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| Brett Wallace, Ice Cream Oasis | ||
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 | Success Stories 2004 |
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Summer Company 2004 proved once again to be a rewarding experience for the Renfrew County students in the program. The program allowed each of these students to provide work for themselves over the summer where otherwise they might not have found employment. There were many lessons learned where each of the students were concerned. The most valuable one being the time and commitment involved in running a business. The success of Summer Company could not have been realized without the participation of the mentors, for the expertise and advice they brought to these Young Entrepreneurs. |
| Brandon Jankes Firewood | |
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 | When the snow is flying in January, and it is –20 degrees and you are grabbing that log to throw in the fireplace or woodstove, you may not realize the work involved in getting that log to your house. If Brandon Janke has his way, he wants to be the individual who supplies you with this natural source of heat.
Although only going into... [read more] |
| MAC DVDs | |
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 | Are you one of those people who like to share your family home movies with friends and relatives who live far away but never get around to it? Have you recently invested money in a new DVD player and looking for something to watch? Then there is a new business in Deep River that may help you.
Jim MacDonald, a recent graduate of Mackenzie... [read more] |
| Bikini Cups Cafe | |
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 | Want a hot cup of coffee with a great big smile? Or are you looking for a refreshing ice cream cone on a hot sunny day? Perhaps some pastries will get you through the long lazy summer afternoons? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then there is a new coffee shop in Renfrew County that is ready to take your order!
Bikini cups... [read more] |
| Pauls Worms | |
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 | Do you enjoy fishing? Renfrew County is blessed with over 900 fresh water lakes and five major rivers that offer numerous spots to drop a line and enjoy the tranquility of fishing. Many people have their own favourite forms of bait and lures to attract the fish. If you like the old fashioned method of hooking a worm on your line, then Paul... [read more] |
| Phils Stones and Designs | |
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 | There is nothing worse than tripping over a loose stone or pavement on a walkway or patio. Not only is it an eyesore, but it can also cause a person to trip and get injured. Many people take great pride in maintaining a patio or walkway, but they do not have the expertise to complete the restoration. If you are one of these people, and want to... [read more] |
| Frog Pond Design | |
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 | It is not very often that one associates traditional farms and agriculture with the world of advanced technology and Internet marketing. Farming is one of the last sectors of our economy that does not rely on a cellphone, blackberry, or a number of other high-tech gadgets that are supposed to increase the efficiency of business. That is not to say... [read more] |
