Type:Commercial Tax Amount:$9,266
Waterfront Y/N:No Tax Year:2020
SET IT AND FORGET IT! Looking fo r a cash-flowing, hands-off investment that is fully rented top to bo ttom to add to your
portfo lio ? 18-24 Oxfo rd Street is a mixed commercial/residential part o f the Downtown core and offers nearly 8000
square ft o f space - lo cated steps fro m Bro adway. Three established commercial tenants are located at street level and
enjo y one of the highest visibility exposures in Oxfo rd County. Upstairs, find 4 large, fully rented apartments that have
been updated in recent years with kitchens, bathrooms, floor, paint, etc. The commercial tenants consist of two
established retailers, as well as an office pro viding pro fessio nal services. Upstairs, find 1 o ne bedroom apartment and 3
over-sized two bedroom apartments -two come with in-suite laundry. All units pay for their own utilities. This investment
grosses nearly 6k a month with 5.67 cap rate. Owner pays water bill fo r the building- ro ughly $120/m. Owners o ccupy a
15x30 sto rage space in the basement. There is air conditio ning in some but not all of the units. Not many o ppo rtunities
are available to be part of Tillso nburg's coveted core. Call today!
C lie n t T h u m b n a il 124636 SI MCO E St Tillsonburg MLS® #: 40031071
A ct iv e / Com m ercial Sa le P rice : $259,000.00
MLS®#:40031071
Region:Oxford Bldg Area Total:1,340
Municipality Area:Tillsonburg Lot Size Area:0.12
Neighbourhd/SubDist:Tillsonburg Lot Front:141.90
Property Sub Type:Building and Land Lot Depth:
Business Type:Tax Amount:$2,949
Waterfront Y/N:No Tax Year:2020
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!! Operate your o wn business. GAS STATION AND VARIETY STORE in a high traffic area. Highway
Commercial (CH) Zo ne. PROPERTY BEING SOLD IN "AS IS" CONDITION. WITH NO WARRENTY IMPLIED. Phase 2
Enviro nmental Site Assessment co mpleted. All measurements and realty tax are appro ximate.
C lie n t T h u m b n a il 213B TI LLSO N A v Tillsonburg MLS® #: 40056712
A ct iv e / Com m ercial Lea se P rice : $1,400.00/Net Lease
MLS®#:40056712
Region:Oxford Bldg Area Total:1,400
Municipality Area:Tillsonburg Lot Size Area:0.50
Neighbourhd/SubDist:Tillsonburg Lot Front:133.70
Property Sub Type:Part of Building Lot Depth:161.30
Business Type:Professional/Office Tax Amount:
Waterfront Y/N:No Tax Year:
1400 Square Feet of Retail o r Office Space with high traffic area. Very visible. Great fo r small business o r professional
office. Parking is available. Square Footage is appro ximate. Note: Rent is $1,400 per month N/N/N. Additional Rent is
approximately $4.85 per square foot.
C lie n t T h u m b n a il 21 B RO CK St #3 Tillsonburg MLS® #: 40056666
A ct iv e / Com m ercial Lea se P rice : $950.00/Month Gro ss
Lease
MLS®#:40056666
Region:Oxford Bldg Area Total:1,100
Municipality Area:Tillsonburg Lot Size Area:0.00
Neighbourhd/SubDist:Tillsonburg Lot Front:0.00
Property Sub Type:Part of Building Lot Depth:
Business Type:Tax Amount:$0
Waterfront Y/N:No Tax Year:2020
Newly renovated do wnto wn location! This 1100 sq.ft. unit is located at the rear end of the building on the lower level,
ground level access. Included with rent is onsite parking, one universal bathroom, heat & hydro. Flexible po ssession
date. Surrounded in a high traffic area, this busy retail sectio n includes o ther established lo cal businesses (Oldridge
Heating & Cooling; Calm the So ul Yo ga & Wellness Studio ; Bo sto n Pizza; Co rey's Restaurant & mo re). All measurements
and realty tax are appro ximate.
C lie n t T h u m b n a il 102 TI LLSO N A v Tillsonburg MLS® #: 40051659
A ct iv e / Com m ercial Lea se P rice : $10.00/Sq Ft Net
MLS®#:40051659
Region:Oxford Bldg Area Total:2,000
Municipality Area:Tillsonburg Lot Size Area:2.50
Neighbourhd/SubDist:Tillsonburg Lot Front:412.52
Property Sub Type:Building Only Lot Depth:
Business Type:Tax Amount:
Waterfront Y/N:No Tax Year:
Amazing Potential! High Visibility Lo cation in well established plaza on main arterial road. Excellent place for your
existing business or bring your new co ncept!
C lie n t T h u m b n a il 230 LI SGA R A v Tillsonburg MLS® #: 40046758
A ct iv e / Com m ercial Lea se P rice : $13.00/Sq Ft Net
MLS®#:40046758
Region:Oxford Bldg Area Total:1
Municipality Area:Tillsonburg Lot Size Area:1.00
Neighbourhd/SubDist:Tillsonburg Lot Front:0.00
Property Sub Type:Part of Building Lot Depth:
Business Type:Tax Amount:$0
Waterfront Y/N:No Tax Year:2020
To tally renovated Lisgar Heights Plaza is filling up fast! Great retail or professional business office in premium locatio n in
the hub of Tillsonburg. Spo rts and main recreatio n centre is directly across the road and high population density all
alo ng Lisgar Ave. Zoning is SC-E which allows retail, office, medical or personal services. Units available 915,1220,and
1700 square feet. Don't hesitate to make this yo ur new pro fessio nal business address!
C lie n t T h u m b n a il 31 V I CTO RI A St Tillsonburg MLS® #: 40040976
A ct iv e / Com m ercial Lea se P rice : $10.00/Per Sq.Ft.
MLS®#:40040976
Region:Oxford Bldg Area Total:4,800
Municipality Area:Tillsonburg Lot Size Area:4,800.00
Neighbourhd/SubDist:Tillsonburg Lot Front:67.00
Property Sub Type:Building and Land Lot Depth:
Business Type:Tax Amount:
Waterfront Y/N:No Tax Year:
If you're looking to start or expand your business this 4800 (+/-) sq. ft space is available immediately fo r lease! Formerly
used as a meeting room/worship hall with a large spacious room that is 60' X 60'. This solid building features a large
welcoming fo yer, men's and ladies multi stall washrooms as well as a family washroom, all in immaculate co ndition.
Fenced parking lot fo r 60 vehicles and many permitted uses with IN1 zoning. Owner will renovate floor in congregation
area to suit tenant. Taxes are unknown until use is determined.
C lie n t T h u m b n a il 169 B RO A D W A Y St Tillsonburg MLS® #: 40027662
A ct iv e / Com m ercial Lea se P rice : $16.00/Sq Ft Net
MLS®#:40027662
Region:Oxford Bldg Area Total:1,600
Municipality Area:Tillsonburg Lot Size Area:8,557.00
Neighbourhd/SubDist:Tillsonburg Lot Front:50.79
Property Sub Type:Building Only Lot Depth:
Business Type:Tax Amount:$1
Waterfront Y/N:No Tax Year:2020
Excellent High Visibility Downtown Location!! Unit available in one o f Tillsonburgs premier lo cations. Immaculately kept
building already fitted out with high end upgrades. Large receptio n area, three private o ffices, two bathrooms, lunch
room and sto rage area. Rear entrance leads to parking lo t with three exclusive spo ts fo r tenant parking!
C lie n t T h u m b n a il 239 B RO A D W A Y St Tillsonburg MLS® #: 268872
A ct iv e / Com m ercial Lea se P rice : $30.00/Sq Ft Net
MLS®#:268872
Region:Oxford Bldg Area Total:
Municipality Area:Tillsonburg Lot Size Area:0.16
Neighbourhd/SubDist:Tillsonburg Lot Front:67.18
Property Sub Type:Building Only Lot Depth:101.87
Business Type:Tax Amount:
Waterfront Y/N:No Tax Year:
This build-to-suit opportunity is lo cated in a very high traffic area! Situated on the corner of Bro adway St. and Bridge St.
- have your new and improved lo cation designed to suit your exacting wants and needs. Site is surro unded by many
national chains including, but no t limited to: Metro, Pita Pit, Canadian Tire, Medpoint Healthcare, Walmart, Kelsey's
Restaurant, LCBO. Site is zoned CC (Central Commercial) which pro vides fo r a number of retail and co mmercial
allo wances. The landlord is willing to build to a maximum footprint of approx. 6955 sq. ft. on the site. - all subject to
municipal co nfo rmity and to wn by-law allowances.
C lie n t T h u m b n a il 55 B RO CK St E Tillsonburg MLS® #: 267659
A ct iv e / Com m ercial Lea se P rice : $2,500.00/Month Gro ss
Lease
MLS®#:267659
Region:Oxford Bldg Area Total:
Municipality Area:Tillsonburg Lot Size Area:
Neighbourhd/SubDist:Tillsonburg Lot Front:70.00
Property Sub Type:Part of Building Lot Depth:
Business Type:Tax Amount:
Waterfront Y/N:No Tax Year:
Prime Co mmercial Space in Tillso nburg, just under 4000 sq ft acro ss from the post office. Main flo o r and lo wer level.
Professional space all recently updated, new windows and insulation. Several offices, Lunch ro o m, Board ro o m, open
training area, 3 washrooms, fro nt and rear entry. Near to all amenities downtown. Lo ts o f parking available. Co nvenient
locatio n fo r yo ur office or business. Monthly Price $2,500. plus triple net. Available immediately.
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YEAR TO DATE MONTHLY
2021 2020 % Difference 2021 2020 % Difference
$ value of Total Units Sold $406,741,402 $160,895,900 152.80%$116,472,040 $33,756,722 245.03%
$ value of Residential Units Sold $328,691,400 $134,627,000 144.15%$102,417,540 $29,887,722 242.67%
$ value of Other Units Sold $78,050,002 $26,268,900 $14,054,500 $3,869,000
Total # of Units Sold 654 379 72.56%184 83 121.69%
# of Residential Units Sold 551 324 70.06%166 72 130.56%
# of Other Units Sold 103 55 18 11
Total # of New Listings 790 614 28.66%253 109 132.11%
Total # of New Residential Listings 644 488 31.97%213 90 136.67%
Total # of Other New Listings 146 126 40 19
Total # Currently on Market See Monthly Numbers 198
# of Residential Currently on Market See Monthly Numbers 126
# of Other Listings Currently on Mkt See Monthly Numbers 72
RESIDENTIAL SALES Accum.Accum.Month Reporting Month Reporting
BY PRICE CATEGORY 2021 TTL 2020 TTL 2021 2020 AVERAGE RESIDENTIAL SALE PRICE
$ - $300,000 19 64 4 12
$300,000 - $499,999 171 182 50 43
$500,000 - $599,999 132 37 32 8 2021 2020 % Difference
$600,000 - $699,999 84 25 32 3 MONTH $616,973 $415,107 48.63%
$700,000 - $799,999 64 13 23 6 YTD $596,536 $415,515 43.57%
$800,000 - $899,999 38 2 10 0
$900,000 - $999,999 16 0 6 0
$1,000,000 - 1,099,999 7 0 2 0
$1,100,000 - 1,199,999 7 1 2 0
Over - $1,200,000 13 0 5 0
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Municipality: Tillsonburg, Norwich Twp, SW Oxford, Bayham, Charlotteville, Delhi, Houghton, Middleton, N Walsingham, S Walsingham, Port Rowan, Town of Simcoe, Windham
Region: Elgin, Oxford, Norfolk