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Coffee Talk: Brewing Connection and Support for Women in Business

Posted September 15, 2025

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When COVID-19 lockdowns forced many business owners into isolation, adapting to new ways of working and connecting became essential. That’s exactly where The Centre for Women in Business’ virtual Coffee Talk program fit in. Quickly…

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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Across Canada: CWB Advisory Board

Posted August 19, 2025

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At the Centre for Women in Business (CWB), we believe that every woman entrepreneur in Canada deserves access to the tools, resources, and support necessary to build a thriving, sustainable business. With over 30 years…

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Supporting Families, One Loved One at a Time: Inside Greywave Senior Care Consulting

Posted August 11, 2025

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After more than three decades working as a social worker with older adults and their families, Marie-Claire Chartrand recognized a critical gap in senior care services, one that left countless families overwhelmed, confused, and without…

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Easy Street Diner: Elevating Comfort Food with Heart and Hustle

Posted July 29, 2025

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In the heart of Halifax’s Fairview/Clayton Park area, Easy Street Diner has quickly earned a reputation as a comfort food staple. Co-founded by Kelly-Jo Beck, alongside partner Lalanya Kaizer (a chef with 10+ years in the industry)…

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Oak Bay HR: Redefining Recruitment with Purpose and Partnership

Posted July 29, 2025

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When Rebecca Coleman founded Oak Bay HR she had a bold vision: to reimagine recruitment through a lens of strategic partnership and purpose. Based in Halifax, the boutique firm specializes in leadership hiring across Atlantic…

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A Celebration of Growth, Confidence, and Community: Reflections on the SPICE Graduation

Posted July 29, 2025

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As we reflect on the recent Specialized Program in Cooking Entrepreneurship (SPICE) Graduation, there’s a powerful sense of pride and purpose. The evening was more than just a celebration, it was the culmination of months…

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Lemonade Communications: Building a Business on Collaboration, Authenticity, and Intention

Posted July 15, 2025

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When Emily Sollows first considered becoming an entrepreneur, she wasn’t convinced it was the right path, especially on her own. “I knew I wanted to start a business,” she says, “but what held me back…

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Transforming Women Led Businesses Through Digital Innovation: Introducing the EDGE Initiative

Posted June 24, 2025

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At the Centre for Women in Business (CWB), we are committed to evolving alongside the needs of women entrepreneurs in Nova Scotia. Our newest program, the EDGE Initiative, offers unique support for how non-tech businesses…

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How ML Family Counselling is Transforming Mental Health Care in Nova Scotia

Posted June 12, 2025

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As June marks Pride Month across Canada, and around the world, it becomes more than a celebration of LGBTQ2S+ identity—it’s a call to reflection, action, and advocacy. For Michelle Labine, founder of ML Family Counselling,…

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Engineering a New Era: Women, Leadership, and Sustainable Business

Posted May 20, 2025

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Tate Engineering Inc., founded by Roxanne Tate (MASc., FEC, P.Eng., CEM, GGP), offers energy, project, and construction management consulting with a strong focus on sustainability and client partnership. At its core, the firm is not just…

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