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EventReminderPeterborough Business Exchange

Tuesday, March 1, 2016 4:00PM - 6:00PM
 
Trent Athletics Centre
1650 West Bank Drive, Peterborough

 Join the Peterborough Chamber and The Athletics Centre at Trent as we showcase An Active Business Community. This event will be a great opportunity for the business community to connect more deeply with a healthy lifestyle and opportunities to learn more about the Athletics Centre and their community partners. You are encouraged to bring your gym clothes and running shoes to try out the facilities after the PBX event.
 
  


VOB The most recent (Thursday, February 25, 2016Voice of Business article lists the Top 10 Barriers to Competitiveness as compiled by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.  While federal in scope, the list has relevance to Peterborough.

The Thursday, February 18, 2016 Voice of Business article details the discussion at the recent Power Hour event.  What did our elected leaders have to say?  What is the impact on the Peterborough business community?

To see all of the VOB articles check out the Chamber blog: connectingptbo

Business 911
Check out the latest Business 911 features.

Your advocate in business
The advocacy concerns of our Chamber members are very important to us and are the core work of the Chamber. We are able to bring your concerns to each level of government (municipal, provincial and federal) and are committed to improving the competitiveness of the Peterborough business community.




Peterborough Chamber weighs in on 2016 Provincial Budget
Where does business fit?  How does the commitment to debt and deficit reduction impact business?  What are the impacts of new regulatory burdens such as ORPP and Cap and Trade? How do we improve access to workers with the skills our Peterborough businesses need?



Ontario Chamber of Commerce releases analysis of impact of ORPP
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) is calling on the Government of Ontario to support businesses' transition to the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan (ORPP) through a series of offset measures.  As a result, the OCC has calculated the impact of the ORPP on businesses for a new employee in 2016 versus a new employee in 2022.  


Members supporting members! Be sure to check our online Directory!
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Market Hall Performing Arts Centre is offering 2 exciting Creativity Camps this March Break!

Aside Architects has opened an office in downtown Peterborough, 148 Hunter Street, suite 201!

Revolution IP is expanding into Peterborough and have announced that Lawrence Kennette is their new Account Manager for the area! 

Denise Vallee of The Cooperators has received the Cooperators Outstanding Community Achievement Award for her community involvement!
 
Sherwin-Williams celebrates 150 years in the paint industry!

Walton Wood Farm will be auditioning for Dragons' Den on March 8th!
 
Smithworks Brewing Company has changed their name to Smithavens Brewing Company!

For more information, check out our Member Milestones!

Congratulations to all our members on their successes and new developments with their businesses. If your business has some news, SEND it to us to share!

P.E.A.K. Leadership and Executive Leadership training at Fleming College!  EFlyers
It's not too late to register your leaders, or potential leaders, in training that will help them develop valuable leadership competencies. Our next cohort of the P.E.A.K. Leadership program will start on Wednesday, March 9th.  For more details about this training program, visit www.flemingcollege.ca/services/contract-training/peak-leadership
 
NEW!
If you're a senior leader, P.E.A.K. Executive Leadership will help you develop the soft skills that separate high-level executives from the rest!  This new training program starts Friday, March 4th!  For more information, visit www.flemingcollege.ca/services/contract-training/peak-executive-leadership or contact Deborah Clifford at [email protected] or 1-866-353-6464 ext. 5228
 

Special Offer from Nightingale Nursing!
  
 
We are offering a FREE Education opportunity to those people looking for a career in the Health Care Field. We are looking for caring compassionate people to join our team of care givers. Obtain your Personal Attendant Certificate in ONLY 8-10 weeks. Nightingale Nursing has partnered with Fleming College to offer this course for you to gain your Personal Attendant Certificate. 
 
Nightingale is hosting an Open House March 1st, 2016 2pm-3pm at 2948 Lakefield Rd. Selwyn.
 
Class start expected to be March 7th, 2016. For more information call Alison at 705.652.6118. Email [email protected]

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Cost: $45  ($25 Not-for-Profit rate)

 

*Note: 4 Star Members receive one free eFlyer, while 5 Star members receive two free eFlyers a year with membership.

 

For more information, or to reserve your spot, contact Christa at The Chamber (705) 748-9771 ext 210. 

 

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ChambernewsChamber News & Special Events
 
Prestigious Office Space Available at the Chamber  
Prestigious address in an Historic Building with the Chamber of Commerce in the same building.
  
Office design maintains the historic integrity of the Train Station.
- vertical wainscoting to match original trim
- glass treatments
  
Individual spaces are approximately 100 - 120sq ft.
Rental rate of $500 per month.
 
Contact:
Stuart Harrison
705-748-9771 ext 202
More information and floor plan can be found here.         
127th Annual General Meeting
 
When: Wednesday, March 30th, 2016
Where: Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront

Doors Open at 7:00 am
Breakfast at 7:30am
AGM at 8:00am

  

45th Annual Golf Tournament
Registration is now open for the 45th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament! It's a great opportunity:
 
 - for Chamber members to bring their clients
 - for prospective members to find out more about the Peterborough Chamber
- to network with over 200 members of the Peterborough business community 

When: Wednesday, June 8, 2016
Where: Kawartha Golf & Country Club, 777 Clonsilla Avenue, Peterborough
  
Don't miss out!
  
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Karen August by email or at 705-748-9771 x200
  
Experience China Group Tour 
The Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce is hosting a memorable journey to China. This will be a cost-effective opportunity for you to become familiar with some of the leading cities in China and to experience their centuries old customs and history, while witnessing first-hand their rapidly changing economy and their expanding role in the global marketplace.
 
When: September 25 to October 6, 2016
Cost: $2,399/pp*
Limited space available so book before June 15th, 2016!
  
More information can be found here.
  
*CAD$, p.p. dbl occ. Single supplement: $500. All rates are subject to change. Not included: Any personal expenses, such as insurance, passport fees (Visa required: $250), and gratuities, any meals, or items not mentioned.
   

UpcomingUpcoming Events

               

March 1 - Peterborough Business Exchange at Trent Athletics Centre

 

March 8 - Breakfast Club at Carousel Restaurant

 

March 16 - Lunch Box Learning at the Chamber

 

March 16 - Holistic Group Meeting at the Chamber

 

March 17 - Young Professionals Group at The Venue

 

March 30 - Annual General Meeting at Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront

 

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