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Staying in Touch - John O'TooleStaying in Touch - John O'Toole Budget Talks are Priority at Queen’s Park Driver Cell Phone Restrictions Enforced Feb. 1 Province to Offer Yellow Ribbon Licence Plates New Projects Support Ontario Food Ontario Population Will Grow by 3.7 Million 2009 Set New Records for Organ Donation Staying in Touch Jan 31 - Feb 6 2010.pdf read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole - Jan 17 - 23, 2010Ontario Provides $1 Million to Help Victims in Haiti Extended Kindergartens Start Next September Tips for Safe Snowmobiling Law Requires Full Disclosure by Car Dealers Solar Energy Course Available in Clarington Staying in Touch Jan 17 -23 2010.doc read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Dec 20 - 26, 2009 Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Dec 20 - 26, 2009 Merry Christmas and Season’s Greetings Everyone Welcome to New Year’s Levee Jan. 10 Tougher Rules for Energy Retailers in Legislation Drivers Face Higher Fines in New Year New Election Laws Proposed for 2011 Staying in Touch Dec 20 - 26, 2009.pdf read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Nov 29 - Dec 5, 2009 $1.5 Million Helps Local Growers Produce Innovative New Apple and Pear Juice Products Pre-Christmas Showdown Over HST Youth Summer Company Program Offered in 2010 Opposition Bill Would End Driver Testing Strike New Web Site Tracks Infrastructure Funding Conservation Officers Eligible for Medals Staying in Touch Nov 29 - Dec 5, 2009.pdf read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Oct 18 - 24, 2009Why eHealth Scandal Needs Public Inquiry Ontario Re-training Programs Over-Subscribed Women’s Leadership Awards Nominations Nov. 16 Deadline for Agricultural Awards Web Site Gives Online Help with Math Homework Province Announces Apprenticeship Grants Staying in Touch Oct 18 - 24, 2009.pdf read more
Make Your Voice HeardMake Your Voice Heard The Ontario Chamber of Commerce remains focused on understanding and addressing the key business and economic issues facing Ontario as we emerge from a very significant recession that has impacted Ontario industries and families. In order to best understand these issues, we have once again commissioned Leger Marketing - the country’s largest Canadian-owned...read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole - Oct 4 - 10, 2009Staying in Touch - John O'Toole - Oct 4 - 10, 2009 -New Rules Against Driver Distraction Begin Oct. 26 -eHealth Scandal $1 Billion and Counting -$2.1 Million Added to Ontario Debt Every Hour -Province Sues Tobacco Firms for Health Costs -November 27 Deadline for Celebrate Ontario Staying in Touch Oct 4 - 10, 2009.pdf read more
Staying in Touch John O'Toole - Sept 20 - 26 2009Few Concessions to Improved Accountability Legion Week September 20 - 26 Congratulations to Terry Fox Participants Speaker Hosts Farmers Market at Legislature Staying in Touch Sept 20 - 26, 2009.pdf read more
Free shoreline consultations on Canal Lake until Sept. 30 (Bolsover, ON, August 17, 2009) Free shoreline consultations are available to property owners on Canal Lake until Sept. 30 through a partnership between the Lakeland Alliance and Kawartha Conservation. These consultations can help property owners resolve shoreline issues such as erosion, ice damage and pesky Canada Geese, while helping reduce aquatic plants and improve water quality in the lake....read more
Staying In Touch - John O'Toole Aug 16 - 22, 2009 -Government Must Tend Economy’s “Green Shoots” -Search Begins for Ontario's "Worst Roads" -Summer Company Grads Build Business Skills -Legislative Pages Work & Learn at Queen’s Park Staying in Touch Aug 16 - 22, 2009.pdf read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole-PST to Cost Business Billions, Opposition Says -Have Your Say on Energy from Waste -Ontario Strengthens Rules on Hiring Consultants -Cell Phone Law for Drivers in Effect this October -Web Site Helps Drivers with Medical Suspensions Staying in Touch Aug 9 - 15, 2009.pdf read more
Accessibility ActAccessibility Experts Ltd. August information update… 1. Legislation update: If you haven’t already heard the “Accessible Built Environment Standard” is out for review. Please check the government website of http://www.mcss.gov.on.ca . Public feedback is needed to help make a proposed Accessible Built Environment...read more
How to apply for a grant from the Ontario Trillium FoundationTuesday September 22 nd , 2009, 6:30 pm to 9 pm Scugog Community Centre 1655 Reach Street, Port Perry ON OTF Information Session September 2009 Durham _2_.pdf read more
Durham Tourism helps festivals and events go greenWHITBY, ON – Durham Tourism is taking an important step this summer to ensure that local tourism experiences offer “good natured, good times” with environmentally sustainable practices in mind. 2009 07 21 - Durham Tourism helps festivals and events go green _NR_.pdf Tips on Going Green: 2009 07 21 - Durham Tourisms top 10 tips on how to green your event _Fact...read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole-Province Must Enforce Career College Standards -Province Seeks Input on Mental Health Strategy -Ontario Announces $25 Million for Literacy -New Provincial Sales Tax Hits Renters Hard -New Rules for “Payday Loans” -Royal Visit Scheduled for November 2009 Staying in Touch July 19 - 25, 2009.pdf read more
Staying In Touch - John O'Toole July 5 - 11, 2009 Staying In Touch - John O' Toole July 5 - 11, 2009 -Delay in Darlington Reactors Sends Wrong Signal -Provincial Air Quality Updates Online ...read more
Staying in Touch - John O' Toole June 14 - 20, 2009Staying in Touch - John O' Toole June 14 - 20, 2009 -Outrage Continues Over eHealth Fiasco -Province Approves New School for Bowmanville -Durham Farm Fresh Wins Agriculture Innovation Award -Have Your Say on Wind Turbine Setbacks -Province Passes New Toxins Bill Governing Industry Staying in Touch June 14 - 20 2009.pdf read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole June 1 - 6, 2009Staying in Touch - John O'Toole - June 1 - 6 2009 June Seniors’ Month Events Salute Older Ontarians MPPs Fight to Protect Volunteer Firefighters Support Doctors in Local Hospital Campaign Opposition Seeks Details of Hidden Health Report Federal / Provincial Funds for UOIT and Durham College Provincial Programs Train Tomorrow’s Entrepreneurs Staying...read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole - May 24 - 30 2009Staying in Touch - John O'Toole - May 24 - 30 2009 Pensioners Denied Access to Their Own Money Lakeridge Confirms Commitment to Bowmanville Ontario Expands Aging at Home Programs Lt. Governor Commemorates First Royal Visit Hydro One Customers Save 400 Million kWh Staying in Touch May 24 - 30 2009.pdf read more
CME introduces new consortium to Durham manufacturersCanadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME) emphasized the importance and benefits of working together by recently introducing its new manufacturing consortia initiative to Durham region manufacturers. A lean consortium, aimed at bringing relief to southeastern Ontario manufacturers, will connect 10 to 14 non-competing companies or organizations within easy driving distance. By leveraging...read more
Show off your favourite local conservation area in Ontario-wide contestShow off your favourite local conservation area in Ontario-wide contest (Lindsay, May 19, 2009) People across Ontario are being encouraged to show off their talents as well as their favourite conservation area. Kawartha Conservation is asking people to grab their cameras and take some pictures for Conservation Ontario's 2009 Ontario Conservation Areas Photo Contest. "This...read more
STAYING IN TOUCH - John O'Toole STAYING IN TOUCH - John O'Toole - Truck Plant Closing a Sad Day for Durham - Ontario Moving to Time of Use Energy Prices - Green Energy Law Puts Ontario in the Red - Federal-Provincial Funds for Recreation Facilities - MPPs Support Ontario Pork Producers Staying in Touch May 17 - 23 2009.pdf read more
Staying In Touch - John O'Toole May 10 - 16 2009-Nursing Week Celebrated May 11-17 -Opposition MPPs Fight New Tax on Homes and Builders -Most Local Provincial Parks Open May 8 -Province-Wide Conservation Week May 17-23 -Cancer Care Ontario Offers Drug Benefits Navigator -Province Consults on Long-Term Care Staying in Touch May 10 - 16 2009.pdf read more
University of Ontario Institute of TechnologyUniversity of Ontario Institute of Technology The University of Ontario Institute of Technology and Durham College are pleased to invite you to our Campus Connections event for on April 30, from 1:00 to 6:00 pm. CampusConnections09_Evite.pdf read more
Give the Lake a Break A fun, informative and free event in Port Perry! (Port Perry, April 15, 2009) Kawartha Conservation, in partnership with the Township of Scugog, is hosting Give the Lake a Break, a two-day community event on May 1 and 2 at the Scugog Community Recreation Centre, 1655 Reach Street, Port Perry. Lake Scugog provides some of the most fantastic wildlife viewing...read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole April 12 - 18 2009Staying in Touch - John O'Toole April 12 - 18 2009 -Opposition MPPs Fight Dalton’s New Tax -Environmental Assessment for GO Rail Extension -New Regulations on Toxic Materials in Industry -Legislature Approves Health Professions Act -New Energy Law Costs Families More Staying in Touch April 12 - 18 2009.pdf read more
Skills Canada – Ontario Skills Canada – Ontario Skills Canada – Ontario is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting the development of youth and the prosperity of industry in Ontario. We strive to promote the skilled trades and technologies as viable, first choice career options for Ontario’s young people. Skills Canada – Ontario will be hosting the 20 th...read more
MORE ONTARIO-GROWN FOOD IN SCHOOLS, HOSPITALSMORE ONTARIO-GROWN FOOD IN SCHOOLS, HOSPITALS "Ontarians will be seeing even more locally grown food on their plates. The McGuinty government is investing $24 million over three years to develop the logistics to get more Ontario-grown food into the province's schools, hospitals, food service companies and other institutions. This will help Ontario farmers market and sell their...read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole April 5 - 11, 2009Staying in Touch - John O'Toole April 5 - 11, 2009 -Opposition Demands Investigation of e-Health Costs -Unanswered Questions on $9 Billion Transit Promise -Hospital Supporters Make their Case -Ontario Becomes Have-Not Province -Citizens Object to More Provincial Sales Tax Staying in Touch April 5 - 11 2009.pdf read more
2008 Business of the Year Awards2008 BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARDS ! The 2008 Business of the Year Awards were presented last night March 24, 2009 at the Chamber's Annual General Meeting held at the Royal Canadian Legion. In the 15 and over employees category the 2008 Business Award receiptant was CANADIAN TIRE - Jeff Hodgkinson...read more
Staying in Touch - John O-Toole March 15 - 21 2009Staying in Touch - John O-Toole -Standing Up for Community Hospitals -Post-Budget Forums in Bowmanville and Port Perry -March 31 Deadline on MPAC Reconsideration -MNR Monitors Flood Hazards -Ontario Joins March 28 Earth Hour -Legislation Targets Violence in Schools Staying in Touch Mar 15 -21 2009.pdf read more
Staying in Touch - John O'TooleStaying in Touch - John O'Toole - Green Energy Bill Gets Mixed Reviews -Summer Jobs for Ontario Students -Petitions Available to Support Local Hospitals -MPPs Asked to Help Community Literacy Groups -All-Party Committee on Mental Health Announced - Durham Forms Economic Downturn Task Force Staying in Touch Mar 1 - 7 2009.pdf read more
Port Perry: Part of Governments' plan to create jobsPort Perry, ON - Today, Bev Oda, Member of Parliament for Durham announced 10.5 million towards the revitalization of the Port Perry waterfront. Part of Governments' plan to create jobs.pdf For complete infrastucture inventment plans go to: http://www.bcfontario.ca/english/news/news-releases/feb13-news.html read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Feb 8 - 14, 2009 -Ontario MPPs Review Elections Process -Durham Region Gets $2 Million for Housing -Student Summer Job Opportunities -Winter Family Fishing Weekend Feb. 14-16 -Heritage Week February 16 to 22 Staying in Touch Feb 8 - 14 2009.pdf read more
Fostering Sustainable Behaviour workshopThe Fostering Sustainable Behaviour workshops in Toronto on March 30th and 31st are now full. As a consequence, we have added additional workshops on April 1st and 2nd. Please note that these sessions are the only workshops planned for the Great Lakes region until the spring of 2010. I have provided below a detailed description of the two workshops as well as a link to the registration flyer for...read more
North Durham Photographers' Association ShowFor immediate release: February 1, 2009 was "setup day" as the North Durham Photographers' Association (NDPA) set up its showing of it's members' photographic best! The show is running from February 2nd - 28th, 2009 at The Piano Café and Inn, 217 Queen St., Port Perry, ON! Attached is a pic of the Piano Cafe and Inn's Owner/Manager, Christy Curry-Stone overseeing the NDPA's Jonathan van...read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole - Jan 26 - 30, 2009 Staying in Touch - John O'Toole - Jan 25 - 31, 2009 - Action Needed to Prevent Elder Abuse - 2009 Marks Centennial of OPP - Smoking Ban in Effect When Kids in Cars - Your Input on Ontario’s Budget is Welcome - Ontario Seeking Input into New Deer Hunt Rules Read Article Staying in Touch Jan 25 - 31 2009.pdf read more
Lakeridge Health Membership Drive2009 Membership Campaign Launch for Lakeridge Health. Membership message 2009 Lakeridge Health.pdf read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Jan 18 - 24, 2009 Staying in Touch - John O'Toole - Jan 18 - 24, 2009 - Ontario’s Farms Important for Economic Recovery - OntarioPlugs into Electric Car Pilot Project - Hints for the Informed Donor - Queen’s Park Welcomes School and Group Tours Read complete article: Staying in Touch Jan 18 - 24 2009.pdf read more
OCC moving forward in IndiaDear member, Foreign markets present enormous business opportunities for Ontario’s companies. One of those key markets for the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) is India. It is our goal to increase Ontario’s profile and introduce Ontario exporters to the potential of this market. Complete Article: OCC moving forward in India.pdf read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Dec 7 - 13 2008-Economic Crisis is Time to Stand up for Canada -GTA-905 Funding Gap Remains -Ontario Supports Disability Savings Plans -2009 Smart Consumer Calendar Available -Where to Get Ontario Winter Driving Information -House Approves Lake Simcoe Protection Act Staying in Touch Dec 7 - Dec 13 20908.pdf read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Nov 24 - 29 2008Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Nov 24 - 29 2008 - Young Drives Face Tougher Rules of the Road - Legislature Rejects Calls to Delay New WSIB Fees - Update on GO Rail Extension to Bownmanville - Government Needs "Buy Ontario" Policy - Comments Invited on Pension Report - Arts Award Deadline Dec. 1 Staying in Touch Nov 24 - 29 2008.pdf read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Nov 16 - 22 2008Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Nov 16 - 22 2008 - Public Hearing on New WSIB Premiums - Province Releases Latest Draft of Pesticide Ban - Trillium Foundation Helps Community Initiatives - Bill Would Restrict Age of Motorcycle Passengers - Expert Report on Propane Storage Made Public Staying in Touch Nov 16-22 131108.pdf read more
WSIB Member BulletinConstruction Industry costs to rise If you are an independent operator in the construction business, you may be impacted by new legislation introduced by the Provincial Government. Bill 119, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Amendment Act proposes to extend mandatory workers compensation coverage to independent operators, sole proprietors, partners in a partnership and executive...read more
Credit and debit card transaction feesOCC and local chambers November 13, 2008 The Ontario and Canadian Chambers of Commerce will endeavour to work business to business with the credit card companies and the banks to secure the lowest possible rate for chambers and their members. As advocates for business across Ontario, chambers of commerce are not interested in calling for more regulation. ...read more
YMCA World Peace Week The YMCA has been celebrating YMCA World Peace Week since 1984 and is very excited to inform the community that this year’s recipient of the Durham Peace Medallion is our very own Dr. Anthony Brown. The YMCA Peace Medallion is the way we recognize and celebrate members of the community who volunteer and inspire us in creating a more peaceful world. The YMCA Peace...read more
Mayor’s Focus on Business- Volume 2, Issue 8 Mayor’s Focus on Business Volume 2, Issue 8 November 2008 Local Economy It’s hard not to think about the effect of the world economy on our local situation these days. However, on closer analysis of Scugog’s situation, a couple of bright lights do occur. Building permit activity in October saw the number of new...read more
Celebrate Ontario 2009A message from the Honourable Monique Smith, Minister of Tourism, announcing Celebrate Ontario 2009. Celebrate Ontario 2009 - Partner.pdf read more
Staying in Touch with John O'Toole - Oct 26 - Nov 1, 2008 - Durham Region Offers Free Flu Shots - Ontario Salutes Our Local Libraries - Small Businesses Object to New WSIB Fees Staying in Touch Oct 26 - Nov 1 120908.pdf read more
PREMIERS OF QUEBEC AND ONTARIO SHARE COLLECTIVE VISIONOntario Chamber of Commerce - Media Release Niagara-on-the-Lake: In an historic meeting Premier Dalton McGuinty and Premier Jean Charest spoke to delegates of the Ontario Economic Summit about their ambition to create a stronger economic partnership in Central Canada. Read More - Summit.pdf read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Oct 19 - 25, 2008 - Fall Economic Update Must Recognize Rising Assessment and Higher Electricity Costs - More Family Farm Exemptions from Land Transfer Tax - Ontario Securities Commission has Investor Info - Assistance for Wetland Restoration - Removing Barriers to Customers with Disabilities Staying in Touch Oct 19 to 25 161008.pdf read more
Staying in Touch with John O'Toole - Oct 5 - 11, 2008 John O'Toole - Staying in Touch - Oct 5 - Oct 11th, 2008 - OMA Launches Campaign for More Doctors - Ontario Needs Stronger Youth Criminal Justice Act - Ontario Marks Small Business Month - New Legislation on Developmental Disabilities - October Includes Seat Belt Blitz - New Target Date For Electronic Health Records - Part-Time College Staff Get...read more
The 2008 Santa Claus Parade is coming to Port! Oct 8, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PORT PERRY, ONTARIO The Santa Claus Parade is coming to Port for the 2008 Christmas celebration! The Scugog Chamber of Commerce announced today that they will be hosting the annual Santa Claus Parade show of lights on Saturday, November 29 th . Jolly Old Saint Nick will be floating into downtown Port Perry in one...read more
Staying in Touch - John O'Toole Sept 29 - Oct 4thHighlights: - Local Groups Receive Trillium Grants - Government Insists Health Tax Here to Stay - Agri-Food Week Celebrates Ontario Harvest - Hospitals to Report C. Difficile Cases Online Read More: Staying in Touch Sept 28 - Oct 4 120908.pdf read more
Bridges to Better Business ConferenceMEDIA RELEASE September 30, 2008 8 th Annual Bridges to Better Business Conference Nurture…Grow…Succeed Mark your calendar, the Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD) 8 th Annual Bridges to Better Business Conference is being held on October 29, 2008 at the Garnett B. Rickard Complex in Bowmanville. Funded by the...read more
BACD Satellite Services DATE : Wednesday, September 24, 2008 RELEASE: Immediate For more information contact Kenna Kozak at the Scugog Visitor & Business Centre 905-985-4971 ________________________________________________________________________ BACD Satellite Services One-on-one...read more
2000 Elementary Students Create An Everlasting Monument for PeaceFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2000 Elementary Students Create An Everlasting Monument for Peace The Reflection Park project was a collaborative endeavour involving Port Perry elementary and high school students and staff, artists, and community members. It combined the ideas, energy and talent of the youth of Scugog Township and their community supporters to encourage...read more
Scugog Chamber Business for Luncheon Sept 25 2008 PRESS RELEASE September 8, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Scugog Chamber Luncheon Sept 25 2008 press release.pdf The Scugog Chamber of Commerce “Business for Luncheons” begins again for the fall! The luncheon meeting will be held on Thursday, Sept 25, 2008 – 11:45am – 1:30pm at Magdy’s. Your business...read more
Report - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE FUTURE OF OSHAWA HARBOURRECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE FUTURE OF OSHAWA HARBOUR A Report by The Honourable David Crombie, P.C., O.C. February 21, 2008 Full Report can be found at: http://www.tc.gc.ca/programs/ports/crombie.htm read more
Oda urges Durham to seek Building Canada fundsFor Immediate Release July 24, 2008 Oda urges Durham to seek Building Canada funds Durham – Bev Oda, Member of Parliament for Durham and Minister of International Cooperation welcomed the signing of a Building Canada Framework Agreement with the Province of Ontario today. “The long awaited agreement between the federal government and...read more
CANADA AND Ontario SIGNNews Release CANADA AND Ontario SIGN $6.2-BILLION BUILDING CANADA INFRASTRUCTURE AGREEMENT Improvements to Highway 11/17 in northwestern Ontario, Ontario rural broadband coverage, Waterloo Region rapid transit, and the Huron Elgin London Project for clean water are priorities under Building Canada and ReNew Ontario London, Ontario, July 24, 2008 —...read more
Staying in Touch June 9 - June 14 2008 John O'TooleProvince Must Act on Economic Recovery Plan Many Durham families are shocked, saddened and angry over last week’s announcement that GM will close its truck plant in Oshawa. The first response must be to convince GM to honour the agreement it reached with workers less than a month ago to keep the plant open. About a day after the closing was announced, the truck plant was...read more
Govenment Relations Committee Update May 2008Federal Government Update Trent Severn Report/Lake Scugog “It’s All About The Water” Released on April 28 th www.tswpanel.ca Minister John Baird has announced the Government will provide 63...read more
Support Our Troops DurhamSupport Our Troops Durham For more information: www.DurhamSupportsOurTroops.com Support our Troops Rally Notice.pdf read more
Business Advisory Centre Durham Launches Two More Satellite LocationsMay 13, 2008 MEDIA RELEASE Business Advisory Centre Durham Launches Two More Satellite Locations The Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD) is pleased to announce the launch of two more satellite locations in Clarington and Scugog, in addition to our West Durham Satellite Location in Pickering. One-on-One business consultations are available monthly, at any one of...read more
Crabby Joe's Fundraising for ParadeApril 10 th , 2008. Your Monday night out just took on a whole new meaning! What if you could enjoy a fabulous dinner and know that you were raising money for the Santa Claus parade? Well you can!! Crabby Joe’s owner, Rick Forbes, has come to the table (sorry for the pun) to help the Chamber raise money for the Santa Claus Parade. For every regular priced...read more
Scugog Chamber AGM Gala & Business AwardsThe Scugog Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Directors cordially invite you to attend the Annual General Meeting Gala & Business Awards evening! April 25th at the Latcham Centre Hall. Guest speaker the Honorable Minister Bev Oda. For more information: Scugog Chamber AGM GALA Press Release 2008.pdf Business Of The Year Nomination Form 2008.pdf AGM...read more
Government Relations Committee Meeting Update – March 18, 2008Federal Government Update for Scugog Chamber of Commerce: Budget 2008 The Budget was introduced on February 26, 2008 and has passed in the House of Commons on March 4, 2008. There were no drastic policy changes in Budget 2008. Builds on tax cuts and debt reduction plans introduced in the Fall 2007 Economic Statement. Highlights include: Tax Free Savings...read more
Chamber Network Column - OCC March, 2008 Len Crispino Welcome to the most diverse and representative business association in Ontario. The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) network is unlike any other business association in this province. We represent 60-thousand businesses just like yours – of every size, from every sector of the economy and in every community in Ontario. Our leaders...read more
Business for Breakfast - March 27th, 2008PORT PERRY, ONTARIO The Next Scugog Chamber of Commerce Business for Breakfast meeting will be held at 7:30 – 9:00am, on Thursday, March 27th, 2008. Your business association, the Scugog Chamber of Commerce, will be holding a “Breakfast Networking Session” for its members. We have a number of new and existing members who wish to connect with their...read more
“DELIVERING” EXCITING RENOVATIONS AT LAKERIDGE HEALTH “DELIVERING” EXCITING RENOVATIONS AT LAKERIDGE HEALTH PORT PERRY’S NEW LIFECENTRE" Improvements require brief, temporary closure from March 27 (08h00) to April 2 (07h00) For more information visit the Lakeridge Health website. www.lakeridgehealth.on.ca read more
Retailer Scholarship ProgramRetailers Offer Students More Than $50,000 in Scholarships through Retail as a Career Scholarship Program Toronto, March 6, 2008 – According to recent census results released by Statistics Canada, the retail industry is now the No. 1 career destination for both men and women in Canada, and the sector also saw the largest growth in absolute number of jobs between 2001 and 2006....read more
Durham Post-Budget Forum - John O'TooleDurham John O’Toole, MPP – Durham Post-Budget Forums Wednesday, March 26th Francesco’s Ristorante – 10:30 a.m. 151 Queen St., Port Perry Ontario Budget Overview Presentation by: w Brian Callery CFP, CLU, CH.F.C., The Callery Group w Randy Keller CA, Van Camp & Keller Zante Restaurant – 8:00 a.m....read more
Scugog Chamber of Commerce Launches New WebsiteMarch 4, 2008 The Scugog Chamber of Commerce recently launched its new website as part of its next steps in re-branding and repositioning the local business group. “The websites purpose is to act as a communication hub”, says Tony Janssen, President. “Because the website is easy for us to update ourselves, members will have up-to-date information on such things as...read more
Business For Luncheon - February 28, 2008The Next Scugog Chamber of Commerce Business for Luncheon meeting will be held at noon, on Thursday, February 28 st , 2008 . Learn about Ontario Ministry of Revenue’s modernization initiatives that will make it easier and more convenient for your business to meet its tax obligations. Guest speaker, Sue Tilley, is the Director of the Modernizing Ontario's Systems...read more
Business for Luncheon - January 31, 2008PORT PERRY, ONTARIO – The Next Scugog Chamber of Commerce Business for Luncheon meeting will be held at noon, on Thursday, January 31 st , 2008. Come and hear how the Business Advisory Committee Durham can help you with your business! The BACD is a non-profit organization that understands prospective, new and existing entrepreneurs need more than opportunity; they need...read more
New Chamber Logo - January 15, 2008Port Perry — January 15, 2008 — The Scugog Chamber of Commerce recently launched its new logo and tag line at a recent meeting of the board of directors. “Logo redesigns and tag lines are usually challenging to tackle. There are so many different perspectives and preferences that come into play” said Richard Gauder, the Chair of the Marketing Committee. “We...read more