Author Archives for Bob Peters
April 2, 2026 3:45 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) is bringing major junior hockey back to the city of Cornwall for the Seaway Shootout. a special two-game event in October. The... View Article
April 2, 2026 3:04 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Cornwall’s population has topped 54,000 according to the latest post-census population estimates from Statistics Canada. Statistics Canada estimates Cornwall’s population to be 54,346 in 2025, representing a... View Article
April 2, 2026 10:40 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario — The Ontario government has announced a decrease to the small business corporate income tax (CIT), from 3.2 per cent to 2.2 per cent, over the next three... View Article
April 1, 2026 9:15 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The minimum wage in Ontario is increasing to $17.95 an hour later this year. The change will take effect on October 1, 2026. The current minimum wage... View Article
March 27, 2026 3:12 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario — Local business owners, cycling enthusiasts and event organizers are invited to explore the possibilities of tapping into a growing cycling market at a Cycle Tourism Destination Development... View Article
March 27, 2026 2:17 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Residents and visitors have a new spot to consider when going out for lunch or dinner – Chuck’s Roadhouse Bar and Grill. The popular restaurant has opened... View Article
March 24, 2026 3:50 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The St. Lawrence Seaway officially launched its 68th navigation season this week at the St. Lambert Lock in Montreal. The event brought together Canada’s Minister of Transport,... View Article
March 19, 2026 3:15 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Cornwall will be home to an integral part of the Canadian Armed Forces for several more years. The Department of National Defence has extended its lease at... View Article
March 19, 2026 10:04 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Minimax Express has acquired five new compressed natural gas (CNG) trucks from Peterbilt. This purchase is part of the company’s ongoing fleet modernization and commitment to decarbonizing... View Article
March 19, 2026 9:03 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Job seekers will have a chance to meet dozens of local employers in-person at the Cornwall, SDG & Akwesasne Regional Employment Expo in April. The Regional Employment Expo... View Article
March 17, 2026 1:46 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario government is taking further action to protect Ontario workers by expanding training and employment supports for those impacted by tariffs and global trade disruptions. Through... View Article
March 12, 2026 1:36 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario government is continuing to support the province’s vibrant Francophone communities with the launch of the 2026–2027 Francophone Community Grants Program (FCGP). Through the FCGP, Ontario... View Article
March 12, 2026 9:49 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Eastern Ontario Training Board has released its annual Local Labour Market Plan (LLMP). The report covers the areas of the City of Cornwall, the United Counties... View Article
March 6, 2026 9:50 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – After more than three decades in the iconic Seaway Building in Downtown Cornwall, the Great Lakes Pilotage Authority (GLPA) has moved its Headquarters and Operations Center to... View Article
March 3, 2026 10:10 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall, Ontario – High school and post-secondary students looking to broaden their experience and skillset this summer can now apply for funding and support to help them start a small business. Summer... View Article
March 2, 2026 10:55 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The latest intake is now open for the Eastern Ontario Development Fund, a fund that has assisted a number of local employers build capacity and increase competitiveness in... View Article
February 25, 2026 11:50 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Local tourism businesses, community organizations, and event planners are invited to the 2026 Cornwall & SDG Counties Tourism Summit. Building on the success of the inaugural summit... View Article
February 18, 2026 9:53 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Big Ben Ski Centre was crowned the inaugural winner of the Tourism Innovation Challenge presented by the Cornwall Tourism Development Fund on Thursday, February 12th, securing the... View Article
February 17, 2026 3:43 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario government is investing up to $30M to expand critical water infrastructure in Cornwall. The funding comes from the province’s Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health and... View Article
February 10, 2026 11:57 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Cornwall Campus of St. Lawrence College will be hosting a Skills Ontario Summer Camp this summer. It is the third consecutive year that SLC has hosted... View Article
February 10, 2026 10:17 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – From everyday items to world-class products in every sector, what’s made and built in Eastern Ontario is truly impressive. The latest edition of STUFF magazine aims to... View Article
February 9, 2026 12:34 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The DEV Hotel and Conference Center has reopened the DEVFit athletic facility which includes a pool, gymnasium and fitness center. The facility is located on the DEV... View Article
February 9, 2026 11:45 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Following a breakout inaugural year that had attendees calling it “the party of the year,” DevFest returns June 26–27 2026 with two of Canada’s most celebrated live... View Article
February 6, 2026 3:25 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall, Ontario – Five local businesses will compete in the inaugural Tourism Innovation Challenge at a public pitch competition taking place live on Thursday, February 12th at the Dev Centre.... View Article