Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Tuesday E-mail - December 21, 2010

Chamber Happenings:

Chamber Holiday Hours
>The Chamber office will be closed December 24, 2010 at 12pm and will re-open on January 3, 2011 at 8:30am. We wish everyone a safe and Happy Holiday.


Chamber Business Breakfast

The Chamber Business Breakfast will take place on Wednesday January 5, 2011 start time 8am at the Log Cabin Inn. With special guest Minister of Industry MP Tony Clement. Cost is $15.00 tax/grat in for a hot buffet breakfast and an opportunity to hear what hot topic items are happening.

Tickets are available at the Chamber office or you can RSVP ahead and pay cash at the door.
As the Chamber will be closed during the stated Christmas break if you’re interested in attending the Breakfast with Minister Tony Clement on January 5th please ensure you call to rsvp or drop by the office to pick up your tickets before Friday December 24 at noon.


Chamber Annual General Meeting

The Chamber’s Annual General Meeting will be held on January 10th, 2011 at 5:00pm at the West Parry Sound District Museum. We encourage all members to attend this meeting.


Copyright Modernization Act - OCC

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) has requested support from it’s members in regards to the proposed Copyright Modernization Act- Bill-C-32 which would see the modernization of the act.


The board of directors feels strongly that this is an issue relevant to business and although perhaps not directly affecting our membership it’s a cause worth supporting.


If you have any questions or would like to know more information on this proposed legislation please visit the OCC web site at www.occ.on.ca.


What’s Happening in our Business Community


10 Digit Dialing - January 15th

Starting on January 15, 2011, businesses and consumers in the 705 region will have to adopt 10-digit dialing – the area code followed by the phone number – for all local communications.

In addition, on March 19, 2011 a new area code 249 will also be introduced. For your local calls, you will always enter 10 digits (area code + local number) Anyone who already has a number with area code 705 will keep the same number.


What’s Happening with our Members

Click 1 - On the move


Chamber member Click 1 offering computer & network consulting and support services has moved to 49A William Street in Parry Sound. Congratulations on the move!

DBA Hospitality Store Open

A reminder that the Downtown Business Association Hospitality store will be open this week offering Free gift wrapping, draw baskets, popcorn and hot chocolate.
Wednesday (22nd) - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Thursday (23rd) - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday (24th) - 11:00am - 3:00pm


Think Local First


While finishing your last minute shopping this week be sure to Think Local First and support our
local businesses. When you chose to shop locally you are not only helping our economy but also encouraging local job growth, helping the environment and promoting entrepreneurship.

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