The mission of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce is to be the Voice of Business for Greater Oshawa, by providing positive leadership in support of its members and business. If you are not already a member, we encourage you to become one today.
Sincerely,
Bob Malcolmson,
CEO & General Manager
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Digital Technology Can Help Your Business Grow
Information Session:
Friday, March 16 and Thursday, March 22, 2012
 Durham College is participating in the delivery of the Government of Canada's Digital Technology Adoption Pilot Program (DTAPP),
DTAPP is structured to provide assistance to firms in all sectors of the Canadian economy. Its objective is to accelerate the adoption of digital technologies in small- and medium-sized enterprises operating in Canada in order to boost their productivity and create economic growth and opportunity.
If your firm is incorporated, has 500 employees or less and is currently seeking opportunities to adopt digital technology with a goal of increasing its productivity, it could be eligible to receive assistance.
As part of the initial phase of DTAPP, Durham College is looking to identify a limited number of industry partners to continue to work with for the remainder of the program by Saturday, March 31.
Firms that meet the eligibility requirements listed above and those on the DTAPP website should contact Chris Gillis, Manager Incubator Centre Durham College, by Friday, March 16.
Two information sessions will be held on Friday, March 16 and Thursday, March 22, 2012 to identify suitable partners for the remainder of the program. To confirm your attendance at one of these sessions please contact Chris Gillis by email.
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OPG Marks An Important Milestone For Darlington Refurbishment
 Ontario Power Generation Inc. (OPG) has taken another step toward the refurbishment of the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station. OPG has awarded a two-phase contract to plan for and then replace major components of the four reactors at Darlington. The contract for more than $600 million to a joint venture of SNC-Lavalin Nuclear Inc. and Aecon Construction Group Inc. is one of several that will be awarded for the refurbishment of the facility. This is a key project milestone and a significant advancement of the refurbishment activities and continued operation of the Darlington station. The refurbishment will create more than 6,000 jobs. Visit the OPG website for information on the project. |
Chamber Announces New ADVOCACY IN ACTION Strategy
The Policy Committees of the GOCC have been recently revised into four distinct areas and consist of two standing committees and two taskforces (Municipal Affairs & Economic Development; Federal & Provincial Affairs; Transportation Taskforce and Environment & Energy Taskforce). The committees and taskforces monitor and interpret government legislation that will impact business and make recommendations for action to the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. The Policy Committees work with various levels of government and with the Economic Development Departments of the Greater Oshawa area to ensure there is a climate for growth of existing businesses as well as new business. |
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Networking Your Way To Increased Business
Networking is not about numbers, it is about relationships. People do business with people they know. Below is a list of upcoming events to get you out, building relationships and to keep your business development activities going.
 Member Orientation - JumpStart Program
Thursday, March 15, 2012
OR
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Chamber Boardroom,
44 Richmond Street W., Oshawa.
4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The Member Orientation gives a great snapshot of
the Chamber Member JumpStart Program. New
and long-term members will learn how to maximize your membership, market your business, and get involved.This event is open to all Chamber members and their employees FREE of charge. Potential members WELCOME!
Click here f or more information and to register.  4th Annual Spring Marketplace Tuesday, April 3, 2012 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Octaviens - Best Western Durham 559 Bloor St., W., Oshawa. Thousands of dollars in door prizes. Great networking event! Click here for more information and to register.  Annual General Meeting Tuesday, April 3, 2012 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Octaviens - Best Western Durham 559 Bloor St., W., Oshawa. Let your voice be heard. This is a free MEMBERS' only event. Click here for more information and to register.  Golf Tournament Gift Bag Promotion Deadline: Friday, May 11, 2012 The Chamber would like to extend an invitation to all members to have your promotional piece included in a gift bag to be given out to each golfer at the Annual Golf Tournament on May 17, 2012 This is your opportunity to promote your service or product to 144 potential customers.SPACE IS LIMITED! Register today! Annual Golf Tournament - SOLD OUT.Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Contact the Chamber office at 905-728-1683.  Lunch & Learn Wednesday, April 4, 2012 Chamber Boardroom 44 Richmond Street West, Suite 100, Oshawa 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Topic: Understanding Mental Health in the Workplace Facilitator: Heather Bickle, Education & Training Specialist, Canadian Mental Health Association Durham. This is a FREE members' only event! Bring your own lunch! Click here for more information and to register.  Accessibility Works Workshop Tuesday, April 10, 2012 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.Chamber Boardroom 44 Richmond Street West, Suite 100, Oshawa Topic: Is Your Business Accessibility Ready? Presenter: Louie DiPalma, Ontario Chamber of Commerce Click here for more information and to register.  Women in Business Luncheon Wednesday, April 18, 2012 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. STAVS Restaurant 557 King Street East, Oshawa Keynote Speaker: Candice Hollingshead, Oshawa's FIRST FEMALE FIREFIGHTER! This is a women's only event! Click here for more information and to register.
Visit www.oshawachamber.com for more upcoming events. For your 2012 JumpStart Checklist, click here. |
7th Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast
Tuesday, April 17, 2012 8:00 a.m. - Jubilee Pavilion, Oshawa Keynote Speaker: Senior Vice President & Chief Economist Craig Alexander, TD Bank Financial Group This event is presented by the City of Oshawa Economic Development and TD Bank, and is supported by Durham Region Association of Realtors and Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce. Register by APRIL 10-by fax, email or phone. Download the registration form [PDF] for details. |
Business Of The Month
Armstrong Funeral Home Limited
Armstrong Funeral Home  Limited, located at 124 King Street East, has been operating in Oshawa for 82 years. The four generations of Armstrong's are proud of their commitment to the community. Their support is varied and extensive and some ongoing commitments include, The Oshawa Hospital Foundation, Oshawa Senior Citizens Centre, Durham Community Foundation, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Ontario Regiment, Hearth Place Cancer Centre, Local Churches, local kids to camp programs and Lady Generals. They are honoured to be able to give back to the community. Pictured from left to right in this presentation are Chris Vale of CLH Designs; Chamber President Geoffrey Michie of RBC Dominion Securities Inc.; Peter Bocking of Hardiman Mount & Associates Ins. Brokers Ltd.; Debbie Armstrong of Armstrong Funeral Homes, Yvonne Brady of Johnson Insurance Inc.; Sean McNamara of Petley-Hare Insurance Brokers and Ash Khan of Minuteman Press.
On behalf of the Ambassador Committee and the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, congratulations on being named Business of the Month for March 2012.
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Welcome New Members in March 2012
The Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome all new members who joined in March 2012. - Brain Injury Association of Durham Region
- Canadian Beauty College & Medi-Spa
- De Palm Hair Care Specialists
- Equipoise Paralegal Services Professional Corporation
- Genamation Technology Services Inc.
- John Howard Society of Durham Region Employment Services
- Kitchen Studio, The
 - Local Media Marketing Inc.
- MAD Sports
- Minuteman Press of Oshawa
- Patty Shack, The
- Peace Solutions Canada Inc.
- Seamless Care Drug Therapy
- Sugar Chalet
for a complete list of members who have joined since the Business Directory was published on April 1, 2011.
We encourage you to always . . . . . . .
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ADVANTAGE PROGRAM
FREE listing to promote your own business through our online Member to Member Advantage program. We encourage members to SHOP MEMBERS FIRST, so what better way to encourage members to do business with you than to offer an incentive! Please email us the details and your business will be featured in our M2M Directory! Review online M2M offers for additional savings, click here! This Month's Featured Chamber M2M Offer
JS2 Marketing & Communications M2M Advantage: All GOCC Chamber members receive a 15% discount on any marketing material. |
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Contribute!
Send us your news! Put an event on the calendar!
Announce something to everyone!
This is a FREE service for members! Promote your business in the next edition of Business Matters, Business Matters eNews or on the Chamber's website, please send the details by email. Copy deadline for eNews is the first of each month, for Business Matters it is the 15th of each month, and for the website, there is no deadline, send it anytime! |
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Chamber Events
Golf Tournament Gift Bag Promotion
Deadline:
Fri. May, 11/12
Chamber Membership Orientation
Thu. Mar, 15/12
Annual General Meeting
Tue. Apr, 3/12
Spring Marketplace 2012
Tue. Apr, 3/12
Lunch & Learn
Wed. Apr, 4/12
Accessibility Works Breakfast Workshop
Tue. Apr, 10/12
Membership Orientation - Jumpstart Your Membership
Wed. Apr, 11/12
Women In Business
Wed. Apr, 18/12
Annual Golf Tournament
Thu. May, 17/12
Business Events Click here to view all events,
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side of home page Networking for International Educated Professions
Wed. Mar, 21/12
Annual Local BIZ
Expro & Trade Show
Wed. Mar, 21/12
UOIT-MDC- Small Business Management 4 Day Certificate Program
Thu. Mar, 22/12
Dine With Durham Dignitaries
Tue. Mar, 27/12
5th Annual Purdue Pharma Distinguished Lecture at UOIT
Wed. Apr, 4/12
Business Writing Skills - Durham College Corporate Training Services
Tue. Apr, 10/12
7th Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast
Tue. Apr, 17/12
HST Information Seminar & Corporations An Introduction Registration
Fri. Apr, 20/12
HST Information Seminar & Corporations An Introduction Registration
Thu. Apr, 26/12
"A Tribute To Our Troops" Dinner
Thu. Apr, 26/12
Durham Economic Prosperity Conference
Fri. Nov, 9/12
Community Events Click here to view all
events, scoll down
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Now Through
Sat. Apr, 14/12
General Motors
Centre Events
Now Through
Thu. May, 10/12
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oshawa-Whitby AGM
Mon. Mar, 26/12
Canvas Youth Art & Soul Auction & Exhibition
Thu. Mar, 29/12
Celebrate Earth Hour
Sat. Mar, 31/12
Welcome Wagon Expectant Mom Baby Shower
Sun. Apr, 1/12
25th Annual Reverse Draw, Dinner & Silent Auction - Rotary Club Oshawa-Parkwood
Thu. Apr, 12/12
Oshawa Community Clean
Mon. Apr, 23/12 -
Mon. Apr, 30/12
A Taste For Life
Wed. Apr, 25/12
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oshawa-Whitby Annual Bowl for Kids Sake Campaign
Wed. May, 9/12
Durham Waterfront Community Ride
Sun. May, 27/12
8th Annual Peony Festival
Sat. Jun, 16/12 -
Sun. Jun, 17/12
Ride 4 United Way
Sun. Aug, 26/12
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