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Learn more about Creative Pictou County

Join us on “Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time” with Carissa Ainslie, Executive Director of Creative Pictou County. Carissa tells us about their new space at the DeCoste Performing Arts Centre and the vital role art plays in our community. Hear Carissa share more about how the creative sector supports wellness, strengthens our local economy, helps build a vibrant tourism region, and enriches our daily lives—because art truly matters. Learn about the mission behind Creative Pictou County, their exciting upcoming initiatives, and how you can connect with the thriving art sector in...

Social Enterprise or Social Purpose Support

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Fostering the growth and development of social enterprise in Pictou County.

Grant Writing Support

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Access grant writing support with the Pictou County Partnership.

Grant Connect Access

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Organizations can access Grant Connect free of charge at the Pictou County Partnership office. Grant Connect is a database of funding opportunities.

Social Enterprise Summit – October 28-30th, 2024

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Join us for the Social Enterprise Summit a 2-day event designed to showcase opportunities for revenue diversification for community impact organizations.

New Initiative Aims to Strengthen Pictou County’s Community Impact Sector

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The Pictou County Partnership is excited to announce the official launch of The Sobey Foundation Community Compass+ program. This transformative initiative aims to strengthen the community impact sector in Pictou County by providing essential resources to help build capacity, diversify revenue streams, and secure additional critical funding for local organizations.

10 great things about Pictou County!

Growth Stories

If you have ever been to Pictou County, you know that there are many things that make Pictou County great! It was hard to choose but here are 10 "great things about living in Pictou County." 1. Safe Communities 2. Affordable cost of living 3. Great schools and passionate educators 4. Special supports for families 5. Welcoming and collegial people 6. Year-round indoor and outdoor recreation, events, and activities 7. Fresh seafood and a variety of cuisines 8. Opportunities for youth employment and recreation 9. Close to airports, ferries, and neighbouring provinces 10. A sprawling coastline...

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