Business Walk 2026

Tewatohnhi’saktha hosted the Business Walk 2026 to better understand the current needs, priorities, and opportunities within Kahnawà:ke’s business community. Through short, face-to-face visits, survey teams gathered feedback that will help shape future programs, services, outreach, and business support planning.

Businesses on the pre-established route list were visited during Business Walk 2026. A Business Walk drop-in was also available at Tóta Ma’s Café on Thursday, October 1, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for businesses without a storefront.

Why Participate?

By taking part in Business Walk 2026, local businesses can share their experiences, identify challenges, highlight opportunities, and help ensure that future support reflects real business needs in the community.

Share your current business conditions and outlook.
Identify workforce, labour, operational, or growth challenges.
Tell us what programs, services, or supports would be most helpful.
Help guide future economic development planning in Kahnawà:ke.
Request follow-up support or additional information from Tewatohnhi’saktha.

Eligible businesses that complete a verified Business Walk questionnaire will receive one $20 Shop Kahnawà:ke gift card and be entered into the Business Walk 2026 Prize Draw. Prize values are expected to include $250, $500, $750, and $1,000, with one prize awarded for every five verified eligible entries. Final details and eligibility rules will be confirmed.

What to Expect

The questionnaire is designed to be brief, respectful of your time, and focused on learning more about your business experience, support needs, and priorities.

Event Details

Date: ONLINE until Monday, October 5, 2026
Hosted by: Tewatohnhi’saktha
Who can participate: Local Kahnawà:ke business owners, operators, managers, or knowledgeable staff

How Feedback will be Used

Feedback collected through Business Walk 2026 will help Tewatohnhi’saktha and participating organizations better understand business well-being, labour market conditions, service gaps, and emerging economic trends. Results will be compiled into a final report and shared with the community to help guide future business support planning.

Contact

For more information or to participate in the event, contact:

Brandon Ross
Business Retention and Expansion Officer / Business Services Officer
Tewatohnhi’saktha
450-638-4280
brandon.ross@kedc.biz