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Meet the North Simcoe CFDC
In 2002, Arthur graduated with a Honour’s Degree in Public Administration and Governance (Ryerson University). In 2005, Arthur graduated with a Master’s in Business Administration (University of Guelph). After completing his academic studies, Arthur relocated from Oakville to Ottawa and began working for the Government of Canada.
In 2013, Arthur moved to the Town of Inuvik, a small, isolated Indigenous community near the Arctic Ocean, to work as the Loans Officer for the Western Arctic Business Development Corporation (WABDC). In 2015, Arthur was promoted and became WABDC’s General Manager.
During Arthur’s WABDC tenure he helped several Inuvialuit, Gwich’in, and Métis entrepreneurs obtain business loans, government contributions, and government contracts. He also successfully helped many immigrant entrepreneurs (recent Canadian immigrants).
Last December, Arthur moved to Midland, Ontario and became the North Simcoe Community Futures Development Corporation’s (NSCFDC) new General Manager. Arthur is extremely excited about his new position and looks forward to helping the NSCFDC’s clients.
Positive Media Coverage
Meet Bobby Ross: Homeless just 3 years ago, he’s about to start his 2nd business (CBC Article)
Beaufort business development remains steady in spite of slow economy (Inuvik Drum)
Richard McLeod – Successful Indigenous Business Owner (Tusaayaksat Magazine)
Lois has been helping local entrepreneurs realize their business dreams for 20 years. Born and raised in Tiny, Lois returned to the North Simcoe area to raise her family after completing her education in Economic Development (University of Waterloo). With additional training in Client Management, Business Counselling, and Succession Planning, Lois can support you through every step of your business journey. Whether you are looking for local market research, are developing a business plan, or wanting to grow your connections, Lois is here to help you achieve your goals. Lois is pleased to offer these services in both official languages.
Janet was raised in rural Adjala-Tosorontio then moved to Midland in 1988, where she and her partner Brian enjoy boating on Georgian Bay.
With a life-long aptitude for technology and mathematics, Janet studied Electronics Engineering Technology at DeVry in Toronto. Her career as a technician began at Rogers Cable in Toronto, then, after moving to Midland, as an Installer at Huronia Alarms.
Janet later transitioned into the role of Office Assistant at Huronia Alarms then to Office Manager at MTN Communication Systems, where her technical background meshed well with her talents for customer service and bookkeeping. Returning to Huronia Alarms in 2015, Janet was promoted to Accounting Supervisor and Billing Coordinator.
Janet looks forward to helping people realize their business aspirations as the Office Assistant at NSCFDC.
Our Volunteers
Board of Directors
Chris Johnston, Chair
Midland | Manufacturing
Dan Laurin, Treasurer
Penetanguishene | Professional Services, Medical
Louise Maurice, Secretary
Tiny | Professional Services, Legal
Roma Czech, Director
Tiny | Professional Services, Medical
Steve Bray, Director
Penetanguishene | Professional Services, Cleaning
Tim Dunlop, Director
Midland | Professional Services, Financial
Loan Review Committee
Chris Johnston, Chair
Midland | Manufacturing
Dan Laurin, Committee Member
Penetanguishene | Professional Services, Medical
Louise Maurice, Committee Member
Tiny | Professional Services, Legal
Ralph Lynn, Committee Member
Penetanguishene | Marketing Sector
Ron Asselin, Committee Member
Penetanguishene | Insurance Sector
Steve Jones, Committee Member
Tay | Agricultural Sector
Tim Dunlop, Committee Member
Midland | Professional Services, Financial
Help Grow Your Community
Are you interested in offering your skills as a volunteer member of our Board of Directors or Loan Review Committee? North Simcoe CFDC confirms our volunteer positions during our Annual General Meeting. Contact us to discuss how your contribution can help grow our local economy.