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Dear
Member,
The
Chamber's bi-weekly electronic newsletter is sent directly
to our members. It provides up to date information on
current Chamber events, membership services and the latest
policy and advocacy news.
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CHAMBER
ANNOUNCES 2010 BEA FINALISTS
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(Photo
by: Vanessa Shields)
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The
Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce and Title
Sponsor, The Windsor Star announced the finalists for
the 20th Annual Business Excellence Awards January 26,
2010 at
Hiram Walker & Sons Limited.
The
Business Excellence Awards recognizes integrity,
creativity and the dedication that helps a business succeed
despite challenging times.
Windsor-Essex “Solutions For Our Future” is the
theme for this year's event, that will be held on Wednesday, April
14, 2010 at One Riverside Drive West (Chrysler
Building). This event allows the entire community to
celebrate the achievements of our distinguished lineup
of Windsor Essex/County businesses, professionals and
entrepreneurs. Award recipients will be announced during
a gourmet dinner and show, produced by Media Street
Productions.
An
independent panel of judges reviewed the nominations and
determined the finalists in each category.
Click
Here for the full list of the 2010 BEA finalists
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Thursday,
February 4, 2010
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JOHNSON
INSURANCE AFTER BUSINESS
(Business
Card Exchange)
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Sponsored
by: Johnson Insurance and hosted and sponsored by
The Pour House Pub
Location:
The Pour House Pub, 46 Chatham Street West
Time:
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
After
Business is one of the many programs offered by the
Chamber to assist businesses. Enjoy an evening with hors
d'oeuvres and bring your business cards for networking
and a chance to win a door prize.
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Tickets
on sale now, visit Events
Online.
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Wednesday,
February 10, 2010
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ECONOMIC
OUTLOOK LUNCHEON
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Peter
Lawler
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Sponsored
by: Business Development Bank of Canada
Location:
Caboto Club, 2175 Parent Avenue
Time:
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Peter
Lawler, Senior Vice President Operations, Ontario,
Business Development Bank of Canada
Tickets:
$35 members $45 future members
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Tickets
on sale now, visit Events
Online.
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Wednesday,
April 14, 2010
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2010
BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS
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Sponsored
by:
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Sponsored
by: The Windsor Star
Mark
your calendar now for the highest profile event of the
year. The 20th Annual Business Excellence Awards is set
for Wednesday, April 14, 2010.
Special
Guest Speaker - Richard Peddie, President & CEO,
Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment.
Location:
1 Riverside West (Chrysler Building)
Tickets
on Sale Now!
Show
your support to this year’s finalists. We are offering
a special advertising opportunity in the 20th
Anniversary Souvenir Booklet.
The
Souvenir Booklet features a profile on all finalists,
contains information on the event and messages of
congratulations. It also highlights the sponsors
and includes the organizing Committee, the emcee, guest
speaker, judges, and event supporters and is given to
all attendees at the event. Now is the time
to salute excellence in our community. Click
Here for details.
For
more information contact Marianne Burke at 519-966-3696
ext. 21.
Sponsorship
Opportunities still available.
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Tickets
on sale now, visit Events
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Tuesday, February 16,
2010
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CHAMBER
TO HOST HST WORKSHOP
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Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) will come into effect July
1, 2010. How prepared is your business for the
change? |
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Speakers
provided by: Revenue Canada and Ontario
Ministry of Revenue
Location:
United Way/Centraide Windsor Essex County
Boardroom, 300 Giles Blvd. East.
(At
the North East corner of McDougall)
Time:
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
This
Seminar
will:
-
explain
how Ontario's Harmonized Sales Tax will affect
your business
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explain
how to collect and remit these taxes
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discuss
tax credits and overpayments
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answer
your questions
Cost
to participants: This is a free event but you must
register
online by February 12, 2010 or call the
Chamber at 966-3696 ext 28. |
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Online
registration available, visit Events
Online.
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WINDSOR'S
BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT PLAN IS BACK ON THE AGENDA AT CITY
HALL
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The
City
of Windsor Brownfield Redevelopment Strategy and
Community Improvement Plan (CIP) will soon be a
subject at two City Hall meetings.
The
public is invited to the Planning Advisory
Committee (PAC) on February 18, 2010 and the final
plan will be presented to City of Windsor Council
on March 22, 2010.
The
Chamber will attend both meetings, advocating for
the plan to be implemented as soon as possible.
Click
Here for more information on the City of
Windsor's Brownfield Redevelopment Strategy.
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Click
Here to download the Chamber's Brownfield
Redevelopment Policy Statement
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FEDERAL
MONEY HELPS COMPANIES EXPAND TO DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
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Companies
seeking to develop or expand trade and investment
in developing countries can now turn to a $20
million program for support. Just
launched, the Canadian International
Development Agency’s Industrial Cooperation (CIDA-INC)
program will provide funding to:
- Assess
investment opportunities
- Demonstrate
and adapt technologies
- Undertake
activities targeted to enhance the economic,
environmental and social benefits a project
- Support
the increased sustainability of a project.
For
more details see the Applicant’s
Guide and the Frequently
Asked Questions documents. You may also
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COMMUNITY:
Thursday, February
18, 2010
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ONTARIO
ELECTRICAL LEAGUE
RENEWABLE
ENERGY SEMINAR
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Presenters:
Ontario
Power Authority (OPA)
Essex
Power
Enwin
Utilities
Hydro
One
Electrical
Safety Authority
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Location: Giovanni Caboto Club, 2175 Parent
Ave.
Time:
5:00 p.m./Presentations Start at 6:30 p.m.
Ontario
Power Authority (OPA), along with Local
Distribution Companies will provide businesses
with an overview of the Feed-in Tariff
Application and Connection Process.
Cost:
$20
Book
Early as there is limited space. Contact OEL to
RSVP. Deadline is Noon, Monday, February 15, 2010.
By
Phone: Linda 519-251-7300 ext. 348.
Email
RSVP to: ljones@enwin.com
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Click
Here to download the information
flyer.
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HELP
WINDSOR LAND A SPOT ON MONOPOLY CANADA
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The
City of Windsor invites your organization to help
with the push to win Windsor a spot on Hasbro’s
MONOPOLY Canada.
If
you are interested in helping spread the word for
Windsor, the City encourages organizations to
place the Vote Now graphic on their website, with
a link to www.monopolyvote.ca.
Voting
in the nationwide competition continues until
February 7. Voters can choose up to three
cities each day, and the top 20 cities will be
included on the game board. The city with
the most votes will occupy the highest rent
property, traditionally held by Boardwalk.
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WFCU CENTRE GROUP DISCOUNTS
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As
part of a larger group, Chamber members are now
eligible to purchase tickets to WFCU Centre
featured events at discounted prices. Click
Here for current opportunities.
Also,
The WFCU Centre can create a custom night out for
you and your staff – everything from private
meeting rooms and appetizers to custom dinner
package events and VIP shuttle service. To start
planning your work function at the WFCU Centre
call 519-974-7979 ext. 4610.
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JOHNSON HOME AND AUTO INSURANCE
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