COVID-19 Recovery
The Economic Development department is committed to working closely with local businesses and partners to support economic recovery in Oakville.
Most masking requirements lifted on June 11
Masks are no longer required on Oakville Transit, however the town recommends wearing a mask when physical distancing is a challenge.
Masks are still required in the following settings:
- long-term care homes and other high-risk congregate care and living settings such as shelters and group homes
- when isolating or self-monitoring due to COVID-19
- when returning from international travel
- when attending businesses or organizations with mask policies
Access financial support
Learn more about rent relief, wage subsidies, and access to capital for pandemic recovery.
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Grow your business online
Find free web building tools, one-on-one support, and grants to grow your business.
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Oakville recovery programs
Explore one-on-one advisory services and local programs for your business.
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Source local PPE
Review a list of Ontario PPE suppliers to keep your employees and customers safe.
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Public Health Guidelines
Halton Region Public Health information on workplace safety measures.
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Small Business Recovery
Discover provincial resources available for businesses with fewer than 100 employees.
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Grow your business online with Digital Main Street
Through a partnership with the Province of Ontario and FedDev Ontario, and administered by the Ontario BIA Association (OBIAA), the Digital Main Street program provides free training, advisory support, and grants to small businesses looking to increase their capacity through digital transformation.
The Town of Oakville has partnered with Digital Main Street to assist local small businesses in growing their operations through technology with the Digital Transformation Grant and Digital Service Squad programs.
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Patio Program
The Town's Commercial Recovery Initiative has been extended into 2022, which includes a program for the temporary installation of patios, bistros, and merchandising spaces on public and private lands.
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