Like most actor/producer/comedian/rappers, James & Deanna got their start in the Big City. But the pressure of juggling multiple jobs to pay the bills while pursuing their passion got to be too much. That’s why James & Deanna stepped outside of their comfort zone and made the move to North Simcoe.
They were pleasantly surprised to find an area full of culture, history and talent that welcomed them into an open and supportive community. James & Deanna have created a family, an award-winning sketch comedy troupe, a successful TV show and more … all right here in North Simcoe!
EDCNS is about growth, attraction and investment. We are committing a significant amount of energy to tell the story of the many successful business people who have chosen to call North Simcoe home. Through many more exciting and interesting stories like this one, we will feature people enjoying themselves in North Simcoe: visiting, living and establishing their business. We Live It, You’ll Love It!
The Town of Midland has successfully secured a grant in the amount of $250,000 through the Rural Economic Development (RED) Strategic Economic Infrastructure Stream. The funds will be used to assist with streetscaping costs for the King Street Rejuvenation Project and...
Applications are now open for Year 2 of the In-Market Special Project Fund, with $100,000 available for projects in 2021. The goal of the fund, as in previous years, is to increase support for entrepreneurs across Simcoe County. At a minimum, one Small Business...
The Simcoe Muskoka Workforce Development Board (SMWDB) is a Not for Profit funded by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD). As part of our MLTSD operational strategy to gain a better picture of the workforce issues and opportunities within...
A unique business that promotes a healthy lifestyle and healthy food options has opened up at 227 and 229 King St. in downtown Midland. Mega Mindful Living, a fitness studio, inhabits one half of the business, while Newfies Soups and Smoothies, a plant-based café,...
The Ontario government is encouraging people to "show your love for local" by exploring new and creative ways to reconnect with the unique small businesses and places that make the province's communities special. To promote this effort Destination Ontario, an agency...
