Options & Rates

There are several ways to submit content to our publication. Accepted submissions are subject to the following one-time publishing fees. Articles run for the period specified and may be retained for longer periods depending on popularity. The standard display term is 12-24 months. A summary of all articles are posted to our FaceBook page and fed to Twitter.

Note: Publishing rates do not include writing your article, which will vary in cost based on the number of words, research required, etc. The average rate is between $65 – $100 for a 400-500 word piece. Articles may also be submitted print-ready. Contact us if you require writing services.

Before submitting, review our submission guidelines.

Business Profiles

A business profile can focus on many aspects of your business – highlight your accomplishments, explain your service and showcase the people behind the business. Articles may include 2 photos and a video link.

Standard length 350 – 600 words

Publishing Rate: $85

Runs for: 24 months

 

Columnists

Are you an expert in your field and want to inform the regional business community of your capabilities? Consider being a columnist in GBBJ.

As a columnist, you will write on the subject of your choice for a total of 4 or 6 articles in a 12-month period. Topics can be reasonably broad, such as personal finance, technology, business management, etc.

You will receive attribution within your article and can provide a short bio, including a photo, business name and contact information. Your name also appears in columnists section of our publication. Articles may include 2 photos and a video link.

Columnists must agree to provide a minimum of 4 columns in a 12-month period.

Publishing Rate: Variable

 4 articles over 12 months – $100 per article  

 6 articles over 12 months – $75 per article      

9 articles over 12 months – $65 per article    

Articles run  for: 24 months

Standard length 300 – 500 words

 

Business Press Releases

Got something important to say about your business? A press release is any easy way to inform people changes in your business, new product development, goals achieved or new services. Articles may include 2 photos and a video link.

Standard length 150 – 350 words

Publishing Rate: $75        

Runs for: 12 months

News, Editorials General Press Releases

We accept editorial submissions from the general public. All submissions are subject to approval of our editorial board. Check our our guidelines for editorial submissions.

Standard length 150 – 500 words

Publishing Rate: Free              

Runs for: 12 months

Comments

You are free to comment on articles that appear in our publication although we reserve the right not to post comments that we think are in bad taste, defamatory or offensive. So if you want your opinion heard observe these guidelines.

 

Ticker Items

Got an event to announce, business change or milestone you have reached? Announce it through our business news ticker service.

Standard length 40 – 90 words

Publishing Rate: $15   (currently free)    

Runs for: 3 months or specified termination date

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Learn to Network

Business Networking International (BNI) Sound Networking meets Each Wednesday 7:00 – 8:30 AM at Frog Ponds Cafe

Meet local business people and find out how networking is one of the most effective methods for marketing your business.
Visitors are always welcome, just call ahead to let us know you are coming 519-371-2622.

Business Enterprise Centre Workshops

Basics of Bookkeeping (Three part workshop)
Tuesday September 19th and 26th and Tuesday October 3rd, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Business Enterprise Centre Training Room $95 (HST included)
Facilitator: Jane Gallagher
This three part Bookkeeping Workshop will allow you to use the tools and information to confidently understand your financial statements and your own books. Class size is limited to 8 to allow a hands-on, individual learning opportunity for everyone.

Business Enterprise Centre Workshops

How to “Really” Start a Business
Wednesday September 20th, 9:00 am – 11:30 am, Bayshore Community Centre
FREE – Pre-registration is required
Facilitator: Cliff Bilyea
Discover the basic steps involved in starting a business, evaluating your idea, determining your market and basic rules and regulations. Attending the is workshop is mandatory for anyone applying to the Starter Company Plus Program.

Business Enterprise Centre Workshops

Introduction to Quick Books (Two part workshop)
Tuesday October 17th and 24th, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Business Enterprise Centre Training Room, $80 (HST Included)
Instructor: Jane Gallagher
The first session of Quick Books provides participants with an overview and access to a trial version of the program. The second session will be questions and answers to address specific issues. Knowledge of basic bookkeeping principles is required. Limited to 8, you must bring your own laptop. (This workshop does not cover the online version of Quick Books)

Contact

Phone: 519 371 7464
Fax: 519 371 4043
Site: gbbj.biz
Email: editor@gbbj.biz
Address: 1240 2nd Ave E
Owen Sound, ON N4K 2J3

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