Support Small Businesses for a Chance to Win a $500 Shopping Spree

RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill, in collaboration with the Richmond Hill Board of Trade and the Village of Richmond Hill Business Improvement Area, is launching #ShopRichmondHill, a month-long social media campaign and contest to encourage residents to support their local small businesses.

Guided by the Recover Richmond Hill Task Force and Action Plan, the City has been working with all levels of government and local partners to help businesses adapt throughout the pandemic. Encouraging residents to shop local is a key to helping businesses not only recover from the economic impact of COVID-19, but also thrive.

From March 1-31, 2021:

• Buy something from a Richmond Hill small business or restaurant
• Take a photo of your purchase (e.g., item, meal, service rendered)
• Post it to social media using #ShopRichmondHill, tagging @MyRichmondHill and mentioning the business you’re supporting

Your tag enters you into a random draw to win great prizes, including a grand prize of a $500 gift certificate to be spent at a Richmond Hill business of your choice. Entries can also be made online at RichmondHill.ca/ShopLocal.

Residents are encouraged to follow all COVID-19 health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe shopping experience. Online and curbside pick-up purchases are eligible. Visit RichmondHill.ca/ShopLocal for full contest details.

Quotes

“As our community works to gradually and safely re-open, we want our local businesses to know we’re 100% behind them, and continuing to support them through these challenging times. They are the heart of our community and the #ShopRichmondHill contest is a way for everyone to get involved while supporting the local small businesses we love!” – Acting Mayor Joe DiPaola

“This contest is a great opportunity for the community to celebrate local small businesses and services while having an opportunity to win some great prizes. You can take part in #ShopRichmondHill from the comfort of your own home or in person following public health guidelines. Get creative, snap your photo and show us how you’re supporting your favourite shops and restaurants.” – Ward 6 Councillor Godwin Chan, Chair, Recover Richmond Hill Task Force and Chair, Richmond Hill Economic Development Committee

Additional Link

• Recover Richmond Hill Action Plan

Media Contact
Patti Enright, Communications Advisor
Patti.Enright@RichmondHill.ca