Petawawa Business

06/09/2026

We now have window clings available for local businesses to promote shopping in Petawawa!

These window clings are available at no cost to commercial businesses in the Town of Petawawa. The large window clings are approximately 11" by 3" and can be picked up for FREE from the Town Hall building at 1111 Victoria Street or dropped off at your business location. To arrange delivery, please email the Town's Economic Development Coordinator Rudy Kadlec at [email protected] or call 613-687-5536 ext. 2057.

There is a limited quantity available so reach out today! Smaller stickers are also available if interested. Show your support for local business and help encourage residents to !

Together, we can promote local shopping, support local businesses, and keep our community thriving.

06/08/2026

Over the past two weeks, we were pleased to welcome medical students from Queen’s University and the University of Ottawa to our community as part of Medical Learners Community Week.

As part of the experience, a guided ATV ride was organized to highlight the exceptional quality of life our region has to offer. Students travelled along the scenic Algonquin Trail, an opportunity made possible through the support of local volunteers, staff, physicians, and community partners.

Thank you to the Laurentian Valley 50+ Fit and Feisty group, the Renfrew County ATV Club, Snow Country Snowmobile Region – OFSC District 6, and Keymac Motorsports for generously sharing their time, equipment, and expertise. Your contributions helped create a memorable and meaningful experience for visiting learners.

The journey began at Hugli’s Blueberry Ranch and included a stop at the Petawawa River Bridge, where students were welcomed with a non-alcoholic beverage provided by Dog House Brewing Company. On the return to Pembroke, the group enjoyed a sweet stop at River Run Treats along Pembroke’s waterfront.

We also extend sincere thanks to the physicians, staff, volunteers, and partners at Pembroke Regional Hospital and the Petawawa Centennial Family Health Centre for their ongoing commitment to strengthening healthcare across our communities.

Physician recruitment is a true collective effort, and initiatives like this highlight the power of partnership in showcasing the strength, hospitality, and lifestyle our region has to offer.

05/22/2026

The next generation of local entrepreneurs had their products on display at the Petawawa Container Market today! Over 30 student led businesses from Champlain and Valour schools were represented at the Entrepreneurs for Change event.

05/20/2026

New commercial leasing opportunity coming to Petawawa!

Retail B is a newly planned commercial development located along Petawawa Boulevard. The development will be anchored by a national gas station chain and drive-thru franchise, with additional proposed retail and restaurant spaces.

Businesses looking to expand or establish a presence in Petawawa are encouraged to explore this exciting opportunity.

Learn more and view the proposed site plan here:
https://petawawa.ca/retail-b-petawawa-for-lease/

For leasing inquiries, please contact Sam Kahlon at 647-205-7437 or [email protected]

05/20/2026

Apply for funding to help bring your business online! Through the retail modernization project grant, businesses can receive up to $5,000 in non-repayable funding to cover eligible hardware and software such as modern point-of-sale systems, RFID scanners and CRM tools for tracking customer loyalty.

Ontario is expanding support to help small businesses adopt digital and AI technologies.

Through the province’s Digital Competence Centre, Ontario is investing an additional $5M to help businesses modernize operations, boost productivity and stay competitive.

Learn more: https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1007481/ontario-investing-5-million-to-help-small-businesses-adopt-digital-technologies

05/20/2026

Register for free to learn more about Google Ads and how it can help bring in more customers to your business. To register visit: https://www.enterpriserenfrewcounty.com/workshops-events

We are finishing strong with our Digital Discovery Series and excited to welcome Jennifer Baker from JBC 🎉

Do you want your business to show up when people search on Google Ads? This beginner-friendly webinar will walk you through what Google Ads are, how it works within search results, and how businesses use it to connect with potential customers online. You’ll also learn about the key components of a campaign, like keywords and ad structure, and gain a clear understanding of the first steps to create and run your own Google Ads campaigns, along with what to expect once you begin advertising.

To register visit: https://www.enterpriserenfrewcounty.com/workshops-events

Hosted by Enterprise Renfrew County in partnership with Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation . Sponsored by the Town of Petawawa, Township of Laurentian Valley , Northern Credit Union , Perri-Rae Boell, Perri-Rae Boell & Associates Inc. Cooperators, and City of Pembroke, delivered in partnership with the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario ). This webinar is delivered locally by Enterprise Renfrew County and funded in partnership with the Ontario Government .

05/19/2026

Happening this week at the Petawawa Container Market! Stop by on Friday to support the next generation of entrepreneurs in our community. The Entrepreneurs for Change event takes place from 11am to 2pm.

05/14/2026

The Petawawa Civic Centre will be packed with activity and vendors on June 3-4 as the AORS municipal road show comes to Town.

05/13/2026

Congratulations to Dante and the entire team at Dante’s Delicatessen for celebrating their grand opening with an official ribbon cutting this morning!

Members of Council, along with representatives from Petawawa Business Advisory Network, joined the celebration ahead of a busy lunch rush.

You’ll find Dante’s in the Victoria Centre plaza at 1011 Victoria Street in Petawawa. Stop by for lunch favourites like sandwiches, subs, BLTs, and chicken parm — or grab some deli products, steaks, salads, and more to take home!

Open 11am-8pm, Monday to Saturday and closed on Sundays.

05/08/2026

Hell or High Water takes over the Petawawa River tomorrow! Come watch elite paddlers take on the fast paced rapids.

💥 SPECTATORS — THIS IS YOUR INVITE 💥
The river is raging. The lines are fast. And the paddlers? They’re bringing everything they’ve got.
🚣‍♂️🚣‍♀️ Saturday, May 9 — Hell or High Water 15 hits the Petawawa River 🚣‍♀️🚣‍♂️
Come watch elite paddlers charge through powerful rapids in a full-throttle race of speed, precision, and pure adrenaline. This isn’t just a race , it’s a front-row seat to controlled chaos.
🔥 Best time to catch the action: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 🔥
This is when the river is busiest, the races are stacked, and the energy is at its peak.
Bring your crew. Find your spot. Cheer loud. 🌊🔥
🔥 WHEN TO WATCH & WHERE TO STAND 🔥
🔹 10:30–12:30 — Short Course Races
📍 Best viewing: Rail & walking bridge along the Algonquin Trail
🔹 12:30 — SUP Boater Cross (Mass Start)
📍 Best viewing: Main Petawawa Bridge or above Lovers Rapid
🔹 1:00 — Main Boater Cross
📍 Best viewing: Lovers Rapid or Catwalk Rapid
🔹 1:00–3:30 — Long Course Races
📍 Best viewing: Rail bridge or Lovers Rapid
🎶 Lovers Rapid = THE place to be
Music, live MC, and constant action all day long.
🅿️ PARKING MADE EASY
📍 Railroad Viewing: Park along Portage → walk in via Algonquin Trail
📍 Lovers Rapid: Town Hall lot → easy access + elevated views
⚠️ KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
🌧️ Current forecast is calling for rain in the morning with milder temps
→ This means wet, slippery rocks along the river — take your time and watch your footing
💧 Bring water + dress for the weather
🚫 Respect safety crews — this is powerful, fast-moving water
🌟 MAKE A DAY OF IT — CENTENNIAL PARK 🌟
Between races, swing through Centennial Park for the action, the community, and more to explore.
This is one of those days where the whole community shows up, racers, families, first-timers, and river lovers all in one place.
Come feel the energy. Cheer from the shoreline. Be part of it.
🌊🔥 Hell or High Water 15, it’s on!
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