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Saturday April 13th - Sunday April 14th - The Vintage Marketplace

Monday April 22nd - YEP 2 Year Anniversary Super Roundtable

Thursday April 25th - FEAST Hamilton Dinner

Please click here for a complete listing of Hive events.

Congratulations to Ancaster Community Awards winners


Last night, three awards were presented at the Ancaster Mill to honour excellence and achievement in the community. The Ancaster division of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce congratulates the following individuals:

CITIZEN OF THE YEAR (Sponsored by RBC Royal Bank): 
John & Ellie Voortman

John & Ellie Voortman were a team from the very first day they met.  There wasn't one without the other and together they thrived on each other's strengths in everything they did.
John & Ellie changed a horse farm to Oakrun Farm Bakery in 1979 with a vision and drive to succeed.   Their generosity in taking care of their community through time serving on a variety of committees; employing those who some would find unemployable; and sharing their commitment of caring to those less fortunate is what they are known for in Ancaster.
Upon retirement instead of relaxing they set up a charitable bakery where they bake bread...300-400 loaves per week to be donated to local food banks, Wesley Urban Ministries, The Hamilton Dream Centre, Brantford and Caledonia Food Banks.

YOUTH VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR (Sponsored by Ancaster Mill):  Rebecca Collings
Rebecca Collings is a charitable young lady who exemplifies leadership qualities and is a truly uplifting spirit.  Rebecca scholastically participates in Cops vs Ancaster High Basketball; Grade 9 Weekend Group Leader and Fundraising Leader for the 2012 Triathalon Planning Committee.  Within the community Rebecca volunteers for the Ancaster Food Drive, Step 4 Kids Challenge, Camp Maple Leaf and on the City's Synchronized Swimming Club.  As an accomplished synchronized swimmer she has swum competitively for nine years, from recreation level up to and including national level.  Her 1006 volunteer hours were balanced between a part-time job, school academics, varsity teams and competing in her sport.
 

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR (Sponsored by Heritage Household Services):  Stephen J. Dunn Insurance Agency Ltd.
Stephen J. Dunn Insurance Agency Ltd.
Stephen has built his business from a shoebox of potential clients to serving the insurance and financials needs of over 3400 households encompassing over 10,000 car, home, life, business, disability and mutual fund accounts.  His dream team of four full-time and two part-time employees have been with him well over 10 years and they believe in giving back to the community by sponsoring various local sports teams, golf tournaments and community service through participation on many Boards of charitable causes.

Thanks to sponsors RBC Royal Bank, Ancaster Mill, Heritage Household Services, Ancaster News, Rotary Clubs of Ancaster and Realtors Association of Hamilton/Burlington.
Hamilton Chamber's Panorama supplement in today's Hamilton Spectator Business Magazine
 
Be sure to pick up a copy of today's Hamilton Spectator and read the Hamilton Chamber's monthly Panorama supplement contained within the Hamilton Business Magazine. 
Buzz Builds for April 16 Screening

Glen Norton and Steve Kulakowsky, two prominent thought leaders in urban renewal, were in-studio yesterday with Bill Kelly on AM900 CHML to talk about the significance of next week's screening of video case studies tracking the regeneration of downtown Hamilton and adjacent neighbourhoods.  Said Norton: "There's a whole economy built around renewal in Hamilton and growing confidence in our local expertise. These videos help tell this important story." CLICK HERE to listen to the full audio recording.

For tickets to the Tuesday April 16. 7 pm video screening at the Art Gallery of Hamilton, contact Whitney Simmons at [email protected] or 905-522-1151 x 100.  $10/person, limited seating. Register now. Learn more at renewhamilton.ca.
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LiON'S LAIR seeking proposals     

 

Innovation Factory and the Hamilton Chamber are once again collaborating to host the third annual LiON's LAIR, presented by KPMG.  Submissions for the competition will be accepted from March 26 to April 30, 2013.  Visit pitch-it.ca in the coming weeks for more information about LiON'S LAIR.  Mark your calendar for October 10, 2013 when the gala event will be held where the winners will be unveiled.

Hamilton Economic Summit - Thursday, May 9

7:00 a.m. - Full Day

This year the 6th Annual Hamilton Economic Summit is shaping up to be another must-attend business event in the Greater Hamilton Area.

The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce and Continuum Productions are pleased to announce that registration is now live and you can confirm your attendance at this event by simply clicking the following link. www.microspec.com/reg/HES2013

This year's summit will focus on the following:

Theme:
  • Innovation - the art of the possible
  • Explore the strategy of innovation and support the discussion with demonstrating how to execute the strategy 
2013 HES Objectives:
  • Bring Hamilton's business leaders together for the day around business thought leadership
  • Discuss future economic direction
  • Discuss ways to grow jobs and taxes
  • Report back on previous HES activities
  • Registration is now open and we look forward to seeing you at the event. 
If you have any questions about the event or for additional sponsorship opportunities please contact Dwayne McKillop at 905-527-7469 ext 317.

To Download the agenda, click here: http://www.microspec.com/HES2013.PDF

Visit the website to learn more at www.hamiltoneconomicsummit.ca
Chamber Division and Committee meetings and events

Innovation & Technology Committee: Thursday, April 11, 8:00am, Innovation Factory office, McMaster Innovation Park (175 Longwood Road South) Guest Speaker: Brock Dubbels, PhD, Experimental Psychologist G-ScalE Game Lab at McMaster University

Ancaster Division: Friday, April 12, 12 noon, Ancaster Mill. 
Guest Speaker Ron Neumann, Director, Innovation Factory

Glanbrook Division: Thursday, April 18, 8:00am, Glanbrook Municipal Centre

Dundas Division: Thursday, April 18, 12 noon, Dundas Town Hall. Guest Speaker: Allyson Wenzowski, Topic: Dundas EcoPark Campaign

For an overview of the Chamber's committees and divisions, please visit, http://www.hamiltonchamber.ca/committees/committees.

If you wish to attend, please contact Whitney at 905-522-1551, Ext 100 or [email protected].

Chamber Events 

Coffee with the CEO Richard Koroscil
brought to you by Sheraton Hamilton Hotel
Guests:  Tim Richard, Weever Apps & Stephanie McLarty, ReEfficient
Topic:  Small Business Start Up and Entrepreneurism
Friday, April 12th
8:00 a.m.
Location: The Loft, Sheraton Hamilton Hotel
$10.00 at door (continental breakfast)

Executive Briefing - The Top Five Threats Facing Business Today
Monday, April 15th
7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Location: McMaster Innovation Park (175 Longwood Road S)
Free to attend.
Topics/Speakers:
  • Inability to Innovate: Ron Neumann - Innovation Factory
  • Losing Your Competitive Advantage: James Lefebvre - First Ontario Credit Union
  • Costs of Reckless Hiring: Doug Ward - Express Employment Professionals
  • Poor Leadership and Communication: Richard Koroscil - Hamilton Chamber of Commerce
  • Regulatory Nightmares: Ken Lancaster - Grant Thornton
Click here for more details or to register.


Joint Chambers Business Showcase
Tradeshow & Open House in Glanbrook
Hosted by Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, Grimsby Chamber of Commerce, Stoney Creek Chamber of Commerce, West Lincoln Chamber of Commerce
Wednesday, April 17th
4:00 pm -  7:00 pm
Binbrook Fairgrounds - 2600 Regional Road #56 , Binbrook Ontario, LOR 1C0
Free to Attend

Meet members and exhibitors from 4 area Chambers

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Business After Business

Thursday, April 25th

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Host Location:

triOS College, 

4 Hughson St. South, Hamilton  

L8N 3Z1

Free to Attend

   

Dundas Community Awards
Friday, April 26th 
5:30 p.m. Reception 6:30 p.m. Dinner
Guest Speaker:  Fergie Jenkins, former major league baseball 'Hall of Fame' inductee and well known philathropist
Citizen of the Year Nominees:
Tom Bontje, Luanne Botrill, Steve Deighton
Youth Volunteer of the Year Nominees:
Elizabeth Kerekesch (Parkside HS), Meghan Peirce (Highland SS), Sydney Stenekes (Parkside HS)
Business of the Year Nominees:
Beanermunky Chocolate, The Village Bakery, Willow Salon
Sponsors:  RBC Royal Bank, Dundas Valley Collision Centre, Rotary Club of Dundas, Dundas Star
Location: Beverly Golf & Country Club
$70.00 + hst

Noteable Dates:
May 9th - Hamilton Economic Summit
May 14th - Nailing It - How to Close the Execution Gap
June 10th - Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament - Glendale Golf & Country Club - Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Contact Jo-Ann at 905-522-1151 ext. 227

To register for any Chamber event please contact Whitney at 905-522-1151 ext. 100 or [email protected]
Members Making News
 
The third annual Mike Ride is happening on Sunday, May 5 at Hamilton's Bayfront Park. The Mike Ride raises awareness of cycling in the city while raising funds for projects that help make Hamilton a more cycle-friendly city. The major initiative is Mike's Bikes, an effort to ensure every child in Hamilton can have a bike. Last year Mike's Bikes provided over 100 bikes to children and their families in Hamilton. Please join us on May 5 for a beautiful ride and to raise money for a worthy cause!

 

For more information and to watch a short video about the event please visit:  http://bikeformike.org 
 
Canadian Club Upcoming Speakers

April 18 - Robert J. Deluce, President and CEO of Porter Airlines,
Topic: Flying High with Porter Airlines.  Please click here for the flyer.

May 22 - Rod Jones, President and Chief Executive Officer of The CSL Group Inc. Topic: What's Ahead for Great Lakes-Seaway Shipping?  Please click here for the flyer.

 

For details or to register, please visit www.canadianclubofhamilton.ca, Call 905-521-8832 or send an e-mail to [email protected].
 

Adult Basic Education Association -  30k On My Feet Not My Seat

Help us celebrate 30 years as we support and encourage adults!

In June 2013 we are celebrating our 30th anniversary. To recognize this our Executive Director, Leah Morris has made a commitment to complete 30k "on her feet, not her seat" on May 10, 2013 (rain date May 17). This one-day event will begin on the mountain and continue past all of the Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS) agencies in Hamilton.


For more information visit www.abea.on.ca or call 905-527-2222.

Please click here 

for more details. 

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Community Calendar
 
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*Please Note:  Member News is reserved for Not-for-profit member news and Hamilton Chamber Member milestone news i.e.  Anniversaries, Grand Openings, Awards etc.  All Chamber members are welcome to include their events in the Community Calendar. 


 
 
     
 

             


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