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Free Seminar: Help I'm in HR: The People Side of Your Business
Date: June 6th, 2013
Time: 11:30am - 2:30pm (a catered lunch, from La Piazza, will be provided)
Location: The Coach House (located above the Gift Shop at Dundurn Castle); Dundurn & York (Free Parking is available)
This seminar aims to help today's small and mid-sized business owner navigate the HR challenges that can surface, and provide some ideas about how to avoid issues that can slow them down while they are busy building their business.
While there will be great food and conversation, the highlight will be chance to listen to our dynamic speakers, including Co-Founder and VP of Mabel's Labels Inc., Julie Cole, as they talk about their experiences and understanding of the key issues facing today's business owner and HR professional.
For additional details or to register, please click here.
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 What's HappeningThursday May 23rd - NEXT Gen CEO Breakfast & Learn Friday May 24th - Mohawk Talks present: Robert Kennedy Jr. Saturday May 25th - CLiC Caliente! Monday May 27th - YEP Rountable Thursday June 6th - Annual GenNext Spring Networking Breakfast Thursday June 13th - HHCA/YLG Spring Golf Classic: Special Rate for HIVE Subscribers Please click here for a complete listing of Hive events. |
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Canadian Chamber of Commerce issues report on global supply chains
Yesterday, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce issued a report entitled Reevaluating Canada's International Trade: The Impact of Global Supply Chains. This report looks at the true nature of trade relationships and makes the argument that we need to look beyond traditional trade policies, important as these are, and think more broadly at all of the policies that have a major impact on the efficiency of the entire supply chain.
Access the report.
This is the latest installment in the Economic Policy Series by Tina Kremmidas, Chief Economist of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.
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Nominations open for Profit/Chatelaine W100
 The 15th annual ranking of the Chatelaine and PROFIT W100: Canada's Top Female Entrepreneurs is the definitive list of Canada's leading women-owned and women-run businesses. The list ranks applicants by a combination of company size, growth rate and operating profitability.
W100 winners enjoy many benefits, including coverage in the November issues of Chatelaine and PROFIT, which can attract new staff, customers, business partners and the interest of other local and national media. You can also count on business-building marketing and PR support to help you leverage your W100 achievement.
Perhaps best of all, you'll be invited to the Chatelaine and PROFIT W100 Idea Exchange, an exclusive conference geared to helping you strengthen your company and management skills in collaboration with other female entrepreneurs.
Nominate your business or that of an entrepreneur you admire by calling 1-800-713-GROW or completing the online ballot at www.PROFITguide.com/w100ballot.
But don't wait-the nomination deadline is May 31, 2013.
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Special pricing for Chamber members - Canadian Military Tattoo
The Canadian International Military Tattoo is an annual event celebrating Canada's rich cultural heritage of "Connecting Canadians to Their Military through Music." The Tattoo performances, based on an ancient military tradition of stirring music, dancing, pipes & drums and military displays are each 2-1/2 hours long and feature a vast array of international military and civilian acts.
Dates and Times:
Saturday, June 8, 2013, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 9, 2013, 2:30 p.m.
15% off - Quote Code DISC13
Only available through the Tattoo Office at 905-523-1573, 1-888-523-1753, or info@canadianmilitarytattoo.ca.
Check our website at www.canadianmilitarytattoo.ca.
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Energized and Ready:
How 6 Simple Strategies Can Boost Your Energy and Productivity
 Interactive session
June 5, 2013, 7:45 to 9:30 a.m.
Location: Williams Fresh Café, Discovery Drive
Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
Join the Chamber's Human Resources Committee on Wednesday June 5, 2013 for an interactive morning that will give you:
- 6 strategies to increase your energy and productivity
- Simple exercises that can fit into a busy schedule
- Resources for your company
Bring others from your company along! RSVP by contacting Whitney Simmons at w.simmons@hamiltonchamber.ca
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Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament
Monday, June 10, 2013
11:00 a.m. Registration & Lunch
11:45 a.m. Shot Gun Start
5:30 p.m. Dinner (at Golf Club)
Glendale Golf Club
401 Mount Albion Road,
Hamilton, L8K 5T4
Cost: $185.00 + hst - Scramble Format
 - Lunch & Dinner Included
- Putting Contest by YourHamiltonBiz.com
- Hole In One Contests
- Trophies
- Draws for Fabulous Prizes
- Singles & Doubles Welcome
- Great Networking Opportunity
- Everyone takes home a prize!
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Connections Networking Group  The Chamber's Premier Networking Group is announcing openings in various categories and invites those Chamber members to come and check out this energetic group of networkers. Those Chamber members in the following categories are invited to attend the next meeting of Connections at no cost! Just contact Jo-Ann Orth, Manager, Special Events at j.orth@hamiltonchamber.ca to let us know of your intentions to attend. Open Categories: - Landscaping
- Restaurants
- Automotive - Service/Repairs
- Automotive - Sales
Next Meeting: Thursday, May 30th, 7:15 a.m. Breakfast, 7:30 a.m. Meeting, Financial Wellness Centre, 236 Pritchard Road, L8W 3P7
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Chamber Division and Committee meetings and events YEP Division: Thursday, May 23, 8:30am, Hamilton Community Foundation boardroom, 120 King Street West, Suite 700 Transportation Committee: Tuesday, June 4, 8:00am, 120 King Street West (Chamber office) Human Resources Committee: Wednesday, June 5, 8:00am, Williams Fresh Café, Discovery Drive For an overview of the Chamber's committees and divisions, please visit, http://www.hamiltonchamber.ca/committees/committees.
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Include your ad in the 2014 Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Annual Membership Directory:
BOOK BEFORE MAY 31ST (EXTENDED DEADLINE) AND RECEIVE A 5% DISCOUNT
 Maximize your company's coverage in this once-a-year marketing opportunity. The annual hard copy version of the directory will be available on the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce website in a digital version as well. This valuable marketing platform will enhance your membership investment by reaching a new virtual and vast audience. Members company name and website address will be boldly displayed and will hyperlink to business websites in the digital version.
What better way to get your message to over 2500 fellow members, business leaders and beyond, than to include an ad in this popular Directory. Prime locations are available with rates to suit any budget. Keep your business visible, enhance your brand name and attract new customers.
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Chamber Events
 Business After Business
Thursday, May 23 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Host Location: The Business Link at The Pour House 1115 Fennell Ave E L8T 1S1 Free to attend for members and their guests Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament
Monday, June 10
11:00 a.m. Registration & Lunch
11:45 Shotgun Start
5:30 Dinner
Golf Spots still available
Location: Glendale Golf & Country Club - Sponsorship Opportunities available
Contact Jo-Ann at 905 522-1151 ext. 227- Scramble Format
- Lunch & Dinner Included
- Putting Contest by YourHamiltonBiz.comMay 14th
Nailing It - Hole In One Contests
- Trophies
- Draws for Fabulous Prizes
- Singles & Doubles Welcome
- Great Networking Opportunity
- Everyone takes home a prize!
Coffee with the CEO with guests  Friday, June 14th
Guests: Ron Neumann, Innovation Factory & Kevin Browne, Software
Topic: Innovation Factory, The Big DIF
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Location: The Loft, Sheraton Hamilton Hotel
$10 at door Business After Business Thursday, June 27th
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location Host: Sheraton Hamilton Hotel, 116 King St. W.
Free to members and their guests To register for any Chamber event please contact Whitney at 905-522-1151 ext. 100 or w.simmons@hamiltonchamber.ca
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Hamilton Chamber Mailings are a great way to get your promotional material into the hands of 2000 Chamber members.
The schedule has been set for the next two mailings. We have a mailing going on August 30th and one on December 6th book now, members $599.00 plus hst, not-for-profit $399.00 plus hst and non members add 75%. Get in touch with 2000 fellow members with your marketing/promotional material. Space is limited so book now. Please call Diane Stephenson at 905-522-1151, Ext 220 or e-mail d.stephenson@hamiltonchamber.ca for more details or to book your spot.
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Vrancor Hospitality Corporation is proud to unveil the most recent renovation at the Sheraton Hamilton Hotel- the 18th floor Prime Minister Suite.
 Designed with the celebrity experience in mind, the suite reflects modern luxury that is both relaxing and inviting. This upgrade has transformed the Prime Minister Suite from a guest's home away from home to a posh oasis away from home, featuring custom furniture, sparkling chandeliers, opulent fabrics and metallic accents.
"It is easily the best suite in the city- and the region! We are very pleased with the Prime Minister Suite and excited about the renovations at the hotel." - Joseph Bahr, Director of Sales Crime Stoppers of Hamilton is celebrating its 30th birthday on  Thursday, May 23. Please join us for a BBQ and birthday cake in front of the Central Police Station between 11:00 and 1:00. We will be officially launching our new BE A HERO campaign as well. In May, tips to Crime Stoppers resulted in property valued at $32,220 being recovered and $11,360 of illegal drugs seized. Step Up ... Speak Out ... Be a Hero ... Close the book on a crook! Call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
 Innovation Nation Conference & Robotics CompetitionAs part of our outreach program, this year the Centre for Surgical Invention and Innovation (CSii) is holding our annual conference, the Innovation Nation Conference & Robotics Competition in Hamilton at LIUNA Station. The Centre for Surgical Invention and Innovation (CSii), a National Centre of Excellence research accelerator tasked with leveraging Canadian space technology to create image guided surgical robotics and associated medical devices. See attached for more information. New this year "The Innovation Gala" is one of the highlights of the Innovation Nation Conference & Robotics Competition. Tickets for the Gala are $150. per person, Corporate tables: $1,200. See attached invitation. Funds raised through the gala will support surgical research and innovation at St. Joseph's Healthcare, Hamilton. A charitable tax receipt will be issued for the eligible amount of the ticket price.
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Community Calendar
Be sure to check out the Community Calendar and the Member News links on the right side panel of this newsletter. Contact Diane Stephenson at 905-522-1151 ext. 220 or
to have your information included.
*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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