Business Development Seminar

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The primary purpose of the BDS is to assist entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary information to form a solid foundation for their business and increase their awareness of the personal, financial, and social risks of becoming self-employed

Programs and services delivered by CBDCs may vary by region.

BDS Application BILINGUAL fillable copy

Presentation Summaries and Bios

2026-2027 BDS-ADA Schedule

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February 15, 2024

CBDC Ambitions magazine wins silver at Canadian Online Publishing Awards

The CBDC magazine Ambitions recently won big at the Canadian Online Publishing Awards, held in Toronto on February 8, 2024.

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November 28, 2023

Press Release – Women in Business New Brunswick Celebrates 20 Years of Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

For 20 years, Women in Business New Brunswick has been empowering women to launch, grow, and lead successful businesses.

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October 23, 2023

CBDC Péninsule acadienne Award Winners

CBDC Péninsule acadienne proudly celebrates the achievements of two outstanding prize winners honored at its October 19 banquet in Caraquet.

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September 19, 2023

Made with Local – Winner of the Atlantic Business Award of Distinction

Among strong regional contenders, Made with Local stood out to claim the 2024 Atlantic Business Award of Distinction, presented by the Atlantic Association of CBDCs.

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Business Atlantic

Looking to buy or sell a business? Business Atlantic connects potential buyers and sellers with established businesses for sale across the Atlantic region. Let Business Atlantic be the beginning of your entrepreneurial journey or your succession plan.

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CBDC Ambitions

Ambitions is the CBDC bilingual magazine launched in the spring of 2023 with the website following in the fall. Our powerhouse network of 41 Community Business Development Corporations, along with 4 Associations are proud to share the client testimonials in Ambitions which, in turn, tell our story, who we are, and what we do.

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Let us help you grow and thrive.

We offer tailored financing, expert business advice, and practical support to help your business succeed. Whether you’re starting, expanding, or innovating, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Let’s discuss how we can elevate your business together.

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