The Business Beat submitted by Stuart Harrison
The Chocolate Rabbit recently hung a “Coming Soon” sign at 72 Hunter Street in East City. The Chocolate Rabbit is already a well-known stop in Lakefield and Bancroft, and owners Elaine and Scot Webster and their family promise more of their popular Handcrafted Swiss Chocolate treats, loose leaf tea, gifts and more. Watch for an opening soon as East City continues its exciting commercial growth. thechocolaterabbit.ca
Peter DeSanto and David Whan are planning the launch of a new design center for their company – Planet Renovations. Located at 71 Princess Street in Peterborough, the design center is meant to inspire contractors, designers and customers to dream big. Peter brings 40 years of construction, project management, and home improvement experience. David is an avid woodworker with 25 years of experience in the kitchen and bath renovation sector. Planet Renovations offers everything from general contracting to complete interior, exterior and commercial renovations. Visit planetrenovations.ca
Nominations are now open for Junior Achievement – Northern and Eastern Ontario’s 2024 Business Hall of Fame for both Peterborough and the City of Kawartha Lakes! Nominee candidates will look like: esteemed members of the community, widely respected for their business acumen, integrity, and contributions to the community. Nominations close November 24th. Nomination forms can be found online at ja-neo.org
The Innovation Cluster recently announced a strategic partnership with PORCH, an exclusive community dedicated to empowering immigrant entrepreneurs by providing resources, events, and a community platform designed to address their unique challenges. The collaboration will focus on mutual referrals, joint event collaborations, and a combined marketing effort, all designed to maximize the reach and impact of immigrant entrepreneurs. It’s a great partnership and you can find out more at innovationcluster.ca
