October 1 - 18

Ministers Island, 199 Carriage Road

Visit Ministers Island and discover over 50 scarecrows.

Wander the island, find your favourites and vote for the scarecrow you love the best.

Can you find them all?

October 6 - November 3 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm (every Tuesday)

Magaguadavic Place Community Centre, Saint George

Organized by Eastern Charlotte County Chamber in partnership with ConnexionWorks - the DREAM Program is a free five-session program for people who have a business idea and want to explore what it could become, learn, and take their first steps toward entrepreneurship.

October 10 - 10:00am - 1:00pm

Kingbrae Garden, St. Andrews

Enjoy a fun-filled day at the 12th Annual Charlotte County Pumpkin Festival! Bring the whole family and enjoy a day packed with autumn activities, entertainment, and pumpkins galore.

Whether you’re painting pumpkins, riding horses, enjoying live music, or taking home your very own pumpkin, there’s something for everyone!

Rain Date is Sunday, October 11th and tickets are non-refundable.

October 20 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online

Trade disruptions are quickly reshaping Canada’s business landscape. How can you adapt to an increasingly complex environment and find opportunities to grow at home and abroad?

Join our expert panel to understand how to build up your resilience, navigate a changing trade environment and uncover new growth avenues for your company. You’ll get the latest economic updates and a peek at how other Canadian entrepreneurs have been getting their business to fast, faster.

October 20 - 3:00pm

Online

Health and safety questions have a way of showing up at the worst possible time. Join us to get ahead of them. 

Darcy Michaud and Jennifer Threndyle, our Health & Safety Advisor, will walk you through office ergonomics, workplace violence risk assessments, harassment investigations and training, and workers’ compensation rebate opportunities, and what each support involves. Kim Allen will bring your questions to them during the live Q&A.

October 21, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Online

The pace of business is accelerating and qualified labour is getting harder to find. AI can help businesses boost productivity and compete more effectively, but knowing where to invest and how much to spend isn’t always easy.

Join our panel of BDC experts to learn how to make smart AI investments that deliver real results. You’ll discover how to assess your needs, compare AI solutions and make informed decisions about costs, financing and potential returns.

October 22 & 23 - 9:00am - 4:00pm

WC O'Neill Arena Complex, St Andrews

Learn to provide a suicide first-aid intervention. Learn from the global leaders in suicide intervention training. FREE two-day workshop widely used by professionals and the general public. Become confident, willing and realy to intervene with someone who has thoughts of suicide.

Lunch, snacks and all materials provided.

October 22 - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Online

A wave of business transitions is coming across Canada, creating a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for buyers who are ready to act. Buying a business can be one of the best strategies to accelerate growth or diversify your operations, but success requires early planning and a structured approach.

Join our expert panel for a conversation with an entrepreneur who’s gone through the process of making an acquisition. They’ll discuss how to navigate the acquisition process and avoid common mistakes. You’ll get practical advice on identifying the best acquisition targets, assembling the best team and choosing the right financing structure.

October 29 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Kennedy House, 218 Water Street, St Andrews

Join us for a fun and creative evening of paining, sipping and Halloween spirit!

$49 per person. Your first drink is on us (mocktails included). Age restrictions apply.

All paining supplies and step by step guidance are included. No experience necessary - just come ready to have fun. Feel free to dress up! Costumes are encouraged.

Seats must be reserved in advance.