Starting a Business In Pictou County
A Great Place To Be An Entrepreneur
Pictou County is a rich environment for budding entrepreneurs to pursue the independence and autonomy they aspired to. The business climate, support and sheer opportunity all provide a solid footing from which to pursue ideas and put vision into reality.
The local economy is fueled by more than 2,400 businesses that are hard at work every day in Pictou County and are guided by a spirit of cooperation with a common goal of regional success.
PRDC exists to support and stimulate economic development in Pictou County. We work to connect prospective business people with the support and incentive programs available through local, provincial and federal agencies. There are a range of specialized programs geared to members of target groups. We house and provide free access to a range of business planning resources through our library.
We are here to link you with the information needed to make objective decisions about the merits of starting a business in Pictou County.