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Q3 Report 2023
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Q3 Report 2023

Please feel free to access our 2023 Q3 (quarter three) Board report, providing details on our team milestones and acheivements for the third quarter (July - September 2023) as well as some forward thinking for the next quarter to come. You will also find our KPI scorecard with year to date data. Click here to view the full report

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Ignite hosts the first-ever ‘Newcomer Summit’
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Ignite hosts the first-ever ‘Newcomer Summit’

Ignite is aiming at making the transition to your new home in the Capital Region as seamless and stress-free as possible with our first annual Newcomer Summit. This exciting event will gather together newcomers, government agencies, and support organizations in one room to foster connections and present information.

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Q2 Report 2023
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Q2 Report 2023

Please feel free to access our 2023 Q2 (quarter two) Board report, providing details on our team milestones and acheivements the second quarter (April - June 2023) as well as some forward thinking for the next quarter to come. You will also find our KPI scorecard with YTD data. Click here to view the full report

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Newcomer Business finds home at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery
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Newcomer Business finds home at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery

Newcomer-owned ‘Daily Espresso’ opens its doors at Fredericton’s Beaverbrook Art Gallery.

The ‘Daily Espresso’ is a cafe owned by a Colombian couple, Nicolas and Paola Laverde-Marquez, and their business partner and fellow Colombian, Andres Hernandez. The business partners came to Canada to improve their quality of life and expand their career opportunities.

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Locked on Local | Kevin Stewart: First Light Distillery
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Locked on Local | Kevin Stewart: First Light Distillery

Meet the new hidden gem on Hanwell, First Light Distillery! Kevin and Jen Stewart, have brought their passion for spirits back to their hometown and to Locked On Local. Specializing in creating craft spirits using locally sourced ingredients, Kevin shares their journey of leaving Toronto, falling in love with distilleries, and seizing the opportunity to open their own during the pandemic.

Suppose you're curious about the story behind a local distillery with big dreams. In that case, this conversation will give you a taste of the passion and dedication that goes into crafting exceptional spirits.

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Locked on Local Episode 8: Connell Farms
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Locked on Local Episode 8: Connell Farms

Have you seen Connell Farms at your local market? This week on Locked On Local, we spoke to the owner, Danielle Connell. With a commercial flock of over 80 sheep, Connell Farms produces farm-fresh lamb and pork products that are sold directly from their shop, at markets, online, delivery, and to other butcher shops. Listen now to learn more about Danielle's business.

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Locked on Local Episode 7: Big Sky Ventures
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Locked on Local Episode 7: Big Sky Ventures

Have you ever heard of Sea Buckthorn berries? This bright orange fruit is known for it's healing effects and can be made into raw juice, dehydrated powder, skin care and wine. In our latest episode of Locked on Local, we spoke to Beth Fowler from Big Sky Ventures Inc. a Certified Kosher Sea Buckthorn Berry orchard and licensed winery in Chipman.

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