A key part of the formula for growth for startup companies is building a network of connections in the investment community. The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are providing $125,000 to support Ignition Startup Zone Inc. in hosting Invest Atlantic 2018, the...
Being in business requires adapting to market conditions, and making strategic and innovative investments. That’s why the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are supporting the PEI Bag Company with investments for innovative equipment to help increase quality, quantity...
Innovation PEI encourages applicants to contact a Business Development Officer prior to applying for support, as this typically will save the applicant time and result in a better experience. This contact benefits the applicant by: assisting the applicant to identify the most...
Creating jobs for Islanders - A $25,000 grant from the provincial government’s Ignition Fund in 2016 helped Suzanne Keough expand her one-year-old Rawsome Juice Company at just the right time. Applications are now being accepted ( www.innovationpei.com) for 2018 grants, which are...
For years organizations like Inclusions East in Montague, Community Inclusions in O'Leary and Tremploy in Charlottetown have been helping Island residents with intellectual challenges find rewarding work in their community. Now, a new video series will show just how valuable...
The food and culinary sector in PEI is central to its economy, from well-established traditional industries to increasing demand for new Island-made food and beverage offerings, including a vibrant craft beer market. The Government of Canada is stepping up efforts to make...
Creating jobs for Islanders - Chris Francis is enthusiastic about coffee, coffee culture, and the impact that ethical sourcing can have on the developing-world farmers who grow coffee beans. “I was always a lover of good coffee,” says Francis, who co-owns Receiver Coffee in...
Creating jobs for Islanders Corporate restructuring pushed Roy Abraham toward entrepreneurship, but he credits the Self Employ PEI program – and a conversation with his priest – for helping get his business off the ground. The Indian-born and educated program manager and database...
Creating jobs for Islanders - For Charlottetown custom clothier Coltin Handrahan, the path to entrepreneurship led straight through the Junior Achievement program at school. He started his company Golden Custom Clothing while he was still a student, making custom-designed shirts...
Performance Agreement template for the PEI PNP Work Permit Stream under the Business Impact Category.