A pilot project is helping women, especially newcomers to Nova Scotia, turn their cooking skills into successful local food businesses.
The specialized program in cooking entrepreneurship (SPICE) helps women learn how to develop a business plan and follow regulations for running a food business.
“This program is an excellent example of the innovation that helps our agriculture and agri-food sector grow and thrive,” said Greg Morrow, Minister of Agriculture. “These new, local-food businesses bring more diversity, get more healthy and local food on Nova Scotians’ plates and help create financial stability for women and their families who are doing something they love. We’re proud to support this important work.”
The Centre for Women in Business at Mount Saint Vincent University runs the program, which had its first graduates in the spring. Each eight-week session can train up to 10 women. There is no cost for participants, and they get ongoing support for up to a year.
The Department of Agriculture provided $5,000 for the program, and $100,000 to help participants buy equipment for their businesses.
Source : Novascotia .ca