The Town of Grand Valley's BIA is an association of local business owners and tenants who work to create thriving, competitive, and safe business areas within the Town. For their agendas and minutes, go to the Council and Committee Calendar
Valley Alive Passport
Explore Grand Valley and WIN with the Valley Alive Passport
There is so much to do, see and explore in Grand Valley. We want to promote everyone getting out and enjoying our wonderful Town. Complete the Valley Alive Passport to be entered into a draw to win a $100 gift card to a Grand Valley small business of your choice.
Passport Activities
• Skip a rock in the Grand River
• Walk on the Upper Grand Trailway
• Cool off at the splash pad
• Run the bases at the Concession 2/3 baseball diamond
• Visit the Luther Marsh
Did you know, the Grand Valley Public Library has free passes to visit the Luther Marsh? Visit the library to rent a pass for up to one week at a time.
Contest Details
The contest will open on Saturday May 23 and will conclude August 4.
The draw will take place on August 11th at the Town of Grand Valley Council Meeting. The winner will be contacted by email.
Passport Card Submissions - Pick up your card at the Grand Valley Lion's Duck Race or at the Town of Grand Valley Office. Complete the card activities, fill out the card and drop your card to the Town of Grand Valley Office prior to August 4th.
Digital Submission: Complete the card activities and fill out the Contest Submission Form prior to August 4th.
Looking for an extra entry? Take a picture of yourself, completing one of the activities and post it to Instagram with the hashtag #Valleyalivepassport. Please note you must complete and submit your card in person or digitally to be eligible for an extra entry. The Committee will track extra entries until August 4. Please ensure your name is visible in your Instagram post so the committee can attribute your extra entry to your submission.
Contest brought to you by the Town of Grand Valley Economic Development Committee.
Boards and Committees
The Town of Grand Valley is committed to helping new and existing businesses grow. Together, our Business Improvement Area (BIA) and Economic Development Committee (EDC):
- Identify economic development opportunities
- Encourage business retention and expansion activities
- Facilitate external business attraction
- Communicate and collaborate with key stakeholders
See below for more information on the BIA and EDC.
Grand Valley Business improvement Area
Grand Valley Economic Development Committee
The Town of Grand Valley's Economic Development Committee (EDC) works as an advisory Committee of Council.
Learn more about the EDC Committee.
Economic Development Resources
Dufferin County Economic Development
In 2025, the County of Dufferin launched its Dufferin Builds Together - Dufferin County Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan. .
Dufferin County Economic Development
Dufferin Board of Trade (DBOT)
DBOT is a community building nonprofit organization dedicated to helping local business thrive. When local businesses are succeeding the local economy flourishes and businesses can better support local charities, events, and their employees.
Dufferin Board of Trade Website
Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC)
The Orangeville & Area Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC) provides free guidance and support to start-ups and existing small businesses in the early years of operation. Whether you're developing a business plan, launching a new enterprise, or growing an existing operation, they can provide resources and advice to help you succeed.
Central Counties Tourism
Central Counties Tourism is the provincially funded not-for-profit dedicated to developing, supporting and promoting tourism within the regions of York, Durham and Headwaters through partnership, product development, strategic marketing, research, and collaboration.
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