In the media
Provincially funded program providing secondary and post-secondary students with start-up money, advice, and mentorship saw a record number of applicants
August 13, 2025
Read MoreThe Summer Company program provides training and $3,000 for the chosen applicants, aged 15 to 29 years old, to build and grow their local businesses.
August 14, 2025
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough (CFP) and the Business Advisory Centre (BAC) have launched SOAR, a brand new, cohort program designed for established businesses that are ready to expand or scale their operations.
July 23, 2025
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Community Futures Peterborough (CFP) is aiming to help small businesses in Peterborough soar to success by launching a limited-edition educational series this fall focusing on growth and expansion.
July 21, 2025
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Running over four months in the fall, the Soar program is designed for established businesses ready to expand or scale their operations
July 21, 2025
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Support for startups is everywhere, but what about when you’re ready to grow? Devon Girard from Community Futures Peterborough joins us to explain how the new SOAR Series is helping local businesses tackle expansion, succession planning, and cross-border trade with expert-led sessions and tailored support.
July 17, 2025
Read MoreCommunity Futures Peterborough and the Business Advisory Centre, with support from Scotiabank, have unveiled SOAR — a free, four-month cohort-based program offering expert-led training tailored to local entrepreneurs.
July 15, 2025
Read MoreThe program has a new focus each month, and businesses can apply for as many months as they like.
July 15, 2025
Read MoreHelp is underway for Peterborough businesses hit by the uncertainty of US tariffs. They are eligible for loans of up to $150,000 via the Community Futures Peterborough. Ontario Morning spoke to Devon Girard, the group's executive director.
