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This Week's Member
E-Promotions
Host a Holiday Party at Dundas Valley Golf and Curling Club this Christmas!
Make it Merry, make it Dundas Valley Golf and Curling Club. Book your Holly Jolly Holiday party with us!
Available all year round for corporate parties and events! Contact Carmen Hastings for more information catering@dundasvalleygolf.com
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There is Hope in the City. And it starts with you.
The Salvation Army's second annual Hope in the City breakfast welcomes business leaders and community peers to learn more about The Salvation Army programs that make our city hopeful for the future. This year we are excited to be joined by keynote speaker Amanda Lindhout, Kidnap Survivor and Founder, The Global Enrichment Foundation. Susan Clairmont Columnist, The Hamilton Spectator, will act as our Master of Ceremonies. To purchase tickets or for information please visit Hope in the City Hamilton Halton . _________
On November 15, McMaster University will draw from the legacy of Susan Moulton McMaster for their inaugural Women in Philanthropy Workshop: Philanthropy with Passion and Purpose and invite you to join them for a thought-provoking day.
Passion is a wonderful starting point. But then what? How can women act upon their passions so that they can invest in their community in a way that has both impact and meaning? Please join us for a day of learning and networking in downtown Hamilton with some inspiring women from your community. Hosted by Mary Williams '87, Vice-President, University Advancement at McMaster, the day will kick off with Marnie Spears, President & CEO of Ketchum Canada Inc., followed by Sandra Stephenson,partner at Evans Sweeny Bordin LLP to lead participants through the practical side of giving. Lorna Somers, Director of Development at McMaster will facilitate a panel discussion with a range of donors.
It is going to be a great day with lots of opportunity for networking and learning. Registration is now open for the day at the Hamilton Convention Centre.
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INTRODUCING AN AMAZING PARTNERSHIP!! ANCHOR BAR & YUK YUKS!
Book your HOLIDAY PARTY with Anchor Bar or Yuk Yuks Today!
Anchor Bar is now DELIVERING to your home and catering to your office. Call for more information.
Yuk Yuks is opening Thursday, November 7th, 2013 on top of Anchor Bar and is available for private bookings 2 - 180 people and is the perfect location for birthday, bachelorette parties and all special events!
Holiday Party specials starting at $24.95 for 3 course meals! Inquire today!
Contact Tal Adler @ (905) 308-7888 or Tal@AnchorBar.ca For Regular YukYuks tickets reservations please call 1-855-350-5233
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HAVE YOUR BUSINESS PROMOTED HERE.
Contact Diane 905-522-1151 x 220
TO FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION ON COST AND AVAILABLE DATES.
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Chamber Events
Coffee with the CEO and the Ti-Cats 
Friday, November 8
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Location: Stelco Tower, 21st Floor
(100 King Street West)
Free for members and their guests
Business After Business
 Thursday, November 28
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Host: Tourism Hamilton/28 Lister Chophouse
Lister Block (James at King William)
Free for members and their guests
Ambitious City with Jennifer Keesmaat
Tuesday, December 3
7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Location: LIUNA Station (360 James Street North)
$50.00, tax included
For online registration, please click here.
Business After Business 
Thursday, December 12
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Host: McMaster Innovation Park
Free for members and their guests  Mayor's State of the City Address
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
$50.00, breakfast and tax included
Sponsored by Union Gas
To register for any Chamber event please contact Whitney at 905-522-1151 ext. 100 or w.simmons@hamiltonchamber.ca.
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Chamber Aids Innovative Employment Project
 Hamilton Chamber members and staff helped the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities and its partners advance the design of a proposed online information system intended to boost labour market participation. The Community Employment Pilot project is examining the feasibility of mapping determinants of unemployment - economic, cultural and social among others - at the local level. The system, now being developed in Hamilton and three other pilot communities, would enable neighbourhood organizations and practitioners to target services to high-need Ontarians who face complex challenges to obtaining employment. "In Hamilton, this system would help create and deploy tailored-made career education and employment supports at the neighbourhood level," said Chamber participant Richard Allen. "It would be an added resource for existing neighbourhood development initiatives focused on improving access to opportunity for all citizens." This innovative project also holds promise for Chamber members reliant on local talent. Said Allen: "We all benefit from the development of a deep and reliable labour market." Phase one consultations have wrapped up and the Ministry is now reviewing requirements going forward, including web-based technologies and cost effective sources of local labour market information. Look for an update here later this year.
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$8M Federal-Provincial Infrastructure Investment for Cargo Development at Hamilton International Airport
This January, the Federal and Ontario governments joined with Hamilton's Municipal Government and TradePort International Corporation to announce a $12M infrastructure investment for cargo development at John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, the third largest cargo airport in Canada.
This investment will develop on-site infrastructure to expand cargo operations at the airport, creating jobs and driving economic development for the City of Hamilton and greater region.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and its partners are responsible for over 2,000 direct and indirect jobs and over $21 million in federal and provincial taxes each year.
It is estimated that this project will add 50 immediate jobs through the infrastructure development phase, and once construction has been completed it is expected over 400 jobs will be generated through direct and indirect economic activity.
For more info please CLICK HERE
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Ignite the Pan Am Spirit!
 Help build the Pan Am Hamilton experience. Share your ideas at an upcoming Pan Am Community Forum -Saturday, November 2, 8:45 am at Michelangelo Events & Conference Centre, 1555 Upper Ottawa Street, Hamilton or Wednesday, November 6, 6:45 pm at Cathedral High School, 30 Wentworth Street North, Hamilton. RSVP by calling 905-546-2424, ext. 2000. For more information, CLICK HERE.
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This week's Member Profile
Airways Transit
 Since 1975, Airways Transit has been committed to providing safe, reliable and worry free transportation for all our passengers. Customer service is the driving force behind our business and it's our people that make the difference. It starts with a friendly voice on the phone, and continues with our professional, highly trained, and safedrivers to get you safely where you need to be. Whether it's business or pleasure, don't gamble with unexpected traffic, weather or alternative transportation. Airways Transit staff monitors traffic conditions and communicates with our radio dispatched vehicles to avoid delays. We monitor incoming flights and have staffed booths at both terminals at Toronto's Pearson Airport. We are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and offer door to door service to/from Hamilton International, Toronto Pearson International, Waterloo International and Billy Bishop Airports. Whether it's a ride to the airport, conference/meeting you're planning, local shuttle or a charter anywhere in Ontario, Airways Transit is the Transportation Specialist You Can Trust!
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Skills Mismatch, A Looming Roadblock to Hamilton's Economic Growth?
Judy Travis, Executive Director, WPH, will share key findings about local workforce trends from the recently released supplement to WPH's Labour Market Plan.
Everyone is welcome to join the HR Committee on Wednesday, November 6th at 7:45 a.m. at McMaster Innovation Park (Free parking at north side in the Conference parking area)
To view past HR Committee Presentations CLICK HERE.
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Is Work Killing You? A Doctor's Prescription for Treating Workplace Stress
Keynote Speaker: Dr. David Posen
Back by popular demand, Dr. Posen returns to Hamilton to talk about his new book: "Is Work Killing You? A Doctor's Prescription for Treating Workplace Stress". Join us for a revealing look at what we can do collectively to maintain a healthy, productive atmosphere and practical solutions to stop harming our most valuable resource - ourselves.
Location: The Waterfront Centre (555 Bay Street North) For more details and to register, click here.
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Member to Member Discount
Hello, Dolly! Live at Hamilton Place- November 6th @ 7:30
Use the Promotional Code SALLY to receive 25% off your ticket!
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Your Price Regular Price
$49.50 $65.00
$45.75 $60.00
$42.00 $55.00
$38.25 $50.00
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*plus applicable fees
To Redeem the Code:
Go to www.HECFI.ca, www.TICKETMASTER.CA, or call 1-855-872-5000 or go in person to the First Ontario Copps Coliseum Box Office.
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Reach Your Target Market with Chamber Mailings
Hamilton Chamber of Commerce mailings are a great way to get your promotional material into the hands of over 2000 Chamber Members.
The final mailing of the year will be December 6th, 2013 and we invite you to include your flyer in our most popular mail-out , our annual membership directory. Member price is $599.00 plus hst per mailing or $399.00 plus hst for not-for-profits is. 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 today.
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Connections Networking Group
The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce established Connections as a special program to promote business opportunities among Chamber members. This is a category-exclusive networking group.
We are currently looking for members from the following categories:
- photographer (commercial + portraits)
- lawyer (real estate, business, personal/wills etc.)
- bookkeeper
- travel agency
If you would like to come to a Connections meeting to see what we're all about, please contact Whitney Simmons at 905-522-1151, Ext. 100 or w.simmons@hamiltonchamber.ca.
Next meeting: Thursday, October 31, 2013 at 7:15 a.m. at the Dundas Valley Golf and Curling Club.
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Chamber Division and Committee meetings and events
Human Resources: Wednesday, November 6, 7:45 am, McMaster Innovation Park (175 Longwood Road South) Guest Speaker: Judy Travis. Topic: Skills Mismatch, A Looming Roadblock to Hamilton's Economic Growth?
Ancaster Division: Friday, November 8, 12 noon, Ancaster Mill (548 Old Dundas Road)
Business Development: Wednesday, November 13, 12 noon, Chamber office (120 King Street West, Plaza Level) Guest Speaker: Peter Milne. Topic: Intellectual Property
Innovation & Technology: Thursday, November 14, 8:00 am, Innovation Destination (McMaster Innovation Park, 175 Longwood Road South)
For an overview of the Chamber's committees and divisions, please visit the Chamber's Committees page or the Divisions page.
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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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