Who we are
Northern Opportunities
for Business Limited
Operating since 1986 as a government-sponsored business development corporation, dedicated to empowering growth, financing ventures, and driving community prosperity.
CBDC NOBL was formed in 1986 as Pictou County Business Opportunities Limited. Our mandate was established at that time to actively spark, support, and steer economic integration.
That is a humble way of stating that we are a premier development framework. Since 1997, we have expanded our service area to support three Counties of Northern Nova Scotia: Antigonish, Pictou, and Colchester. We operate with a volunteer Board of Directors supported by County-specific Investment Committees and of a dedicated six-member staffing team.
1986
Year Founded
3
Counties Served
Our Mission
Our Core Mandate
Our governing principles remain as true and solid today as they were upon our inception.
Actively Promote & Encourage
Promote, encourage, and assist economic development and growth across our defined geographic area.
Small Business Development
Foster development of small businesses as they are the backbone of our economy.
Employment Stability
Support small businesses through their start up and expansion with training, financing, and counselling services to assist with building a successful business that supports full time employment.
Financial Support Through Loan Programs
Provide financing to small businesses and social enterprises using community funds that have been managed by CBDC-NOBL for over 40 years.
Partnerships and Collaboration
NOBL works closely with existing agencies and organizations to be able to provide comprehensive information and support as well as referral services to business owners in our region.
Regional Network
Strategic Business Partners
CBDC NOBL doesn't work in isolation. We have established robust partner ecosystems to assist entrepreneurs. We co-evaluate projects, coordinate programs, and leverage regional resources.
Invest NS / NSBI
Connecting growth-seeking founders with capital, diagnostics, and modern export tools.
REN
Regional Enterprise Networks. Matching local business requirements with expansion mentoring.
Employment NS
Partners in organizing regional growth, self-employment support, and workforce integration.
ACOA
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. We share active regional development portfolios.
Ready to Discuss Your Venture?
Reach out directly to any member of our staffing team above or tap to contact our main branch office.
