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CWB 2023-2024 Impact Report

Posted July 10, 2024

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We are proud to share our 2023 Impact Report highlighting the programs, events, and services we’ve offered to the Atlantic Canadian (and beyond!) entrepreneurial ecosystem. These numbers are reflective of not just our work, but…

Leading with Pride: Corrie Melanson on Entrepreneurship and Inclusivity

Posted June 24, 2024

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In 2009, Corrie Melanson founded Sea Change CoLab, a business that helps organizations across all sectors create transformational learning experiences. By leveraging evidence-based research, personal development, and a hands-on learning approach, Sea Change CoLab aims…

SaltWire: Creating beautiful buildings while embracing sustainability

Posted June 21, 2024

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Greater Heights of Growth initiative adds to success of Halifax’s Habit Studio From a young age, Judy Obersi spent her time sketching her dream home and taking inspiration from the drives she took with…

SaltWire: For the love of chocolate

Posted June 11, 2024

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The Greater Heights of Growth program helps Rousseau Chocolatier co-owner plan for rapid expansion When you peek through the window of Rousseau Chocolatier on South Street in Halifax, you will find Julien Rousseau-Dumarcet,…

SaltWire: Helping businesses become an employer of choice

Posted June 5, 2024

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TalentMinded embracing strategies offered by the Greater Heights of Growth Program When Emma Scott and Kim Benedict recognized the gaps in the talent acquisition solutions market they decided to use their expertise to create…

SaltWire: ‘If we support women in business the whole economy does better’

Posted May 9, 2024

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At the beginning of 2020, Kitchen Door Catering in Dartmouth was in full swing with a new 10,600-square-foot facility offering full-service, drop-off and take-home catering, cooking classes, a weekly Facebook Live show, Chit! Chat!…

SaltWire: Physiotherapist loves helping people live the life they want

Posted May 7, 2024

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Walking into Zoomers Physiotherapy and Health Solutions gym, giant letters spelling “live the life you love” welcome you into the 1,000-square-foot space. The physiotherapy clinic, which opened its doors in 2018, provides in-person, in-home…

SaltWire: ‘You simply need to take that initial step forward’

Posted April 29, 2024

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After working for more than 15 years in the institutional equity markets for major Canadian financial institutions, where she was consistently ranked as a top-tier salesperson, Milla Craig wanted more. She had a desire to…

Virtual Trade Mission to Puerto Rico October 2024

Posted April 10, 2024

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The Centre for Women in Business, together with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Beyond Ventures and M&C Latin Consulting, will host a virtual trade mission to Puerto Rico in October 2024 for up to 8…

CWB Receives $5,000 in Funding from the CUA Community Investment Grant Program

Posted April 5, 2024

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Last week the Centre for Women in Business (CWB) was honoured to receive a $5,000 grant under the 2024 CUA Community Investment Grant Program, for our Specialized Program in Cooking Entrepreneurship (SPICE) kitchen and the…

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CWB 2023-2024 Impact Report

Leading with Pride: Corrie Melanson on Entrepreneurship and Inclusivity

SaltWire: Creating beautiful buildings while embracing sustainability

SaltWire: For the love of chocolate

SaltWire: Helping businesses become an employer of choice

SaltWire: ‘If we support women in business the whole economy does better’

SaltWire: Physiotherapist loves helping people live the life they want

SaltWire: ‘You simply need to take that initial step forward’

Virtual Trade Mission to Puerto Rico October 2024

CWB Receives $5,000 in Funding from the CUA Community Investment Grant Program

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