June 20, 2012        
In This Issue
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Acumen_ad 
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This Weeks Member Promo
 
(the following are paid advertisements)

 

Welcome New Members

 

Asia Connections Group

 

Canon Canada Inc.

  

McMaster Financial Division of Pace Credit Union

 

Weever Apps Inc.

Thank-you for Renewing 

  

Lions confirmed for second annual

LiON'S LAIR

 

LiON'S LAIR, an event that nurtures and celebrates entrepreneurship is taking place October 4 at Carmens Banquet Centre. Tickets are now on sale (early bird rates) at www.pitch-it.ca. The Hamilton Chamber and Innovation Factory are collaborating once again on this event and are pleased to confirm the following Lions who will judge the finalists.

 

Sophia Aggelonitis

Dr. Nick Bontis

PJ Mercanti

Mike Morreale

Rami Reda

MC: Connie Smith

Hamilton HIVE: RFP for HIVE Administrator

 

The Hamilton Hive is the City's pre-eminent young professional network and as such acts as the hub of young professional activities. Hive is currently inviting bids to fulfill the role of Hive Administrator. The role of the Hamilton Hive Administrator is to act as the key administrative and information link between the Hamilton Hive groups, the Hamilton Hive and the greater young professional community. Visit the Hamilton Chamber website or Hamilton Hive website to review the RFP which is due June 29, or click here.

 

 

Canadian International Military Tattoo - special discount offer
 

The Tattoo is taking place at Copps Coliseum on June 23 (evening) and June 24 (matinee).  This not-to-be-missed event offers tremendous programming for all ages.  The Tattoo will be commemorating the bicentennial of the War of 1812 and the 150th anniversry of the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry.   Hamilton Chamber members are invited to take advantage of a special 15% discount.  Use code DIS12 when ordering.

 

Call the Tattoo office at 905-523-1753 to book your tickets and enjoy the show.
 

www.canadianmilitarytattoo.ca

Free Seminar: McMaster Institute for Transportation and Logistics

Join MITL to launch its most recent research report: Seaway Under-Utilization:  Are Regulations to Blame?
June 26, 2012, 8:00-9:15 a.m. Waterfront Banquet Centre 
Join industry leaders to find out about regulations and other costs which affect shippers' decisions in utilizing the marine mode.  

 
Registration is required:  Contact:  [email protected] or call Deane Maynard at:  (905)525-9140 x22542.

 

Booking Now for August Chamber Mailing


Get your message in the hands of 2100 fellow Chamber
members just in time for fall promotions.  Flyer size is maximum 8 1/2 X 11 but can be folded or double sided. Spots are limited so book yours today.  Call Patricia for more details at 905-818-1173 or click here for pricing and order form.  
 

smart bus workshopChamber Division and Committee meetings and updates:

 

 

Glanbrook Division: Thursday June 21, 8am: Glanbrook Municipal Service Centre with guest speakers from the Urban Renewal Division of Economic Development.

 

Also, the Glanbrook Division is hosting a special evening meeting on Thursday June 21, 7-9pm at the Glanbrook Municipal Service Centre for the local business and resident community to discuss transportation in Glanbrook.  Staff from the City of Hamilton will provide a presentation about transportation related planning for both people and goods movement.

 

Dundas Division: Thursday June 21, Noon: Nostalgia Restaurant, King St., Dundas with guest speaker Pierre Lanckriet, Coll�ge Boreal.
 

For more information about becoming a member of a Division or Committee, please contact the Chamber's President and CEO at, [email protected].

 

For an overview of the Chamber's committees and divisions, please visit http://www.hamiltonchamber.ca/committees/committees.

Chamber Updates and Chamber Events

 

Chief De CaireBreakfast with the Police Chief, Glenn De Caire

Chief of Police Glenn DeCaire....Arrested Development for your bottom line.  Chief DeCaire will discuss strategic safety initiatives and the positive effect on our economy with Chamber members and their guests.
Thursday, June 21, 2012, 7:45 a.m.
Location:  The Waterfront Centre, 555 Bay St. N.
$40.00 + hst (Breakfast & Networking)
To Register:  www.hamiltonchamber.ca or e-mail Whitney at [email protected]


Business After Business 

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Location:  Omni Basement Systems, 95 Frid Street Unit 3, Hamilton L8P 4M3
Free to Members and their guests
To Register:  www.hamiltonchamber.ca or e-mail Whitney at [email protected]

March BAB Airport

 


* If you would like to host an upcoming Business After Business please contact Whitney at 905-522-1151 ext. 100 for a schedule and outline.  Only a few dates left this year so contact us today!


 Coffee with the CEO and guest
 Friday, July 13, 2012
 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
 Location: Mulberry Caf�, 193 James Street North
 $10.00 at the door

 

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Community Calendar
 
Be sure to check out the Community Calendar and the Member News links on the right side panel of this newsletter.  Contact Diane Stephenson at 905-522-1151 ext. 220 or
 to have your information included. 

*Please Note:  Member News is reserved for Not-for-profit member news and Hamilton Chamber Member milestone news i.e. Anniversaries, Grand Openings, Awards etc.  All Chamber members are welcome to include their events in the Community Calendar. 


 
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