Calendar

Feb
26
Thu
Smoking and Vaping Awareness for Youth: Know the Facts – Garden Village @ LCHC Boardroom
Feb 26 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
NFN Youth ages 10–13 are invited to join us a fun, interactive workshop exploring how smoking, vaping, and nicotine affect your body, mind, and emotions. Learn healthy habits, ways to say no, and strategies to quit. Pizza and snacks will be provided, and there will be prizes to be won! Registration is required as spots are limited. Deadline to register is Friday, February 20, 2026
To Register, contact the Office Administrator at [email protected] or call 705-753-1375.
Feb
27
Fri
Smoking and Vaping Awareness for Youth: Know the Facts – Duchesnay @ Duchesnay Boardroom
Feb 27 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
NFN Youth ages 14–18 are invited to join us a fun, interactive workshop exploring how smoking, vaping, and nicotine affect your body, mind, and emotions. Learn healthy habits, ways to say no, and strategies to quit. Pizza and snacks will be provided, and there will be prizes to be won! Registration is required as spots are limited. Deadline to register is Friday, February 20, 2026
To Register, contact the Office Administrator at [email protected] or call 705-753-1375.
Mar
2
Mon
Transit Study Engagement Session @ Duchesnay Community Hall
Mar 2 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us for a presentation on the findings of the NFN Transit Study!
We’ll share key insights, including identified transit needs and gaps, transit simulation results, and suggested solutions for future transit service.
Following the presentation, Blaise Transit will lead a Feedback and Q&A discussion, giving community members the opportunity to ask questions and share input.
This is a hybrid event. NFN members can join virtually through the NFN Portal by clicking the Zoom link.
📧 To Register, Email : [email protected]
📞 Or call 705-753-2050 ext. 1340
Your participation helps shape the future of transit in our community — we hope to see you there!
Mar
4
Wed
NFN Entrepreneur Workshop Series @ Duchesnay Community Hall
Mar 4 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
The NFN Economic Development Department, in partnership with The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound, invites NFN Members to take part in a 5-session Business Development Series designed to support and grow your business.
These sessions will cover key topics including business planning, finance, pitching, marketing, and hands-on support. Whether you are just starting out or looking to strengthen your existing business, these sessions offer practical tools and guidance to help you succeed.
  • Hybrid sessions — participate in-person or online.
  • Please note that the final session on Wednesday, March 18 is in-person only!
To register, email vince[email protected] and indicate:
We look forward to supporting NFN Members on their business journey.
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Dates and Topics:

Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Topic: Business Planning and Start Up Considerations
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Topic: Financial Forecasting, Cash Flow Management and Pricing Considerations
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Topic: Preparing an Impactful Pitch and Financing Considerations
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Topic: Marketing and Promotions
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – In-person only!
Topic: Hand-on Assistance and Working Session
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Mar
11
Wed
NFN Entrepreneur Workshop Series @ Duchesnay Community Hall
Mar 11 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
The NFN Economic Development Department, in partnership with The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound, invites NFN Members to take part in a 5-session Business Development Series designed to support and grow your business.
These sessions will cover key topics including business planning, finance, pitching, marketing, and hands-on support. Whether you are just starting out or looking to strengthen your existing business, these sessions offer practical tools and guidance to help you succeed.
  • Hybrid sessions — participate in-person or online.
  • Please note that the final session on Wednesday, March 18 is in-person only!
To register, email vince[email protected] and indicate:
We look forward to supporting NFN Members on their business journey.
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Dates and Topics:

Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Topic: Business Planning and Start Up Considerations
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Topic: Financial Forecasting, Cash Flow Management and Pricing Considerations
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Topic: Preparing an Impactful Pitch and Financing Considerations
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Topic: Marketing and Promotions
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – In-person only!
Topic: Hand-on Assistance and Working Session
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Mar
18
Wed
NFN Entrepreneur Workshop Series @ Duchesnay Community Hall
Mar 18 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
The NFN Economic Development Department, in partnership with The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound, invites NFN Members to take part in a 5-session Business Development Series designed to support and grow your business.
These sessions will cover key topics including business planning, finance, pitching, marketing, and hands-on support. Whether you are just starting out or looking to strengthen your existing business, these sessions offer practical tools and guidance to help you succeed.
  • Hybrid sessions — participate in-person or online.
  • Please note that the final session on Wednesday, March 18 is in-person only!
To register, email vince[email protected] and indicate:
We look forward to supporting NFN Members on their business journey.
————————-

Dates and Topics:

Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Topic: Business Planning and Start Up Considerations
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Topic: Financial Forecasting, Cash Flow Management and Pricing Considerations
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Topic: Preparing an Impactful Pitch and Financing Considerations
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Topic: Marketing and Promotions
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – In-person only!
Topic: Hand-on Assistance and Working Session
Noon – 2 p.m.
In-person session is at: Duchesnay Community Hall (520 Couchie Memorial Dr., North Bay ON)