Northern Ontario Women - NOW Program

06/02/2026

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Upcoming Webinar: NORD Webinar: A Practical Path to Entering the Defence Supply Chain https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nord-webinar-a-practical-path-to-entering-the-defence-supply-chain-tickets-1989113295412?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Overview
Learn how Ontario manufacturers can enter the defence market, overcome barriers, and position for defence supply.

Canada is entering a significant defence investment cycle, creating new opportunities for domestic suppliers. This session will provide Northern Ontario manufacturers with a practical understanding of how to enter the defence market, where companies typically struggle, and what it takes to successfully position within defence supply chains.

Key Learning Points
· Canada’s defence opportunity and what it means for regional manufacturers
· Why many capable SMEs struggle to enter the defence market
· What successful companies do differently (alignment, compliance, positioning)
· A structured, practical approach to moving from interest to participation

About the Speaker:
Greg Enns is the Founder of Pigeon Bay Strategies and a defence industry executive with 25+ years of experience across Canada and allied markets. A former President of Navistar Defence Canada, he has led major defence programs and now works directly with Canadian SMEs to help them enter and succeed in the defence supply chain.

06/02/2026

T•R•U•T•H

05/29/2026

📌 FEEDBACK FRIDAY 📌

Another Friday, another appreciative NOW grant recipient ❤️

"I am incredibly thankful for the financial support I received from the NOW Program, which played a vital role in helping me rebrand my business. Taking over an existing business and reshaping it into something that truly reflects your own vision is both exciting and overwhelming. The funding provided through this program eased that pressure in a meaningful way, giving me the ability to hire Kendra Edwards, whose creativity and expertise helped bring my ideas to life with confidence and professionalism.

The NOW program’s support allowed me to invest in a full rebranding process—something that would have been difficult to prioritize during the transition. The development of our new brand identity, especially our custom logo, has been pivotal in redefining who we are. It has strengthened our presence in the community, helped us reach a new audience, and given us a refreshed, cohesive appearance that truly represents the direction we’re moving in. Thanks to their support, we’ve been able to step forward with a stronger foundation, a clearer identity, and the confidence to continue growing with purpose."

Samantha
Freshwater Boutique
https://www.facebook.com/p/Freshwater-Boutique-100063995497641/
Manitoulin Island

05/28/2026

Build the personal and professional skills you need for the future you want!

Let Contact North help you access a FREE online-live webinar or two this June!

Choose from:
🔹 Smart Hiring For Start-Ups: The Co-Op Model
🔹 Upskill on Your Schedule with Flexible Online Learning
🔹 AI-Powered Finance Workshop
🔹 The Art of the High-Stakes Quick Pitch
🔹 Take Action for Brain Health
🔹 Your Best Meeting Ever: Get Things Done While Reclaiming Your Calendar
…and many more!

For all June dates and help to register:
📲 1-877-999-9149
📬 [email protected]

Build the personal and professional skills you need for the future you want. Let us help you access a FREE online-live webinar or two this June!
Choose from:
🔹 Smart Hiring For Start-Ups: The Co-Op Model
🔹 Upskill on Your Schedule with Flexible Online Learning
🔹 AI-Powered Finance Workshop
🔹 The Art of the High-Stakes Quick Pitch
🔹 Take Action for Brain Health
🔹 Your Best Meeting Ever: Get Things Done While Reclaiming Your Calendar
…and many more!

For all June dates and help to register:
📲 1-877-999-9149
📬 [email protected]

05/24/2026

🚨 Great opportunity alert for those who own/operate an Agricultural or Agri-food business in Northern Ontario!

If being a vendor at this year’s Royal Agricultural Winter Fair (November 6-15) is something you’re interested in, please shoot Susan an email at [email protected] to get more info about possible financial assistance from FedNor.

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05/23/2026

Only 3️⃣ tickets left!

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Click on http://regionalbusiness.ca/sem.../women-leading-with-impact/ to purchase yours

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Click on http://regionalbusiness.ca/sem.../women-leading-with-impact/ to purchase yours.

05/22/2026

📌 FEEDBACK FRIDAY 📌

Another Friday, another appreciative NOW grant recipient ❤️

"The funding I received through NOW allowed me to work one on one with a Quickbooks and Business Coach to improve my financial records, structure and processes. This will allow me to stay up to date, make informed financial decisions throughout the growing season and improve our financial resilience in the long term. Invaluable opportunity that will shape the future of our business.

Thanks so much for this opportunity."

Peggy
Three Forks Farms Manitoulin
Manitoulin Island

Eat Well Eat Fresh. Your local organic food farm, growing certified organic vegetables, chicken and seeds on Manitoulin Island.

05/21/2026

These are such great tips, from Service Business Centres Ontario, that we couldn’t help but share ⬇️

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1️⃣ Separate work from personal space.⁠
2️⃣ Set an end time for work.⁠
3️⃣ Set clear expectations.⁠
4️⃣ Be flexible with your time.⁠
5️⃣ Pace yourself.⁠
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05/20/2026

Only 1️⃣1️⃣ tickets left!

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Click on http://regionalbusiness.ca/sem.../women-leading-with-impact/ to purchase yours.

05/17/2026

Are you a veterinarian looking to “MOO”ve to Northern Ontario to set up a practice?

If so, this incentive program might be for 🫵

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Are you a recently licenced veterinarian (within the last five years) who is currently practicing or interested in relocating to serve food animal producers in underserviced areas in Ontario?