Small Business Week across Canada is celebrated the third week of October, and this year's Bay of Quinte Small Business Week will run from October 21 to October 25. As of 2024, Canada has 1.29 million small businesses. These enterprises form the backbone of the Canadian economy, making up about 99.8% of all businesses in the country.

Amy McQuaid, a communications expert and established business owner, is excited to announce the launch of her mortgage business, serving Quinte West, Northumberland, Belleville, and surrounding areas. After moving to the area in 2020 during the pandemic to raise her family, Amy felt a strong...

The Pregnancy and Family Care of Quinte West (PFCQW) is thrilled to announce the official opening of their new space in Trenton. After 12 years of serving the community, it was time for PFCQW to expand into a new location. “Over the past few years we've seen the challenges faced by young families and...

Motorsports of Trenton Ltd., founded by local couple Curtis and Patti King, is thrilled to announce its official opening, inviting the community to share in their passion for motorsports. After selling their first business in 2017, the Kings found themselves yearning for a new adventure. “We realized we were too young to retire,” said Curtis King...

Quinte Little Theatre (QLT), a new not-for-profit community theatre, is proud to open its doors in the heart of Quinte West. The theatre was created to offer a welcoming, creative space for individuals to express themselves and grow in the arts. “We are so excited to share this big idea with our community,” said Amber Lucas, Chair of QLT...

The Butcher's Best Friend is thrilled to announce its official opening in Trenton, Ontario. Owner Richelle McCallum, who moved to Northumberland four years ago, brings her experience as a packaging supervisor in a butcher shop to this new venture. After meeting co-owner Robyn Craig, a well-established raw pet food store owner in Grafton...

Longtime boaters John Lott and Jennifer Cook are excited to announce the official opening of their houseboat rental company, H2O Getaways. After the pandemic derailed their careers in the live theatre industry, John and Jennifer found themselves at a crossroads. “We have always been passionate about storytelling and transforming spaces,” said...

Randall's Office Supplies / Always Present Gifts & Cards is pleased to announce their official opening under new ownership. The new owners, Charlene, and Ron Wilson have lived in the area for most of their lives and have deep roots in the community. “We have extensive experience in...

A locally owned business, serving the Quinte West area and Ontario for over 25 years, Dr’s Choice Optical Lab recently celebrated a new milestone: The Official Opening of their brand new, state-of-the-art Lens Manufacturing Facility. Dr’s Choice Optical Lab has been a small, family-owned local...

Shoeless Joe’s, the Canadian casual dining chain redefining the sports-themed restaurant scene with its chef-inspired menu, top-notch entertainment, and warm atmosphere, opens its first location in Trenton, featuring the city’s largest, covered patio. Doors officially open to the public Sat., June 15th at...