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The Chronicle
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November 2011
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Dear Members:
It's hard to believe how quickly the months have flown by. Summer seems like a distant memory, and the holiday season looms ahead. As always the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce has spent much of its time and energy on our members, and on how we can use our resources to benefit you.
One of the most significant tasks we had occurred this week, on Monday, October 31. The VCC's Policy Committee was invited to make a presentation to the House of Commons Standing Committee on green energy initiatives. As Vaughan has been hard hit during this recession with many manufacturing job losses, the Chamber has been working on this submission to the Standing Committee to encourage "green energy" programs (particularly solar energy) which would kick-start our local economy and hopefully start a re-hiring progression. The presentation included a recommendation that Canada would be well-served by the funding and establishment of an industry association that would recognize Canada as a potential world leader in the solar industry, promote business opportunities associated with the solar industry, and explore opportunities for public and private sector partnerships to further the solar industry.
I attended the presentation with Policy Chair Lynne Wallace and I believe that the presentation went very well. When questioned as to where the Chamber stood on raising or lowering taxes, the Chamber's response was that, in speaking for small and mid-sized business, that in a time of so much economic uncertainty, we didn't feel that raising taxes was a wise choice for business.
As the Chair of the Vaughan Chamber Board of Directors, and as a member of the VCC's Policy Committee, I am committed to being a voice on behalf of our members to all levels of government. I am proud of what the Policy Committee has accomplished in a short time. As a member of the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce, you can be rest assured that businesses in Vaughan ARE being served and spotlighted at the national level through this type of work.
Til next month,
Michael Manett
Chairman of the Board of Directors
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500 Highway 7 East
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Annual Chamber Festive Luncheon
A Vaughan Chamber Tradition!
 The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce is pleased to hold our Annual Festive Luncheon
again this year! It's the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends, colleagues, business contacts, and of course, your Vaughan Chamber support team! We will also be holding a food and toy drive to benefit those less fortunate in the City of Vaughan. In return for your support, all donors will be entered into a draw for fantastic prizes!
Date: Friday, December 9, 2011
Time: 11:30am - 2:00pm
Location: Springhill Suites Marriot Toronto Vaughan
Don't miss this annual holiday event, complete with great food and great entertainment!
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2nd Annual Women to Women Event
We Inspired ... Empowered ... Connected!
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Event Moderator and Sponsor of the Keynote Speaker Vivian Risi accepts a Certificate of Appreciation from VCC President & CEO Deborah Bonk Greenwood.
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The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce's 2nd Annual "Women to Women: Inspire. Empower. Connect" event was held on November 2 and was a phenomenal success!!
The afternoon was informative, engaging, and downright fun! Guest speakers included Rossana Magnotta, President & CEO of Magnotta Winery, Donna Cansfield, MPP Etobicoke Centre and P.A. to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and Lara Dodo, Regional V.P. at Robert Half Technology. The day's event was also moderated by Vivian Risi of Royal LePage Your Community Realty.
The special guest speaker was none other than Dr. Natasha Turner, ND, who spoke to a rapt audience on "How to Restore Hormonal Balance in 30 Days".
To see more pictures of the event, please click here!
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Welcome to the Vaughan Chamber's CHINA Adventure
Have you always wanted to visit the Far East? Then join the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce for an exciting adventure to China from April 16 - 25, 2012!
Discover China with members from the business and academic sectors as well as travellers from the Vaughan community. You'll see famous and awe-inspiring sights such as the Great Wall of China, the Ming Tombs, Tian An Men Square, and much more!
Vaughan Chamber President & CEO Deborah Bonk Greenwood has just returned from the same tour, and she will be holding an ORIENTATION session for those who have booked or are interested in booking. Deborah will share with you her experiences, her pictures, and her handy tips! The Orientation session will be held on Tuesday, November 8th at 4pm at the VCC office at 25 Edilcan Drive, Unit 2, Vaughan. Space is extremely limited, so please RSVP to Deedee or Marina.
Learn more about this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity ... Click here for more details!
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Create Your Future Success
Series finishes on November 17, 2011
Join the Vaughan Chamber for the third and final instalment of "Creating Your Future Success"! Join facilitator Joe Pampena as he focuses Session #3 on "S.M.A.R.T. Goals". You will learn about the five principals for goal success, steps for putting a single goal in your future, defining a S.M.A.R.T. goal, and more!
CLICK HERE to see an brief, informative video testimonial on Joe's work!
Session #2 Date: Thursday, November 17, 2011
Time: 7:30am (Continental Breakfast Included!)
Seminar: 8:00 - 10:00am
Location: Vaughan Chamber of Commerce, 25 Edilcan Drive, Unit #2, Vaughan L4K 3S4
Members Only Cost per Session: $49 + HST = $55.37
To learn more and to register for this event, please click here.
For more information please call 905-761-1366 ext. 223 or email deedee@vaughanchamber.ca.
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NOMINATIONS for the VCC Business Achievement Awards Are DUE in 3 Weeks!
Deadline date is November 25!
 It's that time of year again! The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce Business Achievement Awards celebrate business excellence in the City of Vaughan. The 2012 Business Achievement Awards will bestow "Business of the Year" recognition to nominees in a number of various categories. All businesses that operate in Vaughan are eligible to nominate their own company, a client or a supplier or any company who deserves recognition!
Click here to access the Nomination Form!
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Vaughan Chamber Annual Holiday Open House
A chance to catch up with fellow Chamber members!
 The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce would like to invite all our members to our Annual Open House at the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce office!
Please join us for networking, refreshments and good cheer on Friday, December 16, 2011 from 2:00 to 4:00pm.
For more information, our address and registration details, please click here!
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Don't Underestimate the Importance of Healthy Air
The need for clean air in our homes should not be underestimated as Canadians spend an average of 90% of their time indoors. Our homes contain many substances that are hazardous to our health. Indoor air pollutants range from minor irritants such as dust and animal dander, to major irritants such as molds and chemical vapours that may be emitted from building materials and furnishings. It is important to be aware of how air contaminants can affect our health and to adopt corrective measures that will improve indoor air quality in our homes.
To read the rest of this article by Thomas Lorini of Novatec Machining, please click here.
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