What's New @ MBOT
February 2016

MBOT REFERRAL PROGRAMreferral
  


We are pleased you have chosen Mississauga Board of Trade (MBOT) as your local Chamber of Commerce.
 
As a MBOT member you would be aware, that since being established in 1976, MBOT has played an important leadership role serving and representing the interests of business of all sizes and sectors in our community.  MBOT's large, diverse and active membership has made us one of the most vibrant business associations in Canada.
 
With our Member Referral Program, you can help us spread the word about the value of your membership to your business contacts.  Every time you refer someone to MBOT and that company becomes a member you'll be entered into a draw for a Prize.  The winner will be announced at our GMM events every quarter starting March. The grand prize of 2 Delta airline tickets will be at our Annual General Meeting in December 2016. You will also receive a free networking voucher for every single referral!

Contact Solange Barcena at [email protected] or call 905-273-6151 ext. 430. for more information.




MBOT TRAVEL PROGRAMtravel
  

9 day tour introduces travellers to the wonders of these two unique European countries. Guests will tour the capital cities of Lisbon and Madrid with expert local guides, visit the stunning Alhambra Palace in Granada and see Gaudi's incredible Sagrada Familia Church in Barcelona. This tour combines culture, business networking opportunities and history, and is sure to delight every visitor.
 
Tour package includes:
  • International return airfare from Toronto, including taxes
  • Accommodation at listed hotels or similar
  • 7 Breakfasts
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Transport and sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Alhambra entrance
  • All applicable land taxes


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.
 
Our Affinity Partners Include:
  • Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan
  • Esso
  • First Data
  • Grand & Toy **NEW**
  • Insuranceland
  • MBOT Worldwide Travel Discounts
  • Teeth First Dental
  • UPS


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:
  • NGen Networking Event - February 25
  • Business Learning Series - Beat the Taxman - February 25
  • Membership Matters - March 2
  • Experience Spain/Portugal 2016 - Information Session - March 2
  • Good Morning Mississauga (GMM) - March 9
  • Growth & Power Breakfast Series - March 10
  • Good Evening Mississauga (GEM) - March 17
  • Experience Spain/Portugal 2016 - Information Session - April 5
  • Membership Matters - April 6
  • Good Morning Mississauga (GMM) - April 13
  • 55th Anniversary Masquerade Gala - April 14
     

MEMBERS ONLYmembersonly

 

Has your company recently moved and you need to update your contact information?

Would you like to quickly and easily register for an event, without having to manually enter your information into the system?

Log into your Members Only Portal by clicking the icon beside, to access these and many other features!


SPECIAL OFFERABM
 

 
LIMITED SPOTS LEFT!  For details, please contact Sonia Ojha, Advertising & Promotions Manager at  [email protected] or call (905) 273-6151 ext 310
 

COMMUNITY NEWScommunity
  • LOOKING FOR HELP THIS SUMMER?  WHY NOT HIRE A STUDENT?WAGE SUBSIDIES ARE AVAILABLE...APPLY TO CANADA SUMMER JOBS!

    Canada Summer Jobs provides wage subsidies for not-for-profit organizations, public sector employers and small businesses with 50 or fewer full-time employees to create summer jobs for students between the ages of 15 and 30.
     

    Private and public sector employers are eligible to receive funding for up to 50% of the provincial or territorial minimum hourly wage while non-for-profit employers are eligible to receive funding for up to 100% of the provincial or territorial minimum hourly wage.

    The application form as well as the applicant guide are currently available on the Service Canada website. You can submit your application online, by mail or in person at any Service Canada Centre. 
    The application period for Canada Summer Jobs 2016 has been extended until March 11, 2016.
  • Closing the Gender Wage Gap: A Public Town Hall on the Gender Wage Gap in
    Ontario and Peel Region -  Monday, February 22,  6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Best Western Brampton. RSVP: [email protected] 
     
  • Closing the Gap Healthcare - Community Open House. National launch of the AngioDefender. February 27, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at 1801 Lakeshore Rd. W,  Unit #8, Mississauga.
     
 

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