Stratford, St. Marys and Perth Tariff Response Task Force (TRTF)

Purpose of the Stratford Perth Tariff Response Task Force (TRTF)

Incorporating immediate and long-term actions to support local industry, small business and the workforce across all sectors.

Coordinated by investStratford, the Stratford Perth Tariff Response Task Force will focus regionally and include Perth County and Town of St. Marys.

Membership Composition: Members of the Task Force will be comprised of organizations with a primary mandate on economic development and are business-facing.

SEEDCo. is a non-profit of the City of Stratford. The task force, considered a priority project, will eventually report to the SEEDCo. Board of Directors. The City of Stratford will be represented on the task force.

Task Force Structure

The task force will be divided into three sub-committees based on sector. Within each sector priorities will be set for short-term, responsive activities and long-term recovery projects around the following pillars:

To support business
To support employees
To support community

Local Business Support Organizations

St. Marys Library Resources and Supports

Your Library works to strengthen our community. For more information, please contact the St. Marys Public Library at 519-284-3346.

Adult Learning

Assistance with Learning Basic Skills and upgrading to complete your high school equivalency.

Service Canada Pop ups

We host three dates a year when Service Canada comes to St. Marys. Contact the Library at 519-284-3346 for more details.

Ontario Works Pop ups

Friday afternoons. Meet with a Representative in person. No appointment necessary.

Friends Complimentary Coffee, Tea and hot Chocolate Station

Help yourself to a warm beverage courtesy of our Friends of the Library Group.

Library Pantry & Friends Fridge

Access food products from our pantry. Available to all community members during our hours of operation.

Period Pantry

Access menstrual, bladder and hygiene products in our free pantry. Available to all community members during our hours of operation.

Collections

Free access to books, magazines, DVDs, video games, audiobooks, games, and puzzles for children and adults.

Digital Collections

Free Access to digital audio books, E-books, magazines, music, videos, tv shows which can be accessed from your smart phone, tablet or computer.

Online Courses

Learn a language in Pronunciator, do genealogy research in Ancestry.

Borrow from our Library + Collection

We lend snowshoes, walking polls, park passes, tennis rackets, pickleball rackets, museum passes, hockey game passes, hotspots, light therapy lamps, radon detectors, bocce ball kits, crokinole board, fishing poles, yoga kits, bird watching kits, and kids activity kits all for free. Enjoy some time experiencing some fun and making memories in your community!

Computer Access

The library has four computer stations that provide internet access and word processing and access to email for your needs, free of charge. Prepare, print or email resumes and government forms.

Printing & Faxing Services

Printing in black and white or colour available on a variety of sizes, including large format for reasonable rates. Please ask staff for a detailed list of costs.

WiFi

Access available throughout the Library.

Public Telephone

Provide the community with local and Canada-wide free calling services for no cost.

Study Space

Available in the library on both the first and second floor for free. Please see staff if you require a spot that provides power to plug in your device.

MakerSpace

We offer space where you can tinker, create and make by booking appointments to use the equipment. We welcome everyone to the MakerSpace. You have access to sewing machines, sergers, a heat press, a Cricut, button maker and 3D printing free of charge, with a small fee for vinyl. Speak to staff for more details.

Home Delivery

Can’t make it into the Library? We will help pick library resources based on your interests and deliver it to you at home. When you’re done, we will pick it up too! Ask staff for more details.

Coming on your bike?

Borrow a bike lock, access to a bike repair kit and use our water bottle filling station for a quick cool drink.

Borrow materials from other Ontario Public Libraries

Place a request for an interlibrary loan with staff. A small fee may apply from the lending library.

Need materials in an accessible format?

The library provides additional materials and can connect you to CELA resources.

Programs

Participate in book clubs, writing groups, playgroups, summer programs, reading contests, lectures, crafts, and even trivia nights! We also host financial literacy programming and offer one-on-one reading support for adults and children. Check out our website and program listings for more details.

How do we find out what’s going on at the Library?

Newsletters & Calendars – Sign up for our newsletters, pick up our services pamphlets and calendars, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram or visit our website!

Government Support Programs and Resources

Business Benefits Finder: Federal programs and incentives are available to businesses
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC): Browse through their resources to support businesses in the face of trade uncertainty page
Canada Business App: Access thousands of government programs and services—federal, provincial and municipal—through the mobile app designed for Canadian businesses and entrepreneurs
Canada Tariff Finder: Find tariff rates and trade agreements relevant to your business
Canadian Trade Commissioner Service: Guidance for businesses navigating trade policies
Export Development Canada (EDC): Financing and risk management for exporters
Ontario Made: Ontario Made brings together manufacturers and makers, retailers and consumers to celebrate and promote the many world-class products that are made right here. They are dedicated to helping consumers identify Ontario-made products, celebrate what is Ontario Made, and support the purchase of Ontario-made products
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO): Effectively harness municipal procurement as a tool in federal and provincial tariff responses
Provincial Government: Matthew Rae, MPP Perth-Wellington
Federal Government: John Nater, MP Perth-Wellington

For more information on the Stratford Perth Tariff Response Task Force (TRTF), please contact the Tourism and Economic Development Manager at 519-284-2340, ext. 272 or kdeeks@town.stmarys.on.ca.