Chamber Comings and Goings
There is also an element of change in the air at the Chamber. General Manager Rebecca Cowan has accepted a position with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in Alberta, but will be handing the reins of the Chamber operation over to the very capable and familiar Perry Harris.
Having previously held the role of General Manager, as well as having been actively involved in the Chamber Board for several years, Perry is perfectly positioned to guide the Chamber in this exciting and innovative time.
A note from Rebecca;
I would like to thank everyone involved with the Chamber – staff, members, directors, advisors, partners, municipalities, etc. – for making the past two years such a wonderful time of learning, growth and development. In the words of broadcaster Tom Brokaw, “It’s easy to make a buck, it’s a lot tougher to make a difference.” My dearest hope is that our team efforts have made a difference for both individual businesses and the community as a whole. I look forward to crossing paths with my many Chamber friends and family in the future. Thank you all for your support and best wishes!
What’s Happening In Our Community?
Business Planning Seminars - REDAC
Are you ready to pitch to the Parry Sound Dragon’s this fall? Are you looking to improve your overall business knowledge or brush up on some specific skills? Don’t miss the following seminars geared to improving your business savvy.
Market Research - presented by The Business Centre
Let The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound help you learn how to sift through the endless amount of statistical data and uncover what is meaningful and useful for your particular needs. This session focuses on the importance of market research when developing a business idea. Whether you are an entrepreneur who is just starting out or an existing business owner looking to learn more about your market, this seminar will contain useful information for you.
August 4th - 4:30 to 6:00PM
Community Business and Development Centre, 1A Church St.
Marketing - presented by the Business Centre
Discover how marketing is key in making a good business great. Whether you are a seasonal or year-round business selling a product, service, or both this workshop will provide small business owners with the information necessary to successfully market your business.
August 11th - 4:30 to 6:00PM
Community Business and Development Centre, 1A Church St.
Financial Planning for Business
This session covers the basics of what you need to know to understand your financial statements including the profit and loss statement, cash flow, and balance sheet. Be sure to bring your numbers along and leave with a more detailed financial plan.
August 18th - 4:30 to 6:00PM
Parry Sound Fire Hall, 4 Church Street
Valuation - presented by Jeffrey D. Cling & Morgan McIntyre
Join Valuation Experts of ap Valuations Limited for a presentation done in partnership with The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound.
August 25th - 4:30 to 6:00PM
Community Business and Development Centre, 1A Church St.
Presentation Skills - Presented by Entrepreneurs, Keith Saulnier of Georgian Bay Airways and Andrew Ryeland of Bear Claw Tours.
Entrepreneurs hoping to impress clients, attract customers, secure financing, and keep employees happy must have the ability to communicate their ideas clearly and effectively.
This interactive workshop is designed to enhance the oral presentation skills required to increase one’s professional effectiveness.
September 1st - 4:30 to 6:00PM
Community Business and Development Centre, 1A Church St
***This seminar is mandatory for anyone who wishes to participate in the presentation rehersals***
Presentation Rehersals
Dragons Den Applicants will have the opportunity to perform a mock presentation and gain valuable feedback on their presentations from a panel of business-minded individuals.
September 15th - contact Stephanie at 746-5892 to book a time
Contact Area Economic Development Coordinator, Kirsten LeDrew at kledrew@townofparrysound.com or 705-746-2101 ext. 39 for more information or to RSVP to these great seminars!
Reporting Procedures for Ontario First Nations Point-of-Sale Relief
The Province of Ontario recently announced it intends to continue to offer Ontario First Nations relief from tax on certain purchases made off-reserve. Vendors and service providers who sell to eligible Ontario First Nations customers should be aware of reporting procedures for the point-ofsale relief of an amount equal to the provincial part of the harmonized sales tax (HST).
Effective September 1, 2010, eligible Ontario First Nations customers can benefit from a credit equal to the 8 per cent provincial part of the HST at the point of sale when they purchase qualifying goods and services off-reserve.
The Canada Revenue Agency has prepared an Information Sheet that discusses how GST/HST registrants who provide this credit at the point of sale would be required to report the HST, beginning September 1, 2010. Please see GST/HST Info Sheet GI-106, Ontario First Nations Point-of-Sale Relief - Reporting Requirements for GST/HST Registrant Suppliers.
For more information on who is eligible for this credit and which supplies of goods and services will qualify, go to the Province of Ontario Web site at: www.rev.gov.on.ca/en/taxchange/firstnations.html
For more information on the HST, go to www.cra.gc.ca/gsthst
Travel Intentions Study – Summer/Fall 2010
The Summer/Fall 2010 presentation of the Travel Intentions Study has just been posted to the Ministry’s website. This presentation includes:
- Intent to travel to/within Ontario
- Perception of Ontario and specific destinations
- Barriers to travelling in Ontario
- Traveller’s attitudinal and behavioural trends
- The Social Benefits of Travel
The presentation is available at:
http://www.tourism.gov.on.ca/english/research/travel_intentions/index.html_
What Are Our Members Doing?
Moose FM & Health Centre Foundation Radio-thon
Thursday August 12th, The Moose is teaming with their friends at the “West Parry Sound Health Centre Foundation” in aid of their “Support The Girls” digital mammography project. They are looking to raise funds to replace the current outdated mammography machine at the hospital.
Tune in, open your hearts and wallets AND tell your friends! Number to call and make a pledge is 746 4291 or 746 2163. Also donations can be brought in to 60 James Street Suite 301. The Radio-thon will go from 6am-6pm.
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