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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.- August 22, 2011: Etobicoke & Mimico Creeks Charity Golf Tournament
- September 8, 2011: Getting Results from Lean & Green 101
- September 14, 2011: 8th Annual Caledon Council Community Golf Tournament
- September 14, 2011: Caledon SBEC ~ Canada Revenue Agency "Small Business Seminar"
- September 15, 2011: LED Innovations and Incentives
- September 15, 2011: Growing Your Business Breakfast Event ~ Building Your Dream Advisory Team
- September 20, 2011: The Value of Water
- September 22, 2011: Caledon SBEC ~ Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- September 23, 2011: On the Cutting Edge ~ Energy
- September 28, 2011: Measuring, Reporting and Reducing Your Environmental Footprint
- September 29, 2011: Green Economics
- October 13, 2011: Caledon SBEC ~ Small Business Startup
Click the links above for more information on each event. |
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CALLING ALL GOLFERS!!!
8th Annual Caledon Council Community Golf Tournament - Sep. 14, 2011 | | |
Time is running out to register for the 8th Annual Caledon Council Community Golf Tournament, which 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 Farmers' Market Offers Something for Everyone. | | |
 The Caledon Farmers' Market offers something to tempt everyone's taste buds.
Whether you are looking for fresh local organic greens and veggies, plump ripe fruit, delectable shortbread and baked goods, honey, maple syrup, fudge, chocolate  and other sweet treats - the Caledon Farmers' Market has it all.
There is also an assortment of fresh, frozen and cured meat products including lamb, pork, beef and turkey, as well as cheese, cider and authentic Polish perogies and cabbage rolls - made from scratch!
You may even find the perfect gift in the form of a photo print, hand-crafted soap, stained-glass jewellery or colourful birdhouse or garden accessory.
The Caledon Farmers' Market offers a different theme each week, which guides the scheduled  activities for children (in our Market Sprouts Club), culinary demonstrations, and special offers from participating vendors.
The Market's pet-friendly atmosphere also makes it a great venue for the whole family to enjoy the outdoors and get to know some of the many local artisans and producers of nutritious and delicious foods.
For more information about the Market, to sign up for The Market Message e-newsletter or view its Facebook profile page, visit: www.caledon.ca/farmersmarket. |
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Bolton BIA Launches New Website and Facebook Page | | |
 Hot on the heels of its tremendously successful Midnight Madness event on August 12th, the Bolton Business Improvement Area (BIA) has launched a new website and Facebook page.
Both of these tools will allow the BIA to promote news and up coming events on behalf of its member businesses and draw shoppers from across Caledon and beyond into the downtown area.
To find a business in the BIA area or to keep up with what's going on in Bolton's historic commercial core, visit: www.mybolton.com or CLICK HERE to visit the BIA's Facebook profile. |
| Caledon International Trade Survey | |
 Under the guidance of the Caledon Economic Development Advisory Committee (CEDAC), the Town of Caledon's Economic Development Department is developing an active and robust Business Ambassador Program in an effort to assist Caledon-based businesses gain access to foreign markets. To assist in this endeavour, business owners and representatives are invited to complete a brief questionnaire, which can be viewed and completed by clicking HERE.
The feedback captured by this survey will be used to shape the development of the Business Ambassador Program.
For more information on CEDAC or the Business Ambassador Program, contact the Caledon Economic Development Department by calling 905.584.2272 or via e-mail at edc@caledon.ca. |
| SummerFeast and Destination Equitation | | |
This year's event features 12 of the region's finest dining destinations offering gourmet menus at exceptional prices. The following five Caledon-based establishments are participating:
For the complete list of restaurants, menus and prices, visit www.summerfeast.ca.
 Horses in the Hills: Destination Equitation - a 9-day celebration of the Hills of Headwaters' strong equine culture and traditions - will take place from September 24 to October 2, 2011.
It includes a full roster of family-friendly events that include stable tours, a breeders' parade, equestrian competitions, art exhibits and much more.
Click HERE for the full schedule of events.
For more information about the Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association and upcoming events throughout the region, visit www.thehillsofheadwaters.com. |
| A New Family Physician in Caledon East | |
Family physicians play an integral role in providing primary health care and are essential in creating a healthy community to live, work, play and raise a family.
To this end, the Town of Caledon welcomes Dr. Ioana Tita to the community.
Dr. Tita opened her family practice in the Caledon East Medical Clinic, 15955 Airport Road, in July. To register as a patient please call 905.584.9377. The Town of Caledon's Economic Development Department maintains a list of family physicians accepting new patients on its website. Click HERE to view the list. |
| Caledon Business Profiles | |
This section is dedicated to profiling Caledon's new or newly expanded businesses, as well as businesses that have recently celebrated significant milestones, which operate in the Town of Caledon.  Four Corners Bakery
A: Corner of Ann St. and Sterne St., Bolton
Contact: Joe Agostino, Owner
Four Corners Bakery is a family-owned and operated business in Bolton's downtown core.
It opened on August 10, 2011 and prepares daily a variety of delectable foods including fresh Italian breads, cakes, pastries and pastas for take out.
Customers may also eat-in and enjoy a fresh made sandwich or a hot pizza slice with a beverage and a sweet dessert treat. Catering services are also available.
For more information about the products and services offered by Four Corners Bakery, contact Joe Agostino at 905.951.6779.
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. |
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SAVE THE DATE:
Caledon Mayor's Business Breakfast Event - October 19, 2011 | | |
 The next Town of Caledon Mayor's Business Breakfast will take place on Wednesday, October 19, 2011.
October is Small Business Month across Canada and the theme for this event will be:
Marketing and Promotion Solutions for Businesses of all Sizes.
It will include a networking breakfast followed by a keynote presentation by renowned business author and marketing coach Larry Easto.
In May of this year Mr Easto also collaborated with the Town of Caledon's Economic Development Department to develop The Best Internet Marketing Course for Small Business.
Admission is FREE and ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
The venue is still being finalized and these details will be announced shortly.
To register, please e-mail edc@caledon.ca or call 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. |
| 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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| 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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SummerFeast: A Culinary Experience In the Hills of Headwaters
One of the strategic objectives within the 