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Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation 210 Wolfe Street Peterborough, ON K9J 2K9 Telephone: 705.743.0777 Fax: 705.743.3093 Email: info@gp…
Welcome to the Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation
May 26, 2011, 18:47
The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC) provides a variety of services on behalf of the City and County of Peterborough,…
Locate & Invest
May 26, 2011, 18:47
The Greater Peterborough Area (GPA) is ideally positioned for growth. Just over an hour’s drive from the Greater Toronto Area, six million people reside…
- Why Peterborough
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  With a population of 140,000, Peterborough is the regional hub of east central Ontario with a market draw of approximately 350,000 people. Known for it’s…
- Established & Growing Sectors
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  Six Established and Growing Business Sectors have been identified in the Greater Peterborough Area. These sectors represent the diverse industries that…
  - Aerospace/Aviation
    May 26, 2011, 20:05
    The Peterborough region has a vibrant and expanding aerospace and aviation sector, with a variety of operations located at or in close proximity to Peterborough…
  - Innovation
    May 26, 2011, 20:05
    Innovation related to water quality, environmental management, DNA forensics, health, materials science and agriculture has been identified as a growth sector…
  - Tourism
    May 26, 2011, 20:06
    Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism (PKT) is a division of the GPA EDC. PKT is the official Destination Marketing Organization for the City and County of…
  - Advanced Manufacturing
    May 26, 2011, 20:06
    For more than a century Peterborough has been one of Canada’s leading advanced manufacturing communities, and it is still growing strong, General Electric…
  - Agriculture & Rural
    May 26, 2011, 20:07
    Agriculture is an important contributor to the regional economy with an economic impact that exceeds 0B annually. Grains and oilseeds, beef and dairy cattle…
  - Food Processing
    May 26, 2011, 20:10
    Peterborough is home to many of the world’s best-known food brands, manufacturing and providing products of the highest quality to customers around the…
Expand & Develop
May 26, 2011, 18:47
Typically more than 80 - 90% of jobs are created by growth and expansion of existing businesses. The GPA EDC recognizes this and offers a variety of Business…
- Made in Peterborough
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  In 2007, the GPA EDC launched the Made in Peterborough Promotional Campaign to raise awareness of the products manufactured in the Peterborough region. Local…
- Energy in the GPA
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  The Industrial Transition and Investment (ITI) project is a significant economic development initiative of the Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development…
  - Solar
    May 26, 2011, 20:19
    For the purposes of this project, the Solar Energy Industry will be defined as the manufacture, sales, installation and service of both Photovoltaic Power (PV)…
  - Wind
    May 26, 2011, 20:21
    For the purposes of this project, the Wind Energy Industry will be defined as both large-scale wind builds (provides wind power systems for customers in the…
  - Nuclear
    May 26, 2011, 20:21
    For the purposes of this project, the Nuclear Energy Industry will be defined as all activities that make up the nuclear fuel cycle: uranium mining, conversion…
  - Water Treatment
    May 26, 2011, 20:22
    For the purposes of this project, the Water Technology Industry will be defined as those activities which involve the treatment of water as either an input or…
- Peterborough Region Oil Sands
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  Peterborough Region Oil Sands Consortium The Peterborough Region Oil Sands Consortium is a marketing web portal developed to showcase manufacturers and…
Start & Grow
October 24, 2011, 12:47
The Business Advisory Centre, a member of the Ministry of Economic Development & Trade's Small Business Enterprise Centre network, is a one stop resource…
- EPIC Ventures
  November 24, 2010, 14:51
  Entrepreneurs Proudly Investing in our Community Thank you for a great pilot year of the EPIC Ventures program in 2011! The Greater Peterborough Area…
- ARTrepreneur 2012
  January 12, 2012, 15:38
  Thank you to all of the participants and presenters at Artrepreneur that took place on Tuesday, February 7, 2012. It was an exciting day of…
- Programs & Resources
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  Business Resource Centre A business resource library including a computer workstation with Internet access is available for business use at the office Our…
- Rural Outreach and Kiosk Locations
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  The Business Advisory Centre’s (BAC) Rural Kiosk Program serves as a County-wide compliment to the services offered by the BAC’s Peterborough Office. The…
- Sponsors
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  In partnership with The Ministry of Economic Development & Trade and the Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC), the BAC is…
Tourism
May 26, 2011, 18:47
Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism (PKT) is a division of the GPA EDC. Through PKT, we operate the local Visitor Information Centre located at 1400…
Community
May 26, 2011, 18:47
The Greater Peterborough Area consists of a growing urban centre, the City of Peterborough, surrounded by a strong rural community. With a total population of…
- Recognition & Achievements
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  Peterborough is Second Happiest Town in Ontario! Does Money Matter? Evidence Shows that Mental and Physical Health, Stress, and Sense of Belonging Trump…
News & Events
May 26, 2011, 18:47
Subscribe to our mailing list to have our newsletters and media releases sent to you via e-mail. For more information regarding any GPA EDC news stories,…
- Creative Cocktail
  February 22, 2012, 03:33
  Join us for Creative Cocktail! The next event is June 18th at Flying Colours, 6:30 pm. Visit eventbrite to register. Hope to see you there!!! A rousing…
  - Creative Cocktail - Feb 2012
    April 16, 2012, 18:17
    A rousing evening of inspiring success stories and fresh networking opportunities for creative entrepreneurs and knowledge workers. Our latest event,…
- Calendar of Events
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  Thank you for visiting the GPA EDC newsroom. Please check back regularly for up-to-date media releases, newsletters and events. The following business events…
About Us
May 26, 2011, 18:47
The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC) is a regional economic development organization contracted to provide a variety of…
- Board of Directors
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  Thomas L. Sayer, Ph.D, Board ChairChairKawartha Manufacturers Association Laurianne S. Gruzas, Past ChairVice-President, Commercial CreditKawartha Credit…
- Staff
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  Staff Profiles Dan Taylor, President & CEO dtaylor@gpaedc.on.ca(705) 743-0777 Ext. 2120 Aleks de Oliveira, Corporate Assistantadeoliveira@gpaedc.on.ca(70…
- Strategic Plan
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  The GPA EDC Strategic Plan is the roadmap for economic development in the Greater Peterborough Area. The 2010-14 plan is the product of 18 months of work by…
- Employment & Volunteer Opps
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
Local Resources
May 26, 2011, 18:47
The following resources are available to assist businesses in the Greater Peterborough Area
- Maps
  May 26, 2011, 18:47
  Click the links below to download a PDF of our city and county maps. Click the region map to enlarge. City Map PDF (363 kB) County Map PDF (363 kB) Region…
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- Farming with a Conscience… by: KJopling
  May 16, 2012, 17:08
  Farming with a Conscience… Sounds intriguing doesn’t it? I would say most of the farmers I know follow this concept but just don’t promote it. Roger…
- Small Business Information Seminar by: BAyotte
  May 16, 2012, 15:58
  The Peterborough Business Advisory Centre and Revenue Canada will be hosting a Small Business Information Seminar June 21st, 2012 6pm-9pm at 210 Wolfe…
- Small is BIG in the County by: KJopling
  April 25, 2012, 11:22
  With over 20 days spent out in the county at our municipal BAC kiosk’s we have made 25 new business connections, visited over 80 small businesses,talked…
- Another Doctor Chooses Peterborough by: KYoung
  April 17, 2012, 15:33
  Recently I was contacted by a retiring family physician who informed me (quite late) that his expected replacement had changed plans and would no longer be…
- Greater Peterborough Area Moving Forward with Sustainability by: cheld
  April 16, 2012, 20:34
  Dynamic community partnerships were celebrated today at the Peterborough Museum & Archives with the official launch of the Greater Peterborough Area…
- Ontario Hot Global Wind Market for GE by: KYoung
  April 4, 2012, 15:52
  April 3, 2012 Via Canada Newswire GE (NYSE: GE) advanced technology wind turbines have been selected to power nine new wind projects in the province of…
- Tax tips for Home-Based Businesses by: eteleki
  April 2, 2012, 17:42
  The Business Advisory Centre would like to thank and recognize our sponsor McColl Turner Chartered Accountants for submitting these tax tips to our blog! Every…
- Peterborough Attracts Young Doctors by: KYoung
  March 27, 2012, 21:14
  With the spring term coming upon us, it is typically a time when a number of inquiries are received from family physicians who are looking to explore opportunit…
- Do You Have What it Takes? Regional businesses compete for over ,000 in cash, business products and services! by: eteleki
  March 6, 2012, 22:55
  A unique opportunity for businesses, The Bear's Lair Entrepreneurial Competition provides budding entrepreneurs the chance to present their business…
- COLLABORATION FORMED TO ADVANCE LOCAL WATER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES by: KYoung
  March 6, 2012, 19:59
  The Greater Peterborough Innovation Cluster, City of Peterborough, County of Peterborough, City of Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton County, Trent University and…
- GPA EDC heads to the #PeterTweeter Awards by: KYoung
  March 2, 2012, 21:51
  What a night! A huge THANK YOU goes to the fine folks of the #PeterTweeter awards committee who put on a great event filled with networking, laughs and…
- Community Building is Important in Talent Attraction and Retention! by: cheld
  March 1, 2012, 22:30
  Will jobs follow people where they want to live? Do good communities and economies start with the successes of the people and businesses already located there?…
- Planting a seed for growth? by: BAyotte
  February 24, 2012, 16:34
  One of the most common questions I get asked by small business owners when they come into the Business Advisory Centre (BAC) is “How can I grow/market my…
- Payroll deductions simplified by: BAyotte
  February 17, 2012, 19:15
  Recently I had the opportunity to facilitate a presentation put on by Canada Revenue on Payroll Deductions at the beautiful Village Inn in Lakefield. I…
- Paul Portelli's advice: "Do what you Love!" by: KYoung
  February 9, 2012, 17:12
  Paul Portelli gives simple advice on how to be a successful in art and business following his fantastic presentation at the the Business Advisory Centre's…
- BAC RECOGNIZES OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS OF SMALL BUSINESSES IN THE COMMUNITY by: KYoung
  February 3, 2012, 15:27
  Today, the Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC)’s Business Advisory Centre recognized excellence in small business and those…
- GPA EDC New Board Chair by: brigidayotte
  January 26, 2012, 21:41
  What does a retired executive from one of the largest manufacturers in this region do with all his new found spare time? If you are Tom Sayer, you contribute…
- Thinking back on Doctor Appreciation Day by: KYoung
  January 26, 2012, 15:27
  Almost a year ago, I had serious cause to appreciate our local health network when my daughter experienced a number of health issues within the span of two…
- SGS Lakefield Contributing to Local Youth Retention by: cheld
  January 20, 2012, 20:37
  SGS Canada is part of the multinational SGS Group, which operates globally. From their site in Lakefield, they provide clients with metallurgical, analytical,…
- DOCTOR APPRECIATION DAY ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL PARTNERSHIP by: KYoung
  January 19, 2012, 18:30
  11th ANNUAL DOCTOR APPRECIATION DAY: CELEBRATING HEALTH CARE DOCTOR APPRECIATION DAY: ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL PARTNERSHIP (PETERBOROUGH) Greater Peterborough…
- Wits End Equestrian Centre by: RuralLisaG
  January 18, 2012, 16:14
  Mary Mattos, owner and operator of Wits End Equestrian Centre (WEEC) has been around horses most of her life. When speaking to her it is evident that this is…
- What a year! by: RuralLisaG
  January 18, 2012, 16:04
  Wow! What a fantastic (and busy) 2011 we had here at the Business Advisory Centre! We hosted many seminars and workshops that were very well attended. From…
- Taking Peterborough’s “Open for Business” Message Abroad by: SuperUser
  January 16, 2012, 06:16
  A funny thing happened to me on the way to the Philippines. I stopped over in Tokyo to promote Peterborough as “open for business” and to my surprise made…
- Celebrate Peterborough's innovative and creative small business owners by: eteleki
  January 13, 2012, 20:08
  In my role at the Business Advisory Centre, I have the pleasure of meeting many innovative and creative entrepreneurs and small business owners. One of…
- We’re Changing the Way we do Business! by: KYoung
  January 13, 2012, 17:46
  In November of 2010, just a short 14 months ago, the GPA EDC had a total of 1 tweeter, 1 active Facebook page, 0 live Youtube videos and most of our staff were…
- Artrepreneur by: RuralLisaG
  January 10, 2012, 14:55
  Join us as we explore the business side of the art world. Presentations from local artists who have found success through their creativity. Presentations…
- Starting a Small Business Seminar by: RuralLisaG
  January 9, 2012, 19:50
  This no charge seminar will be held Thursday, January 19 from 6:00 - 9:00pm in the GPA EDC boardroom. This seminar is for people who have just started or are…
- GST/HST for New Registrants by: RuralLisaG
  January 9, 2012, 19:48
  This no charge seminar will be held Thursday, February 2nd from 6:00 - 9:00pm in the GPA EDC boardroom. This seminar is for clients who are starting a new…
- Import/Export Seminar by: RuralLisaG
  January 9, 2012, 19:47
  This no charge seminar will be held on Monday March 19th from 9am - 4:30pm in the GPA EDC boardroom. Topics include: Importing Commercial goods into Canada –…
- Genpak Brings the World to Peterborough by: SuperUser
  August 3, 2011, 22:43
  Would you like milk or cream in your coffee? Chances are that the containers that the milk or cream came in were filled by a machine built by GENPAK on Aylmer…
- Category: BAC Happenings (2)
  - Farming with a Conscience… by: KJopling
    May 16, 2012, 17:08
    Farming with a Conscience… Sounds intriguing doesn’t it? I would say most of the farmers I know follow this concept but just don’t promote it. Roger…
  - Small Business Information Seminar by: BAyotte
    May 16, 2012, 15:58
    The Peterborough Business Advisory Centre and Revenue Canada will be hosting a Small Business Information Seminar June 21st, 2012 6pm-9pm at 210 Wolfe…
Category: Newsroom (67)
- GST/HST for New Registrants Information Seminar by: BAyotte
  May 16, 2012, 20:17
  The Peterborough Business Advisory Centre and Revenue Canada will be hosting a FREE GST/HST for New Registrants Information Seminar for small business…
- Farming with a Conscience… by: KJopling
  May 16, 2012, 17:08
  Farming with a Conscience… Sounds intriguing doesn’t it? I would say most of the farmers I know follow this concept but just don’t promote it. Roger…
- Small Business Information Seminar by: BAyotte
  May 16, 2012, 15:58
  The Peterborough Business Advisory Centre and Revenue Canada will be hosting a Small Business Information Seminar June 21st, 2012 6pm-9pm at 210 Wolfe…
- The Promotion of Our Place by: KYoung
  May 11, 2012, 19:05
  About a year ago - and after many discussions, targeted research and brainstorming sessions - staff at the GPA EDC decided that it was time for a switch. Our…
- GPAEDC Announces New Staff Appointments by: eteleki
  May 2, 2012, 21:15
  Peterborough – The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation is pleased to welcome Aleksandra de Oliveira to the role of Corporate Assistant.…
- Peterborough could be next "Million Dollar Neighbourhood"! by: KYoung
  April 30, 2012, 17:16
  So Peterborough... are you up for the challenge? We've been contacted by the Oprah Winfrey Network (Canada) and Force Four Productions (Cupcake Girls,…
- Two Words: Creativity & Innovation by: KYoung
  April 25, 2012, 17:23
  By Julie Andras JAC! Julie Andras Communications www.julieandrascommunications.com Over the past month or so I have had many opportunities to get to know…
- GREEN EYEWEAR OPTICAL RECOGNIZED AS AN EPIC VENTURE by: KYoung
  April 24, 2012, 14:11
  The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC)’s Business Advisory Centre is excited to announce Green Eyewear as the latest EPIC…
- Another Doctor Chooses Peterborough by: KYoung
  April 17, 2012, 15:33
  Recently I was contacted by a retiring family physician who informed me (quite late) that his expected replacement had changed plans and would no longer be…
- Greater Peterborough Area Moving Forward with Sustainability by: cheld
  April 16, 2012, 20:34
  Dynamic community partnerships were celebrated today at the Peterborough Museum & Archives with the official launch of the Greater Peterborough Area…
- Ontario Hot Global Wind Market for GE by: KYoung
  April 4, 2012, 15:52
  April 3, 2012 Via Canada Newswire GE (NYSE: GE) advanced technology wind turbines have been selected to power nine new wind projects in the province of…
- Tax tips for Home-Based Businesses by: eteleki
  April 2, 2012, 17:42
  The Business Advisory Centre would like to thank and recognize our sponsor McColl Turner Chartered Accountants for submitting these tax tips to our blog! Every…
- Peterborough Attracts Young Doctors by: KYoung
  March 27, 2012, 21:14
  With the spring term coming upon us, it is typically a time when a number of inquiries are received from family physicians who are looking to explore opportunit…
- Networking Success! by: cheld
  March 22, 2012, 20:09
  Wow….you just never know! I am writing as an unintended advocate of the networking value of Creative Cocktail. Once upon a time (twelve years ago)…
- SGS Canada Inc. Expansion Creates Jobs and Investment by: cheld
  March 14, 2012, 15:28
  SGS Canada Inc. recieved approval today to expand their Lakefield facilities with the construction of a new 41,000 square foot lab facility allowing the…
- Do You Have What it Takes? Regional businesses compete for over ,000 in cash, business products and services! by: eteleki
  March 6, 2012, 22:55
  A unique opportunity for businesses, The Bear's Lair Entrepreneurial Competition provides budding entrepreneurs the chance to present their business…
- COLLABORATION FORMED TO ADVANCE LOCAL WATER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES by: KYoung
  March 6, 2012, 19:59
  The Greater Peterborough Innovation Cluster, City of Peterborough, County of Peterborough, City of Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton County, Trent University and…
- Creative Cocktail by: cheld
  March 2, 2012, 21:09
  Join us for Creative Cocktail. A rousing evening of inspiring success stories and fresh networking for creative entrepreneurs and knowledge workers. Creative…
- Community Building is Important in Talent Attraction and Retention! by: cheld
  March 1, 2012, 22:30
  Will jobs follow people where they want to live? Do good communities and economies start with the successes of the people and businesses already located there?…
- Planting a seed for growth? by: BAyotte
  February 24, 2012, 16:34
  One of the most common questions I get asked by small business owners when they come into the Business Advisory Centre (BAC) is “How can I grow/market my…
- Payroll deductions simplified by: BAyotte
  February 17, 2012, 19:15
  Recently I had the opportunity to facilitate a presentation put on by Canada Revenue on Payroll Deductions at the beautiful Village Inn in Lakefield. I…
- FoxFire Thanks Peterborough by: KYoung
  February 15, 2012, 21:05
  THANK YOU! To The Good People Of Peterborough: In December, we at Foxfire had somewhat of a dilemna ….. We had a director, designer, sound and camera …
- A Successful Doctor Appreciation Day by: KYoung
  February 15, 2012, 17:07
  Well, for the eleventh year running we had a very successful Doctor Appreciation Day in the Greater Peterborough Area. There was another slight change to the…
- Paul Portelli's advice: "Do what you Love!" by: KYoung
  February 9, 2012, 17:12
  Paul Portelli gives simple advice on how to be a successful in art and business following his fantastic presentation at the the Business Advisory Centre's…
- Elizabeth Teleki on Artrepreneur by: KYoung
  February 9, 2012, 16:54
  Business Advisory Centre Manager, Elizabeth Teleki shows her appreciation for our local arts community
- Artrepreneur, Ann Douglas shares her secret to success by: KYoung
  February 8, 2012, 15:57
  Ann Douglas, the Savvy Artrepreneur answers the questions "What advise do you give to artists who are trying to succeed in business?" at the Business Advisory…
- Creative Cocktail Connections by: KYoung
  February 8, 2012, 04:22
  I've just arrived home and I'm still on a bit of a networking high following our most successful Creative Cocktail... people (including me) are still tweeting…
- Artrepreneur Investigates the Business Side of Art by: KYoung
  February 7, 2012, 18:03
  The SAVVY Artrepreneur, Ann Douglas started today's event with a humorous and educational look at achieving your dream in the world of art
- BAC RECOGNIZES OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS OF SMALL BUSINESSES IN THE COMMUNITY by: KYoung
  February 3, 2012, 15:27
  Today, the Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC)’s Business Advisory Centre recognized excellence in small business and those…
- GPA EDC New Board Chair by: brigidayotte
  January 26, 2012, 21:41
  What does a retired executive from one of the largest manufacturers in this region do with all his new found spare time? If you are Tom Sayer, you contribute…
- Thinking back on Doctor Appreciation Day by: KYoung
  January 26, 2012, 15:27
  Almost a year ago, I had serious cause to appreciate our local health network when my daughter experienced a number of health issues within the span of two…
- SGS Lakefield Contributing to Local Youth Retention by: cheld
  January 20, 2012, 20:37
  SGS Canada is part of the multinational SGS Group, which operates globally. From their site in Lakefield, they provide clients with metallurgical, analytical,…
- Celebrate Peterborough's innovative and creative small business owners by: eteleki
  January 13, 2012, 20:08
  In my role at the Business Advisory Centre, I have the pleasure of meeting many innovative and creative entrepreneurs and small business owners. One of…
- We’re Changing the Way we do Business! by: KYoung
  January 13, 2012, 17:46
  In November of 2010, just a short 14 months ago, the GPA EDC had a total of 1 tweeter, 1 active Facebook page, 0 live Youtube videos and most of our staff were…
- GPA EDC Heads to Tokyo! by: KYoung
  January 12, 2012, 21:48
  GPA EDC MEETS WITH ASIAN INVESTMENT ATTRACTION AND TOURISM OFFICIALS TO PROMOTE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN THE GREATER PETERBOROUGH AREA Dan…
- Doctor Appreciation Day: 2012 by: KYoung
  January 10, 2012, 17:53
  For the eleventh consecutive year, we are announcing that Thursday, January 26/12 will be this year’s Doctor Appreciation Day in the Greater Peterborough…
- EPIC Venture Winner - Wild Rock Outfitters by: KYoung
  December 16, 2011, 20:22
  WILD ROCK RECOGNIZED AS AN EPIC VENTURE Outfitters selected for commitment to inspiring products and service as well as a strong commitment to community…
- Request for Proposal Invitation by: cheld
  December 15, 2011, 23:29
  The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC) invites prospective proponents to submit proposals for the provision of an automatic,…
- GPA EDC BRINGS AEROSPACE AND AVIATION COMPANIES TOGETHER TO DEVELOP BUSINESS AND JOB CREATION OPPORTUNITIES by: KYoung
  December 9, 2011, 15:11
  The Petebrorough region has been preparing for growth in the Aerospace and Aviation sectors for over a year. The Grand Re-opening of the Peterborough…
- EPIC Ventures - Seniors Dreams Inc. by: eteleki
  November 29, 2011, 18:43
  Corporation makes dreams come true for Seniors in the Greater Peterborough Area The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC)’s…
- Bridges to Better Business by: RuralLisaG
  November 25, 2011, 20:48
  Over the last while we have been very busy here at the GPAEDC’s Business Advisory Centre! We hosted two major Bridges to Better Business events in the…
- The Silver Bean Cafe recognized as an EPIC Venture by: SuperUser
  November 18, 2011, 21:44
  The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC)’s Business Advisory Centre is excited to announce Silver Bean Café as the…
- Dr. Cam Crawford returns home to open Maple Leaf Dentistry retaining and creating jobs in Peterborough by: SuperUser
  November 18, 2011, 19:32
  Walking into Maple Leaf Dentistry, the office is open and welcoming and if you ask their staff or clients, they are pleased about Dr. Crawford's transition…
- Potential for Water Cluster in Peterborough by: KYoung
  November 18, 2011, 17:57
  Dan Taylor, President & CEO of the GPA EDC and the Greater Peterborough Innovation Cluster speaks about the potential for Peterborough's Water Cluster
- Creative Cocktail by: KYoung
  November 18, 2011, 16:39
  Dan Taylor, GPA EDC President & CEO explains why we are bringing the business community together to create a perfect creative cocktail
- PETERBOROUGH WELCOMES 300 TO NATIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE by: SuperUser
  September 30, 2011, 23:04
  The Greater Peterborough Area will be welcoming 300 Economic Development Professionals from every province and territory in Canada as the 2011 Economic…
- Chewy bars are my favourite! (And not just because they taste great…) by: SuperUser
  September 27, 2011, 23:02
  The GPA EDC has been a partner on three successful funding applications to assist the Quaker Oats plant in Peterborough. These projects have led to millions…
- Traynor Beef Farms Recognized as an EPIC Venture by: SuperUser
  September 20, 2011, 23:01
  Local farm is a leader in buy local initiatives and innovative product development The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA…
- Local Innovation at Custom Plastic Injection Moulder by: SuperUser
  August 24, 2011, 23:00
  Merit Precision is a custom plastic injection moulder manufacturing over seven hundred individual products for fifty customers. No single “off the shelf”…
- City of Peterborough Featured as Green Community of the Future by: SuperUser
  August 18, 2011, 22:57
  The City of Peterborough is proud to be featured as a model green community in the August 2011 edition of Business Review Canada and Energy Digital magazines.…
- Customer Likeness Becomes Company’s Logo. by: SuperUser
  August 18, 2011, 22:51
  Company History and recent progress were shared with us on our visit to the Savage Arms Canada facility in Lakefield. Arthur W. Savage was born in Jamaica…
- Kawartha Ethanol: Creative Workers, Sourced Locally by: SuperUser
  August 17, 2011, 22:54
  Like their inputs of corn, Kawartha Ethanol wants to get their employees from the local area as well. Rather than attempting to attract already trained…
- Kawartha Endodontics Recognized as July’s EPIC VENTURE by: SuperUser
  August 16, 2011, 22:53
  Local company, Kawartha Endodontics, supports a scholarship, dental fund, downtown revitalization and commitment to innovation and the environment The…
- Second Annual Agriculture Pavilion Opens at the Peterborough Exhibition by: SuperUser
  August 11, 2011, 22:49
  The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC) and the Peterborough Agricultural Society will be opening the tent flaps on the…
- Jo Anne’s Place Recognized as June’s EPIC Venture for Significant Contributions to Economic Growth and Quality of Life in the Region by: SuperUser
  July 11, 2011, 22:33
  The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC)’s Business Advisory Centre is excited to announce Jo Anne’s Place as the June…
- 5,000 Announced to Support Goat Research in Ontario by: SuperUser
  July 6, 2011, 22:28
  Advancements in the area of goat and small ruminant research took a huge step forward yesterday as the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs…
- TRAVEL MEDIA ASSOCIATION OF CANADA VISITS PETERBOROUGH & THE KAWARTHAS by: SuperUser
  July 4, 2011, 22:25
  Last week, twenty-two travel writers from the Travel Media Association of Canada (TMAC) were in Peterborough for the day, hosted by Peterborough & the…
- BUSINESS ADVISORY CENTRE LAUNCHES 10th ANNUAL SUMMER COMPANY PROGRAM by: SuperUser
  June 29, 2011, 22:19
  Record number of students participating The Business Advisory Centre, a division of the Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC),…
- KAWARTHA CHOICE WINS PREMIER'S AGRI-FOOD INNOVATION AWARD by: SuperUser
  June 17, 2011, 22:13
  Yesterday, Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC) staff members Karen Jopling, Agricultural Development Officer and Kate Young,…
- EPIC VENTURES PROGRAM IS LAUNCHED AS THE FIRST WINNER IS ANNOUNCED by: SuperUser
  June 7, 2011, 18:25
  The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC)’s Business Advisory Centre formally launched their EPIC Ventures Program at an…
- NEW CEO WILL BRING CREATIVITY, LEADERSHIP AND VISION by: SuperUser
  April 1, 2011, 18:29
  The Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation (GPA EDC) and the Greater Peterborough Innovation Cluster (GPIC) announced today that they have…
- Aboriginal Business Day by: SuperUser
  March 24, 2011, 18:20
  Please join us for Aboriginal Business Day March 24th, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm , Curve Lake Community Centre, 20 Whetung Street East, Curve Lake Aboriginal…
- INNOVATION CLUSTER JOINS WITH DUTCH REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO ADVANCE WATER TECHNOLOGY by: SuperUser
  March 22, 2011, 18:34
  An international partnership for water and environmental technology has been formally launched in Peterborough today on the United Nations’ World Water Day.…
- THE GREATER PETERBOROUGH AREA LOOKS TO A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE by: SuperUser
  March 21, 2011, 18:35
  The Greater Peterborough Area has embarked on an exciting and important journey – the development of its first Integrated Community Sustainability Plan…
- GPA EDC STRAT PLAN AWARDED TOP HONOURS AT PROVINCIAL CEREMONY by: SuperUser
  February 2, 2011, 18:37
  The Ontario Economic Development Awards took place on Thursday, February 3rd at the Toronto Marriott Eaton Centre Hotel. The Greater Peterborough Area…
- MP DEL MASTRO PRESENTS MANUFACTURING INITIATIVE FUNDING by: SuperUser
  January 26, 2011, 18:39
  MP Dean Del Mastro presented funding to the first round of successful applicants of the Tri-Association Manufacturing Training Initiative in the Peterborough…
- COPYRIGHT & CONTRACT INFORMATION by: SuperUser
  January 23, 2010, 18:14
  PROTECTING YOUR RIGHTS: COPYRIGHT & CONTRACT INFORMATION FOR ARTISTS & CRAFTSPEOPLE The Ontario Crafts Council and CARFAC Ontario (Canadian Artists’…
Category: Calendar of Events (10)
- GST/HST for New Registrants Information Seminar by: BAyotte
  May 16, 2012, 20:17
  The Peterborough Business Advisory Centre and Revenue Canada will be hosting a FREE GST/HST for New Registrants Information Seminar for small business…
- Small Business Information Seminar by: BAyotte
  May 16, 2012, 15:58
  The Peterborough Business Advisory Centre and Revenue Canada will be hosting a Small Business Information Seminar June 21st, 2012 6pm-9pm at 210 Wolfe…
- Aboriginal Business Day by: BAyotte
  March 9, 2012, 21:18
  More details to come soon but topics will include: how to apply for Aboriginal business grants, business opportunities, bookkeeping, business planning, doing…
- Starting a Small Business by: BAyotte
  March 9, 2012, 21:12
  This seminar is for people who have just started or are about to start a small business. Topics covered: How to keep books and records Types of income…
- Importing and Exporting for Business by: BAyotte
  March 9, 2012, 21:05
  This free seminar is delivered by Canada Border Services Agency and will cover the following topics: Importing Commercial goods into Canada – Import…
- Creative Cocktail by: cheld
  March 2, 2012, 21:09
  Join us for Creative Cocktail. A rousing evening of inspiring success stories and fresh networking for creative entrepreneurs and knowledge workers. Creative…
- SR&ED Seminar by: RuralLisaG
  November 25, 2011, 21:28
  Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation's Business Advisory Centre and Canada Revenue Agency present "Scientific Research and Experimental…
- CALENDAR OF EVENTS by: SuperUser
  October 18, 2011, 13:08
- Aboriginal Business Day by: SuperUser
  March 24, 2011, 18:20
  Please join us for Aboriginal Business Day March 24th, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm , Curve Lake Community Centre, 20 Whetung Street East, Curve Lake Aboriginal…
- COPYRIGHT & CONTRACT INFORMATION by: SuperUser
  January 23, 2010, 18:14
  PROTECTING YOUR RIGHTS: COPYRIGHT & CONTRACT INFORMATION FOR ARTISTS & CRAFTSPEOPLE The Ontario Crafts Council and CARFAC Ontario (Canadian Artists’…
Category: Events (13)
- GST/HST for New Registrants Information Seminar by: BAyotte
  May 16, 2012, 20:17
  The Peterborough Business Advisory Centre and Revenue Canada will be hosting a FREE GST/HST for New Registrants Information Seminar for small business…
- Small Business Information Seminar by: BAyotte
  May 16, 2012, 15:58
  The Peterborough Business Advisory Centre and Revenue Canada will be hosting a Small Business Information Seminar June 21st, 2012 6pm-9pm at 210 Wolfe…
- Aboriginal Business Day by: BAyotte
  March 9, 2012, 21:18
  More details to come soon but topics will include: how to apply for Aboriginal business grants, business opportunities, bookkeeping, business planning, doing…
- Starting a Small Business by: BAyotte
  March 9, 2012, 21:12
  This seminar is for people who have just started or are about to start a small business. Topics covered: How to keep books and records Types of income…
- Importing and Exporting for Business by: BAyotte
  March 9, 2012, 21:05
  This free seminar is delivered by Canada Border Services Agency and will cover the following topics: Importing Commercial goods into Canada – Import…
- Creative Cocktail by: cheld
  March 2, 2012, 21:09
  Join us for Creative Cocktail. A rousing evening of inspiring success stories and fresh networking for creative entrepreneurs and knowledge workers. Creative…
- Artrepreneur by: RuralLisaG
  January 10, 2012, 14:55
  Join us as we explore the business side of the art world. Presentations from local artists who have found success through their creativity. Presentations…
- Starting a Small Business Seminar by: RuralLisaG
  January 9, 2012, 19:50
  This no charge seminar will be held Thursday, January 19 from 6:00 - 9:00pm in the GPA EDC boardroom. This seminar is for people who have just started or are…
- GST/HST for New Registrants by: RuralLisaG
  January 9, 2012, 19:48
  This no charge seminar will be held Thursday, February 2nd from 6:00 - 9:00pm in the GPA EDC boardroom. This seminar is for clients who are starting a new…
- Import/Export Seminar by: RuralLisaG
  January 9, 2012, 19:47
  This no charge seminar will be held on Monday March 19th from 9am - 4:30pm in the GPA EDC boardroom. Topics include: Importing Commercial goods into Canada –…
- SR&ED Seminar by: RuralLisaG
  November 25, 2011, 21:28
  Greater Peterborough Area Economic Development Corporation's Business Advisory Centre and Canada Revenue Agency present "Scientific Research and Experimental…
- CALENDAR OF EVENTS by: SuperUser
  October 18, 2011, 13:08
- Small Manufacturer, Big Plans. by: SuperUser
  July 26, 2011, 22:36
  Canadian Distribution Channel (CDC) Inc., maker of yogurt beverages for the ethnic market in Canada has received more than 0,000 in Provincial funding to…
Category: Employment and Volunteer Opps (2)
- Farming with a Conscience… by: KJopling
  May 16, 2012, 17:08
  Farming with a Conscience… Sounds intriguing doesn’t it? I would say most of the farmers I know follow this concept but just don’t promote it. Roger…
- AVIATION & AEROSPACE INDUSTRY RECRUITMENT EXECUTIVE by: KYoung
  April 19, 2012, 16:07
  The Right Honourable Prime Minister Stephen Harper and The Right Honourable Premier Dalton McGuinty officially opened a .6 MM upgrade to Peterborough’s i…
Category: Economic Development (7)
- Farming with a Conscience… by: KJopling
  May 16, 2012, 17:08
  Farming with a Conscience… Sounds intriguing doesn’t it? I would say most of the farmers I know follow this concept but just don’t promote it. Roger…
- Air - One of the 5 Elements of Peterborough's Economy by: DTaylor
  May 15, 2012, 10:30
  An Elemental Approach to Economic Development In my last 2 blogs I wrote about our Creative Economy and the 5 Elements approach to promoting…
- Speed Dating for Manufacturers! by: BAyotte
  April 27, 2012, 17:56
  Recently, the GPA EDC, together with the Kawartha Manufacturers Association (KMA), put a unique spin on a cultural phenomenon in order to bring together some…
- Ontario Hot Global Wind Market for GE by: KYoung
  April 4, 2012, 15:52
  April 3, 2012 Via Canada Newswire GE (NYSE: GE) advanced technology wind turbines have been selected to power nine new wind projects in the province of…
- Creative Economy Flourishing in Peterborough by: DTaylor
  April 1, 2012, 17:42
  In my last blog I wrote about the Creative Economy which is our horizontal sector. The table below is a categorization of those who are the Creative Occupations…
- The Creative Economy and the 5 Elements of Peterborough's Economy by: DTaylor
  March 10, 2012, 14:05
  Call it "Industry Agnostic" or an "Horizontal Sector", the chart below illustrates how Creative Occupations and the Creative Economy cuts across all sectors…
- A "Micropolitan Manifesto" that applies to Peterborough, Ontario - Cananda by: DTaylor
  February 26, 2012, 14:31
  Micropolitan. It's a statistical word but the opportunity is to bring it alive and have it equate to prosperity right here in Peterborough! Edge…
Category: Creative Economy (7)
- Farming with a Conscience… by: KJopling
  May 16, 2012, 17:08
  Farming with a Conscience… Sounds intriguing doesn’t it? I would say most of the farmers I know follow this concept but just don’t promote it. Roger…
- Air - One of the 5 Elements of Peterborough's Economy by: DTaylor
  May 15, 2012, 10:30
  An Elemental Approach to Economic Development In my last 2 blogs I wrote about our Creative Economy and the 5 Elements approach to promoting…
- Speed Dating for Manufacturers! by: BAyotte
  April 27, 2012, 17:56
  Recently, the GPA EDC, together with the Kawartha Manufacturers Association (KMA), put a unique spin on a cultural phenomenon in order to bring together some…
- Small is BIG in the County by: KJopling
  April 25, 2012, 11:22
  With over 20 days spent out in the county at our municipal BAC kiosk’s we have made 25 new business connections, visited over 80 small businesses,talked…
- Ontario Hot Global Wind Market for GE by: KYoung
  April 4, 2012, 15:52
  April 3, 2012 Via Canada Newswire GE (NYSE: GE) advanced technology wind turbines have been selected to power nine new wind projects in the province of…
- Creative Economy Flourishing in Peterborough by: DTaylor
  April 1, 2012, 17:42
  In my last blog I wrote about the Creative Economy which is our horizontal sector. The table below is a categorization of those who are the Creative Occupations…
- The Creative Economy and the 5 Elements of Peterborough's Economy by: DTaylor
  March 10, 2012, 14:05
  Call it "Industry Agnostic" or an "Horizontal Sector", the chart below illustrates how Creative Occupations and the Creative Economy cuts across all sectors…