MBOT NEWS & UPDATES 
- As the Federal Government prepares to present legislation to legalize marijuana, the provinces are poised for the windfall on tax revenue. The Ontario Chamber of Commerce passed a resolution at it's Spring Annual General Meeting to support a fair and level playing field in the distribution of recreational marijuana. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce currently has a resolution before it's AGM to lobby the Federal Government to mandate the Provinces to institute fair distribution. In other words, give private business the opportunity to engage in commerce, where legalized recreational marijuana is concerned. Mississauga Board of Trade urges the City of Mississauga and the Region of Peel to include the local business community in all discussions that will impact decisions on who and where licenses to distribute marijuana are granted. We also urge the municipal and regional governments to consult the local business community with respect to any "revenue tools" they may contemplate assessing for these licenses.
- As reported in The Mississauga News, Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie is calling on the federal and provincial governments to provide municipalities greater say in the projects receiving federal infrastructure funding. Mississauga Board of Trade supports the equal and important input of local governments in infrastructure projects. It is important to fund good projects that properly invest in infrastructure, not just the sexy ones. "We applaud Mayor Crombie for speaking out on this and we agree with her that Mississauga must be fully consulted before projects are announced and go ahead," said David Wojcik, President & CEO, Mississauga Board of Trade.
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In the provincial Throne Speech read by the Lieutenant Governor on September 12, 2016, the Government announced that it would deliver additional relief on electricity bills. The Government will introduce legislation that would rebate - directly on consumers' residential electricity bills - an amount equal to the provincial portion of the Harmonized Sales Tax, an eight per cent savings. The rebate would go into effect on January 1, 2017 and small businesses will also qualify. To benefit more businesses, the Government will expand eligibility for the Industrial Conservation Initiative by lowering the threshold for participation and broadening participation to all sectors. When fully implemented, participating industrial customers will be able to find savings of up to 34 per cent, depending on their ability to reduce peak consumption. "This promise is welcome news for businesses in Ontario. Our members have been telling us that the high price of electricity is affecting their costs dramatically so any way to lower the price is going to be helpful," said David Wojcik, President, MBOT.
- Mississauga Board of Trade (MBOT) wishes to congratulate GE Canada and the Province of Ontario on the ground breaking of the new "Brilliant Factory" in Welland, Ontario that will strengthen Ontario has a hub of advanced manufacturing. GE Canada's head office is located in Mississauga, Ontario and projects like this help support the Mississauga operations as well as those in Welland. "GE Canada has been a very strong supporter of MBOT over many years and a real corporate leader in Mississauga," said David Wojcik, President & CEO, MBOT. "Announcements like this are good news for GE in all of Ontario."
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We are revamping and re-branding our quarterly magazine for the new year and are looking for a NEW NAME. We are asking our valued members to come up with a new name capturing the vibe and essence of the Mississauga Business Community. Blend a mixture of short, catchy and easy to remember names that you think are unique, you could win $500 MBOT Dollars*.
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* MBOT Dollars can be used towards event admission and advertising opportunities.
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AFFINITY PARTNERS
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
- Insuranceland
- MBOT Worldwide Travel Discounts
- UPS
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MBOT REFERRAL PROGRAM
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 quarterly prize of $500 gift card will be announced at our monthly breakfast networking event - Good Morning Mississauga (GMM) in September. 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.
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
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.
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 NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Looking to meet like-minded business people? Register now for one of MBOT's upcoming events.
Upcoming Events:
- 2016 Mayor's Annual Address Luncheon - September 20 SOLD-OUT
- Business Learning Series - Show me the Money IV - September 29
- Membership Matters - October 5
- Good Morning Mississauga (GMM) - October 12
- Small Business Expo - October 18
- Growth & Power Breakfast with Creator of Kijiji - October 20
- Women's Leadership: It Only Takes One Woman! #Ask4more - October 25
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Accessing Global Talents - September 22, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. Click here for details.
The Streetsville BIA is hosting the 8 th Annual Taste of Streetsville event from September 8 - October 6. This year the participating restaurants will be offering a $30 prix fixe, three course menu and will be donating $0.50 from each dish sold to the Trillium Health Partners Foundation. Details & Menu online at tasteofstreetsville.ca.
NeuroTech Ontario Showcase & Public Talk: Memory & Alzheimer's Disease - Your Brain is Amazing! on September 27, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. hosted by the Ontario Brain Institute. To register for this FREE public talk, visit: www.braininstitute.ca
The Mississauga Business Enterprise Centre (MBEC) is celebrating Small Business Month in October with 4 FREE Digital Marketing seminars to help your business grow. For more information and to register, visit mississauga.ca/mbec.
Colours of Love International Concert, October 16, 5 p.m. at Mississauga Living Art Centre. For more details, visit www.coloursoflove.ca.
2016 Star of Mississauga South Award was created to recognize small businesses that are unique to Mississauga South and make our community a more vibrant place to live. Awards will be presented on Wednesday October 12, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Visit www.portcredit.com for details.
Bolly Music Fest - Presented by Rotary Club of Mississauga City Centre, October 1. All proceeds will go towards the local and international caused supported by Rotary. Details: www.rcm-cc.ca.
The Mississauga Arts Council presents The Magical Masquerade Ball, October 29 at Lakeshore Convention Centre. For details, visit www.mississaugaartscouncil.com.
The Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA), in partnership with The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO) in Canada, would like to invite Canadian companies to join the Canadian Logistics Mission to Hong Kong
Heart House Hospice is looking for a Chair for An Evening in Vegas Gala which will be held on March 23, 2017. This dynamic individual will take ownership of the gala and share the impact of hospice in our community with business leaders. Details: https://hearthousehospice.com.
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