Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Paris Marine, Eastside Boxing & Wellness and Heads Up For Inclusion

PTBOCanada is delighted to be running the Business Beat columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…

Paris Marine is celebrating the huge milestone of 80 years in business!

For three generations, the Paris family has built a lasting legacy of exceptional service, community leadership, and helping families make memories on the water. Congratulations to Deborah Paris, Bill Paris, and the entire Paris Marine team on this remarkable achievement! To learn more about Paris marine, you can visit their showroom at 2980 Lakefield Road in Lakefield, or go to their website: parismarine.com

Eastside Boxing & Wellness is hosting an official Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, July 22 at 11 a.m. at 311 George Street North.

Community members are invited to join the celebration and see what's next for this growing local business. For more information and to register you can visit eastsideboxingandwellness.ca or follow them on Instagram, @eastsideboxingandwellness

Heads Up for Inclusion is hosting its free Walk & Roll event on Tuesday, July 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Del Crary Park.

The event celebrates inclusion and meaningful friendships. Drop in to enjoy a variety of inclusive activities, plus a barbecue hosted by the East Peterborough Lions Club. Everyone is welcome to come out, get moving, and celebrate community together. To learn more please email lyle_saunders@headsupforinclusion.ca

Don't forget, the deadline to nominate outstanding local businesses for the 2026 Business Excellence Awards is this Friday, July 17!

With award categories recognizing everything from Indigenous-led businesses to exceptional commercial renovations and community leadership. There are many opportunities to celebrate businesses making a difference across our region. Submit your nominations today by going to pkcc.awardify.io

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Lang Pioneer Village, Community Care Peterborough, Liftlock Cruises and Summer Soul Yoga & Wellness

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Step back in time at the 29th Annual Transportation Day Car & Motorcycle Show on Sunday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lang Pioneer Village Museum.

Explore a spectacular display of antique and classic cars, trucks, and vintage motorcycles from across Ontario while discovering the history of transportation throughout the historic village. Visitors can also enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, live demonstrations, family activities, music, great food, and vote for their favourite vehicle. If you have a classic car, truck, or motorcycle, you can even register to display it and compete for more than 25 awards. For event details, participant registration, and admission information, visit: langpioneervillage.ca.

Community Care Peterborough is relocating their Apsley Office to Better Serve their clients. As of Monday July 27, 2026, Community Care in Apsley will be operating at 91 Curleigh Street in Apsley.

While only down the street from their current location, the new office will offer many benefits for clients, volunteers, and staff. The moving dates are set for Thursday July 23 and Friday July 24. The service office will remain operational over the phone only during that time. The Apsley Thrift Store, which is a key fundraising initiative and popular local shop that helps support Community Care’s programs and services, will be closed from July 20-24th and plans to re-open on July 27 at the new location. There will be a grand opening celebration planned for August. Follow Community Care in Apsley’s Facebook page for more details closer to the event. For more information, you can call their office (705) 656-4589.

Two local favourites are teaming up for the ultimate summer experience!

Liftlock Cruises and Summer Soul Yoga & Wellness are teaming up to bring the ultimate summer experience. The Pilates & Wellness Cruise will take place aboard the Island Princess on Saturday August 1 from 6:00pm-7:30pm with Pilates on the Upper Deck and Yoga on the Lower Deck For more information and to book your spot, email: wellness@summersoul.caIf you want to have your business featured on the Business Beat or know of a business doing something new and interested, shoot an email to brenda@pkchamber.ca.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Community Futures Peterborough, Peterborough DBIA and John A. Brook

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Community Futures Peterborough whose mission is to have a thriving local economy where every entrepreneur feels supported, every business has room to grow, and the community prospers together, is celebrating a record-breaking year.

At their AGM last week they announced that in the fiscal year 2025-2026, the organization disbursed a record of 56 loans totaling over $2.06 million to local businesses across the City and County. Through these investments, Community Futures Peterborough helped create or maintain 167 local jobs. The Business Advisory Centre also delivered a record 541 consultations and supported more than 741 businesses through workshops and advisory services. For more information about Community Futures, please visit: communityfuturespeterborough.ca

The Peterborough DBIA has announced the return of Movies at the Park. The screenings will be every Tuesday from July to August in Quaker Foods City Square at 215 Charlotte St., downtown Peterborough.

The first screening will be on Tuesday July 7, 2026 showing The Secret Life of Pets. Admission is free and no registration is required. Attendees are encouraged to BYOB – bring your own blanket and come enjoy the vibrant downtown atmosphere with local businesses offering snacks, beverages, and treats to help make every night memorable. For more information visit: theboro.ca

Peterborough Real Estate Investment Coach, John A. Brook is launching his business: Pinnacle Real Estate Investing, a coaching and education company that helps investors make informed decisions.

Brook is a veteran real estate investment coach and business leader drawing on more than 40 years of experience. Pinnacle Real Estate Investing is also offering complimentary introductory consultations for anyone interested in exploring real estate investing or strengthening their current investment strategy. For more information you can visit: pinnaclerealestateinvesting.ca

Don’t forget, nominations are now open for the 2026 Peterborough + Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards!

The nomination process is quick and easy. Celebrate the business excellence in our community by submitting your nomination today! More information can be found at pkchamber.ca

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Business Excellence Awards, Youth Unlimited Peterborough and Senior Helpers of Peterborough

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Do you know a business that goes above and beyond?

Now is your chance to recognize the outstanding businesses that help make Peterborough and the Kawarthas really shine. Nominations are now open for the 2026 Peterborough + Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards! The nomination process is quick and easy. Finalists will receive valuable recognition through a multi-media promotional campaign, with award recipients announced live at the annual Business Excellence Awards celebration. Help us celebrate business excellence in our community by submitting your nomination today! More information can be found at pkchamber.ca

Youth Unlimited Peterborough recently celebrated the grand opening of its new Sports Court at The Bridge Youth Centre with a community celebration on June 20.

The event welcomed community members for an afternoon of games, music, food, and activities as the organization officially unveiled this exciting new space for local youth. The new sports court represents another step in Youth Unlimited Peterborough's ongoing commitment to creating safe, welcoming spaces where young people can connect, grow, and thrive.

On Wednesday, June 24, from 1:00–4:00 p.m. Senior Helpers of Peterborough invites the community to celebrate its official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony!

Join the team as they mark this exciting milestone and learn more about the personalized in-home care services they provide to seniors and their families throughout Peterborough. Guests will also have the opportunity to tour the organization's innovative Centre of Excellence, an immersive training space designed to support interactive education for caregivers, family caregivers, and industry professionals. Those wishing to attend are encouraged to RSVP to lheath@seniorhelpers.ca.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Birch + Bloom, Agilec, Opus Tribute Group and Peterborough DBIA

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A new business has joined the downtown retail landscape.

Birch + Bloom Consignment Boutique, located at 188 Hunter St. Unit 7, celebrated its grand opening on June 4 alongside representatives from Community Futures Peterborough and the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area. Founded by Brittany Zarobiak, Birch + Bloom is a thoughtfully curated women's consignment boutique focused on sustainable fashion and elevated style. For more information, you can follow the Instagram: @birchandbloomboutique.

Agilec Employment Services – who helps support job seekers and employers alike – are having an open house at their Lakefield office.

Today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their Lakefield office – 25 Bridge Street, meet their team and join them for free coffee, doughnuts, and giveaways while you learn about the services they offer. For more information, you can call their office (705) 652-1935 or visit their website www.agilec.ca

Opus Tribute Group has announced the acquisition of Hendren Funeral Homes.

Opus Tribute Group is a community governed, not-for-profit organization that has been in existence for over 175 years and started out as Little Lake Cemetery Company in Peterborough. Hendren Funeral Homes serves families in the communities of Lakefield, Bobcaygeon and Norwood and is known for its personalized care, professional staff, and strong community roots. The transition is expected to be seamless for families and the communities served by Hendren. Existing services, locations, and commitments will continue uninterrupted. The acquisition aligns with Opus Tribute Group's “North Star” of existing to make our communities stronger, healthier, and more resilient in the face of grief and loss.

The Second Saturday Sidewalk Sales are back in downtown Peterborough!

From June to September, on the second Saturday of each month, George Street between Hunter and Simcoe become a fully walkable, pedestrian friendly market where visitors can enjoy patios, live entertainment, pop-up vendors, special promotions from local businesses, and more! The event expands across downtown including the Neighbourhood Market at the Bankers Commons Courtyard on Waterstreet with over 20 local artisans and makers, as well as additional artisan pop-ups at Avant Garden Shop on Sherbrooke Street. The program is designed to support local businesses, increase downtown foot traffic, and encourage residents and visitors to shop and explore locally throughout the summer. For more information, visit TheBoro.ca

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Margot Van Sluytman, LAWS Doggie Dash and Showplace Performance Centre

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A story of love, creativity, and adventure is coming with the launch of local author Margot Van Sluytman's newest book, The New Adventure of Ms. Maggie.

The book launch will take place on Saturday, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Needle Happy Tattoos and will feature a book signing and community gathering with the author. This event is also dedicated to helping support newcomers settling in Canada, and proceeds from book sales will benefit the New Canadians Centre. Those interested in purchasing a copy can contact Margot at margot.vansluytman@yahoo.com

Animal lovers and their four-legged friends are invited to take part in the 2026 LAWS Doggie Dash on Sunday at Isabel Morris Park in Selwyn.

This community fundraising walk supports the Lakefield Animal Welfare Society's efforts to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need. Participants can choose between 1.5 km and 2.5 km routes and are encouraged to raise a minimum of $100 to support the cause. Registration opens at noon, with the walk beginning at 1:00 p.m. The event will also feature live music, games, food vendors, and local exhibitors, making it a fun day out for the whole family and their pets. For more information, please visit lakefieldanimalwelfare.org

Country music fans won't want to miss an evening with Country Music Hall of Fame member Kenny Hess, who will bring Songs That Wrote Country Music to Showplace Performance Centre on June 17.

Throughout his career, Hess has shared the stage with legendary artists including Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, and Willie Nelson. Tickets and additional event information are available at showplace.org

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Classy Chassis and Cycles, Passageway Law LLP, Kawartha Apparel and Business Summit

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Classy Chassis and Cycles, the family-run motorcycle dealership in Lakefield, has been keeping it classy for 20 years.

They just celebrated their 20th Anniversary in business! Congratulations! If you are a motorcycle enthusiast, you can visit their showroom at 1399 8th Line Smith in Lakefield or visit their website www.usedhd.ca.

Passageway Law LLP has just welcomed a new associate, Gabrielle Slater-Blair, who was called to the Bar in 2025.

Prior to entering the legal profession, she built her career in the human services sector, working both internationally and domestically on human rights initiatives. Gabrielle works in Family law and is currently taking on new clients. To get in touch with Gabrielle and Passageway Law, you can call their office at (705) 741-5337 or check them out online at www.passagewaylaw.ca.

A dream collab has come to fruition - Kawartha Apparel is now available for sale at Great Outdoors Landing in Bridgenorth!

Kawartha Apparel, owned by Erin Shannon, is a local clothing company that specializes in Lake-inspired apparel and custom clothing, all designed and printed locally on Chemong Lake. It’s very exciting to see two Chemong Lake businesses teaming up to support one another. Kawartha Apparel will also be launching its new website on June 7th – until then, follow them on Instagram at Kawartha_apparel.

The Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Peterborough Economic Development are hosting a Business Summit on June 22 at Ashburnham Funeral Home.

A great day of learning, connecting and understanding how important it is to keep the most important part of the economy, the people who run it as a focus. Visit www.pkchamber.ca/events for more details and to register.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Lang Pioneer Village, Peterborough Humane Society, Peterborough County and Workforce Development Board

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A definite sign of summer is here, as Lang Pioneer Village Museum opens for the 2026 season on Tuesday.

Starting with their Spring hours, Monday to Friday, from 10 AM to 3 PM. The Summer and special event season will kick off with the Father’s Day Smoke and Steam show on Sunday, June 21 and following that, the Museum will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be an add-on experience of Afternoon Tea as well as other hands-on experiences and immersive programs. More information about Lang Pioneer Village Museum can be found by visiting www.LangPioneerVillage.ca

Need pet food?

The Peterborough Humane Society will be hosting their Pet Pantry Pop-Up Saturday, May 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or while supplies last at the Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot – 175 George Street North. Free cat and dog food will be available to pet owners in need. No registration is required.

Peterborough County is continuing work on the Transportation Master Plan Study for the Lakefield Area Road Network.

On May 27, they are inviting the local business community to provide their “unique and valuable insight” during the second public information centre at the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre in Lakefield. This is important work as the future look of transportation in Selwyn and Douro Dummer are reviewed.

If you are a business owner, HR manager or responsible for recruitment in Peterborough (City and County), Northumberland, Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton, then the Workforce Development Board needs to hear from you as they are conducting research to inform the 2026-2027 Local Labour Market Planning Report.

If you are passionate about developing current and future workforce for you and the community, let WDB know what you need by completing their survey today.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Swish, Rubidge Retirement Residence and Heads Up For Inclusion

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Swish is a proudly Canadian company that brings local insight, national reach and decades of experience to every customer relationship.

They are your Canadian partner in clean and are celebrating 70 years of service to the community. Everyone is invited to two full days of prizes, clearance items, product and equipment demos. May 13th and 14th at their founding location - 2060 Fisher Dr. in Peterborough from 9 til 4 with a free lunch on both days from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Rubidge Retirement Residence is hosting an open house from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Friday May 15th and Saturday May 16th.

It’s a great chance to tour and learn more about their residence and services. Perfect for anyone who may be looking to open their next chapter in a place where comfort, community and care come together. For more information, you can call 705-748-4000, extension 252.

On Friday, Alternatives and Heads Up for Inclusion are joining together to host Washboard Hank, sponsored by the Ontario Trillium Foundation, at the Hub on Braidwood Avenue.

The community is invited to participate along with the Amigos Community Program, which brings together adults with and without disabilities for fun and friendship through planned recreational activities. To reserve a spot to see WashBoard Hank, you can email Laura_Lombardi@headsupforinclusion.ca.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Cambium, Century 21 Realty and Be Your Brand

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Cambium Consulting and Engineering is celebrating twenty years in business!

They were founded in 2006 and are a multi-service consulting and engineering firm that helps shape stronger communities with their wide range of technical and professional expertise.

A long-standing friendship between two family-founded real estate companies has come full circle.

Century 21 United Realty has expanded into Cobourg with the addition of Century 21 All-Pro Realty, a brokerage that has served the Northumberland community for over 30 years.

Both brokerages were family-founded, and their founders, Carl Oake and Garry Liboiron, shared a decades-long friendship within the industry. Today, the brokerage is led by Vanessa Oake Hogan, continuing that legacy and bringing the two offices together in a way that feels like a natural next chapter. Congratulations to Vanessa and her team, who will continue the longstanding legacy of real-estate brilliance.

After four and a half years in business, Phillip Jolicoeur who many know as The Marketing Guy has announced his exciting rebrand to Be Your Brand.

It’s a new name but the same business. A full-service marketing concierge designed to support businesses and not-for-profit organizations. The new brand reflects Phil’s vision of helping clients build stronger identities, clearer messaging and a bigger impact.

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