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Scroll through a collection of stories about people in Pictou County and why we think you should live here too!
New Business Helps County Glow
New businesses make a destination exciting, regardless of where you are. They give communities something new to experience, or something distantly familiar to reacquaint yourself with.
Opening Shut Doors: Making a Living, Not a Million
When doors continue to shut on you, an entrepreneurial path can become a necessity over a choice.
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From Illness to Wellness: How a Love for Dogs Inspired this Entrepreneur
A business idea sometimes blooms out of a solution to a problem. When that problem involves your beloved dog, finding a solution can feel like the only option.
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When Love and Business Bloom
Maybe the key to keeping a business running throughout three generations lies with who you go along the journey with.
Discover What Fills Your Cup
Discover What Fills Your Cup If you’ve ever felt anxious about booking or attending medical appointments, you’re not alone.
Dream it There, do it Here in Pictou County
Anushka (Al) Sirinivas has dreamed of the day he would come to Canada.
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A Risk Worth Taking
The Meadows Retreat and Creative Space Taking risks is a frightening, inevitable part of growth. For entrepreneurs, taking risks is part of the job.
From Grampy to Jampy: How Christmas Ornaments Changed this Entrepreneurs Life
Chris Smith didn’t intend to start a company. But the creative entrepreneur has excelled in various mediums and industries throughout his varying career, with his continually growing skillset.
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Do What Makes You Happy
Do What Makes You Happy Encouragement from friends and family sparked Stephanie Grants decision to put her baking skills to work and start a cupcake side hustle.
Get a Slice of this Side Hustle
Within less than six months, Darrah DeYoung went from making her first cheesecake to selling out at the New Glasgow Farmers Market.