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PPF Group of Companies have launched a new HR division — PPF Growth and People Solutions. Led by
President Kimberly Callaghan, the firm will partner with organizations to design, support, and grow
thriving and empowered businesses with engaged and inspired people. The company will focus on
identifying pain points and tailoring solutions to support clients in achieving productivity and
performance effectiveness, transforming their businesses by fostering a culture of continuous growth,
innovation and a commitment to human-centric values and needs. Additional services include
customized cloud-based solutions that are scalable, accessible, and impactful, meeting the needs of
clients and enabling their skills, knowledge, and capabilities.

Green Economy Peterborough is holding their annual Leadership in Sustainability Awards on May 16 at
the McDonnel Street Activity Centre. Doors open at 5:15 pm and the celebrations begin at 6 pm. This
networking and celebration event will showcase local business leaders prioritizing the environment in
their operations and business practices. There will be a short presentation from Professor Stephen Hill
of Trent University on his new book, Sustainable Energy Transitions in Canada.

Le Boat has officially opened in the Peterborough area. This Europe-based luxury vessel and houseboat
rental company is kicking off a new Trent-Severn Waterway tour destination based out of Peterborough
offering an opportunity to tour 386 km of rivers, lakes, and canals that make up the waterway. Le Boat
now has scenic boat rental opportunities in Belgium, France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands,
Scotland, Italy, Germany, and Canada. They have been in the business for 50 years and have experience
helping you plan your dream boating adventure.

Get your tickets for the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame 2024 awards on May 23. Tickets
include not only an awards ceremony, but delicious culinary stations from local restaurants like Hanoi
House, Fresh Dreams, La Mesita, Curry Village, Railyard, and That’s a Wrap. This year’s event will honour
Tim Barrie, John Cunningham, Gwyneth James, Richard Labelle, Jill and Robert Staples, Jeannine Taylor,
Nicole Truman, Cora Whittington, and the team at Winslow Gerolamy Motors.

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