Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Authentic Love, Linklater Administration, River of Yarn and Business Excellence Awards

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…

Debra Gallo has launched a new business called Authentic Love, where she does life coaching and Reiki.

Private coaching is available at home or via Zoom and she offers guidance and support for personal growth, healing, and the development of tools within to achieve success and fulfillment. Reiki is available for home visits and promotes healing through energy to find balance. She works with people experiencing trauma, addiction, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and both physical and mental illness. You can find her on Facebook or email 4.authentic.love@gmail.com.

Thamer Linklater has launched Linklater Administration where they partner with small businesses in Peterborough and the Kawarthas to take on administrative tasks, helping business owners clear up their hours so they can focus on doing the things they love.

They can help manage appointments, communications, create and maintain filing systems, and assist with various tasks that bog owners down. Services are offered in a hybrid model, online, or at your location as needed. Find out more at linklateradmin.com.

Saturday is Local Yarn Shop Day and what better way to celebrate than to do some local yarn shopping.

River of Yarn in Keene is marking the occasion by holding a tent sale, fibre and yarn tasting, tool demonstrations, and light refreshments. River of Yarn provides luxury knitting and crochet yarns, tools, and accessories at affordable prices. They offer a variety of brands and sources of yarn, including alpaca, wool, cotton, flax, hemp, and acrylics. Drop by 353 Kent’s Bay Road on Saturday and find something that sparks your creativity.

Do you know a local business that goes above and beyond?

Nominate them for the 2024 Business Excellence Awards. The Excellence Awards are hosted by the Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce on Oct.29 at Showplace, but now is time to nominate outstanding businesses in the region. The deadline for nominations is May 22. Additionally, nominate a local business by May 8 and you’re entered into a draw for a $100 gift card for a chamber member of your choice. With 22 awards, there are categories for businesses of every size and sector. Nominate an excellent local business at pkexcellence.ca.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Doors Open Peterborough, Summer Soul Yoga and Wellness, Pristine Plumbing PTBO and Vintage Inspired

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Every year in September, buildings and sites not normally open to the public welcome visitors as part of Doors Open Peterborough.

It’s a great opportunity for community engagement and education about our built and cultural heritage. Doors Open began in France in 1984 and started in Peterborough in 2002.

This annual celebration of heritage and culture has allowed us to see inside everything from the Peterborough Lift Lock, to hydro generating stations, to Victorian mansions and modern architectural gems such as Trent University. Doors Open Peterborough is always looking for new places that tell Peterborough’s stories through the sites and voices of the community. If you would like your building, walking tour or site to be showcased on Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., email heritage@peterborough.ca or contact the City of Peterborough. The deadline for submission is May 5.

It feels like spring finally and that means the return of Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga and Pilates with Summer Soul Yoga and Wellness.

This year’s program will be offered with four different instructors and three locations: Chemong Lake, Stoney Lake, and downtown Peterborough’s Little Lake. Summer Soul offers paddleboard rentals for those without one of their own. Go to summersoul.ca for more details.

Mallory and Dylan have launched a new business – Pristine Plumbing PTBO.

They provide high quality plumbing for Peterborough and the surrounding areas and strive to provide the best customer service to their clientele. They are fully licensed and insured and available for you when you need them most. Their services include faucet and toilet installation, drain blockages, water treatment systems, and more. Find out more at pristineplumbingpeterborough.ca

Vintage Inspired has opened at 2351 County Rd 45 in Norwood.

Officially open as of April 6, they combine the past and present to create unique style for your home and cottage. They offer an eclectic mix of new, vintage, antique and upcycled finds, as well as hand-made goods by local artisans. Drop by for a look or find them online at vintageinspired.ca.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Central Smith Creamery, Savage Arms, PKED and Peterborough Chamber

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Central Smith Creamery is kicking off its first venture into the retail space with Central Smith Ice Cream Bars.

They’re launching it with two new flavours. The first is Monster Cookie with vibrant blue cookie dough flavoured ice cream with cookie crumb pieces covered in a chocolatey coating. The other is French Vanilla ice cream bars with rich French vanilla flavoured ice cream with crushed vanilla bean covered in chocolatey coating with pieces of almonds.

Order online for pickup at the factory or find them locally at One Fine Food, The Market in Lakefield, Lakefield Foodland, Sobeys on Lansdowne, John’s Independent in Bridgenorth or Lift Lock Foodland.

Savage Arms in Lakefield is expanding.

The local firearms manufacturer recently announced they received some funding from the Province to help with a big expansion. This includes the production of a new lever-action rimfire rifle and investments that will set them up for future centrefire hunting rifle production. The expansion is expected to create 49 new jobs in the community.

There’s a new destination guide courtesy of Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development that shines a spotlight on the region’s experiences for outdoors enthusiasts, foodies, families and lovers of arts and culture.

The official Destination Guide is designed to inspire fun and encourage readers to get interactive in their vacation planning experiences by checking visits to iconic area attractions off their list and hearing from local travel experts on the must-do experiences. Pick up the Destination Guide at the Peterborough & the Kawarthas Visitor Centre as well as locations throughout the region.

Looking for inspiration and professional development?

The Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce is holding its annual Business Summit on May 2 at Fleming College. The theme this year is Leading for the Future, from how to recruit the right team members to supporting and fostering growth with your team. There’s a keynote address from Bill Lett, six workshops, and a panel discussion on Building Your Team. Get your tickets at pkchamber.ca.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Enid Mallory, Norwood Business Bungalow, Sayers Foods and Living Well Senior Showcase

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Local author Enid Mallory has a new book called Irrepressible: Yukon’s Martha Black — From Gold Rush to Parliament Hill.

It tells the story of the second woman elected to Canada’s House of Commons. A woman who, at the age of 32, went to the goldrush-era Yukon while her husband went off to Hawaii. A person with an unconventional spirit who once said, “What I wanted was not shelter and safety, but liberty and opportunity.” Learn more about one of the North’s most tenacious and persevering women with Enid’s new book available at hancockhouse.com.

Looking for flexible office rentals, both short and long-term, in the Norwood area? Check out the Norwood Business Bungalow at 2364 County Rd. 45.

They offer a new kind of space for entrepreneurs, startups, and those looking for a home office away from home. The location can work as a professional environment to meet with clients or work in peace, and includes 24/7 access, high speed internet, a kitchen, and a waiting area. The building is fully accessible. Find out more at norwoodbusinessbungalow.com.

Sayers Foods has re-opened with a big, beautiful new grocery store in Apsley! The family-owned independent grocery retailer has been serving the Apsley area since 1976.

Three years ago, the store suffered a devastating fire, but is now officially open and offering quality fresh food to the community. They offer locally-sourced produce, a butcher to prepare meats in-store, a bakery with their famous donuts and Chelsea buns, a deli with cured meats and cheeses sliced to order, a garden centre, a sub shop, a café, and hot foods. Drop by 132 Burleigh St. in Apsley and try some tasty local food.

The Living Well Senior Showcase is back June 19 at the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre.

If you are a local business interested in having a booth, contact the Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce. The event is one of the largest seniors trade shows in Canada, featuring more than 100 exhibitors and two dozen workshops. Peterborough is home to 27,000 seniors and the show provides a good opportunity both for those planning to retire and those well into their retirement years to see what the local business community has to offer to help people enjoy their senior years. Learn more at pkchamber.ca.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Lady Mack XO, The Capital PTBO, Pharmasave and Peterborough County

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Author Carissa MacIntyre is offering to put your kid’s art on the cover of notebooks. Or put your own art on it.

Order one or a whole stack. It makes for a unique gift. MacIntyre, who goes by Lady Mack XO, is an independent author, freelance writer and public speaker. You can find her on social media or at ladymackxo.com.

Are you interested in acquiring an established business?

Owners of The Capital Ptbo are looking to pass the torch on to someone with a love for sports and retail who has the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit to hit a home run with this turnkey business. Located at 370 George St. N., The Capital offers a variety of sports apparel, both current and vintage designs that are sure to bring on some nostalgia. They carry the big names in sports as well as a huge selection supporting our local teams. If you’re interested in taking on this opportunity, reach out to Mark and Justin at capitalptbo@gmail.com.

There’s a new pharmacy in Norwood. Paul’s Norwood Pharmasave opened recently at 17 Spruce St.

They offer free local delivery, after-hours emergency service, quick prescription transfers, immunizations, home healthcare supplies and equipment, and more. Their goal is to be more than just your local pharmacy, they strive for excellent patient care. Drop by and see the new space and you could win some giveaways.

Bonnie Clark, Warden of the County of Peterborough and Deputy Mayor of the Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan, will be addressing the business community at a special Warden’s Breakfast hosted by the Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce.

The breakfast will be at Lang Pioneer Village on April 23 from 8 – 10 a.m. and will feature special guest Meredith Stavelely-Watson from the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus talking about their 7 in 7+ regional housing plan. Get your tickets at pkchamber.ca.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Ivy Event Space, Moving Forward, Peterborough Humane Society and Peterborough Chamber

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There is a new venue at 164 Hunter St. W. called Ivy Event Space.

Owners Kristina and Aaron Goodwin started the business out of a passion for bringing people together. Seeing a need in the community for a versatile event space, they set out to create a sophisticated location catering to various events including children’s parties, family potlucks and corporate workshops.

They offer clients full control over the event experience without vendor restrictions. Their team is available to help coordinate your next event and offer a stress-free experience.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed with clutter, Debbie King has launched a new business called Moving Forward that specializes in helping seniors and homeowners de-clutter, downsize and overcome the intimidation of taking on a big task to create a more organized and safe home.

They offer private one-on-one sorting sessions where you can carefully consider what will be kept and what is no longer needed. Their mission is to leave clients in better circumstances and work with people who struggle with chronic disorganization and letting go. Find out more at movingforwardclutterking.ca

Peterborough Humane Society is celebrating Owen the Griff’s birthday by holding its first-ever 50/50 lottery and a ‘ruff’le for a set of beautiful patio chairs.

This is your chance to win money and support the new Animal Care Centre, helping local animals receive the care they need. Peterborough Humane Society is a registered charity that advocates for animals by rescuing lost, stray, and homeless pets throughout the region and has been doing so since 1941. Ticket sales end on April 17 at 1 p.m. Get yours at phs5050.ca.

Businesses looking to do business with the City of Peterborough are invited to attend a workshop hosted by the City in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce called ‘Unlocking Opportunities’ on April 11 at the McDonnel Street Community Centre.

The workshop will focus on navigating the procurement process and establishing partnerships with the City. Tips for the bidding process and advice on submitting competitive proposals will be provided. City representatives will be available to answer questions. Register at pkchamber.ca.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring The Black Horse Pub, Harmony for Healing, Summer Soul Yoga and Chamber of Commerce

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The Black Horse Pub in downtown Peterborough is under new ownership.

Sajen Ganeshalingam has purchased the pub from Desmond Vandenberg, who bought it six years ago from long-time owner Ray Kapoor. The Black Horse is a downtown landmark that has remained relatively unchanged for decades and the new owner plans to continue the tradition of being a live music venue. Drop by 452 George St. N. for some good food, drinks and live entertainment.

A big congratulations to Phillip Jolicoeur and everyone involved in the inaugural Harmony for Healing event at Market Hall.

The event raised $13,500, far exceeding the $10,000 goal. The event is in partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge with funds going toward the Assertive Outreach Suicide Prevention program. The sold-out event is a beacon of hope for suicide and mental health awareness. Plans are already underway for next year’s event titled Wish You Were Here, which will feature music from the 70s. Tickets are already more than half sold! Get yours at harmonyforhealing.ca.

Summer Soul Yoga and Wellness Studio at 394 George St. N. is kicking off March Break with a series of workshops.

They are hosting a beach party, family yoga, and a teen yoga mini retreat. The following week they are hosting a Somatic Healing workshop on March 23. Additionally, they’ll be hosting a Candlelight Market on April 20. Get the details on upcoming events or find out more about their regular schedule of 19 yoga and pilates classes at summersoul.ca.

The Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce is hosting Dan Tisch, the newly appointed CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, for their Annual General Meeting on March 27.

Dan is known globally as an expert in corporate communications, public policy, community engagement, crisis and reputation management. He spent the last 20 years as the entrepreneurial force behind Argyle Communications. Dan has lectured at Queen’s University’s Smith School of Business since 1996 and regularly provides commentary on national media. Tickets are available at pkchamber.ca.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Grand Events, BARKery, Big Papa Sandwich and Cormor

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There’s a new events space in Brookdale Plaza at 861 Chemong Rd. called Grand Events.

Owner and operator Leslie Grand is a local teacher who loves spending time meeting new people and providing people with special ways to celebrate life events. She offers a stress-free space where you can host a party without worrying about cleanup.

There are pre-planned custom-themed parties to make planning easy. They set up the party, provide the games and fun and clean it all up when you’re done. Grand Events will also be hosting community building events like coffee and tea socials, youth nights, and artisan craft shows. Find out more at grandevents.ca.

Looking for treats for your four-legged friend?

Downtown Peterborough’s Blackhoney is going beyond its bakery to offer a BARKery. The menu includes some creative options like bacon cheddar pupcakes, spinach and carrot yappetizers and a canine crunchies with peanuts, apple and carrot.

The BARKery offers specialty items to help with their joints, calm and relax them, or help them take their pills. Drop by 217 Hunter St., in behind the coffee house, with your furry friend and get some treats for everyone.

The owners of The Original Spaghetti House have opened Peterborough’s newest sandwich eatery at their 512 George St. South location.

Big Papa Sandwich offers quality cuisine with hand-picked ingredients. Sandwiches include chicken, veal, meatball, steak and sauteed veggie. Takeout and delivery are available. Check them out at the corner of George and Lansdowne Street.

A Peterborough company is looking to 3D print houses.

Cormor, lead by Dwight Corcoran and PTBOCanada founder Neil Morton, have machinery that uses innovative technology to print homes out of concrete. It’s the first large-scale 3D concrete printer in Canada.

They’re looking to build homes as well as commercial and industrial buildings through modular and on-site construction. The process offers a cost-effective and quick way to build high-quality and sustainable buildings.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Around the Fire, PFF Group of Companies, Down Syndrome Association and Chambers of Commerce

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Donald Fraser is launching a new venture called Around the Fire, a writing and communications business focusing on storytelling.

Community-building is at the core of Donald’s work and he’s looking to work with non-profits, public institutions, and community-based businesses and programs. He will work with local designers, producers and content creators to present your story. Donald has spent more than two decades telling stories in the community as a writer, communications specialist, social media pioneer, local food promoter and music promoter. You can find him at aroundthefire.ca.

There are some leadership changes at PFF Group of Companies.

Elizabeth Teleki is taking on the role of President for the Park Place Advisory pillar of the business, Chris Zelasko is moving to the role of President for the employee benefits firm and Chad Donnelly is moving into the role of COO for the PPF Group of Companies and remains a partner in the firm. The PPF Group of Companies is a boutique, full-service financial firm with expertise in employee benefits, wealth management, insurance, succession planning, taxation, and estate planning. With offices across Eastern Ontario, the pillars of the business include Peak Benefit Solutions, Park Place Financial, Farm Life and Park Place Advisory.

The Down Syndrome Association is hosting a Bowl-a-thon celebrating World Down Syndrome Day on March 24 at 10 a.m. at Lakeview Bowl.

This is your chance to support the Down Syndrome Association by sponsoring a lane or donating prizes. Lane sponsors get recognition at the event and some social media promotion in exchange for covering the cost of a team. The association is celebrating their recent move into Alternatives Community Program Services, which is an amazing accessible space and helps to deliver the level of support its members deserve.

The Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade from Peterborough and the Kawarthas, Port Hope, Northumberland, Clarington and Trent Hills and partnering with the Goodman Sustainability Group to offer three workshops.

Indigenous Economic Reconciliation will be offered virtually on February 29, How to think, lead and implement sustainability strategies will be April 30 at Dalewood Golf Course in Cobourg, and Leadership trends will be offered virtually on June 27. Find out more at pkchamber.ca.

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Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Nutty Bean Café, Realign Wellness Centre, Trent Research and Dan Joyce Clothing

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The Nutty Bean Cafe in Lakefield is under new ownership.

Sherry Salminen has handed the reins over to April and Brad who plan to continue offering great coffee and delicious food in a cozy atmosphere in downtown Lakefield at 33 Queen St. The Nutty Bean Café starts every morning serving fresh baked goods and breakfast with a selection of sandwiches, house-made soup, and salads throughout the day. They feature organic fair-trade, shade-grown coffee by the cup or beans by the bag.

There’s a new, unique service to elevate individuals who want to look and feel better inside and out.

Angela Hobbs is taking her expertise as a holistic medical spa practitioner of 20 years and going back to her own practice. She offers services that include permanent makeup, paramedical tattooing, hypnosis, and skin specialties like mole removal. Angela is inspired to elevate individuals from a holistic approach connecting body, mind, and spirit. You can find her on Facebook or at Realign Wellness Centre at 157 Charlotte St.in Peterborough.

For more than 25 years, the Trent Community Research Centre has been working with businesses and community organizations, connecting them with students for research projects.

These research projects address some of the biggest challenges our communities face. There will be a celebration of community-based research on March 28 at Market Hall. The event will feature presentations on research, a discussion panel, and an awards presentation. Register or find out more about community-based research at trentu.ca.

Dan Joyce Clothing is hosting a Beat the Blues event at their location at 87 Hunter Street West in downtown Peterborough.

The event is scheduled as a drop-in from 2 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday and will feature local experts offering advice on various ways to support good mental health. Beat the Blues will feature Jodi from Jodi-Lee Nutrition and Wellness, RJ from Flow Spa, and Tori from Wild Rock Outfitters. Drop in and learn some new methods for improving your mental health. You could also win some draw prizes from the experts.

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