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ANNUAL FESTIVE LUNCHEON!
Holiday Event Wednesday, December 9 11:30am - 12:00pmRegistration 12:00 - 2:00pm
Luncheon & Networking
Thornhill Golf & Country Club, 7994 Yonge Street, Thornhill
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Library Update
New in the Library this month!
* Ontario's Energy Efficiency Resource & Funding Guide
* Small Companies, Big Connections: The Benefits and Challenges for SMEs in Working With MNCs
* The Definitive Guide to Customer Loyalty
To access these and other materials in our growing Business Library, please email Lori Suffern.
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Chamber Happenings
Don't forget to visit the Events Page on our website to check out all upcoming events at the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce! |
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Healthwise Wellness Centre
Naturopathic, Decompression Therapy, Diabetes Clinic, Laser Services
Dr. Nina Nejmeh
4250 Weston Road, #101
Toronto, Ontario M9L 1W9
K7 Marketplace
Retail Store
Al Jabri
5289 Highway 7
Woodbridge, Ontario L4L 1T4
Pixel Thought Media Inc.
Advertising, Corporate Branding, Online Marketing
Anthony Quattrociocchi
644 Millway Avenue, #12B
Vaughan, Ontario L4K 4H4
Pure Motivation Fitness Studios
Fitness Boutique, Personal Training facility
Dimitri Gankoulas
1410 Major Mackenzie Drive, #C1-C4
Vaughan, Ontario L6A 4H6
Solmar Development Corp.
Developer/Builder
Benny Marotta, President
122 Romina Drive
Concord, Ontario L4K 4Z7
Syndicate Mortgages
Residential/Commercial Lending, Mortgages
Beatrice Pitocco
8611 Weston Road, #16
Vaughan, Ontario L4L 9P1
The E-Hanger In-Home Media
Recyclable clothing hanger manufacturer
Andy Fannis
8481 Keele Street, #10
Concord, Ontario L4K 1Z7 |
Testimonials
From Howard Klerer, Harkel Office Furniture Ltd.:
"Thank you for the opportunity and support to promote the networking event on November 19, 2009. As you know, "networking and business development" is a passion of mine. I know that in order to grow your business, you must learn how to do it right. I am hoping that the members that attended found the seminar worthwhile. Educating our members to help them grow their business is another added value and reason to join and stay with the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce.
Thanks again!"
To read more about the event, please click here!
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Holiday Time Management Tips
From Dimitri Giankoulas, Pure Motivation Fitness:
Write out your whole week in advance on a single sheet so you can view it all at once. This will allow you to plan ahead for the whole week rather than looking at your towering to-do list that keeps piling up everyday.
To read more tips, please click here!
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Have a Safe & Happy Holiday Season!
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Business Achievement Awards Nominations EXTENDED!
 The DEADLINE for Business Achievement Awards Nominations have been EXTENDED to December 18th! The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce celebrates business excellence in the City of Vaughan with our Business Achievement Awards . The 2010 Business Achievement Awards will bestow "Business of the Year" recognition to nominees in a number of various categories. All businesses who operate in Vaughan are eligible to nominate their own company, a client or a supplier or any company who deserves recognition!
CLICK HERE for more information, and to access our Nomination Form! |
The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce has a new home and we will be moving on December 15, 2009!
Due to the move, we will not be able to hold our annual Open House, but stay tuned for more information on our "Grand Opening" in the New Year!
Our new address for your records is:
25 Edilcan Drive, Unit #2
Vaughan, ON L4K 3S4
Our phone and fax numbers will remain the same.
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Olympic Torch to Arrive in Vaughan!
Don't Miss this Historic Event!
On Friday, December 18, 2009, the Olympic Torch Relay will be celebrated with the arrival of the torch convoy in Vaughan at approximately 5:00pm! Please click here for detailed route maps and more information! |
The Vaughan Chamber's Annual Mayor's Luncheon
Mark your calendar for Wednesday, January 20, 2010, for the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce's Annual Mayor's Luncheon. This is your opportunity to hear about the City of Vaughan's 2010 initiatives and issues directly from Mayor Linda Jackson.
For more information and to register, please click here!
Event proudly sponsored by Rentex Realty.
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Budget Meeting Held on December 4!
The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce held a special breakfast session on Friday, December 4, 2009 with two special guests from the City of Vaughan.
City Manager Clayton Harris and Ward 5 Councillor Alan Shefman presented the City's 2010 Draft Budget, and were on hand to answer questions and gather input.
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Proven Networking Strategies Revealed!
After-Hours Event a Huge Success!
 On Thursday, November 19, 2009, Chamber members and guests were treated to invaluable networking tips to help uncover hidden business opportunities. Global Group's Lori McConnell, Director of Corporate Training, was on hand to both instruct and inspire the crowd.
Click here to read more about this well-received event! |
Successful Green Businesses
Breakfast Offers Valuable Tips!
On Friday, November 13, 2009, the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce learned from three remarkable businesses who are achieving financial success with surprisingly simple methods! Speakers from PowerStream, Earth Rangers, and the Toronto Zoo shared some of their success-building tips.
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Committee Corner
The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce is committed to providing top-notch events to its members. With that in mind, the Organizing Committee of the newly created "Women's Symposium" is hard at work planning an invaluable event for women in the spring of 2010.
Using results based from a survey taken at the recent "Success in the City" event on October 22, 2009, the Women's Symposium is sure to address the needs of the Vaughan Chamber's business women.
Below, from left to right, this Committee consists of Iana Alexander, Toni Alaimo, Mary Patrick, Rosemary Walker, Debbie Conte, Deborah Bonk Greenwood, Chelsea Dell, Mary Sorrenti, and Susi Graf. Missing from the photograph is Lynne Wallace and Emma O'Dwyer.
Stay tuned for more on the upcoming Women's Symposium, spring 2010! |
Ontario Chamber Business Awards
Vaughan Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Deborah Bonk Greenwood recently attended the Ontario Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Business Achievement Awards on November 25, 2009. The event, with CBC's Dragon's Den co-stars Arlene Dickinson and Kevin O'Leary as the M.C.'s, celebrated the extraordinary success of 12 businesses.
To read more about the 2009 OCC Business Achievement Awards, please click here. |
New Members Welcomed to the Vaughan Chamber
Welcome to some of the Vaughan Chamber's newest members. Below, from left to right, Vanessa Censoni of Scott Funeral Homes, Armando Alas of esales Traffic, Chelsea Dell, Norbram Insurance representative, Tari Seaton of Voloper Creations Inc., and Jo-Anne Sta. Maria of Mom & Jo's Bistro take advantage of the Chamber's New Member Orientation which was held on November 18, 2009.
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Energy Retrofit Programs Available!
Did you know that businesses can apply for various retrofit programs? The Ontario Power Authority has prepared a listing of programs, rebates and incentives that can help save business owners valuable energy and money!
Please click here to get a listing of what may be available for you and your business. |
Women Outpacing Men as Small Business Owners
Female entrepreneurs are driving some of Canada's most successful small ventures, according to Profit magazine in its recently released annual ranking of the top 100 women entrepreneurs. They're now also far outpacing their male counterparts.
To read the rest of this article, please click here. |
Earth Rangers: Bringing Back the Wild!
Earth Rangers have launched their Pilot Program called "Bring Back the Wild". Bring Back The Wild is a kid-powered campaign to support the creation of animal habitats by funding the planting of 100,000 trees in Ontario Provincial Parks. For every $5 dollars raised, Earth Rangers will plant a tree in Bronte Creek, Spring Waters or Sandbanks Provincial Parks on behalf of the donor. A portion of the donation will also go towards supporting our education programs. To learn more about the program, please click here! |
Limiting Credit Can Increase Cash Flow
Consistent cash flow is critical to starting and maintaining a business, but often overlooked are the obvious ways to increase cash flow without acquiring more customers or sales.
Having too many customers with credit, too much available credit, and inconsistent payment terms make a retailer vulnerable.
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A Practical Guide to H1N1
Although the vaccination program for the H1N1 influenza virus is well under way, it's still a prudent idea to understand the virus, and protect yourself and your business from it. To read about practical tips to keep your staff healthy this flu season, please click here. | |
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There's still time to register for one of the Vaughan Chamber's most popular events of the year, the Annual Festive Luncheon! Join us and enjoy the opportunity to catch up with old friends and make some new acquaintances! Treat your hard-working staff! It's a wonderful way to start the holiday season.
