Venture Bay Studio

Join us for Small Business Week 2025 at Canadore College’s West Parry Sound Campus!

📅 Thursday, Oct. 23 | 1–4:30 PM
📍 1 College Dr., Parry Sound (Canadore College)

An afternoon of inspiration, strategy, and growth with expert-led sessions on mindset, customer experience, and entrepreneurship. 💡

Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and celebrate small business success in our community! 🚀

Join regional business leaders, policymakers, and economic experts for a post-election roundtable exploring the future of trade, tariffs, and economic stability in the Parry Sound–Muskoka–Almaguin region.

This joint event will feature insights from Graydon Smith (MPP Parry Sound–Muskoka), the Ontario Chamber
of Commerce, BDO, and Global Affairs Canada, with opening remarks from Muskoka District Chair Jeff Lehman.

✅ Understand how federal decisions impact your business
✅ Get actionable strategies to navigate economic change
✅ Network with local leaders and industry peers
✅ Enjoy local snacks and refreshments
This is a hybrid event – limited in-person spots are available – registration is required.
�� Submit questions for the panelists: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TariffRoundtable2025
��️ Register now:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tri-regional-tariff-roundtable-economic-insights-business-solutions-tickets-1391456567049?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=organizer-profile&utm-share-source=organizer-profile

Happening in Venture Bay Studio on June 16th! Check out all info below.

🚀 Are You a Young Entrepreneur Looking for Financing?
Join Futurpreneur for a free Lunch & Learn in Parry Sound! 🍽️💼

📅 Monday, June 16th
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
📍 Venture Bay Studio | 1 College Drive, Parry Sound, ON

If you’re 18–39 and running a business full-time (or planning to!), this session is for YOU. Learn about:
✅ What financing is and how to get it
✅ Key requirements for loans with mentorship
✅ Tips to prepare your business plan & cashflow

🔗 Spots are limited! RSVP to:
📧 [email protected] (Kennedy Johnston, Business Development Manager – Northern Ontario)

📣 Share this with any aspiring entrepreneurs in your network!
💡 Let’s turn ideas into reality.



Futurpreneur Venture Bay Studio

A fantastic opportunity to get your business out there!

🎉 FREE Summer Pop-Up Opportunity for Parry Sound Businesses! 🌞

This summer, Harbour Walk Shops of Parry Sound is offering FREE one-day pop-up shop spaces to local businesses in the Parry Sound District!

🛍️ Are you a small business with a product or service that visitors love?
🌊 Want a high-visibility, waterfront location to connect with locals and tourists alike?

This is your chance to set up shop at one of Parry Sound’s busiest summer destinations — for FREE!

Eligibility:
✔️ Based in the Parry Sound District
✔️ Tourism-friendly products or services
✔️ Quick application + simple vendor agreement

📍 Location: 11 Bay Street, Parry Sound
📅 Limited summer spots available!
📲 Apply now or learn more: https://calendly.com/harbourwalkshops/pop-up-shop?month=2025-05

Let’s showcase the amazing talent, creativity, and small business spirit that make our region so unique.

Questions?
📞 Shirlene: 705.996.2257
📞 George: 705.774.1192

Rural Community Immigration Pilot Program (RCIP)

Employer Info Sessions
Wednesday, May 28th at 1pm and Tuesday, June 3rd at 11am.
Learn More & Click Here to Register https://nbrcip.ca/rcip-north-bay-area-employer-info-sessions-with-qa/

Connecting employers and newcomers to grow North Bay & Surrounding Area

The Annual Business Excellence Awards will be taking place Friday Sept 19, 2025 from 5:00-8pm at the beautiful Charles W. Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts

Join us in a night of celebration and recognition to support & celebrate our local businesses. The Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce is looking for a Photographer to help celebrate this event.

Contact Chris at [email protected] or call 705-746-4213 for more information about this event!

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We are closed this Monday May 19th and will reopen on Tuesday May 20th!

We hope everyone has a great long weekend!

We are closed this Monday May 19th and will reopen on Tuesday May 20th!

We hope everyone has a good and safe long weekend!

Heads up! Our hours are changing soon!

Starting May 20 through September 1, we’ll be open:

Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

We appreciate your understanding!

LinkedIn for Business Growth
Sriya Peruka | Founder of WEE Marketing
May 14th, 2025, 11am (EST)

This webinar explores how to leverage your personal LinkedIn profile to attract potential customers and build your brand. It covers profile optimization strategies, content creation, and effective networking techniques to increase visibility and establish credibility. Learn how to position yourself as an industry leader and turn connections into business opportunities.

Register by emailing: [email protected]