CBDC Cumberland

09/01/2026

08/26/2026

What do you do when your lobster boat sits idle for half the year?

For Matthew Melanson, the answer became Adventure Bay Whale Watch Company. What started as a simple idea has grown into an unforgettable Bay of Fundy experience, where visitors from around the world come face-to-face with humpback whales and leave with memories they'll never forget.

Read how Matt teamed up with CBDC Digby-Clare to bring this business to life.

https://cbdc.ca/stories/adventure-bay-whale-watching-company/

08/19/2026

🍂 Grow Your Business With Our Free Fall 2026 Virtual Workshops! 🍂

Our Fall 2026 workshop lineup is here! From budgeting and bookkeeping to AI, websites, Instagram, customer experience and more, we have a great selection of practical workshops designed to help small business owners build their skills, explore new ideas, and strengthen their businesses.

📅 SEPTEMBER WORKSHOPS
▪️ Booking Integrations for Service-Based Businesses – Sept 9 @ 12 PM
▪️ Market Research Using AI – Sept 23 @ 10 AM

📅 OCTOBER WORKSHOPS
▪️ Business Budgeting Basics – Oct 7 @ 1 PM
▪️ Start-up: Cutting Through the Red Tape – Oct 14 @ 1 PM
▪️ Bookkeeping Tips and Considerations – Oct 21 @ 1 PM

📅 NOVEMBER WORKSHOPS
▪️ 90-Minute Website Check-up – Nov 4 @ 10 AM
▪️ Instagram for Business – Nov 18 @ 10 AM

📅 DECEMBER WORKSHOP
▪️ Mapping Your Customer's Journey – Dec 2 @ 10 AM

💡 All workshops are FREE, virtual, and designed with small business owners in mind.

Whether there’s one topic that catches your eye or you want to join us throughout the fall, these sessions are a great opportunity to gain practical knowledge you can put to work in your business.

👉 Secure your spot today: https://setraining.ca/

08/12/2026

🤖 AI Essentials for Business — Cumberland County

FREE Workplace Training Opportunity!

Would you or your employees like to learn how to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) more effectively in the workplace?

We’re exploring the possibility of offering AI Essentials for Business through the Workplace Education Initiative (WEI) in Cumberland County — at no cost to participants.

This course is an opportunity to learn about AI and explore practical ways it can be used in the workplace — whether you’re new to AI or already experimenting with tools such as ChatGPT.

📍 Cumberland County
💻 AI Essentials for Business
💰 FREE — no cost to participants
👥 Open to interested employees and employers
📅 Dates and schedule to be determined based on interest

This is an expression of interest, not a confirmed course registration. We’re gathering interest now to determine whether there is enough local participation to schedule a course.

📧 Interested?

If you or your employees would be interested in participating, or if you’d simply like more information, email:
[email protected]

05/25/2026

🌟 Strengthen Your Business With These June Workshops! 🌟

This June, join us for two practical workshops designed to help you protect your cash flow and confidently navigate challenging conversations. Whether you’re tightening up your payment processes or strengthening your communication skills, these sessions will equip you with tools you can use immediately in your business.

WORKSHOP 1 – Collections and Getting Paid
Getting paid shouldn’t be the hardest part of running a business — but for many entrepreneurs, it is. This practical workshop takes a clear, straightforward look at accounts receivable, credit, and collections. You’ll learn how to set strong A/R and credit policies, decide when to extend credit or require deposits, and determine when payment terms should be included in a contract.

We’ll also cover what to do when customers don’t pay, including professional collection options and how technology can help automate and streamline the process. Packed with real-world guidance and common pitfalls to avoid, this session will help you protect your cash flow with confidence.

📅 Date: June 3rd, 2026
🕒 Time: 10 AM (90 minutes)
🎤 Facilitated by: Debi Peverill
💰 Cost: FREE

WORKSHOP 2 – Difficult Conversations
Navigating challenging conversations is essential for entrepreneurial success. This interactive online workshop is designed to help business owners identify different types of difficult conversations and customers, develop a practical plan for effective communication, and master The Feedback Formula. You’ll learn how to create a clear conversation plan, understand the importance of follow-up, and gain the confidence to handle tough discussions in ways that lead to growth and positive outcomes.

📅 Date: June 10th, 2026
🕒 Time: 10 AM (90 minutes)
🎤 Facilitated by: Bernice Williams
💰 Cost: FREE

💡 Don’t miss these opportunities to strengthen your communication skills and protect your bottom line.

👉 Register now for one or both workshops: https://setraining.ca/

05/22/2026

CBDC is set up for the Home Show this weekend at the Amherst Stadium. Stop in and see us if you are thinking of starting or expanding your small business.