PEACE BY CHOCOLATE TO DOUBLE WORKFORCE, EXPAND OPERATIONS

ACOA FUNDING WILL ENABLE THE ANTIGONISH BUSINESS TO INCREASE PRODUCTION AND ENTER NEW MARKETS.

The Antigonish chocolate company is more than a great business; it’s a story of hope and compassion. When Tareq Hadhad and his family were forced to flee their home during the Syrian Civil War, they left behind their chocolate business, but they never left their ambition. As part of the first group of Syrian Refugees to arrive in Canada, Tareq did not waste time getting to work. Thanks to his hard work, and the welcoming community in Antigonish, Peace By Chocolate now sells their product across Canada and employs 50 people in Antigonish. Our community’s compassion and openness is an example for the world, and Tareq’s story is one we can all learn from and be proud of. Try the chocolate - its delicious!