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2010: A Look Back | |
 2010 has been a remarkable year. From cheering on Team Canada (which included Caledon residents) at the Vancouver Winter Olympics in February and March, to all the buzz around the Municipal election, there was plenty to talk about.
2010 was also a busy year on the Economic Development front. Given this is the last issue of The Business Report for this year, we would like to take a look back at some of the many notable events and highlights from this past year: - In February the Town won two (2) Economic Development Council of Ontario (EDCO) "Awards of Merit" for launching the Caledon Farmers' Market and for the launch of the Bolton Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
- This newsletter - The Business Report - debuted in April and subsequently won an Economic Development Association of Canada (EDAC) "Marketing Canada" award in September.
- In May, the Mayor's Business Breakfast featured a keynote address by Alan Maclauchlan; a Caledon resident, two-time Canadian Olympic Bobsled pilot. Alan is also the Director of Insights Learning & Development and shared his insights into the role that individual and group personalities play in various leadership styles.
- The Caledon Farmers' Market re-opened on June 17 and ended a successful second season on October 17. The Market also launched a Facebook profile page, which was the Town's first foray into the world of Social Media.
- In September, the Caledon Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC) opened for business at the Caledon Community Services (CCS) office to provide support services for entrepreneurs and small businesses in Caledon. The official Grand Opening occurred in November.
- According to the Q3 2010 MarketView Report published by CB Richard Ellis (CBRE), Caledon's industrial property vacancy rate dropped from 22.1% in Q2 to just 7.7% in Q3. This demonstrates a tremendous amount of industrial property absorption since 2009 when the vacancy rate was 35%.
- And, in November the Town launched its Caledon Business Survey, which is designed to collect feedback from Caledon-based business owners/managers regarding the current local business climate. The survey will remain open through December and the results will be tabulated, shared and integrated in the Economic Development strategy for 2011 and beyond.
There will be plenty more to share in 2011.
The Town of Caledon's Economic Development Department would also like to take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a festive and safe holiday season, and a happy and prosperous New Year. |
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Mayor's Business Breakfast - Wednesday, January 12, 2011 | |
 On Wednesday, January 12, 2011 the first Town of Caledon Mayor's Business Breakfast for 2011 will take place in the Embassy Room of The Royal Ambassador Event Centre at 15430 Innis Lake Road in Caledon East.
 This "must attend" networking event will take place from 7:00am until 9:00am and will include a sumptuous buffet breakfast followed by a keynote address by Mayor Marolyn Morrison, who will outline the Town of Caledon's vision for the next term of council and beyond.
Admission is FREE and ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
You can do so either by e-mail at edc@caledon.ca or by calling 905.584.2272 (x4286).
The following information will be required to complete your registration: - attendee name & company
- attendee e-mail address & phone number
NOTE: Seating is limited and registrations will be accepted on a "first-come, first-served" basis.
**SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE**
If you are interested in sponsoring the Mayor's Business Breakfast - and enjoying exclusive promotional privileges at the event - please contact the Economic Development Department via e-mail at edc@caledon.ca or by calling 905.584.2272 (x4286).
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Caledon Business Survey Still Open | |
 We have received excellent response so far to the Caledon Business Survey. However, the more feedback the better. Therefore, we are keeping the survey open for a few extra weeks. We are looking for insight from Caledon-based business owners and managers to help us identify current priorities and develop the best possible strategies and actions that will keep the local economy moving forward.
We value your input. So, if you own and/or operate a business in Caledon, this is your opportunity to provide the Town's Economic Development Department with your suggestions. If you have not already done so, we invite you to take a few moments to participate in this brief survey by CLICKING HERE. All responses are collected anonymously, and we encourage as much detail as you are willing to share. More detail will ensure an accurate "in the trenches" account of Caledon's current business climate. This survey will remain active until December 23, 2010. After this date the results will be tabulated, made public, and integrated into Caledon's Economic Development Strategy for 2011. Thank-you for your assistance. |
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Caledon Businesses Win 2010 Tourism Awards of Excellence | |
 On Wednesday, November 17, 2010 the Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association hosted its annual Tourism Awards of Excellence at the Caledon Country Club in Inglewood.
Of the 14 award categories, Caledon-based businesses claimed four awards, including: The Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association provides tourism development and promotion services on behalf of the Town of Caledon, the Town of Erin and Dufferin County.
For more information about the 2010 Tourism Awards of Excellence, or the Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association, visit www.thehillsofheadwaters.com. |
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Caledon Small Business Enterprise Centre Ribbon Cutting | |
Since September 2010, CCS has managed the Caledon SBEC, on behalf of the Town of Caledon, at CCS's office at the Royal Courtyards on 18 King Street East, Bolton.
 The Caledon SBEC provides a comprehensive suite of business development services, including: business ownership and planning, start-up documentation, management strategies, customer service, staffing, sales skills, and a variety of educational and training opportunities.
For more information about CCS or the Caledon SBEC visit www.ccs4u.org/Caledon-SBEC.aspx or call 905.584.2300 (x216) |
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Local Trucking Entrepreneur Receives Prestigious Industry Award | |
 George Ledson, founder and president of Cavalier Transportation Services Inc., was recently awarded the Shaw-Tracking Ontario Trucking Association Service to Industry Award for 2010 at the Ontario Trucking Association's (OTA) annual gala.
Ledson started his career in 1958 as a credit clerk for Intercity Truck Lines where over the next 20 years he continued to move up from traffic manager, to costing manager, to vice president operations and Toronto terminal manager.
In 1978, he started Cavalier, which began as a consulting company with the Ledson kitchen table as its office but evolved into a successful load brokerage.
In 1985, Cavalier launched its own fleet, providing local cartage and regional service throughout the Greater Toronto Area.
Today, Cavalier employs over 150 people (making it one of Caledon's top employers) and boasts a fleet of 85 trucks, 265 trailers and 250,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space. Its fleet can be found on highways across Canada and the U.S.
The Town of Caledon congratulates Mr. Ledson on his prestigious award. Personally and professionally, Mr. Ledson is greatly appreciated and respected for the many contributions he has made to the local economy and this community. |
| Bolton Community Improvement Plan (CIP) | | |
Thinking of renovating the façade of your building or improving the landscaping at your property? Perhaps you are contemplating a complete redevelopment of your site?
If you are an industrial or commercial landowner in the community of Bolton you may be eligible for financial incentive grants from the Town of Caledon.
In April 2009, after months of research and public consultation, Town of Caledon Council adopted the Bolton Community Improvement Plan (CIP), and companion Urban Design Guidelines, for the Bolton Community Improvement Project Area.
There are eight (8) financial incentive grant programs in the Bolton CIP, including:
- tax increment equivalent grants
- development charge grants
- application and permit fee grants
- building and façade improvement grants
- energy retrofit grants
- landscape improvement grants
- mixed use construction/conversion grants
- environmental study grants
For more information regarding the Bolton CIP, CLICK HERE, or contact Sandra Dolson, Economic Development Officer at sandra.dolson@caledon.ca or by calling 905.584.2272 x4152. |
| Caledon Investment Activity Update | |
 Best Buy's newest Canadian distribution centre hosted its Grand Opening event on Thursday, November 18, 2010. The 600,000+ sq. ft. distribution centre was developed, and is managed, by Toronto-based Income Growth & Realty Investments (IGRI). It services retail stores from Winnipeg, Manitoba to St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador, with the bulk of its inventory distributed throughout the GTA and Southern Ontario. The distribution centre employs 35 regular full-time staff as well as another 30 to 40 on a seasonal basis to ensure its retail outlets are well stocked for Back to School and the Holiday Season. For more information on the products and services offered by Best Buy Canada, visit their website at: www.bestbuy.ca To stay up-to-date with the latest investment activities in Caledon, visit the Town of Caledon's Economic Development online News Page by CLICKING HERE. |
| Caledon Property Listing Directory | |  The Town of Caledon has recently updated its Property Database to make it easier to find and add listings for commercial and industrial buildings and lands currently available for rent, lease or sale in Caledon.
If you are looking to establish a commercial or industrial enterprise in Caledon you are invited to click CLICK HERE and browse the available properties.
As well, if you own or represent available commercial or industrial properties in Caledon, you are strongly encouraged to ensure they are listed in this database to maximize their exposure.
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| Caledon Business Profiles | | |
This section is dedicated to profiling new or newly expanded businesses, and/or businesses that have recently celebrated significant milestones, that operate in the Town of Caledon.
Log Home Dental
 P: 905.584.7070
F: 905.584.7072
E: team@loghomedental.com
www.loghomedental.com
Contact: Leanne Robertson, Clinic Manager
Having opened its doors on November 29, 2010, Log Home Dental is the newest addition to Caledon's health care community.
The clinic is located in Caledon East on the corner of Airport Road and Old Church Road and is home to the practices of Dr. Jessica Temple and Dr. Jay Fogerty - who have over 20 years of professional experience between them.
Clients may choose from a wide array of services, including: cosmetic dentistry, porcelain veneers, porcelain crowns and bridges, teeth whitening, periodontal care, dental implants, oral cancer screenings, orthodontics, snoring/sleep apnea appliances and sports guards.
Log Home Dental is open Monday through Saturday and new patients are welcome. The public is also invited to visit on Saturday, December 11, 2010 between 9:30am and Noon to enjoy some complimentary pancakes and hot chocolate.
Inspirations
 P: 905.584.4000
E: caledoninspirations@rogers.com
Contact: Luigi Grieco, Proprietor
Located in what was Bell's Framing & Fine Art, at 16078 Airport Road in Caledon East, Inspirations opened for business on June 1, 2010.
A new business, currently employing two people, it offers an eclectic mixture of products, services and gift ideas, including: fine art, portrait and artwork framing, home accents, children's toys and pet products. Customers are also encouraged to visit the espresso bar located on-site.
It could be where you find the perfect gift for that "difficult to buy for" person on your holiday shopping list.
If you have recently established, moved, expanded or celebrated a significant milestone with your Caledon-based business, and would like it to be listed in an upcoming issue of The Business Report, please e-mail the Economic Development Department at edc@caledon.ca. |
| Time to Update your Caledon Business Directory Listing | | |
The Caledon Business Directory is one of the most popular destinations for visitors to the Town of Caledon's website.
Caledon's Economic Development Department is in the process of updating its award-winning and easy-to-use Business Directory CD.
Therefore, if your business is based in Caledon, you do not want to be left out of this effective search tool.
There is no charge to list or update your business info, and the process takes only a minute or less.
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On Wednesday, November 24, 2010 Caledon Community Services (CCS) and 
