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What Keeps You Up at Night – The Life of an Entrepreneur: Episode 4

On this episode of What Keeps You Up at Night – The Life of an Entrepreneur, host Shauna Rae sits down with partners Brad Kaiman and Nathan Wilcox, owners of Violet’s of Strathroy. During this interview, the married couple point to the strengths of each partner as to why Violet’s of Strathroy is already a […]

What Keeps You Up at Night – The Life of an Entrepreneur: Episode 3

On this episode of What Keeps You Up at Night – The Life of an Entrepreneur, host Shauna Rae sits down with Meghan Snyder, owner of Snyder’s Family Farm to discuss the joys and struggles that come from running a farm and how she wouldn’t have it any other way. ———– Dans cet épisode de […]

What Keeps You Up at Night – The Life of an Entrepreneur: Episode 2

On this episode of What Keeps You Up at Night – The Life of an Entrepreneur, host Shauna Rae sits down with female entrepreneur Allie Hughes, CEO, and founder of Hughes&Co to discuss the responsibilities of being a business owner in a male dominated industry and shares her frustrations around the inaccessibility of women’s healthcare […]

What Keeps You Up at Night – The Life of an Entrepreneur: Episode 1

On this episode of What Keeps You Up at Night – The Life of an Entrepreneur, host Shauna Rae sits down with Indigenous Entrepreneur Alyssa Humphrey, owner of The Social Factory to discuss being a female entrepreneur in a rural community and what changes she hopes to see for women looking to start their own […]

Purely Wicked – St. Thomas, ON

Owner Kim Goodhue of Purely Wicked talks about the success of her business with the help of the Community Futures Program.

JC Green – Thorndale, ON

Owner Rob O’Neill of JC Green talks about the success and growth of his business with the help of the Community Futures Program.

Angels Daycares – Komoka, ON

Owner Mostafa Heikal of Angels Daycares talks about the success and growth of his business with the help of the Community Futures Program.

Niagara Skydive – Fenwick, ON

Owner Tim Grech, of Niagara Skydive Centre talks about the growth of his business with the help of the Community Futures Program and the Grand Erie Business Centre.

Spot App – Innisfil, ON

Owner Darren Perlman of Spot talks about the success and growth of his business with the help of the Community Futures Program.

Ostrich Land – Caistor Centre

Owner Yelena Anikeyeva of Ostrich Land Ontario talks about the success and growth of her business with the help of the Community Futures Program.

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Community Futures South Georgian Bay – 1885 Caesar Bar Client Profile

Community Futures South Georgian Bay helps crown Caesar King of Canada There’s nowhere else in Canada where you can get the truly exceptional 1858 Caesar Bar experience. “Being Canada’s first Caesar bar and Canada’s national drink has turned us into an attraction,” says 1858 Caesar Bar owner Steve Walker. “People come for the experience. It’s […]

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Community Futures Huron – Cabinscape Client Profile

Finding comfort in the wild with the help of Community Futures Huron The great outdoors have gotten a little more comfortable, thanks to unique and cozy retreats created by Cabinscape. Owned and operated by John and Laura Loerchner, Cabinscape provides people looking to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life with clean, solar-powered […]

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Community Futures Oxford – Snyders Farm Client Profile

Family Fun & Festivals at Snyder’s Family Farms Snyder’s Family Farm is an agricultural tourist destination in Oxford County where guests can experience family fun in the country. Owners John and Meghan Snyder welcome over fifty thousand visitors annually to the farm. With over 30 acres of pumpkins, twenty-one thousand Christmas trees, and an abundance […]

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Community Futures Oxford – Soul Purpose Bars Client Profile

 Snacks with Purpose Soul Purpose Bars is on a mission to offer healthy snacks that serve a purpose. Nutrient-dense ingredients from whole foods, plant proteins, and healthy fats offer therapeutic benefits to nourish and heal the body. The plant-based protein bars are unprocessed and preservative-free so you can feel good about snacking. “All of the […]

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Venture Niagara – Kame & Kettle Beer Works Client Profile

Brewed by Design, for What Ales You In 2015, long time friends Dave Beifuss and Todd Barber opened a small brewhouse in Fonthill, Kame and Kettle Beer Works. The name Kame and Kettle is a tribute to Fonthill, the highest point in The Niagara Peninsula. A kame is a hill made of sand and gravel […]

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Community Futures Middlesex – Whitecrest Mushrooms Ltd. Client Profile

Question: What do Arctic Kiwi berries and mushrooms have in common?   Answer: They are both grown at Whitecrest Mushrooms Ltd., a family owned and operated farm near Putnam, in the heart of Southwestern Ontario. Growing Arctic Kiwi berries is just one of the innovations that Murray and Chantelle Good and their sons Evan and […]

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Venture Niagara – XpertVR Client Profile

XpertVR – Unforgettable ELearning Experiences Co-founders Drew MacNeil and Evan Sitler launched the startup XpertVR through Brock University’s BioLinc Incubator. What started out as an experimentation with a 360-degree camera quickly transitioned into marketing video creation for big brands including Brock University, Niagara Falls Tourism, and Red Bull. With a passion for videography and technology, […]

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Sarnia-Lambton BDC – Client Profile

Meet Eye Guy Gal Sarnia’s Eyewear Boutique   The Eye Guy eyewear boutique is located in Sarnia’s downtown Mitton village. Upon entering you may expect to be greeted by the Eye Guy only to be pleasantly surprised to meet ‘Eye Gal’, Beth Kolthoff. In 2019, when the founder of Eye Guy retired Kolthoff took over […]

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Vettä Nordic Spa – Orillia Area CDC Success Story

Vettä Nordic Spa Founder and President Eric Harkonen has a passion for Finland, his Finnish heritage, and the Finnish lifestyle. So much so, that he has brought a big piece of that experience to Horseshoe Valley, for everyone to enjoy. Vettä Nordic Spa offers thermal therapy and an authentic Finnish experience with its impressive hot […]

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Launch Pad: Launching Youth into Success – Saugeen Economic Development Corporation Success Story

Launch Pad is an innovative youth technology and trades centre located in Hanover, Ontario. Its mission is to help youth find their passion and connect with local employers and the community, while helping them develop skills learned at Launch Pad into career opportunities. Launch Pad does this by providing skills-based after school programming in various […]

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CF Western Ontario/SOFII @cfwontario ·
25 Jan

Développement des collectivités de l'Ouest de l'Ontario est fière de créer un lieu de travail sûr, sain et respectueux. Nous reconnaissons également l'importance de la santé mentale et du bien-être des habitants des collectivités rurales de l'Ouest de l'Ontario.
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Community Futures Western Ontario takes pride in creating a safe, healthy and respectful workplace. We also recognize the importance of the mental health and well-being of the people in our rural communities throughout Western Ontario.
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CF Western Ontario/SOFII @cfwontario ·
25 Jan

L’innovation peut prendre diverses formes, et personne ne le sait mieux que le FIISO. Nous avons été créés pour appuyer les entreprises novatrices dans tout le Sud de l’Ontario. Pour connaître notre processus et savoir si vous y êtes admissible, visitez le http://www.sofii.ca

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25 Jan

Innovation can come in many forms, and no one knows that better than SOFII. We were created to support innovative businesses throughout all southern Ontario. To find about our process and see if you qualify, please visit http://www.sofii.ca.

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#Développementdescollectivités est un programme national qui vise à aider les entreprises à croître, à réussir et à devenir plus fortes dans leurs collectivités rurales. https://cfwesternontario.ca

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