Resources & Support
The King Chamber of Commerce connects local businesses with valuable programs, funding opportunities, information and community support.
Whether you’re looking for grants and programs, business resources, sponsorship opportunities, advocacy support or ways to get involved, we’re here to help. Together, we help businesses in King Township connect, grow and thrive.
Tariff Relief & Trade Resources
Funding & Program Opportunities
Seneca Polytechnic’s Innovation Work-Integrated Learning (InnWIL) program
Access emerging student talent through Seneca Polytechnic’s InnWIL program. York Region businesses can partner with interdisciplinary student teams on real-world projects this fall, gaining fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and practical solutions.
YSBEC 2026 Fall Webinar Series
This 10-part series will explore practical applications of artificial intelligence for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals, with topics ranging from AI-powered email marketing and social media to predictive analytics, personalization, and marketing automation.
YSBEC Succession Planning Program
Planning for the future of your business is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as an entrepreneur. Whether you’re preparing for retirement, exploring a sale, or transitioning ownership to family members, employees, or business partners, succession planning helps ensure a smooth and successful transition.
Ontario Expands Digital Adoption Funding for Small Businesses
Ontario is investing an additional $5 million to expand the Digital Competence Centre, helping nearly 450 small businesses adopt digital tools, modernize operations and improve productivity. Eligible businesses can access support and matched grants of up to $50,000 to invest in technology that drives growth, efficiency and competitiveness.
OCC Talent Opportunites Program
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) offers wage subsidies of up to $5,000 to help businesses hire post-secondary students through paid work-integrated learning placements such as co-ops and internships via the Talent Opportunities Program (TOP). Applications are now open for the Summer 2026 term (May 1 to August 31). A chamber toolkit is also available to help share this opportunity with members.
Receive up to $50,000 in Exporting Grants.
The CanExport SMEs funding program provides Canadian government grants to support Canadian businesses seeking to develop new export opportunities and markets, particularly high-growth priority markets and sectors, by covering a portion of eligible sales and marketing activities.
Student Work Placement Program (SWPP)
The Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) supports paid work-integrated learning (WIL) by providing wage subsidies through delivery partners. It’s a practical way for employers to build a pipeline of early talent while controlling costs, especially for roles that require on-the-job learning (analytics, tech, finance, operations, HR, marketing, and more).
