 LiON'S LAIR: Results announced at Gala tomorrow: October 4
The Hamilton Chamber and Innovation Factory are proud to present the second annual LiON'S LAIR gala tomorrow, October 4 at Carmen's Banquet Centre. We would like to thank our sponsors for making this event possible: KPMG, Gowlings, CareGo, Kitestring Marketing, Communica, McMaster Innovation Park, RBC, FirstOntario Credit Union, Pioneer, Mohawk College, as well as event partners Hamilton Economic Development, Carmen's, Cogeco, Cable 14, the Hamilton Spectator, and Tweedle Productions. More information is available at pitch-it.ca. |
Policy resolutions approved at Canadian Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting
At the Canadian Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting, delegates debated and voted on 58 policy resolutions. The results of those deliberations are posted on the Canadian Chamber website . |
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 Business executives experience Hamilton during Canadian Chamber of Commerce annual conference and Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada conference
Business executives experienced Hamilton during Canadian Chamber of Commerce annual conference and Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada conference.
The Hamilton Chamber was proud to host this year's Canadian Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting (conference) and the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada conference. The conferences provided us with the opportunity to tell Hamilton's business story and showcase our great city. We have received tremendous feedback from delegates on Hamilton's hospitality and how much they enjoyed our city. On behalf of the Hamilton Chamber, I would like to thank our sponsors and our members who made this success possible. Our sponsors included:
- Hamilton International Airport
- Scotiabank
- TD Bank
- Cogeco
- McMaster University
- McMaster Innovation Park
- CareGo, the innovators
- Hamilton Economic Development
- Tourism Hamilton
- Hamilton Port Authority
- Stoney Creek Chamber of Commerce
- Imagination Plus
- And our conference supporters
- Acclamation Bar
- Airways Transit
- Art Gallery of Hamilton
- At Your Service
- Battlefield Advertising
- CAA
- Canada Coach
- Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
- Downtown Hamilton BIA
- Mr. John Ellison, Musician
- Gorilla Cheese
- the green smoothie bar
- Hamilton Convention Centre
- Hamilton Street Railway
- Impressive Printing
- Innovation Factory
- Jeff's At Work
- Karma Candy
- Lady Hamiltons
- La Piazza Allegra
- Mabel's Labels
- McDonald's
- Performance Lexus
- Royal Hamilton Light Infantry Band
- Shakespeare's Steakhouse
- Sheraton Hamilton
- Soundbox Inc.
- Staybridge Suites
- Stonewall's
- Sweet Ice
- Talbot Marketing Hamilton
- Theatre Aquarius
- Tim Hortons
- Weever Apps
- WestJet Airlines
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Members making news
 Yesterday, the Hamilton Community Foundation released its Vital Signs report that marks progress, but moving ahead requires policy and planning choices. Life in Hamilton's neighbourhoods is improving because of community focus and the work of the people who live there. But reducing the impact of economic disparity will require more action at the policy level says a new report from Hamilton Community Foundation. Hamilton's Vital Signs, a progress report issued yesterday, illustrates the success of neighbourhood plans that have been developed by local residents over the last year. These achievements, presented to City Council last week, include better connecting neighbours as well as engaging local institutions for better access to services like health care. But, says the report, there needs to be a continuing focus on issues like affordable housing, mixed income schools and investing in community-based services. To read the full media release and the Vital Signs report, visit the Hamilton Community Foundation website.
 The Hamilton Children's Choir has an extraordinary opportunity to share with you and they need your help! The award-winning Hamilton Children's Choir (HCC) has accepted an exclusive invitation to be the only 'Guest' children's choir at the 1st Xinghai Prize International Choir Championships in Guangzhou, China.
The 1st Xinghai Prize International Choir Championships, organized by INTERKULTUR, will unite choirs through festival, competition, symposium, concert tour and choral academy elements. From 8th to 14th November 2012 approximately 100 choirs will perform and compete in outstanding concert venues like the Guangzhou Opera House, the Xinghai Conservatory of Music and the Xinghai Concert Hall. The Hamilton Children's Choir will share their gift of music on this international stage representing the greater City of Hamilton and Canada. As the only 'Guest' children's choir' invited for this event, the HCC will be highlighted throughout their stay by performing at the opening ceremony, highlight concerts, the formal competition, the official closing ceremony and will lead workshops in Guangzhou and Shenzhen to teach other international choral conductors on technique, sound, and innovation.
As the 'Guest' children's choir for this event, the HCC has been offered financial support to cover some of their costs while in China however the overall travel expenses are still significant. The cost per chorister even with the subsidy presented will be $2,500 per chorister. The choir is seeking support from our local business community. Should you be interested in supporting the HCC, please contact Patricia LeClair, Executive Director, Hamilton Children's Choir at 905-527-1618.
 Sew Hungry, Ottawa Street's Food Truck and Restaurant Rally has won a national award. Staff from Hamilton's Economic Development Department have announced that the Economic Developers Association of Canada selected Sew Hungry from a field of 160 nominees as the best Promotional Event at their 2012 Marketing Canada Awards. Please click here for details. |
Booking Now for December Chamber Mailing
Get your message in the hands of 2100 fellow Chamber
members just in time for your New Year 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. |
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Chamber Division and Committee meetings and events
Energy and Environment: Tuesday October 9, 8am: Hamilton Chamber office (120 King Street West, Plaza Level)
Hamilton HIVE: Wednesday October 10, 8:30am: Hamilton Chamber office (120 King Street West, Plaza Level)
Business Development Committee: Wednesday October 10, Noon: (120 King Street West, Plaza Level)
 SPECIAL LUNCH and LEARN EVENT
Oct 10 from 12 noon to 1:30 pm at the Chamber Meeting Room in the Standard
Life Building $25, includes lunch | Reservations required
This interactive business building event will be led by Michael Shuman, Director for the US-based Business Alliance for Local Living Economies. An economist, attorney, author and entrepreneur, Michael is one of the world's top experts on community economics and the advantages of small-scale business in an age of globalization. The event will deliver proven local investment options, from institutional lending and investment clubs to crowdfunding and direct public offerings. PLUS, strategies for local investors to finance Hamilton based enterprises.
Innovation and Technology Committee: Thursday October 11, 8am (McMaster Innovation Park)
Ancaster Division: Friday October 12, Noon (Ancaster Mill Restaurant). Guest Speaker: Bob Wilkins of the Ancaster BIA.
 Dundas Division: On September 15, the Dundas Division hosted the 2012 Dundas Seniors Day. Pictured here are: Gabriele Iwan (right), Scotia Bank University Plaza presenting a cheque to Allyson Wenzowski, Chair, Dundas Division, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, in the amount of $1,752.20 as the Scotia Bank donation to the 2012 Dundas Seniors Day.
For an overview of the Chamber's committees and divisions, please visit http://www.hamiltonchamber.ca/committees
Human Resources Committee News
"Running on Empty: How to Deal with Workplace Stress" - register now for our breakfast forum Nov. 7th from 7:30 to 10:00 a.m. at the Waterfront Centre. Simply go online or call Cyndi at 905-521-5777. Tickets are $25. |
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Chamber Events
Lion's Lair (see above)
Thursday, October 4, 2012
5:30 Reception
Location: Carmen's Banquet Hall, 1520 Stone Church Road East, L8W 3P9
Fitness Friday
7:00 a.m.
Meet at Chedoke Golf Course to do the stairs
 Coffee with the CEO
Friday, October 12, 2012
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
$10.00 at the door
Guests: Mathieu Langelier, HHHBA & Cam Nolan, RAHB (Business & Real Estate)
Monday Morning Marketing Series
Monday, October 15, 2012
Location: Hamilton Chamber Meeting Rooms, 120 King St. W., Plaza Level
7:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
$15.00 per person inclusive (includes continental breakfast)
Topic: 'On-line Advertising: Real-Time Bidding - How to get better ROI from Google Adwords'
Presenter: Nick Olynyk, OKD Marketing
Next Session:
October 29, 2012
Topic: 'Current and Emerging Tech Trends'
Presented by Mike Kubes, Owner, Kubes Media Design
 Breakfast with the City Manager
Monday, October 22, 2012
7:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Location: The Waterfront Centre, 555 Bay Street North
$40.00 + hst (includes buffet breakfast)
Presenter: Chris Murray, City Manager, City of Hamilton
2nd Annual Ancaster Business Showcase
Wednesday, October 24th
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Ancaster Fairgrounds
Exhibitor Space Available
Luncheon Business Series
 Reason + Instinct = Growth
Friday, October 26, 2012
Location: Hamilton Chamber Meeting Rooms, 120 King St. W., Plaza Level
11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
$30.00 per person inclusive (includes lunch)
Topic: How to Approach Financing Your Business - Funding business growth and succession planning
Presenters: Don Forbes, Manager, Financial Services, Grant Thornton
James Lefevbre, Director of Business Services, FirstOntario Credit Union
 Health Sciences Forum
Thursday, November 1st
King George Ballroom, Liuna Station
7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
$60.00 inclusive (includes buffet breakfast)
Topic: Build a greater awareness of Hamilton's robust health sciences sector, its role in local and larger economies and the business opportunities it brings to Hamilton
Presenters: Janet Davidson, O.C., MHSA, LLD and Canadian Head of the Global Healthcare Centre of Excellence, KPMG; Mr. Murray Martin, President and CEO, Hamilton Health Sciences; Dr. Kevin Smith, President and CEO of St. Joseph's Health System; and Dr. Bill Orovan, Health Sciences, McMaster University. The session will be moderated by Mark Walton, KPMG.
 Working with Your Bank
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
7:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
$15.00 per person inclusive (includes continental breakfast)
Location: Hamilton Chamber Meeting Rooms, 120 King St. W., Plaza Level
Topic: Banking 101 - A general breakdown including what lenders are looking for in a business plan or proposal. This interactive session will provide ways to improve communications and rapport with your banker
Presenter: Gareth Llewellyn, Manager, CIBC Commercial Banking Ontario
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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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