Social Enterprises and Supports

Pictou County is proud to be home to social enterprise organizations offering goods and services that create both financial and social returns. Social enterprises add diversity to our Pictou County business community and give everyone an opportunity to support positive change. RIVERVIEW HOME CORPORATION

Riverview Home Corporation’s River Run Café in downtown New Glasgow sells coffee and baked goods, and hosts paint nights and acoustic shows. The Café provides employment for residents, a space for residents to take part in community life, and revenue to support programs for individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries and long-term mental illness. For more information, visit riverviewhome.ca

LOCAL HIGHLIGHT

HIGHLAND COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

Highland Community Residential Services (HCRS) is dedicated to creating an inclusive community with people who have intellectual disabilities and/ or mental health challenges. For more information, visit hcrsweb.ca

LOCATED ON PROVOST STREET IN DOWNTOWN NEW GLASGOW, RIVER RUN CAFE IS OWNED AND OPERATED BY RIVERVIEW HOME

Have an idea that needs an engaged and flexible workforce? In Pictou County, we’re always open to new ideas and ventures.