Peterborough Blogs
StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat Featuring All Heart CPR & First Aid, Leadercast & More!
/PTBOCanada is delighted to to be running StooNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…
Amy Dechaine’s business is called All Heart CPR and First Aid. Amy has over ten years’ experience in the health care field as a paramedic, flight paramedic, and air ambulance communications. Amy offers certified training in multi-level CPR, Basic Life Support, First Aid and Emergency First Aid. She provides both business and individual training and can customize your training to meet your needs. Visit allheartcpr.ca for more info.
Andy Tough of RMS events is very aware of how the pandemic has affected local musicians, so he is putting together the “Live at the Barn” series at his Band of Brothers Studio, which is, yes, located in his barn! Andy wants to provide musicians with the opportunity to perform together in a safe environment, and to distribute the edited show on his YouTube channel. Andy has some sponsorship packages available to help support the initiative. For details, call 705-743-5125 or visit rmsevents.ca.
Kevin and Heather Covert and the team at Peterborough Driving School are back at it. They are now offering the 20-hour MTO approved Beginner Driver Education classes online. Students can work at their own pace from home. In-car and in-class lessons will be returning soon, and Medical restriction assessments resumed on Friday. Details at peterboroughdrivingschool.ca.
The Peterborough Chamber of Commerce Leadercast series continues. Working like a book club, you get access to a number of world-class speakers, by watching a 30-minute video and then joining an online chat to compare key take-aways. The next speaker is Richard Montañez who started his PepsiCo career as a janitor, and went on to create their Flaming Hot Cheetos line, on his way to becoming the VP of Multicultural Sales and Marketing, PepsiCo North America! Other speakers in the lineup include former NBA Basketball star Magic Johnson. Details are at peterboroughchamber.ca.
StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat Featuring PKED's Summer Company Business Startups & More
/PTBOCanada is delighted to to be running StooNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…
Peterborough will be getting another marijuana dispensary. Kasa Kana is owned by brothers Aren and Evan Arkrakas, and they are shooting for a mid-August opening. Located at 1840 Lansdowne St. W. in the Mapleridge Plaza, near Brealey Drive, the brothers are also planning a second location in Huntsville next year. Visit kasakana.com for details.
Peterborough and the Kawarthas Economic Development Corporation’s Business Advisory Centre announced its 2020 crop of Summer Company business startups:
Andréanna Sullivan’s Cozy Cups Pottery produces mugs, saucers, spoons, and plant pots and trays, as well as commissions. Follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Breah Beazer Clarke‘s Constellation Crafts specializes in Macramé. From grand wall hangings and chandeliers to plant hangers and reusable produce bags, you’ll find Constellation Crafts on Etsy and social media.
Gabriel Dalgarno’s OG Jigs promises to help you catch fish with beautiful hand-tied marabou jigs. Watch for him on Etsy soon, or email OGJigs@gmail.com.
Mary Wootton has MJ’s Paper Shop with stickers, cards, calendars, journal inserts for those who love to journal, personalize a binder or get a custom card for a special occasion. Check out mjspapershop.ca.
And Shane Willis has launched Eco-Care Lawn Care, a property maintenance company that features an all-electric, zero-emission, environmentally friendly property maintenance approach. Call or text 289-489-9293, or online soon at ecocarelawncare.ca.
Congratulations to all of these young entrepreneurs.
StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat Featuring Heel 2 Toe, Letter My Lawn & More!
/PTBOCanada is delighted to to be running StooNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…
There are obviously dozens of stories about area businesses who have bravely figured things out over the last few months, but two in particular stand out this week. Melissa and Chris Allan proudly opened their new business, HEEL 2 TOE Footwear Repair in Peterborough Square, just a couple of weeks before everything was shut down. They recently re-opened to offer repairs to everything from Birkenstock sandals, to cowboy boots, from high heels to sports shoes. They also do leather work, replace velcro stitching and much more. They are located in the lower level of Peterborough Square. 705-874-2939
And Gerry’s Live Bait in Lakefield suffered a devastating fire earlier this year. Owner Gerry Tucker is back up and running, just next door in the Julian’s Plaza in Lakefield. Gerry has lots of minnows, worms, leaches and tackle. Call 705-651-2248.
Teenage sisters, and student entrepreneurs Grace, Shannon and Ellen Murphy are about to launch their new business - Letter My Lawn! They can help you celebrate special occasions with personalized lawn messages for everything from birthdays and anniversaries, to graduations, engagements and retirements. Do it with class, put it on the grass! Call 705-750-7922.
ISF Inc. is a Peterborough-based company that has obtained the Canadian Distribution for a product called Bioesque. Owner Peter DeSanto was attracted to the product because it is a highly effective plant-based disinfectant that kills the COVID 19 virus in 1 minute, all bacteria in 2 minutes, and all Allergens in 3 minutes, with a simple spray-on and let it dry approach. They also have other plant-based cleaners and Personal Protective Equipment. Check it out at isfpro.com.
As local businesses reopen under strict guidelines, often accessibility issues are overlooked. These can be easily remedied with some help from a new program from The Peterborough Council for Persons with Disabilities, who are offering a new COVID-19 Accessibility review.
Two volunteers with lived experience will visit your business and show you how you can easily promote accessibility and inclusion for all your customers and employees. Details are at pcpd.ca.
“Like” StoosNews page on Facebook here!
Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for PTBOBuzz newsletter here.
StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat Featuring Peterborough Farmers Market, Never Bin Cleaner & More!
/PTBOCanada is delighted to to be running StooNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…
The Peterborough Farmers Market reopened at Morrow Park this past Saturday. The new board of directors has a new lease agreement with the City of Peterborough. They have been working closely with the Peterborough health unit team, and have an extensive plan to help everyone feel safe shopping for local food outdoors. Check them out this Saturday morning at Morrow Park, at the corner of George and Lansdowne Street in Peterborough. Peterboroughfarmersmarket.com
Also, the Lakefield Flea Market opened for business on Sunday, June 21st. The market is located at the fair grounds in Lakefield and runs every Sunday from 9 – 4, with all proper Public Health protocols in place.
Is your dumpster a disaster? Is your can clean? Never Bin Cleaner is Scott Scaletta’s new business, cleaning and sanitizing waste dumpsters and bins for both residential and commercial customers. Scott offers on-site cleaning, disinfecting and everything is Eco-Friendly. He also offers power washing and walkway and driveway cleaning. Visit neverbincleaner.ca for details.
We all know that the charitable and not for profit sector has been hit hard this year, particularly those that depend on fundraising events. The Great Canadian Giving Challenge is a national public contest to benefit any registered Canadian Charity. Every $1 donated to a registered charity in June via CanadaHelps.org automatically enters the Charity to Win an additional $20,000 donation! Just go to Canadahelps.org and do a keyword search for Peterborough.
And finally, a shoutout to realtor John Bowes who announced his retirement last week after 70 years in the real estate business. Happy 93rd birthday Mr. Lowes, and congratulations. Also, Rocky Caravaggio passed away last week. An Italian immigrant, who with his brother Nick and their families have made a lasting impact on the Peterborough community. Thanks for a life well lived Rocky…
“Like” StoosNews page on Facebook here!
Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for PTBOBuzz newsletter here.
StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat Featuring Millbrook Mercantile, Friendly Indian Cuisine & More!
/PTBOCanada is delighted to to be running StooNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…
The Millbrook Mercantile is a recent addition to Millbrook’s downtown, and like everyone has had to adjust their products and services. And while that can be tough for a brand-new business, owners Bernadette and Lance have rolled with the punches and continue to build their brand. You’ll find food, clothing, jewelry, soaps, lots of gift idea, and wonderful daily surprises—everything from Tiramisu to Charcuterie boards. Stop in to 28 King Street East or check them out at Millbrookmercantile.com.
Peterborough Carpet care recently obtained verification from Health Canada for using a registered disinfectant for completing electrostatic decontamination of viruses, bacteria, fungi, and odor-causing microorganisms. Owner Mike Gallacher has all of the necessary equipment and training in place, and is ready to take on your building. Visit PeterboroughCarpetCare.com.
Friendly Indian Cuisine is a new restaurant recently opened at 1017 Monaghan Road in the former Monaghan Café location. Described as a friends-run restaurant, the owners are chefs and have many years of experiences creating fine Indian cuisine. Open just for take-out and delivery for now, check out their menu at friendlyindiancuisine.com.
The Peterborough Chamber of Commerce presents the Leadercast series, a world-class leadership training opportunity for you, your staff or your clients. Leadercast features 7 trailblazers, including former NBA star Magic Johnson, digital media pioneer and best-selling author Amy Jo Martin—named one of the most powerful women on Twitter—to Bozoma Saint John, a lead marketer for Uber, Apple and Pepsi-Cola. Set up to work like a book club, participants will have four days to view a 30-minute video, then join a panel presentation and discussion and meet some new people. The leadercast series starts June 26th, details at peterboroughchamber.ca.
StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat Featuring Living Local Box, DIY Design Company & More!
/PTBOCanada is delighted to to be running StooNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…
DIY Design Company is a new local business offering customized do it yourself wooden sign making kits. Owners Meagan and Tiffany design it, you create it. All materials are included with easy to follow instructions. Check out their website where you can choose different stain and paint colours and lots of designs, and then place your order.
Warren McRae’s new business is called Peterborough Pro Tackle. Located at 1123 Water Street at Marina Boulevard, Warren stocks a great selection of sport fishing supplies including rods, reels, fishing line, tackle, bait, accessories, apparel, gift cards and more. Open Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., check them out online at Ptboprotackle.ca.
The Living Local Box is the brainchild of Alicia Doris. The Living Local Box is a seasonal subscription box featuring the best of Peterborough and The Kawarthas. Your surprise selection could include local artwork, bath & body, food & drink, lifestyle and more. The Spring Box sold out in a week, and the Summer Box is now available but numbers are limited. Shipping free to Peterborough and Selwyn Township, visit livinglocalbox.com to learn more and order yours today.
Peterborough companies are well known for their generosity, even in tough times. Two good examples are Siemens Canada who launched the Canadian Siemens Caring Hands COVID-19 Relief Fund in partnership with the Canadian Red Cross. Employee donations will be matched by Siemens Canada.
And Nexicom recently launched their Community Support Initiative to help their small commercial business customers. Nexicom used its social media channels to give away a Mother’s Day Gift certificate from Elmhirsts and profiled Charlotte Paint and Wallpaper, and the Canoe and Paddle restaurant in Lakefield.
StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat Featuring Kingdon Timber Mart, Grady's Shoes & More!
/PTBOCanada is delighted to to be running StooNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…
Starting in Lakefield in 1927, 94 years in the same location, Kingdon Timber Mart recently expanded to an amazing new building and lumber yard at the corner of the Buckhorn Road and the 8th line, just West of Lakefield. Owners Don and Kevin Dyck and Dave Breukelaar recently opened the new location to the public with all of the proper safety protocols in place.
Kingdon Truss and the Lansdowne Street location continue operations. Congratulations to everyone on the amazing growth of the Kingdon business.
New Lakefield location
Farmcrest Marketplace and Event Centre is opening their outdoor summer season at the Trentwinds Convention Centre on Lansdowne Street East. Operating from 8 am to 1 pm, The Farmcrest Marketplace Team have been working closely with the Peterborough Health Unit and are operating in a manner that promotes public health and safety during Covid-19. You’ll find vegetables and fruits in season, fresh eggs, goat cheeses and soaps, bedding and vegetable plants, potted flowers, homemade jams, jellies and preserves, perogies, cabbage rolls and much more! Check it out this Saturday: Farmcrest Marketplace at the Trentwinds, Lansdowne Street just East of Ashburnham.
I missed them when they opened, so let’s congratulate Denise and Keith Rye (pictured below) on their one year anniversary as owners of the Jani-King franchise in Peterborough! Jani-King is a recognized leader in commercial building cleaning, providing disinfecting services in addition to general cleaning of commercial and industrial building spaces. Long-time residents of the Peterborough area, Denise and Keith are excited to be growing their business locally. You can reach them at 705-930-7577.
Like so many local businesses, Grady’s Shoes recently pivoted to offer Curbside Pickup at 231 King St., Peterborough (corner of King & Aylmer) and FREE Local Delivery. Go to Gradys.ca for details, but let’s all remember that Grady’s is just one example of hundreds of local businesses who are doing their best to survive, to reopen, and to do so with the safety of you and their employees as their first priority. The story of the resilience of the local Peterborough business community has yet to be written, but meanwhile let’s salute our local businesses. #lovelocalptbo
StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat Featuring Comfort Keepers, Community Futures Peterborough, covAID & More!
/PTBOCanada is delighted to to be running StooNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…
If your business requires the screening of customers coming through the doors, Comfort Keepers is now offering the service. Owner Alyssa Rowe has trained caregivers who can be positioned at the front door to screen clients or employees at point of entry. Screeners are fully protected and armed with a list of questions and a digital thermometer. Alyssa has also adjusted her staffing support services for retirement and long-term care homes to fit current protocols. For details, visit comfortkeepers.ca/Peterborough.
Community Futures Peterborough just announced the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund which provides interest-free loans to help support fixed operating costs of local small businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Main street businesses such as retail shops, restaurants, corner stores are the target, with loans up to $40,000. For details, visit communityfuturespeterborough.ca.
Congratulations to everyone involved the recent CovAID Fundraising event. If you missed it, you can still watch it here. The virtual event featured lots of local musicians. Funds raised will flow through the COVID-19 Community Response Fund—established by the Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough and United Way Peterborough & District—to charities providing mental health supports in our community. For details or to donate, click here.
The Peterborough Chamber of Commerce launched the call for nominations for their annual Business Excellence Awards last week. If you’ve been longing for the good old days, say anything before March, the Excellence awards are a good way to think back to all of the accomplishments over the last year, in your business, or a business that you admire. There are 20 award categories, details are at excellencepeterborough.ca.
StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat Featuring Real Ryder Bikes, Cahills Outerwear & More!
/PTBOCanada is delighted to to be running StooNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…
Erin Marshall is a well-known local business woman, one of the partners at Full Tilt Cycle. The “Tilt” in Full Tilt is the fact that they use Real Ryder indoor cycling bikes that provide a realistic riding experience with an articulating bike frame. Erin is now the licensed distributor of Real Ryder bikes in Canada and has launched Real Ryder Canada. You can now purchase your own Real Ryder bike for your home gym, and you can get virtual classes from Full Tilt Cycle! Details are at realrydercanada.ca.
Erin Marshall
