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FEAST: Helping Food Manufacturers in Kenora Turn Recipes into Revenue
Imagine turning your passion for food into a thriving business. That opportunity is coming soon for food entrepreneurs in Kenora and the surrounding region. The Food
Programs Supporting Business Growth in the Year Ahead
Helping businesses grow has always been at the heart of what we do. As a non profit organization, our role is to meet entrepreneurs where
Your Holiday Spending can be Fuel for Local Innovation
The holiday season is one of the most important times of year for our local businesses. When you shop at local innovative startups during the
Developing an AI Strategy for Your Business
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way businesses operate, and many are just starting to explore what it can do for them. But to stay
How AI is Transforming SMEs: A Real World Look at the Buzzword Everyone’s Talking About
Alright, let’s talk about AI. It’s the thing everyone’s been buzzing about lately and for good reason. But what is AI, really? It stands for
Beyond the Trees: Building the Future of Forestry in Northwestern Ontario
When most people think of forestry, they picture tall pines, logging trucks, or stacks of 2x4s. It’s easy to stop there. But here in Northwestern
Navigating Barriers: How Food Manufacturers Can Scale in Northwestern Ontario
August 1st, 2025 Chathura Jayasinghe Northwestern Ontario is rich in natural resources and distinctive ingredients such as wild rice, chaga mushrooms, bison meat, cloudberries, and
Social Media on a Budget: Smart (and Free) Tools Every Startup Should Know About
Startups thinking about marketing are usually concerned about watching every dollar. The good news is that you don’t need a big marketing budget to make
How to Choose Software for Your Business
Choosing software for your business can be intimidating—there are so many options out there! Add in the marketing buzz from software providers, and it becomes