DOWNTOWN WINDSOR TODAYEconomic & cultural hub of region

Prime investment opportunities in city centre

Situated on banks of Detroit River

Undergone major transformations in past 10 years

Presents exciting, unique and welcoming environment, shopping, dining & entertainment experiences

A REGIONAL ATTRACTIONDowntown Windsor – gateway to the city, region and

provinceAttracts millions of visitors annuallyIconic mixed-used built environmentCurrently experiencing resurgence

A CLOSER LOOKSome of the region’s largest employers include: Fiat

Chrysler; Ford Motor Company; Caesars Windsor; School Boards; Hospitals; College & University

KNOWLEDGE-BASED ECONOMYRanked one of the Top 7 Intelligent Communities Recent influx of post-secondary campuses New era recognizes downtown as centre of creativity,

innovation and entrepreneurship

QUALITY OF LIFECanada’s southern most city, bounded by

Lake Erie, the Detroit River & Lake St. ClairHolistic, safe and sustainable city centre5th largest culturally diverse city in CanadaBoasts the largest casino resort in CanadaCity’s epicentre is a treasure trove of

artistic and cultural experiences

FAST FACTS

RETAIL RECRUITMENT CAMPAIGNWorked diligently to launch retail recruitment initiativesEstablished commercial rent subsidy programCreated Retail Recruitment Prospectus for use by

developers, prospective retailers, partners etc.Radio and social media campaigns serves as companion

piecesDeveloped retail website primarily for those looking to

invest in the city centre

RETAIL RECRUITMENT PROSPECTUSDisplays information in engaging,

easily digestible mannerInclusion of downtown retailers

lends authenticityProvides wide range of

demographic dataPaints picture of dynamic,

liveable city centre

RETAIL RECRUITMENT WEBSITEMirrors prospectusIncludes listing of Leasing OpportunitiesProvides information on Financial Incentive ProgramsFeatures resources such as Canadian Urban Institute

Reportwww.downtownwindsorretail.ca

RETAIL ADVERTISINGRadio advertising campaign airing in southwestern

Ontario & DetroitDigital media campaigns – placements in Retail

Merchants Association electronic newsletter & Chamber of Commerce electronic newsletter

Social media campaign on Facebook aimed targeted audiences in southwestern Ontario and Michigan

COMMERCIAL RENT SUBSIDY PROGRAM

Utilizes rent subsidy fill previously unoccupied buildingsStimulates and enhances economic developmentIntroduces new diversified services within city centre Funds up to 50% of monthly commercial rent to a

maximum of $625/month for period of one yearEligible sectors include:

Bakery Grocer//Deli/Butcher Hardware & Home ImprovementPet Supplies/Pet Boutiques Art/Music Supplies/Stationery Shoes/Handbags/AccessoriesApparel Home Décor Cosmetics/Body Care/Beauty SupplyIndependent Movie Theatre Vintage/Antique Stores Toys/Educational (Children)Boutique Gym Bicycle ShopBookstore