Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development

Do you know #whYPQ? On Day 5 of Economic Development Week, we're taking an in-depth look at the aerospace industry in Peterborough & the Kawarthas. From a growing Peterborough Airport and being the home to local and global companies to internationally recognized post-secondary training programs, our region is an emerging international leader in the aerospace sector. Check out how aerospace impacts our local economy: investptbo.ca/aerospace #EconDevWeek City of Peterborough Peterborough County

It’s Day 4 of Economic Development Week, and we are throwing it back to when we partnered with Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board and Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board to tour three local manufacturers, getting an inside peek at their unique facilities, the strength of the sector in the region, and the career and skilled trade opportunities. Get to know the manufacturing sector in Peterborough & the Kawarthas: https://lnkd.in/gAZmRmYA #EconDevWeek

On Day 3 of Economic Development Week, we are shining a light on the exciting tourism season ahead with the grand opening of The Canadian Canoe Museum's new lakefront location, as well as the expansion of globally acclaimed canal cruiser company, Le Boat, to our historic Trent-Severn Waterway. This week, our Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism team and Destination Ontario are welcoming a group of travel media professionals to the region to experience what is being touted as a new attraction coordinator, including experiences with The Canadian Canoe Museum, Le Boat, the Peterborough Lift Lock, Peterborough Museum & Archives, the Art Gallery of Peterborough, Peterborough Musicfest, Elmhirst's Resort, the Taste of the Trent-Severn and Trent-Severn Trail Towns program operated by Regional Tourism Organization 8 | Kawarthas Northumberland. Learn more about the exciting activities happening this week and the historic tourism season ahead: https://lnkd.in/gm47AUic #EconDevWeek City of Peterborough Peterborough County

As we gear up for the 2024 Annual Business Count Survey, on Day 2 of Economic Development Week we look back at the results we gathered from last year: 📈 In 2023, our Business Count team completed 1,284 surveys 📈Over 250 businesses requested assistance from an Economic Development Officer and PKED 📈 87% of businesses surveyed stated that most of their employees lived in the City or County of Peterborough 📈 59 planned business expansions were identified, 44% in the City of Peterborough and 56% in Peterborough County Read the 2023 Business Count Report: https://lnkd.in/g_UAJEs5

This week, from May 6-10, is Economic Development Week! Economic Development is a crucial step in the growth of local businesses and industries, regional tourism, the success of workforce and skilled talent, and so much more. Regionally, get to know how Peterborough & the Kawarthas supported our local economy and investment attraction activities throughout 2023: 🏗️ 465 Business Supported 🏦 37 businesses started 📓 Over 40 workshops hosted 📣 More than 130 businesses were featured through marketing and media 🚴 Hosted 12 group events in the region 🗨️ Served more than 8,300 visitors through visitor services ❓ Had 69 investment inquiries Get a more in-depth look at how PKED has served the community: https://lnkd.in/gmtgpggu #EconDevWeek City of Peterborough Peterborough County

Did you know May 6-10 is Economic Development Week? Economic development is vital to the continuous growth and success of local industries, small businesses, tourism, the workforce, skilled talent, education, and more. By the stats, check out how our team at PKED supported economic development activities in Peterborough & the Kawarthas throughout 2023: 🏗️ 465 Business Supported 🏦 37 businesses started 📓 Over 40 workshops hosted 📣 More than 130 businesses were featured through marketing and media 🚴 Hosted 12 group events in the region 🗨️ Served more than 8,300 visitors through visitor services ❓ Had 69 investment inquiries Interested in how we served the community last year? Watch our Year-in-Review: https://lnkd.in/gmtgpggu #EconDevWeek City of Peterborough Peterborough County

Find the resources that can help your business, no matter the stage or age, grow and succeed. From industry-specific resources to funding and learning opportunities, browse our growing collection of business resources, all curated into one place. Access resources: https://lnkd.in/g4axYbZq

We had a blast today taking part in the Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce 2024 Business Summit! From a fantastic keynote speaker to informative workshops, it was a great networking opportunity and a chance to spend time with our local businesses. Our Marketing & Communications team had the opportunity to moderate a Meeting the Media panel featuring key decision-makers from our local media outlets. Attendees were provided some tips and tricks for crafting a compelling pitch, forming relationships with the media, and so much more. A huge thank you to our panel for speaking and sharing your wisdom: ➡️ Jaye Makinson, Global Peterborough ➡️ Jordan Mercier, Freq 90.5 ➡️ Marcus Tully, Peterborough Examiner ➡️ Jeannine Taylor, kawarthaNOW

Last Friday, we took the show on the road as we partnered with Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board and Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board to take guidance and career teachers/counsellors on a tour of local manufacturers. Throughout the day, we toured Quickmill Inc, Merit Precision, and Kawartha Metals Corp and were provided with an inside peek at their facilities, career opportunities, and a behind-the-scenes look at the unique things made, created and developed in Peterborough & the Kawarthas. Learn more about the growing manufacturing sector in the region: https://lnkd.in/gAZmRmYA

May is a busy month; don’t miss out on all of the great in-person workshops heading your way! 📈 Early May, we are kicking off another cycle of our Business Fundamentals workshop series, delivered in collaboration with Community Futures Peterborough and Innovation Cluster Peterborough and the Kawarthas. 📢 The second Small Biz Social Navigator workshop will be taking place at the Cavan Monaghan Community Centre on May 15th, delivered by Social Kat Media. 📅 Ready to mark your calendars? Head over to our events page to sign up: https://lnkd.in/dEBBnzn9 City of Peterborough Peterborough County Cavan Monaghan Township