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LaSalle scientist creates treats for the whole family
Posted on Monday, March 01, 2021 09:01 AM
Owner and baker Mary Draper of Mary's Mindful Bakehouse at her business in LaSalle.
A local pharmaceutical scientist turned entrepreneur has transformed her science background into a dietary conscious business with LaSalle’s newest bakery.
Mary’s Mindful BakeHouse is a family run bakery on 805 Front Rd. in LaSalle. Owner and baker Mary Draper and her family found that there was a need in the market for dietary inclusive treats.
Among the varieties of sweets and breads offered, customers won’t...
February 2021 Newsletter
Posted on Monday, February 01, 2021 09:49 AM
Read the February 2021 newsletter to catch up on news, opportunities and events from the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Centre.
What's new?
- Established small business goes digital with women-led business funding
- New businesses to check out
- News about...

From bricks to clicks: retailer goes digital with women-led business funding
Posted on Monday, February 01, 2021 09:00 AM
Sisters Jackie McCreary, Geri Maisonneuve and Paulette Kupnicki own From the Heart card and gift shop on Ottawa Street in Windsor.
Women owned small businesses are disproportionally affected by COVID-19. The pandemic has severely hampered industries such as retail, hospitality and personal services — sectors where women entrepreneurs are overrepresented. RE3: Rebuild, Reopen, Revive is a program helping women-led businesses to sustain and grow their operations during these challenging times.
RE3...

2020 Q4 Report
Posted on Friday, January 01, 2021 11:00 AM
This report highlights business development accomplishments in the fourth quarter of 2020 and provides an overview of regional economic development interactions. Through these and other activities, the team focuses on four key areas: Business...

Entrepreneur hopes to spark optimism through Stay Golden grant
Posted on Friday, January 01, 2021 09:00 AM
Markie Tuckett, owner of Timber + Plumb Kitchens and Cabinetry.
While 2020 was a year full of surprises and challenges for many small businesses, one Windsor startup has come out stronger.
Markie Tuckett, owner of Timber + Plumb Kitchens and Cabinetry...