Why it is More Important Than EVER to #BuyCloseBy
With COVID-19, many things have changed. At the Haliburton Highlands Chamber of Commerce, we thought this would be a good opportunity to remind everyone why we should make an extra effort to support our local businesses this Christmas Season.
THEY ARE CHARMING
We have so many talented entrepreneurs that procure and produce quality, unique goods and services for us all to enjoy. In our tourist-oriented economy, our main street goods and services are what draw people into our villages and towns.
THEY SELL LOCAL STUFF
Our communities are chock full of artisans, artists, and creators of all types, and our local businesses are the ones that are supporting and selling their wares. From a unique painting of our area to a locally brewed beer or kombucha, we have a lot to offer!
THEY SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY
Do you enjoy community events – from dog sled races to live music shows? These are only possible with the support of our small business owners – you will not ever see Walmart or Amazon on those lists of sponsors. On the other side of COVID-19, this will be even more important!
I hope this short editorial about why we should #BuyCloseBy
inspires you to support a local business today, because without them, cottage country and the Haliburton Highlands would be missing a lot!
