Growing Pictou County, one story at a time.

On this episode of the Pictou County Partnership's "Growing Pictou County, one story at a time", we are joined by Wes Surrett, Chief Operations Officer at IGNITE Atlantic . Wes shares how his experience in hospitality and love for rural Nova Scotia led to a vibrant career supporting startups and innovation in Pictou County. From his work championing entrepreneurs at IGNITE to co-foun...

In this episode of Growing Pictou County , we sit down with Amanda Simmons, the creative force behind Asimmetrical. Amanda shares how her love for crafting evolved into a business featuring hand-painted jewelry and art. She talks about about the inspiration behind her subtle pride designs, the challenges of running a business, and the importance of staying true to her artistic vision. Tune in to h...

🌍❤️ From South Africa 🇿🇦 to Pictou County 🇨🇦! This week on Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time, we sit down with Stacey and Buhle Dlamini, a couple whose love story crossed the Atlantic and flourished in our community. Now, they are raising their family while making a difference through their work with The Salvation Army - Pictou County. Tune in to hear their journey, their passion for com...

In this episode of “ Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time” , Sarah Santos and Colleen Proudfoot from the Pictou County Partnership chat with Anushka Sirinivas , who moved from Sri Lanka to Pictou County. Anushka shares how his childhood dream of moving to Canada guided him through challenges and triumphs—from working in the hospitality industry around the world to building his own businesses...

In this episode of "Growing Pictou County, One Story at aTime" , we welcome Carissa Ainslie , founder of The Meadows Retreat and Creative Space in rural Pictou County. Discover how Carissa transformed a rural property into a hub for artists, fostering community and creativity along the way. As the first Rainbow Registered business in Pictou County,The Meadows is committed to inclusivity and amplif...

In this episode of Growing Pictou County, One Story at aTime , we sit down with Willow Harrison and Tom Emmott, the owners of Little Gull Bistro in New Glasgow. Discover how they brought their culinary vision tolife by championing local ingredients and local suppliers. Willow and Tom share their experiences of starting a restaurant, building strong partnerships with local farmers, and the incredib...

In this episode of Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time , we sit down with Sarah Santos , the Community Connections Coordinator at the Pictou County Partnership. Originally from Brazil , Sarah moved to Pictou County over five years ago. Now, she uses her own experiences to welcome and support newcomers , helping them integrate and build connections in the community. Tune in to hear her journ...

This week on Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time , we welcome Nicole LeBlanc , Project Navigator for Healthy Pictou County . This local initiative plays a vital role in attracting and retaining medical staff and students in our region, ensuring our community continues to grow and thrive. Tune in to learn more about their work, the impact of healthcare recruitment, and how New to the Crew ev...

In this week's episode, we are joined by John Ashton , owner of Ashton Creative Design and a dedicated local historian. John shares how adaptability and perseverance have shaped his career, tracing his journey from freelance graphic designer to historian and published author. He discusses the evolution of his business, the creation of the Pictou County poster series, and his deep passion for local...

In this episode of Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time , we welcome Rohan Mishra , who moved from India 🇮🇳 to Canada and, after completing his Master's Degree in New Brunswick , made Pictou County his home. Now working as the Environmental and Sustainability Lead for the Town of New Glasgow , Rohan is passionate about engaging the community in environmental initiatives, including the Ne...

This week on Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time , Becky Cowen , Director of Immigration and Community Integration at the Pictou County Partnership , joins us to discuss an exciting milestone: Pictou County’s selection to participate in Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) Rural Community Immigration Pilot . 🌍 In this episode, Becky explains what the pilot program means f...

In this episode of "Growing Pictou County, one story at a time", we’re talking all things collectibles with Victoria from Henry’s Hut in New Glasgow! She shares the story behind her shop, which offers everything from trading cards to gaming consoles, and how she built her business while balancing family life. We discuss the power of shopping local, the challenges of running a small busin...

This week on Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time , we’re joined by Sarah and Atma Maharaj , who moved with their family from Ontario to Pictou County a few years ago and have made it their home. Atma moved to Canada from  Trinidad and Tobago  as a child and met Sarah in college in Ontario. A few years ago, they settled in Pictou County, where they’ve embraced the value of volunteering and c...

This special compilation episode brings together inspiring stories from previous episodes featuring participants of the ELEVATE Program. Hear directly from local entrepreneurs about how the program helped them validate and grow their businesses, collaborate with other local businesses, and find new opportunities. Featured Guests: - Jeff Parker, Parker’s Barn - Carey Allan, Groovy Little Gift Shop...

It’s time for another episode of Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time , brought to you by the Pictou County Partnership! 🎙️ This week, we’re joined by Oksana Sichkar, who moved from Ukraine to Pictou County two years ago with her family. Combining her passion for books, her experience as a University Professor of Literature in Ukraine, and her current role as an Educational Assistant here in...

Join us on “Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time” with Carissa Ainslie, Executive Director of Creative Pictou County. Carissa tells us about their new space at the DeCoste Performing Arts Centre and the vital role art plays in our community. Hear Carissa share more about how the creative sector supports wellness, strengthens our local economy, helps build a vibrant tourism region, and enrich...

Over the past three weeks, our radio partner 989XFM aired a special compilation of some of our best moments from Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time in 2024. 🎙️ We’re excited to bring those three episodes to Spotify so you can revisit the inspiring stories of newcomers who’ve chosen Pictou County as their home. 🌍🏡 A huge shoutout to Ann MacGregor for jumping into this project with creativ...

Over the past three weeks, our radio partner 989XFM aired a special compilation of some of our best moments from Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time in 2024. 🎙️ We’re excited to bring those three episodes to Spotify so you can revisit the inspiring stories of newcomers who’ve chosen Pictou County as their home. 🌍🏡 A huge shoutout to Ann MacGregor for jumping into this project with creativ...

Over the past three weeks, our radio partner 989XFM aired a special compilation of some of our best moments from Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time in 2024. 🎙️ We’re excited to bring those three episodes to Spotify so you can revisit the inspiring stories of newcomers who’ve chosen Pictou County as their home. 🌍🏡 A huge shoutout to Ann MacGregor for jumping into this project with creativ...

In this episode of '"Growing Pictou County, one story at a time," Wade Tibbo, CEO of the Pictou County Partnership, reflects on key highlights from the past year, including: 💼 $3M+ in payroll in the local economy through job creation and retention efforts 🌍 61 newcomers and their families welcomed to Pictou County. 💸 $8M+ in funding applications submitted for local non-profits. 👶 $4M+ annual e...

It’s time for another episode of Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time , brought to you by the Pictou County Partnership! 🌟 This week, we’re joined by Sue MacIntosh , one of the founders of Pictou County Safe Harbour —a volunteer-driven, non-profit refugee sponsorship society. Sue shares how Safe Harbour provides newcomers with a warm welcome and connects them to the resources they need to a...

Listen into this episode of “Growing Pictou County, one story at a time” featuring Michelle Ferris, Executive Director, Aberdeen Health Foundation, who shares more about the impact of the Aberdeen Health Foundation and its support to population health in our community. Hear Michelle talk about “Health” as part of our everyday. Episodes originally air on Thursday mornings on 98.9 XFM.

It’s time for another episode of Growing Pictou County, One Story at a Time , brought to you by the Pictou County Partnership! 🌟 This week, we sit down with Aleksandra Trajkovic , who journeyed from Serbia 🇷🇸, lived in different parts of the world and Canada, and now calls Scotsburn, Pictou County, her home. 🏡 Aleksandra is an “End of Life Doula,” supporting individuals, families, and communitie...

This episode of “ Growing Pictou County, one story at a time” welcomes a repeat guest! Kristi Russell returns to chat with us about her new venture - Watervale Springs Retreat. Discover how Kristi and her husband transformed a piece of land into a serene getaway featuring three stunning tiny-home-style cabins nestled in Salt Springs. Hear about their focus on supporting local businesses, creating...

In this episode of Growing Pictou County , we sit down with Jeff Parker of Parker’s Barn in Hopewell, recent winner of the Small Business of the Year Award at the 2024 Pictou County Chamber’s Business Achievement Awards. Jeff shares the inspiring story of transforming his family’s livestock barn into a bustling event venue, his entrepreneurial family and his participation in the Pictou County Part...