Histoires de réussite du Programme de développement des collectivités

The road to business ownership was a whirlwind for Laurie, the new owner of McCurdy’s Collision Centre. After spending 34 years in the automotive industry, she was approached with a life-changing opportunity: to purchase the very Collision Centre where she’d been working on contract. Though unexpected, the chance to own the business felt like something she was truly meant to do.

For nearly 30 years, the Pilon family has been offering unwavering support to Ottawa Valley families, helping them navigate life’s most challenging moments with care, compassion, and a true dedication to their community.

Imagine yourself whisked away to a simpler era, where horse-drawn carriages clatter down cobblestone streets and trains whistle through the countryside. Push open the welcoming doors of The Tamworth Hotel, and that's exactly where you'll find yourself – in spirit, at least.

Jacquelyn Craft's new vintage clothing collective was made possible by the support of Community Futures Peterborough and other local economic development organizations.

What began as a vision for a revitalized community space has grown into the beloved Cube Coffee Bar in Tweed, Ontario. Offering more than just coffee, Cube Coffee Bar features craft beers, wines, homemade soups, sandwiches, pastries, and its signature Sunday Social three-course dinners.

What started as a passion project inspired by a life-changing hike has grown into a thriving natural skincare business. Birch Babe, a Prince Edward Lennox & Addington based company, has transformed the organic beauty industry with over 55 eco-conscious products.

Roland grew up surrounded by the art of baking, inspired by his grandfather, a master baker in Germany. His passion for traditional baking methods has transformed into a successful bakery that brings quality and care to every product.

Join us for an inspiring look at Paddler Co-op, a canoe and kayak tour agency in Palmer Rapids, Ontario, as part of our Spotlight ON campaign.

Wolfe Island Pub and Pizzeria, also commonly known as the WIPP, opened their doors in 2010 as James Kirkham identified a unique opportunity to become part of the Wolfe Island dining scene.

Gossage Excavating quickly became a prosperous construction and excavation business in Frontenac County following the sale of Mike’s previous landscaping business.

Limestone Organic Creamery specializes in producing and delivering organic dairy products direct to consumers.

Since opening their doors, they have evolved from a modest business into a 5,600 square foot retail leader in the agricultural and building supply sector. The business is well-known for its extensive range of high-quality farm supplies, building materials and hardware, and caters to assorted needs with products like bale wrap, tractor parts, feeders, fencing, and an extensive line of feed, seed, and fertilizer.