Author Archives for Bob Peters
November 5, 2025 3:55 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – A prime commerical plaza in Cornwall has a new owner. The commercial property at 960 Brookdale Avenue, known locally as the Brookdale Centre, has been acquired by... View Article
November 5, 2025 9:14 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Tri-County Literacy Council is launching a couple of new training programs this fall – at its new downtown location! In these training programs, participants practice Skills... View Article
October 31, 2025 11:56 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall, Ontario – Following the inauguration of its new offices in Cornwall, the Centre for Settlement, Support and Community Guidance (CÉSOC) officially launched its Employability – Work Ready (PWR) program.... View Article
October 30, 2025 8:44 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Cornwall’s economy is once again in the spotlight with the popular Year in Review meeting on Thursday December 4. The Year in Review report summarizes major private... View Article
October 29, 2025 3:06 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Downtown Cornwall’s annual Shop the Blocks event is back and bigger than ever. On Wednesday, November 12th, over 20 Downtown businesses will be joining forces and showcasing all... View Article
October 28, 2025 2:08 pm
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
October 24, 2025 4:23 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – New banners honouring local veterans are now gracing light polls, transforming a portion of Second Street known as Veteran’s Walk into a public gallery of remembrance. The new... View Article
October 21, 2025 6:56 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Applications are now open for a new round of the Indigenous Economic Development Fund. The Ontario government is investing $3.2 million to launch the next intake of... View Article
October 21, 2025 9:33 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The St. Lawrence River Institute will be hosting the 32nd Annual River Symposium this week on October 22nd and 23rd. Over the last three decades, the River... View Article
October 20, 2025 6:02 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall, Ontario – An official groundbreaking ceremony kicked off construction of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society’s new 8,000-square-foot Cornwall & Region Animal Centre and Veterinary Clinic and marks the... View Article
October 20, 2025 1:12 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – One of the most anticipated events on the small business calendar is on the horizon. Bridges to Better Business will once again be the highlight of Small... View Article
October 16, 2025 7:06 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – A new restaurant promising to bring the true taste of Mexico to the community has officially opened its doors. Viva Cancun, a family-owned business, started serving authentic... View Article
October 15, 2025 4:35 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario — The Ontario government is investing $10,521,539 in Cornwall to connect more people to emergency care faster and increase the availability of paramedics and ambulances in the community.... View Article
October 15, 2025 9:27 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The name may be different, but the legacy of excellence continues. Timila is the new name of respected manufacturer MPIQC, which is headquartered in the Cornwall Business... View Article
October 9, 2025 2:32 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Many young adults today face real challenges when it comes to finding meaningful employment. Whether it’s lack of experience, uncertainty about where to start, or the stress... View Article
October 6, 2025 11:04 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall, Ontario – Nearly 250 community and business leaders gathered this weekend at the Ramada to celebrate the Business Excellence Awards and 53rd Citizen of the Year. The annual tradition... View Article
October 3, 2025 3:44 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Cornwall Tourism Development Fund is proud to announce the launch of the Tourism Innovation Challenge, an exciting new initiative designed to spark bold, creative solutions that will... View Article
September 29, 2025 12:05 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The minimum wage in Ontario is increasing to $17.60 an hour. The change will take effect on October 1, 2025. This annualized wage increase of 2.4 per... View Article
September 26, 2025 4:06 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Ontario Government is expanding the Basic Constable Training (BCT) program to help police services recruit, train and deploy more officers. For the first time, training will... View Article
September 26, 2025 3:40 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall, Ontario – Immigrant women entrepreneurs from across Cornwall and Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry will be gathering on Thursday, October 9 for an evening of networking, inspiration, and community building.... View Article
September 24, 2025 8:53 am
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Work has begun on a major expansion of the Cornwall Business Park. Work crews are currently on site building a new road and extending services in the... View Article
September 23, 2025 3:53 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The ever popular Apples & Art Studio Tour returns to Cornwall and SDG Counties on the weekend of Saturday, September 27th and Sunday, September 28th from 10... View Article
September 23, 2025 3:33 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) celebrated the land acquisition for the new Cornwall public secondary school with a sod turning today, bringing together students, staff, trustees and... View Article
September 22, 2025 2:45 pm
Published by Bob Peters
Cornwall Ontario – Cornwall Economic Development will once again look to attract new retailers to Cornwall at a major commercial retail real estate event this fall. The International Council of... View Article