WELCOME
For more than 20 years the Barrington & Area Chamber of Commerce has been bringing businesses together in the Municipality of Barrington, Town of Clark's Harbour and surrounding areas.
Located in south-western Nova Scotia in the heart of Canada's commercial fishing industry, the area is home to a large fishing fleet and numerous marine related industries.
HELPFUL LINKS DURING
COVID-19
Get the Latest News on Small Business Impact Grant and Worker Emergency Bridge Fund
Small Business Impact Grant
Through this new $20-million program, eligible small businesses, non-profits, charities and social enterprises who have had to close or reduce operations because of the public health order may be eligible for a flexible grant. This one-time grant is equal to 15 per cent of revenue from sales, either from April 2019 or February 2020, up to a maximum of $5,000. You can use it for any purpose.
https://covid19-small-business-impact-grant.nscrc.ca/
The deadline to apply is 25 April. If you have further questions about the program, email SmallBusinessImpactGrant@novascotia.ca
EMERGENCY BRIDGE FUND
The Government will provide a one-time payment of $1,000 to bridge the gap between layoffs and closures and the federal government’s Canada Emergency Response Benefit. Read more about eligibility requirements and how to apply: https://novascotia.ca/coronav…/worker-emergency-bridge-fund/
A toll-free phone line for applications for the worker fund will be open starting at 8 a.m.
Call 1-800-863-6582 after checking eligibility online.
Canadian Emergency Business Account
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Atlantic Chamber of Commerce
Canadian Chamber of Commerce
Our mission is to promote a thriving business climate to ensure the growth and prosperity of our members.
OUR VISION
To be a leading business organization in Barrington & area; adding value to our membership by providing support and encouragement, recognizing the business community’s role as the driving force in the local economy.