PropertyGuys.com Welcomes a Record Number of 18 New Locations in 2024! 

In 2024, PropertyGuys.com celebrated the opening of 18 new locations across Canada and the U.S.! PropertyGuys.com is empowering homeowners and entrepreneurs and is ready to keep growing in 2025. We are proud to see such innovation brewing right here from Moncton, NB! For the full article, read below.  

Meet the Co-Winner of the Innovate & Elevate Pitch Competition! 🎉 

A huge congratulations to Aaliyah Lahai, founder of Gaamai Hair and a member of our Garage Program! Representing New Brunswick, Aaliyah captivated the judges with her innovative approach to sustainable hair care, showcasing both creativity and passion. Her hard work and dedication have truly set her apart, and we are so excited and proud to see Gaamai Hair continue to thrive and inspire others in the entrepreneurial world.  

We also want to congratulate Shacharouna Gordon, founder of Boonoonoonoos, for her incredible pitch highlighting Jamaican culture through vibrant cuisine. Well done to both winners on this amazing achievement!  

Tribe Offers $5,000 Consulting Advisory Services Grant 

Tribe’s grant aims to strengthen Black-owned businesses in Atlantic Canada by providing access to expert guidance designed to foster growth, expand customer bases, and support scaling efforts, the organization announced.  

Black entrepreneurs and businesses that qualify can receive specialized consulting assistance for specific initiatives. Tribe Network will cover consulting fees of up to $5,000 per project, with payments made directly to the consultant once a clear project plan and signed agreement are in place. For more information / to apply, click on the button.  

Innovation Champions – Masitek  

Masitek is revolutionizing production line management with their cutting-edge real-time impact detection technology. By offering tools to detect unseen damage, send instant alerts for impact and vibration issues, and prevent costly downtime, they help manufacturers maintain peak efficiency. Masitek’s solutions extend equipment lifespan, reduce production delays, and protect profitability through proactive monitoring. If you’re looking to streamline operations and safeguard your bottom line, Masitek’s expertise can make a significant difference. 

Innovation Champions – BMM Testlabs  

Innovation is at the heart of Moncton’s vibrant tech community! BMM Testlabs’ Center of Excellence is setting the standard in quality assurance and test automation for the gaming industry. Their dedication to excellence helps customers bring products to market faster while ensuring unmatched safety, security, and performance.  
 
Check out their story in INNOVATE Canada to see how they champion innovation and drive growth in the industry! 👇 

Venn & 2024 Fill the Bus Campaign

Venn is proud to participate in the 2024 Fill the Bus Campaign— a community initiative supporting School Breakfast Programs and local food banks within the Anglophone East School District. This campaign, running from November 25th to December 31st, ensures students have access to nutritious meals and families receive the support they need. We’re excited to contribute by hosting a food drive and encouraging our network to join us in making a meaningful impact! From the moment you read this until Dec. 18th, drop by our location at the Junction (770 St. George Blvd) and drop off some nonperishable food items! All items will be going directly to the Anglophone East School District who will pass on donations to local food banks. Let’s support our community together! 

You can also make an online donation at the link below! 

NBIF Startup Investment Fund

Are you an early-stage startup based out of New Brunswick looking for investment? NBIF provides up to $200,000 of pre-seed investment and a variety of other benefits and discounted services for eligible New Brunswick companies. To find out more, click the button.   

SENB Connector Program

Did you know there is a program that helps newcomers, immigrants, and recent graduates in Southeastern New Brunswick connect with potential employers or influential leaders within your industry? The Connector Program matches job seekers to industry professionals who facilitate the growth of their Conectee’s professional network. Sounds interesting? To become a Connector like our CEO, Doug Robertson, and our Community Management Lead, André, or to become a Connectee, click the button below.  

Civic Tech Moncton

Every Tuesday, 6:00 - 8:00 PM @ the Junction by Venn (770 St George Blvd)

Civic Tech Moncton joins Civic Tech Fredericton and Civic Tech Saint John to serve as the connective tissue between citizens, non-profit organizations, government innovators and the tech community. We facilitate knowledge sharing and work collaboratively to build digital tools or simply provide technical advice to our non-profit sector. 

Tribe Network Event at ConnexionWorks in Saint John and Planet Hatch in Fredericton

Dec. 4 & Dec. 5 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Tribe Network, the Halifax-based support organization for BIPOC entrepreneurs, is holding two networking sessions in New Brunswick next week. They are: 

Tribe at ConnexionWorks in Saint John, Dec 4, 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Register here. 

Tribe at Planet Hatch in Fredericton, Dec 5, 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Register here. 

Webinar | Immigration / Permanent Residency: Tips & Tricks to Increase Your PR Eligibility 

Dec. 12 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (AST)

Achieving the goal of Permanent Residency is competitive. How can you improve your chances? Join McInnes Cooper Immigration Lawyers Meghan Felt and Kim Collier for a virtual roundtable conversation about tips and tricks to help you increase your Permanent Residency eligibility. Click on the button to register. 

Moncton Tech Hive Meetup: Building a Self-Driving RC with TensorFlow Raspberry Pi 

Dec. 13 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | @ The Junction by Venn (770 St. George Boulevard)

For this month’s meetup, Moncton Tech Hive is welcoming Michael Go, Developer at Shopify for a talk on building a self-driving RC with TensorFlow Raspberry Pi. Join Moncton Tech Hive for this exciting talk, followed by a social hour! For more information about the event, click the button below. 

WBNB Learning Lounge – Accounting 

Jan. 22 [EN], Jan. 23 [FR] | 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Women In Business is presenting Learning Lounge, a webinar series is designed to offer concrete support and innovative solutions, helping you navigate and thrive in your entrepreneurial journey. Join WBNB for our fourth round of sessions, "Accounting" to hear from WBNB and their special guests on diverse panel. Click the link below to register