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kawarthaNOW.com Expands
Jeannine Taylor, publisher of kawarthaNOW.com is pleased to announce that they have expanded with lifestyle content and new editorial staff. Carol Lawless has joined kawarthaNOW.com as features Editor and Josh Fewings is their Culture and Arts columnist. The new “Life in The Kawarthas” section covers food, wine, people, music, and arts, in the Kawarthas. KawarthaNOW.com also features over 500 events, over 900 venue listings, and a news feed. Visit www.kawarthanow.com.

RBC Dominion Securities Introduces Matt Temple
Graeme Ross, Branch Manager, RBC Dominion Securities is pleased to announce that Matt Temple Investment Advisor, is now available to provide professional wealth management at their new office in East City. He offers advice on a wide range of wealth management services, including: portfolio management, financial planning, RSPs/RIFs, education savings plans, estate planning and charitable giving. To arrange a complimentary initial consultation – or to receive an objective, no-obligation second opinion on your current investments – please contact Matt at (705)743-4973 or matthew.temple@rbc.com

Armstrong Stores (Towerhill Sobeys) Renovates
Towerhill Sobeys on Chemong Road has renovated their store. You’ll find a brighter store with lots of new products and numerous new features including a pizza oven, a new cake unit, a new popper machine in the bakery and expanded fruit, deli, and cheese departments. Call 705-740-9026 and watch the website for workshops www.peterboroughsobeys.com.

GUSTO Personal Chef Services
GUSTO Personal Chef Services is a new business recently started by Diana Cancilla. Diana will plan out your meals, purchase all the ingredients, create the selections right in your own home, package, label and store everything, and clean the kitchen! Full details, pricing and sample menus are online at www.gustopersonalchef.ca or call 705-639-1447.

The Two J’s Enterprises
The Two J’s Enterprises is a partnership between Judy Lawless and Jim Victor. Judy sells custom made wooden signs and mailboxes.  There are many different styles and graphics, and you can view the catalogue and order online at www.oursignsofwood.com.  Jim supplies over 180 motorcycle trailer hitches for various bikes and applications. He’s even written a book on the subject called “Pulling Your Tail – A Primer on the art of Motorcycle Trailering”. For more information, call (705) 742-1218 or visit www.customcruiserchrome.com.

Jeff Purvey Limited
Jeff Purvey’s Fish and Chips, a landmark business in Peterborough since 1956, has just completed a major renovation. The restaurant, still owned by Ken Purvey, has an all new dining room including new flooring, walls, ceiling and seating, and watch for an exterior facelift and an updated menu over the summer. Jeff Purvey’s is located at 124 Rubidge Street and is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Call 705-742-8301.

Capture Creative
Capture Creative is a full-service graphic design, printing and marketing agency recently launched by Laura Hervieux. Laura brings ten years of experience and a multitude of skills to Capture Creative and can help you execute a full ad campaign, create and produce tradeshow displays or just print a few business cards, all at an affordable price. Call Laura at 705-313-2816 or find out more at www.capturecreative.ca .

Two Men and a Truck
Two Men and a Truck is a new local moving company. The franchise is managed by Steve de Boer. Two Men and a Truck can handle any size move, residential or commercial. They have six trucks available, do free in home estimates, and carry a full line of moving supplies which they’ll deliver. Full details are online at www.twomen.ca or call 705-201-5208.

Commercial Press & Design Celebrates 80 Years
Congratulations to John Hardill and everyone at Commercial Press, celebrating their 80th anniversary in business this year. Commercial Press offers an array of services to their many varied clients, including Graphic Design, Printing, Posters, Indoor and Outdoor Signage, and more. For more information visit www.commercialpress.org or you can also call 705-743-3677.

Grady’s Feet Essentials Renovates
In March, Kelli and Tony Grady celebrated the grand reopening of Grady's Feet Essentials in Lansdowne Place.  After 2 years of planning and 5 weeks of construction their completely renovated store features Rockport, Mephisto, New Balance, Finn Comfort and Birkenstock. Open 7 days a week you can visit them on the upper level of Lansdowne Place.  Call 705-743-5383 or check out their renovation on Facebook.

McIlwain Painting & Decorating Has New Owner
After operating McIlwain Painting and Decorating for 35 years, owner Rick Mcilwain Sr has retired and has turned over the business to his son Todd. Todd has worked alongside his father as a partner for 25 years and will continue to offer industrial, commercial and residential painting as well as drywall repairs and powerwashing. Call McIlwain at 705-760-4732 or email toddmcilwain@gmail.com .

MB Graphics & Events
Miryam Buchahim's new business is MB Graphics and Events. Miryam does graphic design, web design, photo shoots, DVD creation if you want to capture all those old photos and videos. She also does parties and events including custom made 3D cakes. Visit www.webmbgraphics.com or call 705-749-3115.

My Personal Assistant
Heather Humphries' new business is called My Personal Assistant. Heather will run errands, do paperwork, take you to medical appointments, be a companion, concierge, and more. For more information visit www.personalassistantpeterborough.yolasite.com or call Heather at 705-874-7623.

Northern Lights Canada #14 on Top Employers List
Northern Lights Canada, a local human service provider, ranked 14th on PROFIT Magazine’s list of the Best 50 Small and Medium Employers in Canada. This national awards program recognizes top employers with between 50 and 399 employees. Northern Lights Canada is a Canadian company with a team of over 180 employment and rehabilitation specialists, case managers, corporate trainers, and support staff. Visit www.northernlightscanada.ca or call 705-740-9014.

Charlies Diet and Wellness Centre
Charlies Diet and Wellness Centre recently opened at 107 Hunter Street East. Owned and operated by Peterborough native Shirley McGlennan, the first Charlies was started in Estevan Saskatchewan. Charlies is a protein based diet that operates in four phases and promises average weight loss of 3 – 7 pounds per week. Full details are at www.charliesdietcentrepeterborough.com or you can call 705-749-2091.

DogGone Beautiful
Rod and Karen Workman recently started DogGone Beautiful. They offer full service grooming from formally trained professional stylists from their Cherryhill location. Full details are online at www.doggone-beautiful.ca or you can call 705-749-3220.

Paget Denture Clinic Celebrates 25 Years
Congratulations to Paget Denture Clinic on their 25th anniversary in business. Founded by Kim Paget in 1987, the clinic is located at 308 Rubidge Street. Paget Denture Clinic has 3 denturists on staff (Kim Paget, Wayne Paget, and Melissa Hope). As certified denturists, they are licensed to fabricate, adjust, repair and fit, partial, full and implant supported dentures. Visit www.pagetdentureclinic.com or call 705-742-7703.


Raycroft Financial Moves
Raycroft Financial Planning recently moved from the Promenade building on George Street to 452 Charlotte Street, the former D.M. Wills building. Called the Raycroft Financial Centre the building also has room for more tenants. Bill Raycroft operates the business with his son Dan and Jason Quick. Raycroft offers investment advice, and financial, retirement and estate planning.  Visit www.raycroftfinancial.com or call 705-743-9650.

Red Fish Blue Fish Moves
Red Fish Blue Fish, the aquatic specialty store owned by Sean Cormican has moved to the Brookdale Plaza. Red Fish Blue Fish provides over 10,000 aquarium and reptile supplies, exotic fish, and aquarium rental and maintenance programs. Visit www.redblue.ca or call 705-874-3300 for all the details.

Collins Barrow Moves
Collins Barrow Chartered Accounts have just moved to their brand new building at 272 Charlotte at the corner of Stewart Street. Collins Barrow, following a merger with Stow Brown & McLeod will occupy the first and second floors, offering a full service accounting firm including tax, audit, accounting and evaluation. All contact information remains the same including the website, which is www.collinsbarrowkawarthas.com

Jungle Heat Imports Wins 9 Awards
Ron and Adrienne at Jungle Heat won 7 awards at the Fiery Food Challenge in Dallas Texas and 2 awards at the 2012 Scovie Awards! The little shop, which is located at 859 Chemong Road, won over entries from all over the world. Full details and photos are on the website at www.jungleheat.net or call 705-874-1997.

Ed Arnold Retires, Jim Hendry New Examiner Managing Editor
After almost 40 years at the Peterborough Examiner, Ed Arnold has retired. Ed began as a reporter and city editor before taking on the position of Managing Editor since 1985. Jim Hendry, who started at the newspaper in 1982 as a general assignment reporter was named as the new Managing Editor. For more information visit www.peterboroughexaminer.com or call 705-745-4641.

Home Suite Home Transitions
Home Suite Home Transitions provides a complete service to seniors who need to downsize or move. Owner and Peterborough native Patti Priestman, will take away the worry with services such as de-cluttering, floor planning and downsizing to arranging appraisals for furniture or collectibles such as coins, stamps, and china. Patti is a Certified Relocation and Transition Specialist, and a certified Senior Move Manager. For more information call 705-761-0018, or visit the website at www.homesuitehometransitions.com

Birtch Renovations and Repairs
Birtch Renovations and Repairs specializes in seniors’ repairs and renovations. Owner Don Birtch does everything from property maintenance to complete kitchen renovations. Don has experience as a project manager, mechanical engineering and he’s a certified home inspector. Call Don Birtch at 705-957-0481.

WE Design Group
WE Design Group is a new collaboration of creative professionals, including Christiam Papis, Matt Stimpson, David Jonkers, Jocaste Boone, and Adrienne Richard. WE Design can help you with advertising, packaging, signage, web design, photography, project management, launches, and more. For complete details visit www.wedesigngroup.ca or call 705-755-0850.

The Staffing Connection Welcomes Back Fran Brown
The Staffing Connection, 184 Charlotte St., Unit 205 in Peterborough, is pleased to announce that Fran Brown has re-joined their team as Account Manager.  Fran was part of The Staffing Connection team in 2005 prior to relocating to another city.  Fran brings Human Resources experience and a network of established local contacts to her new position. Fran can be reached at The Staffing Connection, 184 Charlotte Street in Peterborough, by calling 705-741-5286.

Robert D. Gauvreau Chartered Accountant Announces New Partner
Robert D. Gauvreau Chartered Accountant recently announced that Jeffrey Lingard, CA has joined his practice as a Partner. Jeff has worked within the practice since December of 2010, has been practicing public accounting for 11 years, and has completed the in depth tax specialist program allowing him to offer specialized tax services. Call Jeff at 705-745-8390 or visit the website at www.RDGPC.ca

Accurate Accounts is Growing
Marilyn Martin of Accurate Accounts recently added 2 new staff members, Norma Cummings as Tax Specialist, and Joan Bennett as Administrative Assistant. Accurate Accounts offers a customized service and is currently accepting new clients including for tax returns. Located in the Chamber Business Centre at 175 George Street, call 705-740-2400.

UnderPinnings
Leslie Menagh has launched UnderPinnings, a company that specializes in custom-made corsets, bras, and other intimate apparel.  Leslie has 20 years of sewing experience, and a Fine Art Degree specializing in textiles, sculpture, fashion and jewellery design.  Visit www.underpinnings.ca for more information or call Leslie at 705-768-8787.

Johnny eh's! Renovates
Johnny Eh’s is renovating! The new design will be ready on February 16, their second anniversary, and will feature a smaller space with about 30% fewer seats, but a better more intimate layout.  Visit www.johnnyehs.com

Wild Rock Outfitters Named EPIC Venture
Wild Rock Outfitters was recognized by the Business Advisory Centre at the GPA EDC as the EPIC Venture for the month of January. Wild Rock won not only for their successful business, but for fostering growth in the Downtown and for their active engagement outside the store as well as in it. Visit www.wildrock.net or you can also call 705-745-9133.

Kris Sieber
Working under his own name as a creative free agent, Kris Sieber provides brand development and application using creativity, technical expertise, and broad experience, including at the national level. The former Art Director at Lazer Graphics, Kris can tie-in your traditional marketing with new media. Visit www.creativefreeagent.ca or you can also call 705-875-2770.

LLF and Howell Fleming Announce Merger
Law firms LLF and Howell Fleming have announced a merger.  They will continue to operate from the Howell Fleming location on Water Street until Summer 2012.  They will then move into an expanded premises at LLF on Aylmer Street. 2012 will see the retirement of senior Howell Fleming Partners Don White, Ed Wood, and John Nichols. The merger will create one of the largest law practices in eastern Ontario. For more information contact either Bill Lockington at 705-742-1674 www.llf.ca, or Bob Packenham at 705-745-1361 www.howellfleming.com

Red Fish Blue Fish Works with Penn & Teller
Sean Cormican, owner of Red Fish Blue Fish, recently set up an aquarium for the famous Penn and Teller magic show at Casino Rama! The aquatic specialty store at the corner of Sherbrooke and Rubidge provides over 10,000 aquarium and reptile supplies, exotic fish, and aquarium rental and maintenance programs. Sean was also recently asked to participate in a documentary regarding United Conservationists’ “Shark Fin Free” campaign. Visit www.redblue.ca or call 705-874-3300.

Seniors Dreams
Mark Twyman’s organization, Seniors Dreams Inc., was recognized as the EPIC Venture for December by the Business Advisory Centre at the GPAEDC. Seniors Dreams enlists the help of the community to provide special opportunities for seniors. There is more information at www.seniordreams.net or call 705-748-0599.

New Sales Manager with Credit Bureau Collections
Jennifer Beatty-Gruer is the new Sales Manager with Credit Bureau Collections serving the greater Peterborough area.  Please call or email Jennifer for more information about third party collection services at 800 207-0841 or jsgruer@cbcollections.com.  Visit www.cbcollections.com.

Glimpse Images
Photographer Nicole Zinn’s new company is Glimpse Images. Nicole loves to photograph people in real life situations, with most of her work done outside. She does family portraits, maternity and baby, weddings and special occasions, portraits and headshots, photo excursions, and a great idea called rock the dress, where you get together with Nicole a couple of weeks after the wedding and get creative. Nicole can also do coffee table books, canvas prints, framing, and more. Galleries, details, packages and contact info are on her website at www.glimpseimaging.ca or call 705-874-6745.

Shaw Computers
Shaw Computer Systems is now carrying Apple Factory Refurbished Macbook, Macbook Pro, and iMac products.  For more information, visit www.shawcomputer.com or call 705-742-2204.

MEDIAPLUS VILLAGE Launches Newcomer Bulletin
Editor Beverly Lomosad of MEDIAPLUS VILLAGE has launched Newcomer Bulletin, a magazine designed to provide guidance to newcomers as they go about the process of starting a new life in Peterborough.  The magazine also features successful, longer‐term immigrants and uses their stories to inspire newcomers.  Visit www.newcomerbulletin.com or call 705-772-7172. 

Collins Barrow Kawarthas Announces New Manager
The regional chartered accountancy firm of Collins Barrow Kawarthas recently announced the addition of Scott Prins to its professional staff.  Prins has taken on the role of manager in the commercial department.  Prior to joining the firm, he served as partner at an accounting firm for 13 years.  He is a 1985 graduate of Wilfred Laurier University where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Economics.  Visit www.collinsbarrowkawarthas.com or you can call 705-742-3418.  

McColl Turner LLP Celebrates 65 Years
McColl Turner LLP celebrated their 65th year in business in 2011.  Established in 1946, McColl Turner LLP is now one of the largest public accounting firms in the Kawarthas.  Services offered include:  assurance and advisory, income and sales taxes, business valuations, financial planning, and management servides.  Visit www.mccollturner.com or call them at 705-743-5020.

Jean-Paul Struyven Opens French School
In January 2012 French college professor, Jean-Paul (J.P.) Struyven is opening a private school in the Peterborough Public Library, teaching 6 levels of French.  Classes run once a week, in the evening, for 12 weeks.  For more information, call 705-295-6806.  

Knights on Guard is Growing
Knights on Guard has announced the further growth of their Peterborough office.  They will be increasing their staff as they will be offering Alarm Response Services to a substantial alarm monitoring company.  Visit www.knightsonguard.com or you can call them at 705-742-9699.

TCP Accounting & Tax Services Expanding
Owner Gwyneth James recently purchased several hundred personal tax clients from a retiring accountant and will be hiring in the new year. In addition to tax preparation, TCP Accounting is also one of the largest bookkeeping and payroll service providers in the Kawarthas. Call them at 705-876-6011 or go to www.tcpaccounting.ca.

The Vincent Press Purchases Lazer Graphics
The Vincent Press recently announced the purchase of Lazer Graphics. Congratulations to John and Mary Carolyn Hart on 24 years of business success with Lazer Graphics, and to Andrew McCulloch and Vincent Press who acquire all of Lazer’s client history and files. Vincent recently completed a $2 million investment including a brand new press.  Visit www.vincentpress.com or you can also call 705-745-1342.

Magic Rolling Pin Offering Breakfast
The Magic Rolling Pin recently started serving breakfast. The menu reflects their lunch and tea menus with unique items like Five Star Benny, Chocolate Banana Bread French Toast and fruit crepes with ginger syrup. Full menu details are available at www.magicrollingpin.com or you can call 705-745-6556.

Charm Tree Toys
Charm Tree Toys is a new online toy store recently launched by Maren Fine. You’ll find over 70 toys for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, with a focus on award-winning toys. Maren will gift-wrap orders and offers free local deliver until the end of the year. Full details are online at www.charmtree.ca or call 705-799-7778.

Lindsay-Peterborough Movers & Storage Moves
Joby Lake and Dale Booth of Lindsay-Peterborough Movers & Storage have relocated to an 8000 sq ft office and warehouse at 935 Major Bennett Drive. A United Van Lines member, call 705-743-7241 or visit www.peterboroughmovers.com . 

New Name & Location for Rural Routes
Rural Routes – Peterboro Co-op is now Peterboro District Cooperative Services.  General Manager, Garth Stoner and his staff have moved from Lansdowne Street to their new location at 1057 Hwy 7 East.  You can call them at 705-745-4607.

All Green Ink Moves
Roger Chong has relocated his business, All Green Ink, to 266 Charlotte Street, Suite 194.  Visit www.allgreenink.ca or you can also call 705-761-8071. 

Curo
Curo is Sue Clifford’s new business. Sue offers accounting and bookkeeping, management support, financial reporting and analysis, payroll and training. Sue specializes in small business and not for profits, helping them stay on top of their financials, analyze operations, and save money. You can call her at 705-875-3534 or visit www.curoaccounting.com.

Mr. Lube Peterborough Re-Opens
Mr. Lube is open again. After 22 years at the corner of Lansdowne and Clonsilla Tom and Harley Jopling have moved the family business to 708 Lansdowne at High Street, right across from Lansdowne Place.  The building has undergone a massive renovation, and they are now open on Sundays.  You can reach the shop at 705-743-9407.

Skin Laser Clinic Introduces Two New Systems
One is called the Selphyl PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) system which is a natural facial filler. The second is called Exilis, a device for body contouring and skin tightening, and this is the first clinic in Canada.  Visit www.theskinlaserclinic.com or you can also call 705-775-3223.

New Representative at Tutor Doctor
Melissa Versteeg is the new representative for Tutor Doctor’s Peterborough location.  You can call her at 705-931-9229 or visit www.yourtutordoctor.com/jbrannon/about_us.

Peterborough CFDC Celebrates 25th Anniversary & New Community Partner
CFDC is celebrating their 25th anniversary and is now the official Community Partner for the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF).  CYBF is a national charity providing pre-launch coaching, business resources, start-up financing and mentoring to 18 – 34 year old entrepreneurs. Visit www.cybf.ca and if you are interested in volunteering approximately 3 hours per month you can contact Michelle Teasdale at CFDC 705-745-5434 or mteasdale@cdc.on.ca.

Emmatt Digital Solutions Launches Ballyhoo TV
Owners Kim Appleton and Chris Calbury have designed Ballyhoo TV, a flat-screen advertising system that allows you to target your information based on time of day, season, sales and promotions, educate your customers, and increase brand recognition with video, photos, text, real-time news headlines and more. You have full instant control of everything. Visit www.ballyhootv.com or you can call them at 705-750-0476.

CRD Retail Supplies
Owner Dorothy Rose has moved her business, CRD Retail Supplies, to its new location at 1057 Hwy 7 East, Unit 19.  Call 705-742-8447 or visit www.crdretail.com.

ICI Paints
ICI Paints is now called Dulux Paints.  John Roy and his staff are located at 39 George Street North.  You can call them at 705-745-6874.

Huffman Brothers Appliance Service. Ltd Moves
Huffman Brothers Appliance Service. Ltd recently moved from 1837 Lansdowne Street to 671 Erskine Avenue, Unit 109. Huffman's is a factory authorized appliance repair company and the new location will allow them to concentrate on service, parts and accessories all on one floor. They service most major brands and can fix refrigerators, freezers, ranges, dishwashers, microwaves, washer and dryers, air conditioners and more. Visit www.huffmansapplianceservice.ca or call 705-745-8186.

Higgins Hardwood Flooring Celebrates 70 Years & Opens New Showroom
Higgins Hardwood has opened a new showroom at 810 Rye Street. Higgins is in its 70th year specializing in the installation of new hardwood floors and the sanding and refinishing of existing hardwood. The new showroom will feature Mirage, Du Chateau and Continental Designs flooring and they are excited about the new Superior Flooring line which is milled here in Ontario.   You can call them at 705-745-8887 or visit www.higginsflooring.com.

Shish Kabob Hut, Kawartha Endodontics, and Traynor Beef Farms Recognized as EPIC Ventures
The Business Advisory centre at the GPAEDC recently launched their EPIC Ventures program, which recognizes the small business community for their contribution to economic growth, quality of life and creative business opportunities. As one of the first recipients, Shish Kabob Hut owner Don Vasiliadis was recognized for his tireless volunteer work, and the business for its sponsorships and environmental initiatives.  Shish Kabob Hut can be reached at 705-745-3260 or visit www.skhpeterborough.com.