New groomer opens
Elite Paws: New pet business is located on McDonnel St.
Elite Paws Grooming recently opened at 382 McDonnel St. in Peterborough, in the Aviemore Plaza. Owner Kristina Furnandiz offers a full service professional pet grooming salon that specializes in dogs requiring special attention.
With over 10 years of experience with both cats and dogs of all breeds, Kristina can handle anything and everything. Open Tuesday through Saturday by appointment, call 705-875-0585, or find Elite Paws Grooming on Facebook.
Mental health
Former teacher and Trent Lakes resident Melda Roache Clark has launched a speaking business, talking to groups about mental health, depression, child sexual abuse and body image. Sharing her personal journey with the audience, Melda relates how these issues have affected her life and how she has managed to carve out a new path with support from family, friends, colleagues and health professionals.
Visit www.meldaroacheclark.com or call (705) 928-2992.
E-connect event
The Innovation Cluster’s upcoming e-Connect event will feature Michele Romanow, Canadian tech entrepreneur, investor and recent dragon on the Dragon’s Den. E-Connect is a monthly forum that connects Peterborough’s entrepreneurs and start-ups with mentors, investors and advisors. The event runs Oct.30 from 7 – 9.30 at Market Hall and there is no charge. Details at innovationcluster.ca
One-day retreat
Pamela Van Nest is a certified professional coach specializing in selfcompassion for women. She started PVN Self-Compassion Coaching four years ago and serves women in business through retreats, workshops and individual coaching sessions.
Pamela is leading a one day retreat on Oct. 29 at Golden Pathways, just south of Peterborough. To register call 705-917-0461 or visit pvncoaching.com
Global angel
And congratulations to Global Angel Charitable Organization on being chosen as one of the official charities able to participate in the Scotiabank Waterfront Marathon on Oct. 22 For details visit globalangelcharity.com.