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Applications are now open for the $5-million 2025-26 RAISE grant program  The Ontario government is protecting workers and small businesses by investing $5 million to provide free business development training, coaching, networking support and a $10,000 grant to racialized and Indigenous entrepreneurs. The 2025-26 Racialized and Indigenous Supports for

The Labour Market Group reports 465 job postings were recorded in Nipissing District in July. While that’s slightly higher month-over-month it’s ‘significantly’ lower year-over-year, by over 17%. The number of employers posting jobs was up, compared to June, by nearly 5%. Stay Informed - Subscribe for Free – Click

Investment will support 320 young entrepreneurs. The Ontario government is investing an additional $2 million in Futurpreneur Canada to help more young people develop and launch businesses and strengthen Ontario’s economy in the face of U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty. The funding will support 320 young entrepreneurs between

Job postings in Nipissing were down month-over-month and year-over-year in June. In fact, the Labour Market Group (LMG) says the 459 postings was significantly lower in both. Compared to May, the decline was 18.6% while it was down 21.7% from June last year. Stay Informed - Subscribe for

The finalists for the Evening of Excellence Awards have been announced by the North Bay & District Chamber of Commerce. Officials say the awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of local businesses, organizations, and individuals who contribute to the vitality and growth of our region. “We’re incredibly proud to highlight

$7.5 Million to Help Businesses Go Digital  The Ontario government is investing $7.5 million to protect small and medium-sized businesses across the province, helping them modernize and grow by adopting digital technologies. The Digitalization Competence Centre (DCC) helps companies to transition and find made-in-Ontario digital solutions with expert

By Richard Coffin You may notice some L39 jets flying over the North Bay area over the next couple of weeks. That’s because the International Tactical Training Centre (ITTC) is set to take part in training sessions locally starting on Monday, resulting in an increase in air traffic. Report

By Brad Aubin Nipissing First Nation (NFN) has officially opened its Duchesnay Elders’ Lodge.  Officials say the new facility is part of a larger project that includes 10 assisted living units in Garden Village and 10 in Duchesnay. The units offer supportive living with 24/7 staffing, meal services, cleaning

By Richard Coffin The number of job postings in Nipissing in May was almost identical month-over-month.   The Labour Market Group reports 564 job postings that month, up 1.4% from April, but down just over 9% compared to May last year.  “While the year-over-year decreases may look alarming, the May

Brings 80 Vendors to One Location A new marketplace is preparing to open in Callander this summer, aiming to support local artisans, small businesses, and unique retail offerings. Treasure Trail, a vendor-style shopping destination, will officially launch on July 3rd, 2025, at 1407 Main Street West, next door to Rug-a-Roo.