Trent Valley Honda is celebrating 50 years in business here in the community. This family-founded business has grown and become a pillar in the local business community since getting its start in 1975. To mark the occasion, Monika Carmichael and the team at Trent Valley Honda are pledging to give back to 50 local charities as a thank you to the community that has supported them over the decades. This includes a $10,000 donation to Junior Achievement for their 10 for 10 initiative, empowering youth through financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurial education.
Escape Maze has a busy winter planned. There’s a brand-new escape room called The Candy Factory, which opens for booking starting February 15. Old-timey photos are back for a limited one-week run starting Family Day. After that there’s a March Break camp for kids, a paint and escape special event, and jigsaw puzzle competition and much more. Escape Maze is also putting in a disc golf course and is looking for hole sponsors. Find out more at escapemaze.ca or drop by 156 Cedar Bank Road just south of Peterborough. There are still a few days left to check out the Chocolate Creations Festival in Lakefield. Hosted by the Lakefield Village Lions Club, you can discover some delicious and creative chocolate-themed treats around town and help crown the ultimate Chocolate Champions. Taste, enjoy, and cast your vote for your favorites in Food, Drink, and Creativity. You have until February 18 to sample some sweet goods from local shops, restaurants, cafes, and bakeries. There’s a provincial election underway and the Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce is putting business issues to the forefront with two events. There’s a Coffee with the Candidates event on Thursday, February 13 at the Lakefield Community Centre at the arena from 9 to 10am. There will also be an all candidates debate on Tuesday, February 18 from 7 to 8:30 pm at Market Hall. The focus will be on local business issues and all are welcome at these free events.
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Looking to get in shape for 2025? Planet Fitness have a new location in the lower level of Lansdowne Place in Peterborough. This 24-hour gym occupies a 17,000 square foot location where Sport Chek was previously located. It’s a judgement free zone where everyone can feel at ease, no matter their fitness level. The gym has state-of-the-art equipment and a helpful team. Drop by and check out the new space and see what Planet Fitness has to offer.
Laridae Management Consulting has acquired the book of business of Diatom Consulting Ltd., including its Founder and President, Diane Richard. This strategic move enhances Laridae’s position as a leader in management consulting for the non-profit sector while extending its expertise into new industries and services. Laridae has been providing management consulting services, with strength in strategy, governance and people engagement for non-profits across Canada since 2012. Diatom Consulting has been providing very similar services including operations management in manufacturing and service businesses since 2014. Are you interested in a summer student position in local government? Peterborough County is working with the City of Peterborough, Selwyn Township, and the Municipality of Trent Lakes for a job fair aimed at post-secondary students looking for summer employment opportunities. Drop by the Healthy Planet Arena on Feb. 13 from 10:30 am to 2 pm and find out more about what work opportunities are available, meet the hiring managers, and learn about the benefits of municipal employment. There’s a new Advisory Suite at Community Futures as part of the Business Advisory Centre. The Advisory Suite offers a fully furnished, professional space designed to meet the evolving needs of local entrepreneurs. With a state-of-the-art meeting room, a 360-degree camera for integrated meetings and virtual workshops, a collaborative workspace, and a dedicated confidential advisory area, the new suite aims to be a cornerstone of support for the local business community. Drop by 270 George Street North and see what the Business Advisory Centre can do to support your business. Treblecock Studio is moving above ground to 157 King Street in downtown Peterborough. Treblecock offers music, video, and film production. There’s a full podcast studio for those looking for a quiet space with top notch recording equipment. Podcasts continue to grow in popularity due to the rich focused content on a small business budget. There’s also the option to do it live on video. It’s not just an ideal studio space, owner David Joyce brings 35 years of experience in media production and works with a talented team of successful industry experts. Drop by February 7 for their grand re-opening.
Some of Peterborough’s most distinguished businesses are being recognized in the 10th annual induction to the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame. New inductees include: • Darrell Junkin, Craftworks at the Barn • Toni and Kelli Grady, Grady Feet Essentials • Grant Seabrooke, Machine Dynamics Ltd. • Matt Holmes and Michael Riseley, Holmes Riseley LLP • Donnell Leahy, Natalie McMaster and Julia Leahy, Natalie Donnell Entertainment • Margo and Paul Hudson, Jo Anne’s Place Health Foods • Nancy Wiskel, Dan Joyce Clothing • Martin and Kelly Carbajal, La Mesita Restaurante • Drew Merrett, Merrett Home Hardware Building Centre • Diane Richard, Diatom Consulting • Raj Patel, Ennismore Foodland • Peter, Rita, Michael, Eric and Graeme Eatson, Peterborough Volkswagen Tickets are available at ja-neo.org for the May 29 awards night at The Venue. Forbidden Pleasures is closing its doors after Valentine’s Day following 35 years of business here in our community. They have already closed their Market Square and Oshawa locations, but deals can still be had at the Brookdale Plaza store. Forbidden Pleasures was a groundbreaking venture as city’s first boutique-style adult store. Power Hour, one of the Chamber’s signature events, is coming up on February 21. It’s your chance to hear from Peterborough Mayor Jeff Leal, County Warden Bonnie Clark, MPP Dave Smith, and MP Michelle Ferreri as they take questions on local business issues. This lunch hour event is at The StoneHouse Hall with doors opening at 11am. Get your tickets at pkchamber.ca. |
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