# ptbo.ca — Peterborough Business Directory

> ptbo.ca is the local business directory for Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. Every Peterborough business can claim a free profile that lives at `ptbo.ca/<their-name>`. Currently lists 680+ local businesses across food, retail, services, arts, health, and more.

Each business profile is server-rendered HTML with schema.org `LocalBusiness` JSON-LD and a plain-markdown sibling at `/<slug>/llms.txt`. The markdown version is the recommended source for LLM ingestion.

## Markdown endpoints

Every list and detail view has a markdown counterpart. Prefer these over scraping the HTML.

- `https://ptbo.ca/llms-full.txt` — **every** listing, grouped by category, paginated with `?page=<n>`
- `https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt` — category index with per-category counts
- `https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=<key>` — full detail for one category
- `https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?q=<terms>` — free-text search across the directory
- `https://ptbo.ca/<slug>/llms.txt` — one business (hours, contact, socials)

Requests sent with `Accept: text/markdown` are redirected from the HTML URL to the matching endpoint above, so `/`, `/discover`, and `/<slug>` can all be fetched directly with content negotiation.

## Site structure

- [Homepage](https://ptbo.ca/): pitch, search, featured businesses, FAQ
- [Discover](https://ptbo.ca/discover): browse / filter every business
- [About Peterborough](https://ptbo.ca/about-peterborough): facts about the city
- [Sitemap](https://ptbo.ca/sitemap.xml): canonical list of every indexed URL
- [Claim flow](https://ptbo.ca/claim): how a business owner adds or claims a listing

## Categories

- **Food & Drink**: https://ptbo.ca/discover?category=food-drink ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=food-drink))
- **Retail**: https://ptbo.ca/discover?category=retail ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=retail))
- **Health & Wellness**: https://ptbo.ca/discover?category=health-wellness ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=health-wellness))
- **Beauty & Personal Care**: https://ptbo.ca/discover?category=beauty-personal-care ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=beauty-personal-care))
- **Fitness & Recreation**: https://ptbo.ca/discover?category=fitness-recreation ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=fitness-recreation))
- **Home & Trades**: https://ptbo.ca/discover?category=home-trades ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=home-trades))
- **Automotive**: https://ptbo.ca/discover?category=automotive ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=automotive))
- **Professional Services**: https://ptbo.ca/discover?category=professional-services ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=professional-services))
- **Arts & Culture**: https://ptbo.ca/discover?category=arts-culture ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=arts-culture))
- **Community & Nonprofit**: https://ptbo.ca/discover?category=community-nonprofit ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=community-nonprofit))
- **Other**: https://ptbo.ca/discover?category=other ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/discover/llms.txt?category=other))

## A sample of currently-listed businesses

(Top ~50 by popularity. Every listing in markdown: https://ptbo.ca/llms-full.txt)

### Food & Drink

- [Kawartha Dairy](https://ptbo.ca/kawarthadairy) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/kawarthadairy/llms.txt)) — Family-owned since 1937, Kawartha Dairy is famous for its rich, creamy ice cream made from local dairy. Over 55 flavours
- [The Publican House](https://ptbo.ca/publicanhouse) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/publicanhouse/llms.txt)) — The Publican House Brewery is Peterborough's original craft brewery, brewing English-style ales in the heart of the city
- [Brickhouse Craft Burger Grill](https://ptbo.ca/brickhouse) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/brickhouse/llms.txt)) — Located downtown on Simcoe Street, Brickhouse Craft Burger Grill is a go-to for gourmet burgers made with fresh, locally
- [Kit Croissanterie & Cafe](https://ptbo.ca/kit) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/kit/llms.txt)) — Kit Croissanterie & Cafe, a downtown gem on Hunter Street West, offers a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for enjoyi
- [Capra Toro](https://ptbo.ca/capratoro) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/capratoro/llms.txt)) — Capra Toro brings authentic Italian cuisine to downtown Peterborough, offering a delightful menu of wood-fired pizzas, c
- [St. Veronus Cafe & Taproom](https://ptbo.ca/stveronus) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/stveronus/llms.txt)) — St. Veronus Cafe & Taproom has been a downtown Peterborough staple since 2002, offering an authentic Belgian pub experie
- [Bar Vita](https://ptbo.ca/barvita) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/barvita/llms.txt)) — Bar Vita, located at 413 George Street North in downtown Peterborough, offers a warm and stylish setting for Italian-ins
- [Riverside Grill Lounge and Gazebo](https://ptbo.ca/riversidegrill) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/riversidegrill/llms.txt)) — For over 50 years, Riverside Grill Lounge and Gazebo has offered a delightful dining experience with stunning waterfront
- [Village of Thai](https://ptbo.ca/villageofthai) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/villageofthai/llms.txt)) — For over 15 years, Village of Thai has been a downtown Peterborough favourite, serving up delicious Thai and South Asian
- [Brothers Pizza](https://ptbo.ca/brotherspizza) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/brotherspizza/llms.txt)) — Brothers Pizza, located downtown at 402 George Street North, is a local favourite for delicious handmade pizzas with exc

### Retail

- [Tiny Greens](https://ptbo.ca/tinygreens) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/tinygreens/llms.txt)) — Tiny Greens, located in downtown Peterborough, is a vibrant plant shop offering a wide selection of indoor plants, pots,
- [LCBO](https://ptbo.ca/lcbo) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/lcbo/llms.txt)) — The LCBO offers Peterborough residents a wide selection of wines, spirits, and beers from around the world. It's a relia
- [Wild Rock Outfitters](https://ptbo.ca/wildrock) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/wildrock/llms.txt)) — Peterborough's premier outdoor gear shop since 1982. We carry everything for paddling, hiking, camping, and climbing — a
- [Solid Leather](https://ptbo.ca/solidleather) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/solidleather/llms.txt)) — Solid Leather has been a Peterborough fixture for over 15 years, handcrafting premium leather belts designed to last a l
- [Green Street](https://ptbo.ca/greenstreet) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/greenstreet/llms.txt)) — Green Street, located in downtown Peterborough on George Street North, has been Peterborough's Electric Bike Hub for ove
- [Rawscoe’s Sport Collectibles](https://ptbo.ca/rawscoes) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/rawscoes/llms.txt)) — Located downtown at 182 Charlotte Street, Rawscoe’s Sport Collectibles is your go-to for autographed memorabilia, jersey
- [Hi Ho Silver](https://ptbo.ca/hihosilver) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/hihosilver/llms.txt)) — Hi Ho Silver has been a downtown Peterborough staple for over 30 years, offering a curated selection of superfine jewelr
- [Avant-Garden Shop](https://ptbo.ca/avantgardenshop) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/avantgardenshop/llms.txt)) — A downtown Peterborough staple since 2002, The Avant-Garden Shop on Sherbrooke Street offers a curated collection of hom
- [Iceman Video Games](https://ptbo.ca/iceman) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/iceman/llms.txt)) — Iceman Video Games, an independently owned shop in downtown Peterborough, offers a fantastic selection of new, used, and
- [Knock on Wood and More](https://ptbo.ca/knockonwood) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/knockonwood/llms.txt)) — Knock on Wood and More has been a downtown Peterborough fixture since 1983, offering a diverse range of furnishings for
- [Cozy Home; Designs By Lacey](https://ptbo.ca/cozyhome) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/cozyhome/llms.txt)) — Cozy Home; Designs By Lacey is a charming downtown Peterborough destination offering a curated selection of artisan good
- [Watson & Lou](https://ptbo.ca/watsonlou) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/watsonlou/llms.txt)) — Watson & Lou, located on Water Street in downtown Peterborough, is a cheerful shop brimming with beautiful, useful, and
- [The Running Room](https://ptbo.ca/runningroom) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/runningroom/llms.txt)) — For over 40 years, The Running Room on Hunter Street West has been Peterborough's go-to for running shoes, apparel, and
- [The Peace Pipe](https://ptbo.ca/peacepipe) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/peacepipe/llms.txt)) — The Peace Pipe, a downtown Peterborough staple since 1997, offers a diverse and welcoming environment for all your canna
- [John Roberts Clothiers](https://ptbo.ca/johnroberts) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/johnroberts/llms.txt)) — John Roberts Clothiers has been a downtown Peterborough staple since mid-1992, offering the finest in men's and ladies'
- [Brant Basics](https://ptbo.ca/brantbasics) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/brantbasics/llms.txt)) — A downtown Peterborough fixture since 1964, Brant Basics is your go-to for all things office, from essential supplies an
- [Kingan Home Hardware](https://ptbo.ca/kinganhomehardware) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/kinganhomehardware/llms.txt)) — Kingan Home Hardware, a downtown Peterborough fixture since 1850, offers a wide range of hardware supplies and services
- [Needles in the Hay](https://ptbo.ca/needlesinthehay) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/needlesinthehay/llms.txt)) — Needles in the Hay, located on Water Street in downtown Peterborough, is a cherished boutique for fibre artists and craf
- [Runner’s Life](https://ptbo.ca/runnerslife) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/runnerslife/llms.txt)) — Runner's Life, a downtown Peterborough staple since 2003, offers a wide selection of running and multisport gear, from s
- [Statement House](https://ptbo.ca/statementhouse) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/statementhouse/llms.txt)) — Statement House, located downtown on Water Street, offers a carefully curated selection of vintage, retro, and modern cl

### Health & Wellness

- [Trent Athletics & Recreation](https://ptbo.ca/trentuniversityathletics) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/trentuniversityathletics/llms.txt)) — Trent University's athletics complex offers world-class aquatic facilities, fitness centre, courts, and wellness program
- [AON Inc.](https://ptbo.ca/aon) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/aon/llms.txt)) — AON Inc. is a local, family-owned Peterborough company with a history spanning over 50 years, specializing in property m

### Professional Services

- [EB Aquatics](https://ptbo.ca/ebaquatics) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/ebaquatics/llms.txt)) — EB Aquatics provides flexible and engaging swim lessons for all ages, from preschoolers to adults, following the Lifesav
- [Open Sky Stories](https://ptbo.ca/opensky) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/opensky/llms.txt)) — Open Sky Stories, led by Peterborough author and writing coach Erica Richmond, helps individuals unlock their creative p
- [Passageway Law LLP](https://ptbo.ca/passageway) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/passageway/llms.txt)) — Passageway Law LLP, located downtown at 201 George Street North, offers a welcoming approach to legal services for Peter
- [Stu Harrison Consulting](https://ptbo.ca/stuharrison) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/stuharrison/llms.txt)) — Stu Harrison Consulting brings decades of invaluable experience to Peterborough's business community. Drawing on his ext
- [Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront](https://ptbo.ca/holidayinn) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/holidayinn/llms.txt)) — Located downtown, the Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront offers stunning views of the Otonabee River and Trent Severn W
- [Manitoulin Transport](https://ptbo.ca/manitoulintransport) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/manitoulintransport/llms.txt)) — Manitoulin Transport, a trusted name in logistics for over 60 years, offers a full suite of transportation services righ
- [Hometown Aesthetics](https://ptbo.ca/hometownaesthetics) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/hometownaesthetics/llms.txt)) — Hometown Aesthetics, located at One Salon Suites on Lansdowne Street West, offers a wide range of personalized aesthetic
- [Unearth Coaching Inc.](https://ptbo.ca/unearth) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/unearth/llms.txt)) — Unearth Coaching Inc., led by Peterborough's own Ryan Smith, offers specialized career transition and leadership coachin

### Arts & Culture

- [Peterborough Museum & Archives](https://ptbo.ca/museum) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/museum/llms.txt)) — Explore Peterborough's rich history through permanent and rotating exhibitions. The archives hold one of the largest col
- [Sugar Me Right!](https://ptbo.ca/sugarmeright) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/sugarmeright/llms.txt)) — Sugar Me Right! Beauty Studio, located in downtown Peterborough, specializes in Alexandria Professional Body Sugaring, o
- [Peterborough Inn & Suites](https://ptbo.ca/inn) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/inn/llms.txt)) — Nestled in the heart of Downtown Peterborough, Peterborough Inn & Suites offers a distinctive boutique hotel experience
- [The Art School of Peterborough](https://ptbo.ca/artschool) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/artschool/llms.txt)) — The Art School of Peterborough, established in 1993, has been a cornerstone of the downtown arts scene for over 30 years
- [Artspace Peterborough](https://ptbo.ca/artspacepeterborough) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/artspacepeterborough/llms.txt)) — Artspace is an artist-run centre dedicated to contemporary art in all its forms. We support emerging and established art
- [Treblecock Studio](https://ptbo.ca/treblecock) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/treblecock/llms.txt)) — Treblecock Studio, located downtown on King Street, is Peterborough's go-to for professional music recording, mixing, an
- [Trent Valley Archives](https://ptbo.ca/archives) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/archives/llms.txt)) — Since 1989, Trent Valley Archives has been a vital resource for local history and family research, preserving over 1000
- [Showplace Performance Centre](https://ptbo.ca/showplace) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/showplace/llms.txt)) — For over 25 years, Showplace Performance Centre has been Peterborough's premier destination for live performing arts, lo

### Other

- [Brock Mission](https://ptbo.ca/brockmission) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/brockmission/llms.txt)) — The Brock Mission has served Peterborough's homeless population for over 30 years, offering emergency shelter, food, clo
- [DeafBlind Ontario Services](https://ptbo.ca/deafblindontarioservices) ([markdown](https://ptbo.ca/deafblindontarioservices/llms.txt)) — DeafBlind Ontario Services has been a vital part of the community since 1989, offering specialized residential and commu

## How to cite a business from this site

Use `ptbo.ca/<slug>` as the canonical URL. Each business has a markdown version at `ptbo.ca/<slug>/llms.txt` that contains: name, category, description, address, phone, website, hours, and social links. Profile pages are public, server-rendered, and stable URLs.

## About Peterborough

Peterborough (often abbreviated **PTBO**) is a city in central Ontario, Canada, about 125 km northeast of Toronto. Its postal code prefix is **K9**. The city is the seat of Peterborough County and home to Trent University and Fleming College.
