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2011: A Look Back | |
 2011 was another 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:- The popular Mayor's Business Breakfast series series commenced on January 12 at the Royal Ambassador Event Centre with a keynote address from newly re-elected Mayor Marolyn Morrison, followed by a lively "Question and Answer" session.
- The Caledon Hotel Market Study was released in February and resulted in a flurry of activity from prospective hotel developers. In October, the Town received a re-zoning application for the purpose of developing a hotel in Bolton.
- Also in February, the results of the Caledon Business Survey were released, which provided excellent insight into the current state of the local business environment and the needs of business owners and managers.
- On May 4, the Caledon Country Club was the venue for the second Mayor's Business Breakfast event, this time featuring renowned professor, author and sustainability guru Dr. Bob Willard.
- 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 Caledon Farmers' Market re-opened on June 16 and ended a successful third season on October 6.
- In July, the Town of Caledon announced its involvement in the Ontario Food Cluster - a new provincial designed to attract foreign investment and create more businesses in Ontario's agri-food sector.
- September saw the release of the Q1 & Q2 Economic Indicators Summary, which showed that Caledon's economic environment continues to improve. The Q3 & Q4 summary will be released in 2012.
- In October, Prologis received LEED Silver Certification from the Canada Green Building Council for its Prologis Park Bolton development.
- Also, on October 19, the final Mayor's Business Breakfast event for 2011 was held at Empire Theatres Bolton. This event featured a keynote address by Mr. Larry Easto on the many marketing benefits of Social Media for businesses and organizations of all sizes and in all industries.
There will be plenty more to share in 2012.
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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Upcoming 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.
Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium:
- January 18, 2011: Brampton/Caledon/Orangeville Strategic Interest Group Event - Continuous Improvement Focus
Partners in Project Green:
- January 26, 2012: Spot the Energy Savings Workshop
- January 26, 2012: Eco-Business Breakfast - Turning Sustainability into Business Success
- February 7, 2012: Energy Management Information Systems
- February 16, 2012: Energy Monitoring
- March 27, 2012: TRIEC Conference
- March 28, 2012: Life Cycle Assessment for Products, Processes & Services
- April 21, 2012: PPG Annual Earth Day Tree Planting & BBQ
RIC Centre:
- January - June 2012: innovate > forward for Advanced Manufacturing Monthly Seminar Series
- January 11, 2012: Smart Outsourcing to Access Key Executives
- February 15, 2012: Raising Capital - Term Sheets
- March 7, 2012: Business Valuation
Click the links above to learn more about each event.
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Caledon Businesses Win 2011 Tourism Awards of Excellence | |
Of the 12 award categories, Caledon-based businesses and individuals 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 - including Orangeville, Shelburne and Mono..
For more information about the 2011 Tourism Awards of Excellence, or the Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association, visit www.thehillsofheadwaters.com. |
| Bolton Community Improvement Plan (CIP) | |  Thinking of renovating the façade of your building or improving the landscaping at your property?
Perhaps you are considering 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.
The Financial Incentive Grant Programs provide opportunities 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. |
| Husky Injection Molding Systems Recognized for Green Initiatives | | |
 Caledon's Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd. was featured in the December 2011 issue of the Pearson Eco-Business Zone newsletter, which is published monthly by GTAA Partners in Project Green.
Husky was recognized due to its efforts to integrate corporate social and environmental responsibility into the core of its business. This is demonstrated through active promotion of environmental technologies and efforts to reduce the impacts of their operations on the environment; employee volunteering in the community, along with supporting numerous charitable organizations; and their commitment to upholding the highest standards of ethical business practices.
 All of these efforts are supported and extended by a culture dedicated to continually improving performance and exceeding their goals.
The company's commitment to sustainability and proactive environmental responsibility is reflected in their numerous green initiatives. These include: projects to reduce energy and water consumption include recycling, natural day lighting, reducing the weight of the end product, landscape naturalization, and an ambitious plan to achieve carbon neutrality by 2025.
As a result, Husky has established a reputation as a global leader in the area of corporate social and environmental responsibility and has been recognized as a model corporate citizen by promoting environmentally responsible technologies, care in communities in which they do business, energy conservation and upholding the highest standards of business conduct.
CLICK HERE to review the full article. |
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Shop Local This Holiday Season | |
 While this time of year is commonly known as the Holiday Season, it is often referred to as "Retail Season" due to the sharp increase in consumer spending that takes place in December.
Caledon is home to nearly 2,500 businesses, including 350 retailers and personal service providers of all types. As a result, Caledon citizens and businesses can effectively and efficiently meet most of their holiday (and year round) shopping needs right here in their own back yard.
Shopping locally helps ensure a vibrant local economy by keeping your hard-earned dollars in the community. With everything you need right here, patronizing Caledon businesses is an effective method of ensuring local industry stays strong year round.
Happy shopping!
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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.
 Caledon Country Club
A: 2121 Olde Baseline Road
P: 905.838.0020
E: info@golfcaledon.com
Contact: Kelly Myles, General Manager
In 2011 the Caledon Country Club celebrated its 50th year in operation.
Founded in 1961 as the Chinguacousy Country Club, this private golf and riding club evolved into a fully public club in 1988. In 1991 the name was changed to the Caledon Country Club.
Presently it is one of the GTA's premiere public courses and employs a team of five full time employees and up to 70 seasonal employees. It features 18 gorgeous holes strategically intertwined by the Credit River and hosts many corporate and charity tournaments and weddings in its 35,000 square foot club house and banquet hall.
For more information about the facilities and services offered by the Caledon Country Club, visit: www.golfcaledon.com.
 Elliott Coaching and Consulting
P: 905.951.1217
E: coachingwithtammy@sympatico.ca
www.tammyelliott.ca
Contact: Tammy Elliott, Facilitator and Coach
In early 2012 Elliott Coaching and Consulting will mark its fifth year of operation in Caledon.
Owner, facilitator and coach Tammy Elliott has had family roots in Caledon for over 30 years and boasts over 20 years of coaching, consulting, leadership, business, facilitation and management experience.
The company has recently completed a rebranding exercise and has launched a new look, logo and website. Elliott Coaching and Consulting also serves a niche sector that focuses on Women in Business and facilitates a successful monthly networking group that brings together Caledon-based business-minded women to discuss business topics and ways to grow their businesses.
For more information about the services offered by Elliott Coaching & Consulting, visit: www.tammyelliott.ca.
 Skylark Framing & Fine Art
A: 308-B Queen Street South
P: 905.857.0590
E: skylarkframing@rogers.com
www.skylarkframing.com
Contact: Dianne Olchowy, Owner
Skylark Framing & Fine Art opened its doors in Caledon seven years ago. In January 2012 it will celebrate its first anniversary at its present location at 308B Queen Street South in Bolton.
Employing one full-time and one part-time staff person, Skylark specializes in custom framing and offers a range of other services, including: printing and enlarging digital photos and scanning and restoring old photos. They also offer digital photography and watercolour painting workshops
For more information about the products and services offered by Skylark Framing & Fine Art, visit: www.skylarkframing.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 | |  If you are looking to establish a commercial or industrial enterprise in Caledon you are invited to CLICK HERE and browse the Town of Caledon's database of available properties.
Also, 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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| Peel Federation of Agriculture Honours 2011 Farm Family of the Year | | |
 On November 19, 2011 the Peel Federation of Agriculture held its annual banquet in honour of its selection for the Peel Farm Family of the Year.
This year's award winner was the Sheard Family of Sunnymead Farms in Caledon - located at 12587 Dixie Road (just north of Mayfield Road).
During the ceremony, the Sheards received accolades and expressions of respect from Peel Federation of Agriculture executive as well as fellow farmers, including Bob Brander - whose family has worked closely with the Sheard family for approximately 90 years.
Sunnymead Farms operates a cattle feedlot which feeds about 1,500 head of cattle at a time, and finishes about 3,500 per year for market. This accounts for about two million pounds of dressed beef annually, which is enough to feed approximately 38,000 people.
The Sheards also raise cash crops on approximately 1,200 acres.
Congratulations to the Sheard family for their well-deserved honour.
Photo: Bill Rea, Caledon Citizen |
| 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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