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A new wave of entrepreneurial talent is being celebrated across the Peterborough region as 20 businesses have been selected for the highly competitive 2025 Starter Company Plus program, run by the Business Advisory Centre at Community Futures Peterborough.
April 23, 2025
Read MoreRegion’s Business Advisory Centre announces selections into 2025 Starter Company Plus program
April 23, 2025
Read MoreParticipating businesses range from handcrafted smoothies and live event painting to holistic wellness, mobile dog training, and even a travelling dinosaur exhibit
April 23, 2025
Read MoreCommunity Future Peterborough’s (CFP) Business Advisory Centre (BAC) has unveiled its 20 businesses selected for its 2025 Starter Company Plus Program, announced at the Venture North Building on Wednesday morning.
April 23, 2025
Read MoreDownloadable guide is intended to help businesses assess their current trade strategies and explore new opportunities
April 14, 2025
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Downloadable guide is intended to help businesses assess their current trade strategies and explore new opportunities
April 14, 2025
Read MoreIn response to the ongoing trade challenges posed by United States tariffs, Community Futures Peterborough (CFP) has launched the Tariff Toolkit as a strategic resource to support businesses for the community.
April 11, 2025
Read MoreWith the ongoing trade challenges as a result of the United States’ tariffs, Community Futures Peterborough launched a tariff tool kit as a strategic resource to help support businesses in the community.
April 9, 2025
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In response to the ongoing trade challenges posed by United States tariffs, Community Futures Peterborough, in collaboration with the Business Advisory Centre, the City of Peterborough, the County of Peterborough, the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA), and Peterborough + the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce, has launched the Tariff Toolkit—a strategic resource to support businesses in our community.
April 9, 2025
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough program provides “valuable connections” for local entrepreneurs.
March 19, 2025
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Applications are open until May 17 for program providing secondary and post-secondary students with start-up money and advice and mentorship to launch a summer business
March 14, 2025
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough’s (CFP) Business Advisory Centre (BAC) has launched the 2025 Summer Company Program with applications open to offer students the tools, guidance and funding needed to transform their business ideas into reality.
March 11, 2025
Read MoreApplications are now open for the 2025 Summer Company Program, an initiative designed to equip young entrepreneurs with the skills, funding and mentorship needed to turn their business ideas into reality.
March 11, 2025
Read MoreSpeakers agree it's time for Canadians to come together and for Canada to remove interprovincial trade barriers and find new markets
March 4, 2025
Read MoreAbout 70 people gathered for a discussion in Peterborough the morning after Trump tariffs kicked in.
March 4, 2025
Read MoreAs U.S. tariffs hit, local businesses in Peterborough are feeling the pressure. Marc Woodhouse looks into how they're bracing for impact, and what kind of community support they might need to weather the storm.
March 4, 2025
Read MoreBusiness owners across Peterborough and the County are invited to attend a panel, ‘Bridging the Divide: Future-Proofing Your Business Against U.S. Tariffs’ to help local businesses navigate the challenges posed by shifting trade policies, announced on Tuesday.
February 18, 2025
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Community Futures Peterborough and the Business Advisory Centre have officially launched the new Advisory Suite at the Venture North building, marking a milestone in their commitment to fostering local entrepreneurship and economic growth.
January 30, 2025
Read MorePart of the Business Advisory Centre, the new space is located in the renovated basement level of Venture North in downtown Peterborough
January 31, 2025
Read MoreAdvisory Suite will allow CFP to continue expanding, which is crucial when it comes to matching the growing number of entrepreneurs and small businesses seeking its services.
January 28, 2025
Read MoreThe not-for-profit organization takes a holistic and customizable approach to business financing
January 27, 2025
Read MoreThe Business Advisory Centre (BAC) and Community Futures Peterborough (CFP) have officially launched their Advisory Suite to support local entrepreneurs, announced on Monday.
January 27, 2025
Read MorePeterborough County’s Economic Development and Tourism hosts inaugural event to bring business people and entrepreneurs together
January 21, 2025
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a significant boost to its Community Advancement Program (CAP), doubling the funding available for 2025 to $100,000.
January 16, 2025
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough (CFP) is doubling the funding to $100,000 through its Community Advancement Program (CAP) for projects supporting economic growth, announced at the Art Gallery of Peterborough on Tuesday morning.
January 14, 2025
Read MoreApplications open until March 7 for non-repayable loan program that will see $10,000 provided to 10 successful applicants
January 14, 2025
Read MoreCommunity Advancement Program will see $100,000 distributed to 10 local groups
January 14, 2025
Read MoreThe Business Advisory Centre and Community Futures Peterborough are announcing a new, free workshop series. These workshops aim to take the guesswork out of starting or growing a business while fostering a sense of community among local entrepreneurs.
January 9, 2025
Read MoreRunning in February and March, topics include business planning, marketing and branding, funding and financing, cash flow forecasting, tax preparation
January 13, 2025
Read MoreThe Business Advisory Centre and Community Futures Peterborough (CFP) is launching a new, free workshop series designed to support entrepreneurs and small businesses in Peterborough City and County, announced on Tuesday.
January 7, 2025
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough has marked a significant achievement with the completion of its first-ever Starter Company Plus Program, featuring the largest cohort in the history of Peterborough City and County
December 11, 2024
Read MoreThe program has wrapped up with 21 businesses in the City and County of Peterborough building connections and each receiving micro-grants up to $5,000
December 10, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough announced the 21 local businesses to receive funding.
October 28, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough has selected 21 entrepreneurs for the Starter Company Plus program.
October 25, 2024
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The Modern Entrepreneur Event hosted by Community Futures Peterborough Business Advisory Centre
October 23, 2024
Read MoreGraduating entrepreneurs who learned how to expand their established businesses could create a ripple effect in the local economy
October 8, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough CFP has announced its inaugural Small Business Week event which will take place on Oct. 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the El(p) event space.
October 3, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough hosts The Modern Entrepreneur Experience on Oct. 23 in Peterborough.
October 1, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough's ScaleUP Program Announces 2024 Cohort of Graduated Businesses
September 18, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough celebrates 2024 ScaleUP program participants at graduation ceremony
September 18, 2024
Read MoreEntrepreneurs in need of help with anything ranging from registering a business to applying for grants can now do it in one location.
September 10, 2024
Read MoreCommunity leaders mark the launch of the new Business Advisory Centre in downtown Peterborough, previously operated by Peterborough and the Kawarthas Economic Development.
September 9, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough (CFP) expanded its services by launching its newly revamped Business Advisory Centre (BAC) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Venture North Building on Monday afternoon.
September 9, 2024
Read MoreThe revamped BAC — a historically leading resource for local entrepreneurs starting a new business — was opened under the auspices of Community Futures Peterborough (CFP).
September 9, 2024
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A new agency will be tasked with assisting small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs in the Peterborough, Ont., area after the agency currently running the Business Advisory Centre (BAC) folds at the end of the year.
June 25, 2024
Read MoreMPP Dave Smith says Business Advisory Centre’s move to Community Futures historic for province.
June 24, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough will take on provincially funded program that supports small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in the city and county
June 24, 2024
Read MoreThe provincially funded BAC will now be under Community Futures Peterborough.
June 24, 2024
Read MoreSmall business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can access funding and advisory services in one place as Community Futures Peterborough (CFP) will begin delivering services provided by the Business Advisory Centre (BAC), announced on Monday morning.
June 24, 2024
Read MoreSilver Bean Café brewing up a second location at Peterborough’s new lakefront Canadian Canoe Museum
May 9, 2024
Read MoreNew loan funding is now available to help businesses finance projects aimed at reducing carbon emissions or waste
April 22, 2024
Read MorePrime rate loans up to $100,000 from Climate Change and Environment Fund aim to get more local businesses to adopt greener practices and strategies
April 22, 2024
Read MoreMonday is Earth Day. And it's all about raising awareness for environmental causes and creating a more sustainable planet.
April 22, 2024
Read MoreLoans of up to $100,000 are now available for local businesses aiming to reduce their carbon footprint.
April 22, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough (CFP) for Earth Day, unveiled its Climate Change and Environment Fund to help any Peterborough County and City businesses reduce their carbon footprint, announced at Charlotte Products Ltd. on Monday morning.
April 22, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough and Scotiabank announce applications open until April 2 for program providing classroom sessions and one-on-one strategic consultations
March 11, 2024
Read MorePre-approved loans are also available for clients of partner economic development organizations and business students of partner educational institutions
February 5, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough has revealed its groundbreaking Community Advancement Program.
January 16, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough launches program to distribute funds for projects that drive economic stability and job growth
January 16, 2024
Read MoreApplications being accepted until March 8 for non-repayable funding under new Community Advancement Program
January 16, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough (CFP) has launched a new funding program called the Community Advancement Program (CAP) to distribute $50,000 to projects driving economic stability, job growth and job creation which was announced at the Venture North Building on Tuesday morning.
January 16, 2024
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough's new Community Advance Program will offer up to $5,000 to support projects by small businesses and not-for-profits
January 16, 2024
Read MoreARC Motors is a green-tech start-up that transforms and upcycles iconic classic cars into modern and powerful electric vehicles.
December 6, 2023
Read MoreGovernment of Canada highlights recent CFDC partnerships in the region, while showcasing women-led and clean tech businesses
November 15, 2023
Read MoreNew Peterborough Company Transforms Iconic Classic Cars Into Modern Electric Vehicles
November 15, 2023
Read MorePeterborough start-up ARC Motor Company is transforming iconic classic cars into powerful electric vehicles
November 15, 2023
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough Introduces New Start-Up With Arc Motor Company
November 15, 2023
Read MoreNine Entrepreneurs Graduate From Community Futures Peterborough and Scotiabank's ScaleUP Program
October 26, 2023
Read MoreCommunity Futures holds graduation ceremony for budding Peterborough entrepreneurs
October 26, 2023
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough’s free October 17 breakfast seminar encourages business owners to plan ahead
October 8, 2023
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough announces 10 entrepreneurs selected for 2023 ScaleUP program
September 13, 2023
Read MoreScaleUP Program helps small business take the next big step in Peterborough City and County
August 18, 2023
Read MorePeterborough entrepreneur Mitchell Lowes turned his passion for hot sauce into a thriving business
August 15, 2023
Read MoreCommunity Futures partners with Scotiabank to launch ScaleUp program for Peterborough entrepreneurs
July 28, 2023
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough program will help 12 local entrepreneurs grow their businesses
July 27, 2023
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough Launches Program 'ScaleUP' to Aid Growth For Local Businesses
July 27, 2023
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough’s entrepreneurial clients to receive free introductory chamber memberships
June 22, 2023
Read More‘We fell in love with Peterborough’ says The Ten Spot franchise owner Akshana Katoch
June 5, 2023
Read MoreRotary & Cleantech Commons announce “Environmental Innovators Fund” award winners
April 27, 2023
Read MorePeterborough’s The Neighbourhood Vintage is thriving thanks in part to ‘Team Ptbo’
February 25, 2023
Read MoreFederal government announces $40 million for Community Futures Development Corporations in southern Ontario
February 14, 2023
Read MoreStrengthening ‘team approach’ key goal of Community Futures Peterborough’s new leader
February 3, 2023
Read MoreCommunity Futures offering loans for Peterborough-area businesses affected by May 21 storm
June 20, 2022
Read MoreCommunity Futures helped Peterborough’s At The Lake Distributing grow during the pandemic
May 14, 2022
Read MoreInterest-free loans now available for small businesses ineligible for other COVID-19 federal relief programs
May 15, 2020
Read MoreFederal government announces over $1 billion in additional COVID-19 support for businesses
April 18, 2020
Read MoreTeamPTBO preparing now to help the local business community recover from COVID-19
March 17, 2020
Read More$1.2 Million Announced For 26 Local Businesses To Innovate, Expand & Create Jobs
March 6, 2020
Read MoreGail Moorhouse helps local entrepreneurs overcome the unique challenges they face in business
September 3, 2019
Read MoreCambium wins Community Future Peterborough’s inaugural ignite100 entrepreneurial competition
June 27, 2019
Read More‘It’s all under one roof’ with Community Futures Peterborough’s move to Venture North
November 6, 2018
Read MoreHow Community Futures Peterborough helped Peterborough County ‘raise the barn’
June 28, 2018
Read MoreGail Moorhouse appointed interim executive director of Community Futures Peterborough