Business openings, transformations & businesses new to On The Bay
Breaking Down Barriers, Independent Living Resource Centre
Since 1985, Breaking Down Barriers (BDB) has been providing programs, services, resources and supports for individuals with diverse disabilities and their support networks. Based in Collingwood, the registered charity serves Simcoe, Grey and Bruce counties.
“Our consumers/members have visible and invisible disabilities,” said Executive Director Teresa Gal. “Our independent living programs provide life skills training, building on their capabilities and decision-making, so they can live independently in communities they call home. The basis of our peer support program is the sharing of knowledge from life experiences, development of leadership skills and elimination of social isolation through activities like music, crafts, sports, and field trips.”
BDB is also a resource hub for those seeking services by connecting them to the specialized services they require, through collaboration with local healthcare partners and agencies.
234 Ste. Marie Street, Collingwood,
705-445-1543, ext. 301, breakingdownbarriers.ca
Coulter Dawe and Associates
This premier custom home design/build firm in Southern Georgian Bay has been in business for more than 50 years. The company offers full client consultation from land purchase to occupancy.
“Unique by the depth of our experience, the core management team has been together for over 30 years, with vast experience at unique site locations and difficult build sites,” said President Patrick Coulter, who owns the company with Jason Dawe.
“Our firm is always client first. We are always respectful of schedule and budget and will not authorize additional spending without client authorization. Every past client would refer us to friends and relatives.”
Coulter has been in business since 1968 and has worked with Dawe for the past 15 years. The two became partners in 2020 after Coulter decided to step back and enjoy his retirement and his grandchildren, trusting that Dawe would continue the company’s legacy.
115 Hurontario St., Suite 104, Collingwood
705-444-6000
Grey Noise Entertainment
This professional music recording and production studio in Meaford began in November 2018 as a contestant in a Meaford Dragons event and opened in October 2019.
“Grey Noise Entertainment is unique to the area as a full service, professional recording studio,” said owner and audio engineer Devin Hannam. “We offer full music recording and production services, including rehearsal space, recording, mixing and mastering, as well as photography and video editing services. Our business philosophy is to provide professional recording services and promote the music industry in Georgian Bay and surrounding area.”
Hannam has been a musician since age 11 and has had experience with audio engineering/producing for 10 years. He graduated from Fanshawe College’s prestigious Music Industry Arts Program in 2017, followed by the Coalition Music Entrepreneur Program in 2018. He is also a Canadian recording musician under the name Hantiks.
519-372-4739
greynoise.ca
Vacasa
Vacasa began in 2009 with one home and one idea: to create a seamless rental experience for vacation homeowners and guests through innovative technology and dedicated local staff.
“At Vacasa, we provide elevated vacation rental management by taking exceptional care of your home and providing you with the best return on your investment,” said Lisa Franklin, Sales Executive. “Our Vacasa property and rental management service goes above and beyond, providing owners with a simpler setup, common sense convenience, dedicated local presence and outstanding earnings.”
Vacasa’s team of expert vacation rental marketers will help you to reach revenue goals. “We’ll take professional photos, list your home on major booking sites, and automatically adjust your nightly rent to get you the best returns possible,” said Franklin. “We also help with the permit process and filling your calendar, provide hotel-quality cleans and take care of the work involved in maintaining a vacation property.”
Vacasa provides homeowners ease of signing up with no unreasonable fees, flexible owner use and a team of marketing professionals dedicated to delivering good returns for homeowners.
1-888-813-8781
vacasa.com
