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Poster for the Summer Company program by Enterprise Renfrew County (ERC).

Summer Company 2023 - Do you want to be your own boss this summer?

Posted on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 03:10 PM

Release date: February 21, 2023

Do you want to be your own boss this summer?

EnterpriseRenfrew County (ERC) is looking for ambitious students who are keen to enter the world of entrepreneurship.

The Summer Company Program is a unique opportunity for students aged 15 to 29 to create their own company, their own job and learn what it takes to be an entrepreneur. Students receive an initial financial award of up to $1,500 to help kickstart their business. Upon successful completion of the virtual...

Rick Klatt, volunteer for the event, addresses the participants to announce prize winners.

LV Ice Fishing Derby - A Fishing Success

Posted on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 02:37 PM

For immediate release: February 21, 2023

Laurentian Valley, ON - The Township of Laurentian Valley hosted its 4th annual LV Ice Fishing Derby on February 18, 2023 from 11 am to 3 pm on Lemke Lake. The lake conditions and weather were the best yet, allowing our largest turnout of 115 attendees of participants of all ages whom enjoyed this fun event!

The lucky winners of the day included:

  • Longest Fish – Madison Coulas
  • 2nd Longest Fish – Molly Coulas
  • 3rd Longest Fish – Josh Nokes
  • 4th Longest Fish – Josh...

Photo of kids playing hockey at the Shady Nook outdoor rink.

Game on for the Ottawa Valley's outdoor hockey league

Posted on Monday, February 13, 2023 02:56 PM

Reported by: Dylan DysonCTV News Ottawa Multi-Skilled Journalist

For many Canadians, hockey represents a sense of pride and community.

For a handful of families in the Ottawa Valley, their first games are played in a league unlike most.

The Shady Nook outdoor hockey league in Laurentian Valley highlights Canada's game under the lights and in the elements of winter.

"Especially when the snow starts to fall it gives us that, 'we're part of something' feeling," league convenor Heather Samson says.

Photo of Community Development Officer Katie Tollis-Flabbi with Holly Moleenar of OV Boss Babes.

Ottawa Valley women in business podcast hits milestone

Posted on Friday, January 20, 2023 09:18 AM

Graphic with partner logos.

Service Concierge returns with its final workshops on beautification

Posted on Thursday, January 19, 2023 01:29 PM

For immediate release – January 19, 2023

Pembroke, ON.  The Township of Laurentian Valley, the Town of Petawawa, and the City of Pembroke are pleased to announce the final phase in the Service Concierge program in their communities with support from Enterprise Renfrew County. The program is designed to provide businesses with a tailored and customized opportunity to work with local consultants in the areas of digital media, finance, and beautification. The program includes a series of workshops...