Rural Mentor Network Recap

February 2, 2026

Municipality, partners host Rural Mentor Network session in Chéticamp

The Municipality of the County of Inverness joined Ignite Atlantic and community partners on Thursday, January 29, to host an information session on the Rural Mentor Network in Chéticamp.

The Rural Mentor Network, powered by Ignite Atlantic, connects youth, entrepreneurs and newcomers with local mentors who can share their knowledge and experience. The goal is to build local capacity and strengthen rural communities.

The session, held at local restaurant Last Chance Sandwich, invited residents who are retired or nearing retirement to learn how they can support the next generation through the network.

Ignite Atlantic staff were thrilled to see more than 20 people at the event.

“It’s exciting to see this level of interest,” said Ocean Le, the municipality’s healthcare navigator. “Our retirees have a wealth of experience living and working here, and this program creates a meaningful way to connect them with youth and newcomers.”

Representatives from the Welcome Network, the Cape Breton Connector Program and Le Conseil de développement économique de la Nouvelle-Écosse (CDENE) also attended. The municipality’s Culture and Community Development team works closely with these organizations to expand support for residents across Inverness County.

Ignite Atlantic plans to host a follow-up session in Inverness County to build momentum for the initiative. For more information, visit igniteatlantic.com.