“ From Mumbai to Dubai to PEI has definitely been a journey across the world, and yet we are blessed to call Prince Edward Island our Home. “- Zenaida Saldanha

1.Can you tell me your name and the name of your business?

2. What inspired you to start this business, and what made you choose your location?

Our combined passion for Real Estate, my husband & mine. Land is the most precious commodity as the availability of it is continually being depleted. Glenn and myself moved to PEI, from Dubai, and have made PEI our home over the past 5 years. The warm hospitality of the East Coast, the ease of doing business, the overall quality and systems and processes here, and the opportunity to grow and enjoy a quality of work and life balance definitely encouraged us to move, live and work here.

3. Can you tell me about your business and what you offer?

As a PEI Realtor, we are in the business of Real Estate. I am also a part of the Century 21 Northumberland Realty Team in Summerside. Century 21 Combines the talent of a diverse team of real estate professionals with 9 languages, we help clients in making that informed decision about their Real estate needs, or investment. As a business professional, we guide clients through the buying, selling, or renting of residential or commercial real estate. We assist clients in finding properties that meet their requirements, draft contracts, and negotiate with sellers and buyers. We host open houses, cultivate client networks, and perform market research. As a member of the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), PEI Realtors have a high set of ethics and standards to which we adhere. We closely network with banks, mortgage specialists, Lawyers, Home Inspectors, Appraisers, Builders and the Construction Industry to bring the best value and propositions to the table for our clients’ to meet their needs.

With an inbuilt passion for the job, combined with an enthusiastic approach towards meeting client needs, I look forward eagerly to helping my clients turn this dream into a reality.

4. How has the local community responded to your business?

The Local community has been fantastic. We are surrounded by wonderful friends, communities and feel at home in beautiful PEI. From the Business community, to banking and Legal advice, to Chambers of Commerce, etc the support and networking within this community is fantastic.

5. What do you love most about being a business owner in the Greater Summerside area?

Summerside is a great place to live, work and learn. From the ease of setting up business, to direct partnerships, to banking and people at the heart of this Business, it offers great opportunities to those that are willing to pitch their wagon onto the success cart. It is a quiet, yet warm community where opportunities are galore for the willing heart – ready to take that leap of faith. The people are warm and welcoming, businesses are supportive. The City of Summerside encourages entrepreneurs of every stream, and is implementing policies to encourage and foster business opportunities, growth, investing in futuristic technology and innovative, sustainable ideas etc. Summerside is poised for growth, and rapid development as one can see from the numerous projects in both housing, construction, education, Retail and AI sectors. This will definitely attract more people to settle in Summerside. The buildings and infrastructure are being well planned, it is a beautiful place to live and grow a family as well as Business.

6. Are there any specific challenges or advantages to running a business in the Greater Summerside area?

7. Tell us the most unique feature of your business

Both Glenn and I thank the Community of Summerside, the Mayor & City Council, the business leaders and the  people on Prince Edward Island, our business places, workplaces, friends and family and the larger network for their warmth, hospitality and support. From Mumbai to Dubai to PEI has definitely been a journey across the world, and yet we are blessed to call Prince Edward Island our Home. We thank you & The Greater Chamber for fostering and encouraging businesses in this beautiful City by The Sea!

Give a call to Zenaida !

629 Water Street East

Summerside,

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