January 2012
Access U.S.
Happy New Year and welcome to the first edition of Access U.S. in 2012!  I hope that the New Year will bring your company growth, success and continued prosperity.  If you think growth into the U.S. will be a part of your 2012 plans, please don't hesitate to use me as a resource to ensure your company's success on this side of the border.  Feel free to call (716-812-1357 ext 104) or email (cpowell@buffaloniagara.org) me at your convenience, and once again Happy New Year! 
HR Considerations When Entering the U.S.

If you are a Canadian company looking to expand into the U.S. and you will have U.S. employees, it will be beneficial for you to know some of the human resources differences between the two countries. It is important to establish policies and procedures that focus on employees and comply with Federal & State labor laws. U.S. laws can vary from State to State.  [read more]

Research Services to Help Fulfill Labor and Workforce Needs

Human capital is a company's most important asset.  BNE assists companies in fulfilling workforce needs by providing professional research services to companies exploring business development opportunities in the Buffalo Niagara region.  Our Research Department has the capability to create customized reports for specific business opportunities or comparative analyses of multiple geographies.  A wide range of labor statistics and market data for economic development purposes are available through BNE's Research Department.

 

Buffalo Niagara Enterprise also works closely with the New York State Department of Labor's (NYSDOL)Business Services staff, a valuable resource that assists companies with labor and workforce needs.  NYSDOL offers services to employers to attract and retain talented employees through the use of The New York State Job Bank,customized recruitment and career fairs, tax credits and training grants, consulting services, and other services. 

Free Transportation from Four S.Ontario Locations to World Trade Celebration - Last Day to Register!

Canadian businesspeople who are interested in attending next week's World Trade Celebration can attend without having to worry about transportation.  That's because Buffalo Niagara Enterprise is co-sponsoring round-trip limousine service from four locations in Southern Ontario.  Pick up's will be made in downtown Toronto, Mississauga, Burlington and Kitchener. 
 
To reserve your spot in one of the limos you must register by tomorrow, Wednesday January 11.  For more information on the event click here
 
World Trade Celebration is Buffalo's premier networking and business development event for companies engaging in any form of international business.  Hosted by the World Trade Center Buffalo Niagara, this year's keynote speaker is Neil Fraser, President of Medtronic of Canada, Ltd.

If you're planning on visiting the U.S., make it easy and utilize all the tools available to minimize your wait time at the border: The Niagara Falls Bridge Commission has a toll-free number (1-800-715-6722), website and even a Twitter feed to provide you with up-to-the-minute bridge traffic information.


Sincerely,
Carolyn


Carolyn Powell

Business Development Manager


cpowell@buffaloniagara.org

 

Buffalo Niagara Enterprise

Regional Economic Development

Research, Marketing & Business Attraction

665 Main Street, Suite 200 

Buffalo, New York 14203
(716) 541-1740 (phone)
1-800-916-9073 (toll-free)
(716) 842-1724 (fax)

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Events

  

Coffee With the Tax Team

January 11& February 8

Burlington, Ontairo

 

Tax Planning for Snowbirds

Januray 16 & 30

Toronto, ON

 

World Trade Celebration

January 18

Buffalo, NY

 

Bridging the Gap - 

The Niagara Border 

January 24

St. Catharines, ON

February 15-16

Buffalo, NY

 

Chicago Dental Society Meeting 

February 23-25

Chicago, IL

 

 

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Buffalo Niagara ::
Where Life Works

 "Quality of life here is unparalleled in many ways. Cost of living is very reasonable compared to other areas of the country. There is a variety of excellent schools, elementary through college. The commute time from anywhere you may reside in the area is minimal. The joke is on those who laugh at our weather. The National Weather Service stated that Buffalo had the nicest weather in the [U.S.] this summer, and the natural beauty and the intrinsic activities of winter; snowmen, sledding, skiing, and skating, are equally enjoyable. Our winter is a part of the character and charm of this town. We don't complain when it snows because we enjoy best of both weather worlds and always have another beautiful summer right around the corner."

 

- Randy Machelor, Supervisor, Senior Citizen Home Energy Assistance Program  

 

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