Local Business

Funding available to help protect Ontario workers and employers from the impacts of tariffs and economic uncertainty  Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing, announced that the Ontario government has opened applications for Skills Advance Ontario (SAO), which helps workers upgrade their skills and pursue in-demand jobs while assisting employers in retaining

By Richard Coffin Over $4.5 million in federal funding is supporting six strategic initiatives in Nipissing-Timiskaming. MP Pauline Rochefort says the projects will support Canada’s defence sector and accelerate AI adoption, innovation, job creation and business growth in North Bay and surrounding areas. STAY INFORMED – Click here to

Port North Bay has positioned itself as a practical and forward-thinking solution Port North Bay is emerging as a standout leader in delivering modern, cost-effective office space tailored to the evolving needs of businesses, government agencies, and non-profit organizations.  At a time when rising operational costs are forcing organizations to

The City of North Bay is seeking qualified vendors to operate food services in the new Community and Recreation Centre. This year-round commercial space offers an opportunity to provide quality food services to residents and visitors. All bid details, documents, and submission instructions are available through the City’s Bids

By Richard Coffin Saving money at the grocery store… there’s a locally created app for that As grocery prices continue to rise, North Bay’s One Red Maple is helping shoppers find where their groceries cost less before they even leave home.  The Canadian tech company has created Gofer.

Province proposing to allow retail business to stay open on select holidays while maintaining robust protections for workers As part of its plan to protect Ontario, support workers and businesses, and provide more choice and convenience for families, the provincial government is proposing changes that would allow retail business establishments

Province investing $138 million for 205 kilometres of track between North Bay and Washago The Ontario government is announcing the successful acquisition of 205 kilometres of railway between North Bay and Washago, marking another milestone in the province’s plan to bring back Northlander passenger rail service to Northeastern Ontario.

By Richard Coffin Voyageur Aviation Corp., which is headquartered in North Bay, has signed a deal continuing its partnership with the Department of National Defence (DND). Under the terms of the contract, Voyageur will establish a dedicated maintenance capability within the Aerospace Engineering Test Establishment’s hangars in Ottawa. They’

Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced that the Ontario government is investing $20,000 in two local entrepreneurs through the Racialized and Indigenous Supports for Entrepreneurs (RAISE) grant program for 2025-26. The successful entrepreneurs received a $10,000 grant to scale their businesses upon completing the required 8-week free training

By Richard Coffin A Canadian ridesharing company is launching a fund to support women entrepreneurs and aspiring founders in the communities it serves, including North Bay. It’s called the Uride Female Founders Fund. Officials say in recognition of International Women’s Day, they’re awarding $5,000 each to