The Business Beat for the Week of Dec 23rd

​Dietrich Homes have finished the first net zero ready home in Peterborough and the Kawarthas at 303 Mullighan Gardens. Dietrich Homes are dedicated to energy efficiency, sustainability, and innovation in home building. A Net Zero Ready Home is built to exceed today’s building standards and is capable of generating as much energy as it consumes when paired with renewable energy sources. It involves superior insulation, high-performance windows, advanced HVAC systems, and airtight construction.
 
The Lakefield Literary Festival is now a federally approved charity, offering tax receipts for donations of more than $100. The Literary Festival is a volunteer-run organization that stated in 1995. It is a nationally renowned Festival that brings important Canadian authors to Lakefield every July and hosts a respected Young Writers Contest for secondary school students. It relies on generous donations from people and businesses for half of its annual revenue. Find out more and donate at lakefieldliteraryfestival.com.
 
There’s still time to win big when you support local businesses. Shop downtown with your Holiday Shopping Passport and you could win a $1,500 downtown shopping spree in Boro Gift Cards courtesy of the Downtown Business Improvement Area. Pick up your passport at participating downtown locations, get it stamped as you spend money, and drop it off at a participating location when it’s full. Parking is free downtown until the end of December. While you’re downtown, check out the lit up tree at Quaker Foods City Square and skate on the outdoor rink.
 
Looking for a private office to rent? The Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce have vacancies at the Business Centre at 175 George Street North in the beautiful and historic train station. It is fully accessible with shared kitchen space, boardroom, and reception. Offices are available for daily and yearly leased rentals. The Business Centre offers ample free parking and secure access when you want it. Contact the Chamber at pkchamber.ca for more information.
 
*All photos are submitted by the businesses and organizations in the Business Beat
**Lakefield Literary Festival photos are courtesy of the Lakefield Herald