Partnerships and Associations

As a member of the Kenora Business Partners, the City of Kenora has established partnerships with other business and economic development organizations. We are available to assist you in making connections within the community.

Northwest Business Centre

The Northwest Business Centre is the premier resource for small business. Their goal is to empower and equip entrepreneurs with the advice, information and skills needed to succeed in small business.

We work towards economic growth through providing:

• quality business counselling
• training
• workshops and seminars
• mentoring and networking opportunities
• Internet and computer access
• library of business resources

Harbourtown BIZ

Harbourtown BIZ works to manage improvement, beautification and maintenance of lands, buildings and structures in the downtown area. They promote the area as a business and shopping centre.

Lake of the Woods Business Incentive Corporation

Whether you're looking to open a business or expand an industry, the Lake of the Woods Business Incentive Corporation (LOWBIC) is here for you!

As a Community Futures Development Corporation (CFDC), LOWBIC offers a wide variety of programs and services to support community economic development and small business growth, including:

• support for community-based projects
• business information and planning services
• access to capital for small and medium-sized businesses and social enterprises

Kenora & District Chamber of Commerce

The Kenora & District Chamber of Commerce (KDCC) promotes a thriving business climate for the growth and prosperity of our members. Our network of local businesses, professionals, entrepreneurs, and community group's work together to promote collective interests within the community and create a thriving business climate that ensures growth and prosperity.

Kenora Hospitality Alliance

Kenora Hospitality Alliance (KHA) is a unified organization with committed leadership pledged to promote, protect, and serve the interests of the Hospitality and Tourism Industry.

The KHA is made up of hotel, motel and bed and breakfast properties. Each property is unique in the amenities and facilities that they have to offer guests.

Lake of the Woods District Stewardship Association

The Lake of the Woods District Stewardship Association (LOWDSA) is a vibrant membership-driven organization focused on the sustainability of “lake life” in our region. With more than 4000 members, they are one of the largest associations of this kind in the province of Ontario.

LOWDSA is active in a variety of programs, such as: 

• environmental initiatives
• economic development in the region
• member education
• communication
• fair taxation for waterfront property owners

Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre

The Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre's acts as a support system for innovation and they are committed to collaboration and helping. Whether you need connections, funding, resources, business expertise, training or something completely different, come talk to us.