RENFREW COUNTY (Pembroke) — On Thursday, July 4th, a group of eager young entrepreneurs gathered to meet with Enterprise Renfrew County staff and business community mentors for the official launch of the 2019 Summer Company Program.
Seven students from across the Ottawa Valley were successful in earning a Summer Company award to run their own business during the summer. The Summer Company Program is funded by the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade for students aged 15-29 and is delivered by Enterprise Renfrew County.
Summer Company 2019 student entrepreneurs are:
Tyson Davidson is the owner of Tyson’s Wood Designs located in Laurentian Valley. Tyson mixes the old with the new and creates unique items for your home, cottage and garden. Tyson takes custom orders and can be reached at 613-732-3920 or
[email protected]
Kelly Ding is the owner of KD Creations located in Deep River. Kelly creates personalized artwork using a variety of mediums in addition to creating various craft items. Contact Kelly at 343-369-6390 or
[email protected].
Heidi Duchrow is the owner of Heidi’s Happy Paws located in Laurentian Valley. Heidi grooms dogs and cats from small to large. You can contact Heidi at 613-585-3153 or
[email protected]
Faith Ebert operates Faith Anne Art & Portraits located in Renfrew. Faith offers hand drawn pencil sketches of your beloved pets. Faith can be contacted at 613-432-0488 or [email protected]
Dorian Pearce is the owner of Dpearceproductions located in Whitewater Region. Dorian offers: event production, sound, DJ, lighting and entertainment for all types of events. Contact Dorian at 613-401-2516 or
[email protected]
Lucas Rosandic is the owner of MaLu Woodworks located in Brudenell, Lyndoch & Raglan. Lucas makes various items from wood: plaques, buttons, necklaces and bow ties that can be found at local markets and craft shows. You can contact Lucas at 613-717-3447 or
[email protected]
Courtney Smith operates Mad Dogs located in Madawaska Valley and her hot dog stand is located at 19431 Opeongo Line, Barry’s Bay. Courtney offers steamed hot dogs, meal combos, cold drinks and chips. You can contact Courtney at 613-602-0626.
The Summer Company Program has guided over 134 young entrepreneurs to business success in Renfrew County and has proven itself to be an extremely worthwhile training program for students who want to build their own businesses and develop entrepreneurial skills.
For more information you can visit their website.
