ABOUT US
The Algonquin Gateway Business Association (AGBA) is an active business association based in the East Haliburton Highlands, a physical area just south of Algonquin Park, including all of the Municipality of Highlands East and the east side of the Municipality of Dysart et al. The area consists of several distinctive communities: Irondale, Gooderham, Tory Hill, Wilberforce, Harcourt, Highland Grove and Cardiff. This pristine area is the “Gateway” to Algonquin Park, the GeoCaching Capital of Canada and offers so much still to be discovered.
Members of the AGBA are proud of their community and are dedicated to improving business, community growth and promoting tourism throughout the region. We work together as members as well as other agencies, municipalities, and tourism organizations to learn and grow.
ZEN OF BUSINESS
This area is a place of serenity and calls out to many just as it did to those pioneers so many years ago. Who can deny the incredible beauty of the rolling hills, the crystal clear lakes and streams, and the clean northern air? The great outdoors beckon those who are active in paddling, biking, fishing and hunting, hiking or just plain walking -and let us not forget those who are content just catching a glimpse of our incredible and diverse wildlife.
Fresh air and space to play is very available throughout the area, outdoor play is encouraged. Maybe you are a geocacher who enjoys finding a stash or two with your family. The creative type that enjoy photographing, filming or painting in the great outdoors. Get outside and enjoy it all!
MORE REASONS
In addition to offering membership advertising opportunities and education, the AGBA also has expectations of its members. Each member is encouraged to follow the AGBA Code of Conduct and apply these principles when conducting business: Pride in AGBA and Community; Commitment to Customer Service; Hold Necessary Credentials, Coverage(s) and Conduct to Operate Business; Commitment to Local Employment, Culture and Economic Development; Willingness to Charge Competitive Rates and to Support and Protect Our Environment. AGBA is continually raising expectations and the standards of doing business throughout the area. In addition to plenty of useful area information such as boat launches, area history, member stories, GeoCaching, Free WiFi locations, fishing, rockhounding, landfill locations and hours, and so much more. Please support our members, you’ll be glad you did! If you are an area business, please contact the AGBA and join today – membership offers so much value. We hope you find what you need and know that choosing a local AGBA member business works toward improving the entire community.