Local Entrepreneurs
Business group slams new Ontario retail rule, others laud expanded COVID-19 tests
TORONTO — The Canadian Federation of Independent Business is criticizing new provincial lockdown rules in Ontario, saying they are unfair to small businesses.
For the...
‘Not as easy as it looks’: Small businesses share what it takes to move...
TORONTO — Kiki Lally has never met a mess she was afraid of.
The Calgary entrepreneur launched craft studio Pinnovate in the middle of an...
Keswick Canadian Tire named Jumpstart Charities dealer of the year
By Michelle Poirier
Garry and Elizabeth Johnston, owners of the Keswick Canadian Tire, were named Canadian Tire's Jumpstart Charities Dealer of the Year, during a...
Local restaurants get creative to keep afloat during pandemic
By: Michelle Poirier
Take-out and delivery have not been as lucrative as traditional sit-down service, so some restaurants are coming up with different ideas to...
Local businesses are struggling to stay afloat during COVID-19 pandemic
By: Michelle Poirier
Despite the promise of emergency wage subsidies and low-interest loans, many local businesses in Georgina are struggling to pay rent and may...
Wonder Women Conference 2020: Smart Women Achieving Greatness
By: Ewa Chwojko
“It’s women’s time, rise up!” was the shout of the day at the Women in Business Conference held earlier this month by...
Udora’s historic general store now sells booze
By: Mike Anderson
Built-in 1860, and converted into a general store in 1895, the Udora General Store is one of the oldest operating general stores...
Why a hug a day could keep the doctor away
By: Tina Novotny
The digital age offers enhanced human connection, but many say we’ve lost the common touch – literally.
Tara Graves wants to do something...
Rosie’s Barber Shop To Close Christmas Eve
By: Mike Anderson
After 31 years of barbering, Rosemary Zammit is hanging up her hair-cutting shears, barber combs and hairdryer for good.
Affectionately known...
Buchner Manufacturing Celebrates 40 Years
By: Tina Novotny
What began as a home installation business has grown into one of Georgina’s leading manufacturers and a major employer during the busy...
