Vaughan Chamber of Commerce
In this issue...
Message from the Chair
New Members
Wine Pairing with Rossana Magnotta!
Let's Talk Exports
Annual Golf Tournament!
Colossal Chamber Connection Event
Peer Learning: Searching for Business Excellence
Discount Travel to CHINA
Exclusive INSURANCE Discount
Canadian Chamber Reviews Federal Budget
Member Ron Minken Speaking at Canadian High Commission
Boardroom For Rent!

The Chronicle

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June 2011

Dear Members:

Michael

Another busy month is upon us!  At the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce, we are constantly bringing Chamber members a variety of events, programs and benefits and this month is no exception!

 

June is traditionally the month that the Vaughan Chamber holds our Annual Golf Tournament, and this year, the popular event in question will be held on Monday, June 27th.  Being held once again at The Country Club in Woodbridge, this event is already almost full!  Make sure you don't miss out - register today!  Registration information will be found further down this newsletter.

 

The Vaughan Chamber is also participating once again in a multi-Chamber event that proved to be wildly successful last year: The Colossal Chamber Connection Event.  Participants include TEN Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade from across York Region and their members.  There are already well over 400 registrants attending this event, so this is one amazing networking opportunity you don't want to miss.

 

Another incredible event we are holding this month is the "Women to Women: Wine Pairing with Rossana" event.  This unique event will be held this Thursday in the Magnotta Wine Cellars.  Rossana Magnotta will be hosting this fabulous evening, giving pointers on elegant and delicious wine pairings.  There are only a few spots left for this gathering, so make sure you register as soon as possible.  The link for registration can be found below.

 

Of course, our Vaughan Chamber of Commerce Business Academy (VCCBA) programs continue to give you added value to your membership .... the next Peer Learning session will be held on June 22nd on the topic of "Effective Communication".

 

Remember, you are a vital part of the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce.  It's because of people like you that we can say: "membership has its privileges".  To get the most from your membership, participate in as many of our events as you can and if possible, join one of our active committees and become really involved in promoting  and working for our ever growing and diverse business community.

 


Sincerely,

Michael Manett  
Chairman of the Board of Directors

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Actron Security Systems    
Security, Protective & Investigative Services
Dino Di Gregorio 
7500 Martin Grove Road, Unit 6         
Woodbridge, Ontario  L4L 8S9

 

BO Optik               
Optical Eyewear
Michael Bohbot    
606 Rivermede Road, Unit 13             
Concord, Ontario  L4K 2H6

 

CAA South Central Ontario               
Travel Services & Support   
Jennifer Elder       
60 Commerce Valley Drive E              
Thornhill, Ontario  L3T 7P9

 

Greenpower Capital              
Financial Services

Reza Ghazi            
114 Townwood Drive           
Richmond Hill, Ontario  L4E 4T1

 

Performance Enterprises    
Cleaning Supplies & Services
Ron Annabelle      
55 Logwood Drive
Maple, Ontario  L6A 3C8

 

RBC Royal Bank  
Financial Institution
Blake Butler           
3300 Highway 7, 2nd Floor 
Concord, Ontario  L4K 4M3

 

Salson Electric Ltd.             
Electricians / Electrical Contractors
Frank Gugliuzzi    
80 Carlauren Road, Unit 4   
Woodbridge, Ontario  L4L 7Z5

 

Staff Plus              
Employment Agencies
Brenda Simon       
2 Director Court, Unit 201    
Woodbridge, Ontario  L4L 3Z5

 

Toronto Real Estate Board
Real Estate - Agents & Brokers
Cynthia Lee           
1400 Don Mills Road           
Toronto, Ontario  M3B 3N1

 

Value Village Stores            
Retail Sales & Service
Jacob Omorodion
101 Northview Boulevard    
Vaughan, Ontario  L4L 8X9

 

Vertigo Lounge     
Amusement & Recreation
Bina Coccia          
688 Chrislea Road, Unit 2   
Woodbridge, Ontario  L4L 8K9



                                              
 

 




Women to Women: Wine Pairing with Rossana!

 


Members!
You are invited to an EXCLUSIVE Women's Networking event at Magnotta Winery!

 

Join us on Thursday, June 9 as we meet business owner and wine expert Rossana Magnotta herself in the Magnotta Cellars.  There, Rossana will share her tips and suggestions on successful and elegant wine pairings.

 

Don't miss this FANTASTIC networking event!  Space is extremely limited, so register TODAY to secure your spot for this incredible event! 

 

Date: Thursday, June 9, 2011

Time: 4:00 - 7:00pm

Venue: Magnotta Winery, 271 Chrislea Road, Woodbridge 

 

To register for this event or for more information, please click here.  Event generously sponsored by Magnotta Winery and Royal LePage Your Community Realty.

  

Let's Talk Exports Luncheon Informative & Well Attended  

   

Peter HallThe Vaughan Chamber of Commerce brought Export Development Canada's annual "Let's Talk Exports" luncheon to our members last Wednesday, June 1.  The popular session presented the most up-to-date information available on the global economy and how it impacts business.  Peter Hall, EDC's Vice President and Chief Economist, held an engaging presentation featuring the latest information on the global economy and the impact it will have on Canadian businesses.
Attendees heard about the unique opportunities and risks that will be surfacing in 2011-2012; the export outlook for your industry sector; how to succeed in the marketplace; and more. To see more pictures of the event, please click here!

 

VCC Annual Golf Tournament!   

Event to be held on Monday, June 27, 2011  


The Vaughan Chamber Annual Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, June 27, 2011 at The Country Club in Woodbridge.  Don't miss this fun annual event, complete with lunch and dinner, a full 18 holes, and lots of networking!  To register, please click here. 

There are only TWO Hole Sponsorship opportunities available!

Please contact Jennifer Coletta-Rashty at 905-761-1366, ext. 221!

 

Colossal Chamber Connection Event    

Back by popular demand!    

 

partyJoin us once again for one of the largest networking events going, as members from ten York Region Chambers of Commerce come together for a fabulous evening of networking! Sponsored by The Manor byPeterandPauls.com, this event will also feature amazing door prizes and lots of delicious hors d'oeuvres.       

       

Date: Monday, June 13, 2011
Time: 5:30 - 7:30pm

Location: The Manor byPeterandPauls.com, 16750 Weston Road, Kettleby  

 
Members: $25.00 + HST    
Non-Members: $35.00 + HST 

 

Pre-registration is required! To register or for more information, please click here!              

  
Next Peer Learning Session:

Effective Communication  


Struggling to communicate effectively with your sales clients, employees, peers, and partners?
  Join facilitator Joe Pampena as he helps you develop an understanding of the "Neuro-Linguistic Programming Communications Model".  Through interactive learning, you will discover how people process information which you can then use to successfully communicate to a variety of client personalities.  

For more information and to register,  please click here  

 

Date: Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Time: 7:30 - 9:30am
Location: Vaughan Chamber of Commerce, 25 Edilcan Drive, Unit #2, Vaughan

 

Register early!  Limited space available!    

Travel to CHINA with the Vaughan Chamber! 

Exclusive Member Promotion!   
 
Join the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce for an exciting adventure to China from March 31 to April 9, 2012!
 
Discover China with members from the business and academic sectors as well as travellers from the Vaughan community.  You'll get the chance to see for yourself amazing sights such as the Great Wall of China, the Ming Tombs, Tian An Men Square, and much more!
Watch for exciting details on this EXCLUSIVE trip to be released later this week!  We will be holding an Orientation Meeting on June 29th so make sure you save the date! 

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All Vaughan Chamber members and qualifying staff are eligible for this special offer from isure.ca, operated by Belpac Capri Insurance Brokers Limited.  There is NO COST to employers for providing this offer.  Simply call for a no-obligation  Home or Automobile insurance quote.   Click here to read further details on the benefits to you, our Vaughan Chamber of Commerce member!
 

... Membership Has Its Privileges!

Canadian Chamber of Commerce Weighs In on the Federal Budget  

Good News for Canadian Employers    
 

The Canadian Chamber believes measures announced in yesterday's federal budget will continue to support the economic recovery by helping Canadian businesses prosper, compete and create jobs.

"We are pleased that this budget reflects the one tabled in March," said Canadian Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Perrin Beatty. "The government has endorsed our call for a plan to return to budget balance in the medium term by committing to eliminate the deficit by 2014-15 without raising taxes on businesses and families," Beatty added. "This will secure the fiscal flexibility that is crucial to our long-term competitiveness and it is encouraging that the government continues to focus on strengthening the economy and creating jobs. That is what businesses and Canadians need now."
To read more about the budget and the Canadian Chamber's analysis, please click here.

Member Ron Minken To Make a High-Profile Presentation     


Congratulations to Chamber member Ron Minken!

Minken Employment Lawyers have announced that Ron Minken, the firm's Managing Lawyer, will be speaking at the Canadian High Commission to the Canada-United Kingdom Chamber of Commerce in London, England at the Canadian Embassy on Wednesday, June 8, 2011. 

His topic is "Doing Business in Canada - Employment Law & Immigration Law Essentials".   

To learn more about the presentation, please click here

Business Luncheons and Training Sessions  

Look No Further Than the Vaughan Chamber!   

Looking for a location to hold your staff training session?
  Hold your event at the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce!  We have the perfect location for your gathering. Our on-site boardroom will work as the ideal environment for your sessions. Private, neutral and located centrally in Vaughan, our meeting room can be adapted to suit your needs. With a full kitchen and two restrooms, our boardroom will be just what you need for your sessions, whatever they may be. 
For more information, please click here or call Lori today at 905-761-1366, ext 224, or email lori@vaughanchamber.ca.

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