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Meet Hailu Lockyer, founder of Durham Psychotherapy Services🧠

Durham Psychotherapy Services, founded by Hailu Lockyer, has been helping individuals in Durham Region find healing and resilience since 2015. Their team of Registered Psychotherapists offers compassionate, evidence-based care for mental health challenges, addiction recovery, and spiritual well-being, all in a safe, welcoming space.

When Hailu wanted to take her practice to the next level, she turned to the Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD). With BACD’s guidance, Durham Psychotherapy Services rebuilt its digital presence, making it easier for people to find the support they need. BACD also connected Hailu with local business networks, helping her integrate more deeply into the community and grow strategically.

📍 Located in Courtice, Ontario
🌐 Learn more: https://durhamtalktherapy.com

💬 Your journey to healing starts here. Connect with Durham Psychotherapy Services today!

BACD Referral Partner 👉 Matt Longo, A R Business Brokers

Matt Longo brings over 15 years of professional experience in sales, business development, and strategic planning. Licensed in real estate and holding a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Matt combines his educational background with a proven ability to build strong client relationships and deliver tailored solutions. He has extensive experience managing budgets, leading complex projects, and working with diverse clients, along with hands-on experience in real estate investing, equipping him to navigate the intricacies of business transitions with precision and care.

A R Business Brokers is an award-winning business brokerage and M&A advisory firm headquartered in Toronto, serving entrepreneurs across Ontario and Canada. Led by a team of experienced professionals with deep, multi-industry expertise, Aldrin Business Brokers help business owners successfully buy, sell, and transition companies with confidence.

Learn more and connect with Matt here: https://www.bacd.ca/referrals/ar-business-brokers/

Grand Opening Alert: Congratulations Biscuits To Baskets 🎉🍪

BACD client, Biscuits to Baskets, had their grand opening at their new location in Ajax over the weekend. The frigid cold temperatures did not stop people, that includes us, from lining up outside for a chance to indulge in their wide selection of baked and specialty coffee choices.

Congratulations to Suzanne and family on a successful grand opening and move to their new location.

Take a look at some of their tasty treats 😊 https://www.biscuitstobaskets.com/

🎉Workshop Alert: Building a Successful Side Hustle

Join Futurpreneur Canada and the Business Advisory Centre Durham for a free, online interactive workshop designed to help you explore your ideas and create a roadmap to launching your next side hustle business.

A side hustle can be a great way to pursue a passion project. With 28% of Canadians already running a part-time business, many others are looking to do the same but aren’t sure where to start.

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:
👉Spot opportunities for your side hustle
👉Avoid common pitfalls that new entrepreneurs face
👉Create a simple roadmap to move from idea to action

The workshop will be led by Dominik Loncar, Entrepreneur Coach, who has helped hundreds of young entrepreneurs across Canada.

Register here: https://www.bacd.ca/event/building-a-successful-side-hustle/

🎉In celebration of Black History Month, Procurement Assistance Canada – Ontario Region, in collaboration with Business Advisory Centre Durham as part of Invest Durham and partners, are hosting an in-person Small Business Information Expo: Black Business Edition on February 18, 2025 (8:30-12:30pm) at Durham Region (605 Rossland Road East Whitby, ON).

The event will include presentations, panel discussions and an interactive tradeshow expo with federal and community partners to highlight key resources, tools and opportunities to grow your business.

Great opportunity to connect and network with key partners in the Black business ecosystem.

Key topics:
🎉Federal procurement resources & tools
🎉Small business support services
🎉Innovation & business growth

Doing Business with the Government of Canada

Register here: https://www.bacd.ca/event/small-business-information-expo-black-business-edition/

BACD's February Event Line Up 🚀

Check out this exciting lineup of workshops and events for February! There are so many opportunities to learn, connect and build your business in Durham Region.

Register at: https://www.bacd.ca/events/