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We're open for business.

The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville Economic Development Office is here to work with investors as well as new and existing businesses and industries. We use a collaborative, regional approach to provide new opportunities for all the communities we represent.

This is a progressive place to locate and grow a business. Doing business here means enjoying a high quality of life in what many consider a vacation paradise. The region's natural and historic environment is recognized around the world. Its communities are culturally rich and diverse.

Contact us and learn more about what Leeds Grenville has to offer.

United Counties of Leeds and Grenville
Economic Development Office
32 Wall Street, 3rd Floor, Suite 300
Brockville, ON K6V 4R9
613-342-3840 (voice mail messages are also sent to our email)

* Send a general e-mail, or contact us directly using the links below.

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Ann Weir, Leeds Grenville Economic Development Mananger
Ann Weir

Economic Development Manager
613-342-3840 ext. 5365
ann.weir@uclg.on.ca 

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Ann Weir has been the Economic Development Manager for the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville since 2008 and has recently completed the AMCTO Executive Diploma in Municipal Management. In 2017, she won the Eastern Ontario’s Economic Developer of the Year award.

Her role includes managing economic development through a collaborative environment with ten municipalities and four partner communities to positively influence the growth and well-being of the Counties and its communities...

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Cyndy Bolton, Economic Development Officer
Cyndy Bolton

Economic Development Officer
613-342-3840 ext. 5368
cyndy.bolton@uclg.on.ca

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Cyndy Bolton is the Economic Development Officer for Leeds Grenville. Cyndy’s focus is to implement Economic Development strategic areas under its marketing and communication activities. This will include the bi-weekly business e-newsletter, website and social media content development, maintenance and scheduling, along with promotional projects for investment attraction, tourism and business. She will still be providing digital business programming support, as she did for her first three years as a Digital Specialist. Cyndy’s formal training is in Graphic Design and Photography with certifications in Interactive Multimedia, Social Media Strategies and Grant Proposal Writing from both Algonquin and St. Lawrence College.
Shelbi McFarlane, Business Development Officer
Shelbi McFarlane

Business Development Officer
613-342-3840 ext. 5361
shelbi.mcfarlane@uclg.on.ca

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Shelbi McFarlane is the Business Development Officer for Leeds Grenville and joins the team in promoting regional economic development. Shelbi’s primary role is to help businesses of all sizes flourish in Leeds Grenville. With her background in municipal planning and investment attraction, Shelbi brings a helpful set of skills to those looking to expand or relocate their business into Leeds Grenville.


Shelbi attended Carleton University, where she obtained her Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management, specializing in Development Studies and minoring in Economics. Since graduating she has nearly completed her Diploma in Municipal Administration through the AMCTO as well as an Economic Development certification through the University of Waterloo.

Caroline Hardy, Small Business Program Assistant
Carol Hardy

Small Business Development Officer
613-342-3840 ext. 5367
Carol.Hardy@uclg.on.ca

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Carol brings over 20 years of small business experience to the team, ranging from operating several home-based businesses, mentoring home business operators and working as a partner in her husband’s company. She is passionate about helping entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses to success. Carol is a lifelong learner and actively pursues opportunities to increase her skillset, business knowledge and personal development.
Joanne Poll, Administration, Communications Support
Joanne Poll

Administrator &
Communications Support
613-342-3840 ext. 5362
joanne.poll@uclg.on.ca

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Joanne Poll is the Economic Development Department Administrator and Communications Support for Leeds Grenville. She provides administrative and communications support in the promotion of Leeds Grenville and its ten member municipalities.

Joanne oversees the 1000 Islands and Rideau Canal Garden Adventures, and Tourism Visitor services.  Joanne works to ensure the website is an up-to-date central repository of information for Leeds Grenville visitors, residents, municipal partners, existing business and industry, potential investors and site selectors, which includes a Business Directory - a listing of more than 4,500 Leeds Grenville businesses.

Joanne has been in the Tourism industry for 20 years, is an IT specialist and holds a Photography Diploma from Algonquin College.

Andrew Stacey, Tourism Marketing SupportAndrew Stacey

Tourism Marketing Support
613-342-3840 ext. 5360
andrew.stacey@uclg.on.ca

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Andrew Stacey is the Tourism Marketing Support position to support the Leeds Grenville Regional Tourism Destination Strategy for the 1000 Islands Rideau Canal Waterway tourism region. Andrew brings extensive experience in marketing, communications and graphic design to the position. He has previously worked with the Automotive Industries Association of Canada and Corel. Andrew is tasked with marketing existing tourism experiences and supporting the creation of new ones; creating travel media itineraries, content development, digital imagery, videography, social media, blogs and promotional campaigns.

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Leeds Grenville Economic Development
32 Wall Street, Suite 300
Brockville, Ontario K6V 4R9

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613-342-3840 ext. 5362

North America toll free
1-800-770-2170

International
00+1+613+342+3840

Email us: econdev@uclg.on.ca
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Economic Development Office
32 Wall Street, Suite 300
Brockville, Ontario, Canada K6V 4R9

613-342-3840 ext. 5362
North America toll free: 1-800-770-2170
International: 00+1+613+342+3840
Email: econdev@uclg.on.ca
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