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CHAMBER EVENTS |
May 19, 2010
The Metis Nation of Ontario
August 17, 2010
Whitewater Golf Club
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CHAMBER SHOWS |
September 17-18, 2010
The Sports Dome
November 7, 2010
Valhalla Inn
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BUSINESS LINKS |
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NEW MEMBERS |
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COMMITTEE MEETINGS |
Board of Directors
May 11, 5:30pm
Education
May 19, 8:30am
Membership Marketing
May 5, Noon
Small Bus. Development
May 19, Noon
All Meetings at the
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| Welcome to the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce E-Newsletter: May 2010 Edition. This past April the Chamber was very busy. We celebrated the 16th Annual Business Awards on Saturday April 17th at the Valhalla Inn, we had a very successful After Business at Recreation World on Wednesday April 21st and within one week after that, we opened the first ever Prosperity Northwest Show: Business to Business show expo on Wednesday, April 28th at the Valhalla Inn. Please take a moment to read our new Chamber information and post event and show write ups from the last month. |
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Building the Housing Opportunity in Thunder Bay
Harold Wilson, TB Chamber of Commerce President
A few weeks ago, I attended a morning Housing Industry Roundtable put on by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. While attendees included bankers, realtors, and several people involved with social housing coordination, there was minimal representation from our development community.
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Lunch and Learn: Bill 168 - What you Need to Know
Amendments to Ontario’s Occupational Health & Safety Act, coming into force on June 15th, 2010, require all employers to take steps to prevent violence and harassment in their workplace. The Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce welcomes Marilyn Owston, President of TrendLine Consulting Services, to take our members through the specific requirements and provides detailed information for complying on time.
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Tax Information Forum - May 13th
The Chamber of Commerce would like to announce that it will be working with Ontario Ministry of Revenue to bring you a Tax Information Forum at the Prince Arthur Waterfont and Suites Hotel. This will be a unique opportunity to attend information seminars, obtain valuable information on key tax and business programs, learn about Ontario’s taxes and have your questions answered in person. Read More
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16th Annual Business Awards
On Saturday, April 17, 2010 the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce celebrated
the 16th Annual Business Awards with over 400 member and non members from
our business community. This memorable evening took place at the Valhalla Inn
and was proudly presented by Bell.
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Prosperity Northwest "Business Building Business"
Over 70 businesses participated at this exciting full day networking trade show. Included were
representatives from the mining, manufacturing and service sectors as well as technology,
economic development, government services, business suppliers and First Nation organizations.
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Superior Living Health Wellness Leisure Expo
Booth sales for Superior Living Health Wellness Leisure Expo September 17 - 18 at their new location the Sports Dome, are now on sale and going quickly. This year the Chamber is partnering with Thunder Bay Marathon Miles With the Giant Marathon which means all 1500+ expected runners must visit our expo to validate their timing chip. This brings a whole new health conscious audience to you. Read More |
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Wedding Wishes
Don't miss out on this fabulous opportunity to showcase to 300+ brides and grooms on November 7th at the Valhalla Inn. Wedding Wishes Formal Fair booths are selling extremely quickly. This show was completely sold out last year and will be again. Contact Nancy or MaryAnn at 624-2621 or nancy@tb-chamber.on.ca to book your space! Read More |
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Save the Date - Annual Chamber Golf Classic
The 25th Annual Chamber Golf Classic, proudly sponsored by TBayTel is taking place on Thursday August 19, 2010 at the Whitewater Golf Club. The Chamber's "FUN" tournament is a great day of networking that this year includes 9 holes of golf and a cart, lunch, dinner, contests and prizes. You can enter as a foursome or as an individual and you don't have to be a great golfer to have a great time.
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Chamber Group Insurance
Maximizing your Benefits
One of the most important aspects of administering an employee benefit plan is the reporting of earnings. When you first enrol an employee in your plan, you must provide their salary information. It is equally important to report when your employees receive a raise or cost- of-living increase.
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Good News
If you have an announcement, anniversary, new employee or any news that you want to share with the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce membership, make sure you get the word out by sending us your submission.
Read May's Good News Submissions
Good News Submission Guidelines
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Influential Women of Northern Ontario Awards
Come and listen to the winners as they retell the fascinating
stories that have shaped their lives and careers. Give your
applause to the women leaders who deserve recognition for their dedication in both the public and private sectors. Help
us acknowledge the remarkable accomplishments of our
young entrepreneur and aspiring achiever winner.
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Advertising Opportunities with the Chamber
The Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce has many publications and communication messages throughout the year that you should consider as opportunities to target your message. With over 1000 members this represents a substantial market. If you need to have your message heard in the business to business community within Thunder Bay and District we may have the marketing vehicle you need at a very cost effective price.
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Thank You for Reading our May E-Newsletter
Don't forget to send us your Good News Stories
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LOST & FOUND |
Left in the Valhalla Inn cloakroom at
Prosperity Northwest
1 Men’s Black
Leather Jacket
Contact Chamber office at 624-2626 to claim
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TENDERS |
The Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce will be accepting
tenders for preparing the Chamber's stationery
supplies.
The tender will be for a three year period commencing
June 1, 2010.
Download Tender |
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