MBOT President & CEO, Sheldon Leiba and 2015 Chair Jeffrey Percival attended Ontario Chamber of Commerce AGM in Cornwall. Premier Wynne spoke on first night regarding the recent provincial budget announcement.  At the conference, Sheldon was a panel speaker on Chamber Strategic Planning, and also had the opportunity to introduce guest speaker, Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath.  At the OCC AGM, Sheldon was re-appointed to the Board of Directors for the Ontario Chamber of Commerce.


 

  


MBOT President & CEO Sheldon Leiba attended CivicAction GTHA Summit in Toronto on April 28. Speakers included Toronto Mayor John Tory, Ontario Premier Wynne and Federal Minister of Transportation Lisa Raitt.   Key themes for the full day conference featuring panel sessions included: infrastructure; mental health in workplace; affordable housing; and public spaces. Participants represented the leadership of top organizations and government officials from across the GTHA to discuss issues and develop solutions to regional challenges.

 

  


Peter Nogalo, MBOT Vice Chair - Policy participated on Rogers TV show to discuss provincial and federal budgets.

 


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Mississauga's leading business association is currently seeking nominations for businesses, organizations and business people that exemplify excellence to be considered for the 2015 Mississauga Business Awards of Excellence, sponsored by MNP LLP. 

 

Since 1980, Mississauga Board of Trade has been recognizing Mississauga businesses and leaders whose business achievements or community involvement have made significant contributions to the economic and social well being of the City of Mississauga. Businesses and individuals are nominated and recognized in 10 categories that culminate in a celebratory evening on November 19, 2015 that brings together hundreds of businesses, government and industry leaders for a night of celebration and prestige. 

 

Award categories are:  Small Business of the Year; Large Business of the Year; New Business of the Year; Business Person of the Year; Clean and Green; Corporate Social Responsibility; Employer of the Year; Not for Profit; Technology & Innovation; and Sam McCallion Community Involvement.

 

Submission deadline is June 22, and complete your submission online at www.mbotawards.com.

 

 

 


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WELCOME NEW MEMBERSnewmembers

Mississauga Board of Trade would like to welcome its new members that have joined in the past 30 days. For a full list of new members including contact information, please visit our Membership Directory listing.

 

 

AFFINITY PARTNERSaffinity

One of the many benefits of membership with MBOT is the opportunity to take advantage of great programs & services.

 

Some Affinity Partners Include:

  • Primus (NEW): Reliable and affordable voice and data services. 
    MBOT members can take advantage of preferred pricing - save up to 50% on select services.
  • Kaneff Golf: 15% Discount for MBOT Members! 
    Complimentary tennis and discounted golf available at KaneffGolf Group Courses.
  • Port Credit Yacht Club: Enjoy reciprocal privileges as associate members of the Port Credit Yacht Club.

 

To view a complete list of Affinity Programs please visit our website.

 

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIESnetworking

 

Looking to meet like-minded business people? Register now for one of MBOT's upcoming  events.

Upcoming Events:

  • Politicians Appreciation - May 20
  • Mississauga Business Xchange (MBX) - May 27
  • Growth & Power Breakfast Series - May 28
  • Ontario's Minister of Finance Address on 2015 Budget - "Building Ontario Up" - May 29
  • Good Morning Mississauga (GMM) - June 10
  • Financial Benefits of Sustainability for Your Business - June 10
  • Membership Matters - June 11
  • Nine, Dine & Network: Golf Classic - June 16
  • Transformational Technologies - June 23
     

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COMMUNITY NEWScommunity

Events (In Partnership with MBOT):
  • Networking Edge Breakfast Meeting - May 27, 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Guest Speaker: Sheldon Leiba, President & CEO - Mississauga Board of Trade. Sheldon Leiba to share his perspective on the current and future business climate, how a chamber supports its members, business community engagement along with how MBOT interfaces with the city and politicians. Details
  • Business for the Arts - boardLink Local Mississauga, June 11, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Details
  • Canadian Chamber of Commerce and Grant Thorton LLP Private Growth Award. Deadline: July 10. Details
     

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