downtown windsor today economic & cultural hub of region prime investment opportunities in city...
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DOWNTOWN WINDSOR TODAYEconomic & cultural hub of region
Prime investment opportunities in city centre
Situated on banks of Detroit River
Undergone major transformations in past 10 years
Presents exciting, unique and welcoming environment, shopping, dining & entertainment experiences
A REGIONAL ATTRACTIONDowntown Windsor – gateway to the city, region and
provinceAttracts millions of visitors annuallyIconic mixed-used built environmentCurrently experiencing resurgence
A CLOSER LOOKSome of the region’s largest employers include: Fiat
Chrysler; Ford Motor Company; Caesars Windsor; School Boards; Hospitals; College & University
KNOWLEDGE-BASED ECONOMYRanked one of the Top 7 Intelligent Communities Recent influx of post-secondary campuses New era recognizes downtown as centre of creativity,
innovation and entrepreneurship
QUALITY OF LIFECanada’s southern most city, bounded by
Lake Erie, the Detroit River & Lake St. ClairHolistic, safe and sustainable city centre5th largest culturally diverse city in CanadaBoasts the largest casino resort in CanadaCity’s epicentre is a treasure trove of
artistic and cultural experiences
RETAIL RECRUITMENT CAMPAIGNWorked diligently to launch retail recruitment initiativesEstablished commercial rent subsidy programCreated Retail Recruitment Prospectus for use by
developers, prospective retailers, partners etc.Radio and social media campaigns serves as companion
piecesDeveloped retail website primarily for those looking to
invest in the city centre
RETAIL RECRUITMENT PROSPECTUSDisplays information in engaging,
easily digestible mannerInclusion of downtown retailers
lends authenticityProvides wide range of
demographic dataPaints picture of dynamic,
liveable city centre
RETAIL RECRUITMENT WEBSITEMirrors prospectusIncludes listing of Leasing OpportunitiesProvides information on Financial Incentive ProgramsFeatures resources such as Canadian Urban Institute
Reportwww.downtownwindsorretail.ca
RETAIL ADVERTISINGRadio advertising campaign airing in southwestern
Ontario & DetroitDigital media campaigns – placements in Retail
Merchants Association electronic newsletter & Chamber of Commerce electronic newsletter
Social media campaign on Facebook aimed targeted audiences in southwestern Ontario and Michigan
COMMERCIAL RENT SUBSIDY PROGRAM
Utilizes rent subsidy fill previously unoccupied buildingsStimulates and enhances economic developmentIntroduces new diversified services within city centre Funds up to 50% of monthly commercial rent to a
maximum of $625/month for period of one yearEligible sectors include:
Bakery Grocer//Deli/Butcher Hardware & Home ImprovementPet Supplies/Pet Boutiques Art/Music Supplies/Stationery Shoes/Handbags/AccessoriesApparel Home Décor Cosmetics/Body Care/Beauty SupplyIndependent Movie Theatre Vintage/Antique Stores Toys/Educational (Children)Boutique Gym Bicycle ShopBookstore