Business Retention and Expansion Project

In 2026, the Township of Severn will launch a Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) Program to learn more about our local businesses and how the Township can support them.

The program will help the Township better understand the needs, challenges, and opportunities facing businesses in Severn. The information collected will also help guide the Township’s future economic development planning.

How the program works

As part of the program, the Township will speak directly with local businesses through interviews and an online survey.

The program will include:

• interviews with 70 businesses across Severn Township
• an online survey for additional business feedback
• follow-up on key issues or opportunities identified through the program

Program timeline

The BR&E Program will run from February to September 2026.

During this time, the Township will:

• prepare and launch the program
• interview local businesses
• collect and review feedback
• follow up on important business concerns
• prepare a summary of findings

Why it matters

This program gives local businesses an opportunity to share their experiences directly with the Township.

What businesses tell us will help:

• identify local business needs
• highlight opportunities for growth
• support future planning and decision-making
• strengthen Severn’s local economy

Get involved

Businesses selected for interviews will be contacted directly.

An online survey will also be available for businesses that would like to participate and share feedback. This survey will be made available on this page in Spring 2026.