Annapolis Ventures CBDC

06/11/2026

Hit the road with us this summer! 🚗☀️
Introducing the CBDC Road Trip—a social media series celebrating incredible CBDC clients and the small businesses that make our tourism communities shine. From hidden gems to must-visit destinations, we’re spotlighting the entrepreneurs turning passion into unforgettable experiences.
Follow along, support local, and discover your next adventure right here at home. 🌊📍


Prenez la route avec nous cet été! 🚗☀️
L’objectif de l’Escapade routière des CBDC, c’est de saluer sur les médias sociaux le travail incroyable des clients des CBDC et les petites entreprises qui font rayonner nos zones touristiques. Des trésors cachés aux destinations incontournables, nous mettons en lumière les entrepreneurs qui transforment leur passion en expériences inoubliables.
Suivez-nous, soutenez les entreprises locales et découvrez votre prochaine aventure à deux pas de chez vous. 🌊📍

06/05/2026

🚀 Big news — our new website is live!
Explore the refreshed cbdc.ca for everything you need to start, grow, or scale your business. From financing solutions to expert advice and local support, it’s all easier to access than ever.
✨ Streamlined. ✨ Modern. ✨ Built for entrepreneurs.
🔗 Visit us today and see what’s new: cbdc.ca


🚀 Grande nouvelle — notre nouveau site web est en ligne!
Découvrez le tout nouveau cbdc.ca pour trouver tout ce dont vous avez besoin afin de démarrer, faire croître ou développer votre entreprise. Du financement aux conseils d’experts, en passant par un accompagnement local, tout est maintenant plus facile d’accès.
✨ Simplifié. ✨ Moderne. ✨ Conçu pour les entrepreneurs.
🔗 Visitez-nous dès aujourd’hui : cbdc.ca

06/02/2026

🚜 Rooted in community. Grown with passion. 💛
From farm-inspired flavours to unforgettable experiences, Tipsy Farmers in Souris, PEI is proof that hard work and creativity can grow something truly special 🌱✨ What started as a family venture by Sarah and Lance Underhay has blossomed into a vibrant local hub—bringing people together through food, events, and collaboration 🤝🎶
At CBDC PEI East, we’re proud to support entrepreneurs who cultivate success while strengthening their communities. Here’s to local businesses growing strong and thriving together! 🌟
📍 Plan your visit and experience the magic of Tipsy Farmers for yourself!
https://cbdc.ca/stories/tipsy-farmers/
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🌾🚜 Enraciné dans la communauté. Cultivé avec passion. 💛
Des saveurs inspirées de la ferme aux expériences inoubliables, Tipsy Farmers, située à Souris, à l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard, est la preuve que le travail acharné et la créativité peuvent donner naissance à quelque chose de vraiment spécial. 🌱✨ Ce qui n’était au départ qu’une aventure familiale menée par Sarah et Lance Underhay est devenu un véritable lieu de rassemblement local, dynamique et vivant, où la gastronomie, les événements et l’esprit de collaboration rapprochent les gens. 🤝🎶
À la CBDC de l’est de l’Î.-P.-É., nous sommes heureux d’aider les entrepreneurs qui cultivent le succès et contribuent à notre communauté. Chapeau aux entreprises locales qui grandissent et prospèrent! 🌟
https://cbdc.ca/fr-ca/stories/tipsy-farmers/
📍 Planifiez votre visite et vivez la magie de Tipsy Farmers par vous-même!
🌾💼photography by Atlantic 360° Photography

05/28/2026

Gardening season is in full swing—and so is local entrepreneurship! From planting the first seed to growing a thriving operation, Green Acres Sod Farm is rooted in passion, hard work, and community support. 🌾💚 With help from CBDC Hants-Kings, Jordon and Stephanie Green turned their farming dream into a growing small business that’s supplying quality sod across Nova Scotia—just in time for lawns and landscapes to come to life.👉 Read their inspiring story:https://cbdc.ca/stories/green-acres-sod-farm/


🌱 La saison du jardinage bat son plein, tout comme l’entrepreneuriat local! De la première graine plantée à une entreprise florissante, la Gazonnière Green Acres est enracinée dans la passion, le travail acharné et l’apport à la communauté. 🌾💚 Avec l’aide de la CBDC Hants-Kings, Jordon et Stephanie Green ont transformé leur rêve agricole en une petite entreprise en pleine croissance qui fournit du gazon de qualité partout en Nouvelle-Écosse, juste à temps pour redonner vie aux pelouses et aux aménagements paysagers.👉 Pour en savoir plus sur leur histoire inspirante : https://cbdc.ca/fr-ca/stories/green-acres-sod-farm/

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

Gardening season is about more than planting—it’s about growing a dream 🌿✨
At Fortune Bridge Farms & Toby’s Farm Market, entrepreneur Crystal Burke Cheverie has transformed a multi generation family farm into a vibrant destination for fresh food, family fun, and community connection. With guidance and support from CBDC, this small business continues to grow, innovate, and thrive—rooted in local values and big ideas. 👉 Read the full story: https://cbdc.ca/stories/fortune-bridge-farms-tobys-farm-market/


La saison du jardinage, c’est plus que faire pousser des plantes, c’est faire grandir un rêve 🌿✨✨
À Fortune Bridge Farms & Toby’s Farm Market, l’entrepreneure Crystal Burke-Cheverie a transformé une ferme familiale multigénérationnelle en une destination dynamique où se rencontrent produits frais, plaisirs en famille et vie communautaire. Grâce aux conseils et au soutien de la CBDC, cette petite entreprise continue de croître, d’innover et de prospérer, enracinée dans les valeurs locales et portée par de grandes idées.👉 Pour en savoir plus : https://cbdc.ca/fr-ca/stories/fortune-bridge-farms-tobys-farm-market/

05/25/2026

🌟 Strengthen Your Business With These June Workshops! 🌟

This June, join us for two practical workshops designed to help you protect your cash flow and confidently navigate challenging conversations. Whether you’re tightening up your payment processes or strengthening your communication skills, these sessions will equip you with tools you can use immediately in your business.

WORKSHOP 1 – Collections and Getting Paid
Getting paid shouldn’t be the hardest part of running a business — but for many entrepreneurs, it is. This practical workshop takes a clear, straightforward look at accounts receivable, credit, and collections. You’ll learn how to set strong A/R and credit policies, decide when to extend credit or require deposits, and determine when payment terms should be included in a contract.

We’ll also cover what to do when customers don’t pay, including professional collection options and how technology can help automate and streamline the process. Packed with real-world guidance and common pitfalls to avoid, this session will help you protect your cash flow with confidence.

📅 Date: June 3rd, 2026
🕒 Time: 10 AM (90 minutes)
🎤 Facilitated by: Debi Peverill
💰 Cost: FREE

WORKSHOP 2 – Difficult Conversations
Navigating challenging conversations is essential for entrepreneurial success. This interactive online workshop is designed to help business owners identify different types of difficult conversations and customers, develop a practical plan for effective communication, and master The Feedback Formula. You’ll learn how to create a clear conversation plan, understand the importance of follow-up, and gain the confidence to handle tough discussions in ways that lead to growth and positive outcomes.

📅 Date: June 10th, 2026
🕒 Time: 10 AM (90 minutes)
🎤 Facilitated by: Bernice Williams
💰 Cost: FREE

💡 Don’t miss these opportunities to strengthen your communication skills and protect your bottom line.

👉 Register now for one or both workshops: https://setraining.ca/

05/25/2026

🚢⚓ Charting a bold course in PEI’s fishing industry ⚓🚢
From learning the ropes to captaining her own vessel, Mindy O’Donnell is proving that determination and passion belong at the helm. 🌊🦞 As captain of the Muriel Sea 1, Mindy is breaking barriers in a traditional industry—with strong community backing from CBDC PEI East every step of the way. Her journey is a powerful reminder that women belong on the water, in leadership, and at the heart of our coastal economy. 💙 https://cbdc.ca/stories/mindy-odonnell/


🚢⚓ Tracer une voie audacieuse dans l’industrie de la pêche de l’Î.-P.-É. ⚓🚢
De ses débuts dans le métier à capitaine de son propre navire, Mindy O’Donnell prouve que la détermination et la passion ont leur place à la barre. 🌊🦞 La capitaine du Muriel Sea 1 brise le plafond de verre d’une industrie traditionnelle, grâce à un solide appui de la communauté, celui de la CBDC de l’est de l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard, présente à chaque étape. Son parcours est un puissant rappel que les femmes ont leur place en mer, y compris dans des postes de leadership, au cœur de notre économie côtière. 💙 https://cbdc.ca/fr-ca/stories/mindy-odonnell/

photography by Atlantic 360° Photography

05/18/2026

🎨 Make Your Brand Stand Out With Canva & Smart Branding! 🎨

📅 Date: May 20th, 2026
🕒 Time: 10 AM (90 minutes)
🎤 Facilitator: Amy Harrison, Pixels and Pieces
💰 Cost: FREE

Your brand is more than a logo — it’s how customers recognize and remember you. In this beginner-friendly, interactive workshop, you’ll learn the core building blocks of branding and how to use Canva to bring your brand to life.

In this hands-on session, you’ll learn:
✅ The fundamentals of branding (colour, font, shape, and style)
✅ How branding influences how customers perceive your business
✅ How to build recognition that converts strangers into customers
✅ The basics of Canva - including creating your own social media post

💡 Walk away with practical branding knowledge and a ready-to-use design.

🎟️ Register for free today! https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/58q_JNEGSNKXYtL6JEaKhQ #/registration

05/13/2026

In Pictou, Nova Scotia, one woman turned a leap of faith into a movement. Step inside TABITHA + CO® INC., where every hand-stitched leather piece carries a story of community, mentorship, and mindfulness. From a life-changing moment to international recognition, Tabitha Co has built more than a brand — she’s built a village.

Discover how slow fashion, authentic connections, and a vision for sustainability has transformed a big dream into a thriving enterprise. https://www.cbdc.ca/en/news/the-leather-maker-and-her-village-how-tabitha-cor-inc-turned-craft-into-community