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Special Events and Seminars | |
 As part of our ongoing effort to keep you apprised of the latest business-related events and training opportunities available in this area, we are pleased to list the following upcoming events for your consideration.Click the links above for more information on each event. |
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May 4, 2011 Mayors' Business Breakfast Recap | | |
 On Wednesday, May 4, 2011 the second Town of Caledon Mayor's Business Breakfast event for 2011 took place at the beautiful Caledon Country Club at 2121 Olde Baseline Road in Inglewood.
This high profile networking and educational event was sponsored by Hydro One, Enbridge, Smart Commute Brampton Caledon, and Ameresco - who were all in attendance to share information on their services and programs.
The keynote speaker was Dr. Bob Willard - a renowned environmental guru, author and founder of The Sustainability Advantage, who led an interactive presentation titled "The Business Case for Greening Your Business".
During this presentation, Dr. Willard provided a number of examples of companies and organizations of all sizes who have improved their operations and efficiency and reduced expenses by adopting sustainable business practices.
Dr. Willard's presentation can be downloaded by CLICKING HERE.
The next Mayor's Business Breakfast event will take place on October 19, 2011 - during Small Business Month. Details will be announced in future issues of The Business Report. |
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Public Information Meeting - June 1, 2011 Development Charge By-Law 2009-090 Amendment | | |
 The Town of Caledon will be holding a public information meeting, pursuant to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, to present and obtain input on the proposed amendment to Development Charges By-law 2009-090 (a by-law to impose and provide for the payment of development charges for municipal services in the Town of Caledon).
The purpose of the amendment is to provide Development Charge exemptions or discounts for:
- "Green" non-retail, non-residential development
- Bed and breakfast establishments
- Hotel, motel or lodge facilities that provide temporary overnight accommodation for the travelling public and contain more than 29 overnight guest rooms
The public information meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Town of Caledon Town Hall, 6311 Old Church Road, Caledon East, Ontario L7C 1J6.
A copy of the proposed amendment to Development Charges By-law 2009-090 and the background study will be available commencing May 16, 2011, on the Town's website in the Corporate Services section at www.caledon.ca, and at the Corporate Services Department, Town of Caledon Town Hall, weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. |
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Caledon Farmers' Market Season to Start on June 16, 2011 | | |
 Opening Day for the 2011 Caledon Farmers' Market is Thursday, June 16, 2011 ~ only six short weeks away!
Given the quality and diversity of the vendors that have already registered, this year's Market is shaping up to be the best one yet.
To date, the Market has accepted applications from vendors that will sell an impressive range of products, including: baked goods, fruits and berries, organic greens and vegetables, maple syrup, honey and honey-based products, fresh lamb, flowers and plants, chocolate and fudge, perogies and cabbage rolls, sprouts and a few 'surprises' that will be announced as the opening day approaches
The Market's Advisory Group is also hard at work to ensure there are plenty of activities available for kids and grown-ups alike.
For more information about the Market, to sign up for The Market Message e-newsletter or visit its Facebook profile page, please see the Caledon Farmers' Market webpage at: www.caledon.ca/farmersmarket.
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The Best Internet Marketing Course for Small Business | | |
 Due to a collaboration between the Town of Caledon and Larry Easto, a best-selling business writer and marketing coach, The Best Internet Marketing Course for Small Business has been developed to provide online training for all small businesses, wherever they have Internet access.
The course curriculum, delivered in 10 individual 60-minute online sessions, was developed based on the results of the Caledon Business Survey - completed by the Town of Caledon's Economic Development Department between November 2010 and January 2011.
The course, which launched on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 focuses on four key areas of professional development training that would improve a small business' performance:
- sales, marketing & promotional planning
- Internet & email marketing
- customer service & retention
- strategic business planning
Each session is subject to a minimum of five (5) and maximum of 15 participants to ensure all participants are provided the attention required to optimize the learning experience.
Participants may choose from from five time slots between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
The course rate also varies depending upon the number of sessions chosen - ranging from $15/session (1-4 sessions) to $10/session (entire 10-session course).
For additional information or to register please CLICK HERE. |
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Caledon Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards Correction | |
The Town of Caledon, Economic Development Department regrets this error and congratulates EcoMedia on being selected for this award. |
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8th Annual Caledon Council Community Golf Tournament - Sep. 14, 2011 | | |
 The 8th Annual Caledon Council Community Golf Tournament will take place on September 14, 2011 at Osprey Valley Resorts, in Alton.
This highly anticipated annual event starts at 8:30 a.m. and includes all of the following:
- breakfast followed by a shotgun-start, 18 hole "best ball" tournament on either the Hoot or the Toot course (power cart included)
- a post-tournament cocktail reception
- a banquet dinner, prize draws and goodie bag
- and, opportunities to network with Councillors, Town Staff and local business leaders
Players may register in teams of up to four, or as individuals to be assigned to a foursome.
Each year, the Caledon Council Community Golf Tournament supports a Caledon-based community agency.
 This year, tournament proceeds will support Hospice Caledon Bethell House - a local non-profit agency that provides compassionate end-of-life care for residents of the Central West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN).
Both sponsorship and player spaces are limited and registrants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Payments may be made via cheque, or Visa or Mastercard.
For more information on the tournament, sponsorship opportunities and to view/download the registration form; CLICK HERE.
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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, which operate in the Town of Caledon.
 Mille Notte Lingerie
A: 4 Queen Street North, Bolton
Mille Notte Lingerie first opened its doors in May of 1999, when owner Rosa Alvarez founded the high-end boutique in Bolton's downtown core. While it is predominantly a retailer of fine European lingerie products, Mille Notte specializes in bra fittings.
The store also features a separate private office where Ms. Alvarez offers Mastectomy fittings for breast cancer patients and a Compression Stocking fittings for people with varicose veins.
Mille Notte Lingerie is also very active in the community and plays a leading role with organizing of the annual Pink Tie Gala, which assists breast cancer patients who reside in the Caledon area.
For more information on the products and services offered by Mille Notte Lingerie, visit: www.millenotte.com.
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. |
| 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 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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| Town of Caledon Featured in Canadian Business Magazine | | |
 The Town of Caledon was featured in the May 8, 2011 issue of Canadian Business magazine.
In an article titled ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: Ontario's Secret to Success, Caledon was among a small number of municipalities that were singled out as ideal locations for establishing and expanding business operations in Ontario.
The article pointed out that these locations offer a mixture of benefits including: access to transportation systems, land availability, competitive development and operating costs and availability of skilled labour.
Caledon's Green Development Program was given a special mention, as was its special status of being twice named the Greenest Town in Ontario.
CLICK HERE to view the article. |
| UPDATE: Bolton Community Improvement Plan (CIP) | | |
On April 5, 2011 Caledon Council adopted a report which will see the approval authority for CIP Financial Incentive Grant Programs be delegated to the Treasurer. The Treasurer will only approve applications that have received unanimous recommendation from the CIP Review Panel.
This will reduce the processing time of completed Grant Applications to approximately two weeks.
The Financial Incentive Grant Programs provide an opportunity for the Town of Caledon to promote redevelopment, revitalization and beautification in the community.
Therefore, there is a great potential benefit for Bolton's industrial and commercial property and business owners who apply for the CIP Grant Programs to assist with the cost of their improvement projects.
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. |
| 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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| Accessible Customer Service Standards | | |
 In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), all Ontario businesses with at least one employee will have to comply with the Accessible Customer Service Standard by January 1, 2012
The Accessibility Standards for Customer Service applies to all people, businesses and organizations that:
- provide goods or services either directly to the public or to other businesses or organizations
- have one or more employees in Ontario
This includes public, non-profit and private sector organizations.
In order to comply to this standard, companies must meet a variety of requirements to ensure Ontarians with disabilities have access to the same goods and services that able-bodied Ontarians - the number of requirements depending on the size of the business or organization.
For more information about the AODA or the Accessible Customer Service Standard, including how your business or organization may be affected, CLICK HERE. |
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In the April issue of The Business Report there was an error in the naming of the winners of the 2011 