What Is The Chamber Doing For You?
Accessibility Workshop - September 29th
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce are hosting a workshop to help your business comply with Ontario’s new customer service standards under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Join us on Wednesday September 29, 2010 at the West Parry Sound District Museum start time 8:30am to Noon for this important information session by speaker Louie DiPalma, Accessibility Works, Ontario Chamber of Commerce. We as chamber associations are determined to help businesses so that they can better serve the growing population of people with all types of disabilities.
Please RSVP to Jessie at the Chamber by September 24, 2010. (705) 746-4213 or jessie@parrysoundchamber.ca
Upcoming Business After Hours
Join your fellow Chamber members on September 29, 2010 at a business after hours hosted by Georgian Bay Airways and Bear Claw Tours at Georgian Bay Airways location on Bay Street. Come and enjoy coffee and ice cream while touring their great facility. Enter a draw for eight lucky attendees to go on a flight the following day (weather permitting).
Other upcoming Business After Hours:
October 13th - RBC & The Stockey Centre
November 17th - Hidden Bay Leadership Camp
Please RSVP to info@parrysoundchamber.ca or (705) 746-4213.
Golf Tournament
Please note the last blog post outlining our “Fall Classic” Golf Tournament which also recognizes our sponsors to date. Including a $10,000 Hole in One Contest sponsored by Canada Brokerlink. Sign up your team or as a individual today by contacting the Chamber (705) 746-4213.
Parry Sound Municipal Election All Candidates Meeting
Hosted by the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce, the Parry Sound North Star, TV Cogeco and the Moose FM.
When: Monday, September 27, 2010
Time: 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:30pm)
Place: Charles W. Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts
Also broadcast on TV Cogeco
Cost: Free
- Have your say and ask your questions during the public question period.
- Hear what the Parry Sound Municipal candidates have to say on the issues that matter to you.
- Hear the Municipal candidates answer tough questions from a panel of select community representatives.
- Hear platforms from the Near North District School Board Board Trustee Candidates.
Chamber Happenings:
Poverty Reduction Committee:
The Chamber has recently joined this committee because as employers you’re aware of the effects of poverty on the workforce. This includes lack of transportation, lack of nutritious food and overall mental distress due to economic circumstances. All of these have a direct impact on the productivity of the worker and society and it’s very important to work with area associations to assist in solving this issue.
REDAC: (Regional Economic Development Advisory Committee)
The Township of Seguin, Municipality of McDougall and the Town of Parry Sound have been working in a partnership over the past 2 years in order to bring sustainable economic growth to our area. The Chamber and other associations belong to REDAC and have/will start to partner with the committee to bring workshops and seminars to the area and to evaluate the housing/emerging developments/communications and work on issues involving all municipalities. We recently attended the REDAC strategic seminar and look forward to assisting
with the implementation of the ideas proposed at the meeting for 2011.
Another wonderful waterfront season comes to a close
The Chamber of Commerce has been contracted since 1987 to operate the waterfront facilities to serve the transient boater’s needs and to act as a tourism information centre for the Parry Sound Area.
For the past 23 years, the operation has served well over 40,000 boaters with approximately 120,000 people on board (not to mention the hundreds of thousands attending the info booth) and financially boasted our local businesses and economy.
With the wonderful weather that was provided for us this season, we had a very busy summer at the waterfront.
Visitor Stats:
Town dock Location: Total # of paying visits: 117, up from 64 in 2009.
Average length of boat: 38.97’
Head count from info centre: approx. 1372
Big Sound Marina: Total # of paying visits: 952 up from 794 in 2009.
Average length: 33.79’
Through the generosity of our members, we received the following items:
• New BBQ from Ritchie Insurance
• Free propane, plus an additional 20lb tank from Canadian Tire (which were filled 5 times this year!).
• Free shuttle service to and from Parry Sound Sobeys
• Bigger, better and more powerful antennae for the wi-fi service donated and installed free of charge from Georgian Bay Software (enabled the boaters to receive the wi-fi from the docks instead of on our deck as in previous years.)
• Donation of computer and improved wireless equipment for the Town Dock information centre from Georgian Bay Software (to replace the computer stolen two summers ago).
Customer Service continues to be our number one priority and strength throughout the season. From their initial interview, to the first day of training and continuing throughout the summer, the staff is told and trained on the importance on going ‘above and beyond’ for the boaters and visitors to the area. We ensure that the staff is familiar with the local attractions, business and events to effectively promote the area. Local brochures, maps and other promotional items were always kept in stock to help achieve this.
We had an amazing and wonderful team this year and can’t say and brag enough about them!
Upcoming Business Workshops & Seminars:
Contact North and PARO workshops
Contact North and PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise have teamed up to offer workshops every Wednesday in September. The sessions are available free of charge and open to all Parry Sound and area residents though Contact North distance education delivery system. The Contact North Center is located at 60 James Street, suite 201. Please register by e-mailing : buildingbridges@paro.ca.
Bookkeeping I
September 29, 2010 - 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Christine Sikerbol, PARO Centre
• 3 Categories of essential business tasks
• Daily recording of transactions
• Cash Receipts (A/R)
• Cash Disbursements (A/P)
• Bank reconciliations
Labour Market Information
September 29, 2010 - 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Adrienne Serreao, Service Canada
Job seekers, careers in transitions, or potential employers, this workshop will provide you with valuable resources
• What’s hot and what’s not in the local labour market
• What you can do to prepare
Please register to these seminars by e-mailing: buildingbridges@paro.ca.
Georgian Bay Women’s Network
Georgian Bay Women’s Network is offering a six week course on Simply Accounting - Level One. It will run on Wednesday evenings - for a total of 18 hours. Starting October 13th and running into November.
They will provide the teaching module of Simply, the textbooks, instructor and a copy of the software for each student. The cost to you is only the payment of the textbooks - $50.00, plus a $15.00 donation to the YMCA. Please note space is limited. Contact Susan at the Parry Sound Area Community Business & Development Centre today to sign up, (705) 746-4455 or susan@cbdc.parrysound.on.ca
What’s Happening With Our Members?
RISE Open House
Join RISE (Resource Centre for Independent Living) on September 28, 2010 as they open and celebrate their new location. Meet the staff and volunteers. Light refreshments will be served. 11am to 2pm, 70 Isabella Street Parry Sound. For more information contact RISE at (705) 746-6996.
Friday, September 24, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Tuesday E-mail - September 14, 2010
What Is The Chamber Doing For You?
Upcoming Business After Hours
Join your fellow Chamber members on September 29th at a business after hours hosted by Georgian Bay Airways and Bear Claw Tours at Georgian Bay Airways location on Bay Street. Come and enjoy coffee and ice cream while touring their great facility.
October 13th - RBC & The Stockey Centre
November 17th - Hidden Bay Leadership Camp
Accessibility Workshop - September 29th
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a workshop to help Ontario businesses comply with Ontario’s new customer service standards.
Please join us on Wednesday September 29, 2010 at the West Parry Sound District Museum start time 8:30am to Noon for this important information session by speaker Louie DiPalma, Accessibility Works, Ontario Chamber of Commerce. We as chamber associations are determined to help businesses so that they can better serve the growing population of people
with all types of disabilities.
For additional information and to rsvp please contact Jessie at the Chamber 705-746-4213 or jessie@parrysoundchamber.ca
Chamber Happenings:
We feel it’s important for you, our members, to know the involvement that we in the Chamber office and our directors participate in so this will be a section each week to advise and enlighten on the happenings of the Chamber involvement.
This past week has been very busy for us in the office. We’ve been preparing for the upcoming Accessibility workshop, business after hours and our monthly board meeting.
Chamber Business Directory
We’ve also started working on the 2011 “Chamber Business Directory” which will be published and ready for distribution early spring. You’ll be hearing from us over the next couple of months to ensure that the information we have on file for your company is accurate and up to date. Of course there will be advertising opportunities to promote your business in the directory and we’ll be sending this out under separate cover at a later date.
Golf Tournament
Please note the following Blog Post outlining our “Fall Classic” Tournament” which also recognizes our sponsors to date.
Canada Brokerlink has just sponsored a $10,000 hole in one so this is going to be a great tournament.
Fire Truck
Many years ago a 1938 GMC Fire Truck was donated to the Chamber and has been on display at the Old Town Fire Hall. This truck could be used for parades and community events however it does require some minor work. If a member is interested in assisting us with this repair as a sponsor that would be great. For additional information please contact Perry at the Chamber, (705) 746-4213 or perry@parrysoundchamber.ca
Upcoming Business Workshops & Seminars:
Contact North and PARO workshops
Contact North and PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise have teamed up to offer workshops every Wednesday in September. PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise provides programs and services to residents across Northern Ontario who are ready to start, grow or build new opportunities. The sessions are available free of charge and open to all Parry Sound and area residents though Contact North distance education delivery system. The Contact North Center is located at 60 James Street, suite 201. Please register by e-mailing : buildingbridges@paro.ca.
The Good, The Bad... What were you thinking?
September 15, 2010 - 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Brenda McDougall, Suzanne Tighe, PARO Centre
Have you ever read an ad and wondered, “What were they thinking”? Learn how to make the most of your marketing $$.
• Avoid costly bloopers and blunders
• Do it right the first time!
Record Keeping
September 22, 2010 - 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Christine Sikerbol, PARO Centre
What to do with all that paper that flows in and out of a business!
• Filing Mechanics and systems
• Record retention guidelines
• Bank statements, cancelled cheques, accounts payable, accounting chart of accounts, posting invoices and payments.
Debt Freedom
September 22, 2010 - 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Shirley DeWilde- Debt Freedom
Debt Freedom Financial helping to make choices in
• Debt Management
• Revenue Protection
• Expense Control
• Asset Management
Please register to these seminars by e-mailing : buildingbridges@paro.ca.
Georgian Bay Women’s Network
Fall has arrived which means the Georgian Bay Women’s Network is up and providing seminars and workshops again. Starting October 13th and running into November they are offering a six week course on Simply Accounting - Level One It will run on Wednesday evenings - for a total of 18 hours. They will provide the teaching module of Simply, the textbooks, instructor and a copy of the software for each student. You will learn everything you need to know to navigate Simply accounting, create and configure a company, use general ledger features, accounts payable, accounts receivable, historical data, perform transaction inquiries, perform commonly used transactions, bank transactions, periodic processing, forms, reports, and management tools.
The cost to you is only the payment of the textbooks - $50.00, plus a $15.00 donation to the YMCA. Please note space is limited. Contact Susan at the Parry Sound Area Community Business & Development Centre today to sign up, (705) 746-4455 or susan@cbdc.parrysound.on.ca
The Synergy Project Management & Leadership Skills for First Time Supervisors & Managers Workshop
An important update from the Synergy Project...
There are only TEN spots left for the Management and Leadership Skills for First Time Supervisors and Managers workshop!
Register now to reserve your spot. Presented by: National Seminars Group. September 21 & 22 from 9am-4pm, at the West Parry Sound District Museum.
To register contact Alyssa Koenderink, Synergy Project Coordinator, 746-9330 or email akoenderink@clps.ca
What’s Happening In Our Community?
Canadian Youth Business Foundation seeks Mentors
The Canadian Youth Business Foundation is looking for entrepreneurs and professionals with strong business acumen, who possess strong communication skills, are great listeners and can advise as necessary. Answer the call to mentor and Inspire, Learn, Build and Grow young
entrepreneurs in your community.
Further Details can be found on their website:
- www.cybf.ca
- http://www.cybf.ca/assets/pdf/Become_a_Mentor_Sheet.pdf
For additional information please contact Janice Weir, CHRP jweir@cybf.ca or 1-866-646-2922 x 2105
Upcoming Business After Hours
Join your fellow Chamber members on September 29th at a business after hours hosted by Georgian Bay Airways and Bear Claw Tours at Georgian Bay Airways location on Bay Street. Come and enjoy coffee and ice cream while touring their great facility.
October 13th - RBC & The Stockey Centre
November 17th - Hidden Bay Leadership Camp
Accessibility Workshop - September 29th
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a workshop to help Ontario businesses comply with Ontario’s new customer service standards.
Please join us on Wednesday September 29, 2010 at the West Parry Sound District Museum start time 8:30am to Noon for this important information session by speaker Louie DiPalma, Accessibility Works, Ontario Chamber of Commerce. We as chamber associations are determined to help businesses so that they can better serve the growing population of people
with all types of disabilities.
For additional information and to rsvp please contact Jessie at the Chamber 705-746-4213 or jessie@parrysoundchamber.ca
Chamber Happenings:
We feel it’s important for you, our members, to know the involvement that we in the Chamber office and our directors participate in so this will be a section each week to advise and enlighten on the happenings of the Chamber involvement.
This past week has been very busy for us in the office. We’ve been preparing for the upcoming Accessibility workshop, business after hours and our monthly board meeting.
Chamber Business Directory
We’ve also started working on the 2011 “Chamber Business Directory” which will be published and ready for distribution early spring. You’ll be hearing from us over the next couple of months to ensure that the information we have on file for your company is accurate and up to date. Of course there will be advertising opportunities to promote your business in the directory and we’ll be sending this out under separate cover at a later date.
Golf Tournament
Please note the following Blog Post outlining our “Fall Classic” Tournament” which also recognizes our sponsors to date.
Canada Brokerlink has just sponsored a $10,000 hole in one so this is going to be a great tournament.
Fire Truck
Many years ago a 1938 GMC Fire Truck was donated to the Chamber and has been on display at the Old Town Fire Hall. This truck could be used for parades and community events however it does require some minor work. If a member is interested in assisting us with this repair as a sponsor that would be great. For additional information please contact Perry at the Chamber, (705) 746-4213 or perry@parrysoundchamber.ca
Upcoming Business Workshops & Seminars:
Contact North and PARO workshops
Contact North and PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise have teamed up to offer workshops every Wednesday in September. PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise provides programs and services to residents across Northern Ontario who are ready to start, grow or build new opportunities. The sessions are available free of charge and open to all Parry Sound and area residents though Contact North distance education delivery system. The Contact North Center is located at 60 James Street, suite 201. Please register by e-mailing : buildingbridges@paro.ca.
The Good, The Bad... What were you thinking?
September 15, 2010 - 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Brenda McDougall, Suzanne Tighe, PARO Centre
Have you ever read an ad and wondered, “What were they thinking”? Learn how to make the most of your marketing $$.
• Avoid costly bloopers and blunders
• Do it right the first time!
Record Keeping
September 22, 2010 - 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Christine Sikerbol, PARO Centre
What to do with all that paper that flows in and out of a business!
• Filing Mechanics and systems
• Record retention guidelines
• Bank statements, cancelled cheques, accounts payable, accounting chart of accounts, posting invoices and payments.
Debt Freedom
September 22, 2010 - 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Shirley DeWilde- Debt Freedom
Debt Freedom Financial helping to make choices in
• Debt Management
• Revenue Protection
• Expense Control
• Asset Management
Please register to these seminars by e-mailing : buildingbridges@paro.ca.
Georgian Bay Women’s Network
Fall has arrived which means the Georgian Bay Women’s Network is up and providing seminars and workshops again. Starting October 13th and running into November they are offering a six week course on Simply Accounting - Level One It will run on Wednesday evenings - for a total of 18 hours. They will provide the teaching module of Simply, the textbooks, instructor and a copy of the software for each student. You will learn everything you need to know to navigate Simply accounting, create and configure a company, use general ledger features, accounts payable, accounts receivable, historical data, perform transaction inquiries, perform commonly used transactions, bank transactions, periodic processing, forms, reports, and management tools.
The cost to you is only the payment of the textbooks - $50.00, plus a $15.00 donation to the YMCA. Please note space is limited. Contact Susan at the Parry Sound Area Community Business & Development Centre today to sign up, (705) 746-4455 or susan@cbdc.parrysound.on.ca
The Synergy Project Management & Leadership Skills for First Time Supervisors & Managers Workshop
An important update from the Synergy Project...
There are only TEN spots left for the Management and Leadership Skills for First Time Supervisors and Managers workshop!
Register now to reserve your spot. Presented by: National Seminars Group. September 21 & 22 from 9am-4pm, at the West Parry Sound District Museum.
To register contact Alyssa Koenderink, Synergy Project Coordinator, 746-9330 or email akoenderink@clps.ca
What’s Happening In Our Community?
Canadian Youth Business Foundation seeks Mentors
The Canadian Youth Business Foundation is looking for entrepreneurs and professionals with strong business acumen, who possess strong communication skills, are great listeners and can advise as necessary. Answer the call to mentor and Inspire, Learn, Build and Grow young
entrepreneurs in your community.
Further Details can be found on their website:
- www.cybf.ca
- http://www.cybf.ca/assets/pdf/Become_a_Mentor_Sheet.pdf
For additional information please contact Janice Weir, CHRP jweir@cybf.ca or 1-866-646-2922 x 2105
Tuesday E-mail - September 7, 2010
What Is The Chamber Doing For You?
Business After Hours - September 29
Join your fellow Chamber members on September 29th at a business after hours hosted by Georgian Bay Airways and Bear Claw Tours at Georgian Bay Airways location on Bay Street. Come and enjoy coffee and ice cream while touring their great facility.
Golf Tournament “Fall Classic”
Our “Fall Classic” Tournament is quickly selling out so please contact the Chamber office to reserve your spot. The event will be held on Wednesday October 6 at the Parry Sound Golf and Country Club, $125.00 per person plus hst, inclusive of golf cart, shotgun start at 11am, lunch optional, silent auction and dinner at 5pm with awards presentations, a great day away from the office and a chance to mix and mingle with fellow business operators.
Accessibility Workshop Hosted by the OCC and the PSACOC
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a workshop to help Ontario businesses comply with Ontario’s new customer service standards. Please join us on Wednesday September 29, 2010 at the West Parry Sound District Museum start time 8:30am to Noon for this important information session by speaker Louie DiPalma, Accessibility Works, Ontario Chamber of Commerce.
We as chamber associations are determined to help businesses so that they can better serve the growing population of people with all types of disabilities.
For additional information and to rsvp please contact Jessie at the Chamber 705-746-4213 or jessie@parrysoundchamber.ca
Pension Reform Announcement
In case you are not aware, the Ontario Government has just announced proposed reforms to Ontario’s pension system. The government is proposing to tighten the funding rules and to increase Pension Benefits Guarantee Funds (PBGF). The Chamber as well as the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) believes that this approach will have significant consequences for businesses, by increasing costs of companies that our sponsoring pension plans.
The OCC is currently striking a Task Force to review the proposed changes, and to develop concrete recommendations as part of our response to the government’s intentions.
For more information on this news release please visit http://www.news.ontario.ca/ . We will ensure that as information comes our way we will keep you posted.
Chamber Happenings:
We feel it’s important for you, our members, to know the involvement that we in the Chamber office and our directors participate in so this will be a new section each week to advise and enlighten on the happenings of the Chamber involvement. This past week has been very busy for us in the office. We’ve been preparing for the golf tournament, the upcoming workshops and seminars with association partners and the closure of the waterfront operation.
Chamber Business Directory
We’ve also started working on the 2011 “Chamber Business Directory” which will be published and ready for distribution early spring. You’ll be hearing from us over the next couple of months to ensure that the information we have on file for your company is accurate and up to date. Of course there will be advertising opportunities to promote your business in the directory and we’ll be sending this out under separate cover at a later date.
Fire Truck
Many years ago a 1938 GMC Fire Truck was donated to the Chamber and has been on display at the Old Town Fire Hall. This truck could be used for parades and community events however it does require some minor work. If a member is interested in assisting us with this repair as a sponsor that would be great. For additional information please contact Perry at the Chamber, (705) 746-4213 or perry@parrysoundchamber.ca
Upcoming Business Workshops & Seminars:
Contact North and PARO workshops
Contact North and PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise have teamed up to offer workshops every Wednesday in September. PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise provides programs and services to residents across Northern Ontario who are ready to start, grow or build new opportunities. The sessions are available free of charge and open to all Parry Sound and area residents though Contact North distance education delivery system. The Contact North Center is located at 60 James Street, suite 201. Please register by e-mailing : buildingbridges@paro.ca.
Business Expenses & Budgeting
September 8, 2010 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Barbara Gauthier, PARO Centre
Business Expenses and Budgeting leave you confused? We will help you make sense of it all ...
• Variable vs. Fixed Expenses
• What is your reliable income?
• How to budget for your business
“Getting the Money”
September 8, 2010 - 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Pauline Shesnicky, Thunder Bay Ventures
• How to get funding
• What steps are involved
• How can this work for you
District of Parry Sound VCARS Seminar
Parry Sound VCARS will be hosting a seminar regarding Documentation, Confidentiality, Disclosure and Access Policy presented by Robert M Solomon at Kellerman’s Resort on September 13, 2010, 5-8pm and cost per person will be $40.00 inclusive of dinner.
Please register before September 3rd and for more information and to reserve your ticket please contact VCARS at (705) 746-0508.
The Synergy Project Seminars:
Management & Leadership Skills for First Time Supervisors & Managers
Presented by: National Seminars Group. September 21 & 22 from 9am-4pm, at the West Parry Sound District Museum.
To register contact Alyssa Koenderink, Synergy Project Coordinator, 746-9330 or email akoenderink@clps.ca
Positive and Productive Meetings
With Julie Malette, HSA Canada. September 30 from 9am-4pm, at the Log Cabin Inn. To register contact Alyssa Koenderink, Synergy Project Coordinator, 746-9330 or email akoenderink@clps.ca
What’s Happening In Our Community?
Canadian Youth Business Foundation seeks Mentors The Canadian Youth Business Foundation is looking for entrepreneurs and professionals with strong business acumen, who possess strong communication skills, are great listeners and can advise as necessary. Answer the call to mentor and Inspire, Learn, Build and Grow young entrepreneurs in your community.
Further Details can be found on their website:
- www.cybf.ca
- http://www.cybf.ca/assets/pdf/Become_a_Mentor_Sheet.pdf
For additional information please contact Janice Weir, CHRP jweir@cybf.ca or 1-866-646-2922 x 2105
What’s Happening With Our Members?
Members featured on TripAdvisor
In a recent e-mail blast from TripAdvisor about places to stay and things to see in Parry Sound many Chamber Members were featured.
Making the top five in the following categories were:
Featured B&B or Inn
- 40 Bay Street Bed & Breakfast
Hotels:
- Comfort Inn
- Kellerman’s Resort
- Quality Inn & Conference Centre
- Microtel Inn & Suites
Things You Shouldn’t Miss:
- The Ridge at Manitou
- The M.V. Chippewa III
Most Popular Restaurants:
- Kellerman’s Resort
- Log Cabin Inn
- Trapper’s Choice Restaurant
Business After Hours - September 29
Join your fellow Chamber members on September 29th at a business after hours hosted by Georgian Bay Airways and Bear Claw Tours at Georgian Bay Airways location on Bay Street. Come and enjoy coffee and ice cream while touring their great facility.
Golf Tournament “Fall Classic”
Our “Fall Classic” Tournament is quickly selling out so please contact the Chamber office to reserve your spot. The event will be held on Wednesday October 6 at the Parry Sound Golf and Country Club, $125.00 per person plus hst, inclusive of golf cart, shotgun start at 11am, lunch optional, silent auction and dinner at 5pm with awards presentations, a great day away from the office and a chance to mix and mingle with fellow business operators.
Accessibility Workshop Hosted by the OCC and the PSACOC
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a workshop to help Ontario businesses comply with Ontario’s new customer service standards. Please join us on Wednesday September 29, 2010 at the West Parry Sound District Museum start time 8:30am to Noon for this important information session by speaker Louie DiPalma, Accessibility Works, Ontario Chamber of Commerce.
We as chamber associations are determined to help businesses so that they can better serve the growing population of people with all types of disabilities.
For additional information and to rsvp please contact Jessie at the Chamber 705-746-4213 or jessie@parrysoundchamber.ca
Pension Reform Announcement
In case you are not aware, the Ontario Government has just announced proposed reforms to Ontario’s pension system. The government is proposing to tighten the funding rules and to increase Pension Benefits Guarantee Funds (PBGF). The Chamber as well as the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) believes that this approach will have significant consequences for businesses, by increasing costs of companies that our sponsoring pension plans.
The OCC is currently striking a Task Force to review the proposed changes, and to develop concrete recommendations as part of our response to the government’s intentions.
For more information on this news release please visit http://www.news.ontario.ca/ . We will ensure that as information comes our way we will keep you posted.
Chamber Happenings:
We feel it’s important for you, our members, to know the involvement that we in the Chamber office and our directors participate in so this will be a new section each week to advise and enlighten on the happenings of the Chamber involvement. This past week has been very busy for us in the office. We’ve been preparing for the golf tournament, the upcoming workshops and seminars with association partners and the closure of the waterfront operation.
Chamber Business Directory
We’ve also started working on the 2011 “Chamber Business Directory” which will be published and ready for distribution early spring. You’ll be hearing from us over the next couple of months to ensure that the information we have on file for your company is accurate and up to date. Of course there will be advertising opportunities to promote your business in the directory and we’ll be sending this out under separate cover at a later date.
Fire Truck
Many years ago a 1938 GMC Fire Truck was donated to the Chamber and has been on display at the Old Town Fire Hall. This truck could be used for parades and community events however it does require some minor work. If a member is interested in assisting us with this repair as a sponsor that would be great. For additional information please contact Perry at the Chamber, (705) 746-4213 or perry@parrysoundchamber.ca
Upcoming Business Workshops & Seminars:
Contact North and PARO workshops
Contact North and PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise have teamed up to offer workshops every Wednesday in September. PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise provides programs and services to residents across Northern Ontario who are ready to start, grow or build new opportunities. The sessions are available free of charge and open to all Parry Sound and area residents though Contact North distance education delivery system. The Contact North Center is located at 60 James Street, suite 201. Please register by e-mailing : buildingbridges@paro.ca.
Business Expenses & Budgeting
September 8, 2010 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Barbara Gauthier, PARO Centre
Business Expenses and Budgeting leave you confused? We will help you make sense of it all ...
• Variable vs. Fixed Expenses
• What is your reliable income?
• How to budget for your business
“Getting the Money”
September 8, 2010 - 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Pauline Shesnicky, Thunder Bay Ventures
• How to get funding
• What steps are involved
• How can this work for you
District of Parry Sound VCARS Seminar
Parry Sound VCARS will be hosting a seminar regarding Documentation, Confidentiality, Disclosure and Access Policy presented by Robert M Solomon at Kellerman’s Resort on September 13, 2010, 5-8pm and cost per person will be $40.00 inclusive of dinner.
Please register before September 3rd and for more information and to reserve your ticket please contact VCARS at (705) 746-0508.
The Synergy Project Seminars:
Management & Leadership Skills for First Time Supervisors & Managers
Presented by: National Seminars Group. September 21 & 22 from 9am-4pm, at the West Parry Sound District Museum.
To register contact Alyssa Koenderink, Synergy Project Coordinator, 746-9330 or email akoenderink@clps.ca
Positive and Productive Meetings
With Julie Malette, HSA Canada. September 30 from 9am-4pm, at the Log Cabin Inn. To register contact Alyssa Koenderink, Synergy Project Coordinator, 746-9330 or email akoenderink@clps.ca
What’s Happening In Our Community?
Canadian Youth Business Foundation seeks Mentors The Canadian Youth Business Foundation is looking for entrepreneurs and professionals with strong business acumen, who possess strong communication skills, are great listeners and can advise as necessary. Answer the call to mentor and Inspire, Learn, Build and Grow young entrepreneurs in your community.
Further Details can be found on their website:
- www.cybf.ca
- http://www.cybf.ca/assets/pdf/Become_a_Mentor_Sheet.pdf
For additional information please contact Janice Weir, CHRP jweir@cybf.ca or 1-866-646-2922 x 2105
What’s Happening With Our Members?
Members featured on TripAdvisor
In a recent e-mail blast from TripAdvisor about places to stay and things to see in Parry Sound many Chamber Members were featured.
Making the top five in the following categories were:
Featured B&B or Inn
- 40 Bay Street Bed & Breakfast
Hotels:
- Comfort Inn
- Kellerman’s Resort
- Quality Inn & Conference Centre
- Microtel Inn & Suites
Things You Shouldn’t Miss:
- The Ridge at Manitou
- The M.V. Chippewa III
Most Popular Restaurants:
- Kellerman’s Resort
- Log Cabin Inn
- Trapper’s Choice Restaurant
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Tuesday E-mail - August 31, 2010
What Is The Chamber Doing For You?
Golf Tournament “Fall Classic”
Our “Fall Classic” Tournament is quickly selling out so please contact the Chamber office to reserve your spot. The event will be held on Wednesday October 6 at the Parry Sound Golf and Country Club, $125.00 per person plus hst, inclusive of golf cart, shotgun start at 11am, lunch optional, silent auction and dinner at 5pm with awards presentations, a great day away from the office and a chance to mix and mingle with fellow business operators.
Office Rental Space
The Chamber has a rental office for rent located in the CN station. This office space has a separate office area, separate entrance and would be ideal for a professional service. If you’re interested in more information please contact Perry at the Chamber.
Red Tape Principles: Bill 68-Open for Business Act Submission
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce as well as the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce are seeking your help understanding how businesses feel about red tape in the province. A group of Chambers in Ontario as well as corporations have formed a task force to discuss unresolved issues with red tape in the province.
We’re opening up discussion for our members in order to ensure that all businesses, small and large, Northern and Southern have an opportunity to have your views heard.
Please Click Here to share your feedback.
Accessibility Workshop Hosted by the OCC and the PSACOC
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a workshop to help Ontario businesses comply with Ontario’s new customer service standards.
Please join us on Wednesday September 29, 2010 at the West Parry Sound District Museum start time 8:30am to Noon for this important information session by speaker Louie DiPalma, Accessibility Works, Ontario Chamber of Commerce. We as chamber associations are determined to help businesses so that they can better serve the growing population of people with all types of disabilities.
For additional information and to rsvp please contact Jessie at the Chamber 705-746-4213 or jessie@parrysoundchamber.ca
Chamber Happenings:
We feel it’s important for you, our members, to know the involvement that we in the Chamber office and our directors participate in so this will be a new section each week to advise and enlighten on the happenings of the Chamber involvement.
Chamber Meetings:
The Chamber managers of Huntsville, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Lake of Bays, Muskoka Lakes as well as our chamber meet every 5 weeks to discuss chamber items. This is a great networking event for us as we share ideas on how to promote our members, new business seminars and workshops and business in general. We’ll be sharing information with our members about upcoming seminars held in Parry Sound/Muskoka and I’ll be advising you through this publication in case you wish to attend.
Probus Origination:
Andrew Ryeland, President of the Chamber and myself were invited to speak with this group of retired professionals to provide the basic principals of a Chamber of Commerce and to provide information as to what our chamber is currently working on. We’d like to thank them for the invitation and we certainly enjoyed this opportunity.
Shawanaga: Youth Fair:
I attended this great opportunity for the youth of Shawanaga First Nations to expand their opportunities with business members and community associations of the area during the trade show and workshops.
Canadore College:
I was pleased to attend the third annual Canadore College Convocation held at the Parry Sound High School. Congrats to all the grads and let’s look forward to having this ceremony take place at the new college in 2011.
24 Hour Members TV:
I met with an individual who has come up with a very interesting marketing and promotional item geared toward the tourism and retail sectors. This would provide an opportunity for businesses to buy into a 24 hour television station that would also be able to be received through your blackberry and gps units. More information on this exciting new opportunity to follow.
Rosseau Road Power Sports & Marine Ltd.:
The staff and I attended this After Five event with hosts Bill and Jennifer Parks and family at their new location on Blackstone Crane Lake Road. We’d like to extend a warm thanks for their hospitality and to the members in attendance.
Canadore College:
The Chamber is involved with their advisory committee and I attended a meeting last week and it’s great to see the progress of the new campus as well as the proposed plans on courses that will be offered.
Upcoming Business Workshops & Seminars:
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.
September 1 - Presentation Skills
As presented by Local Entrepreneurs, Keith Saulnier of Georgian Bay Airways and Andrew Ryeland of Bear Claw Tours.
Contact Area Economic Development Coordinator, Kirsten LeDrew at kledrew@townofparrysound.com or 705-746-2101 ext. 39 for more information or to RSVP.
September 15 - Presentation Rehearsals
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. Please contact Stephanie at The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound at 746-5892 to book a time.
District of Parry Sound VCARS Seminar
Parry Sound VCARS will be hosting a seminar regarding Documentation, Confidentiality, Disclosure and Access Policy presented by Robert M Solomon at Kellerman’s Resort on September 13, 2010, 5-8pm and cost per person will be $40.00 inclusive of dinner. Please register before September 3rd and for more information and to reserve your ticket please contact VCARS at (705) 746-0508.
The Synergy Project Presents Management & Leadership Skills
Management & Leadership Skills for First Time Supervisors and Managers presented by: National Seminars Group. The seminar will take place at the West Parry Sound District Museum and runs from 9-4pm on September 21st and 22nd with registration beginning at 8:30am.
Please register by September 10th and for more information on this highly interactive workshop contact Alyssa Koenderink, Synergy Project Coordinator, 746-9330 or email akoenderink@clps.ca
What’s Happening In Our Community?
Pension Reform Announcement
In case you are not aware, the Ontario Government has just announced proposed reforms to Ontario’s pension system. The government is proposing to tighten the funding rules and to increase Pension Benefits Guarantee Funds (PBGF).
The Chamber as well as the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) believes that this approach will have significant consequences for businesses, by increasing costs of companies that our sponsoring pension plans.
The OCC is currently striking a Task Force to review the proposed changes, and to develop concrete recommendations as part of our response to the government’s intentions. For more information on this news release please visit www.news.ontario.ca. We will ensure that as information comes our way we will keep you posted.
Have a great week,
Perry
Golf Tournament “Fall Classic”
Our “Fall Classic” Tournament is quickly selling out so please contact the Chamber office to reserve your spot. The event will be held on Wednesday October 6 at the Parry Sound Golf and Country Club, $125.00 per person plus hst, inclusive of golf cart, shotgun start at 11am, lunch optional, silent auction and dinner at 5pm with awards presentations, a great day away from the office and a chance to mix and mingle with fellow business operators.
Office Rental Space
The Chamber has a rental office for rent located in the CN station. This office space has a separate office area, separate entrance and would be ideal for a professional service. If you’re interested in more information please contact Perry at the Chamber.
Red Tape Principles: Bill 68-Open for Business Act Submission
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce as well as the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce are seeking your help understanding how businesses feel about red tape in the province. A group of Chambers in Ontario as well as corporations have formed a task force to discuss unresolved issues with red tape in the province.
We’re opening up discussion for our members in order to ensure that all businesses, small and large, Northern and Southern have an opportunity to have your views heard.
Please Click Here to share your feedback.
Accessibility Workshop Hosted by the OCC and the PSACOC
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a workshop to help Ontario businesses comply with Ontario’s new customer service standards.
Please join us on Wednesday September 29, 2010 at the West Parry Sound District Museum start time 8:30am to Noon for this important information session by speaker Louie DiPalma, Accessibility Works, Ontario Chamber of Commerce. We as chamber associations are determined to help businesses so that they can better serve the growing population of people with all types of disabilities.
For additional information and to rsvp please contact Jessie at the Chamber 705-746-4213 or jessie@parrysoundchamber.ca
Chamber Happenings:
We feel it’s important for you, our members, to know the involvement that we in the Chamber office and our directors participate in so this will be a new section each week to advise and enlighten on the happenings of the Chamber involvement.
Chamber Meetings:
The Chamber managers of Huntsville, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Lake of Bays, Muskoka Lakes as well as our chamber meet every 5 weeks to discuss chamber items. This is a great networking event for us as we share ideas on how to promote our members, new business seminars and workshops and business in general. We’ll be sharing information with our members about upcoming seminars held in Parry Sound/Muskoka and I’ll be advising you through this publication in case you wish to attend.
Probus Origination:
Andrew Ryeland, President of the Chamber and myself were invited to speak with this group of retired professionals to provide the basic principals of a Chamber of Commerce and to provide information as to what our chamber is currently working on. We’d like to thank them for the invitation and we certainly enjoyed this opportunity.
Shawanaga: Youth Fair:
I attended this great opportunity for the youth of Shawanaga First Nations to expand their opportunities with business members and community associations of the area during the trade show and workshops.
Canadore College:
I was pleased to attend the third annual Canadore College Convocation held at the Parry Sound High School. Congrats to all the grads and let’s look forward to having this ceremony take place at the new college in 2011.
24 Hour Members TV:
I met with an individual who has come up with a very interesting marketing and promotional item geared toward the tourism and retail sectors. This would provide an opportunity for businesses to buy into a 24 hour television station that would also be able to be received through your blackberry and gps units. More information on this exciting new opportunity to follow.
Rosseau Road Power Sports & Marine Ltd.:
The staff and I attended this After Five event with hosts Bill and Jennifer Parks and family at their new location on Blackstone Crane Lake Road. We’d like to extend a warm thanks for their hospitality and to the members in attendance.
Canadore College:
The Chamber is involved with their advisory committee and I attended a meeting last week and it’s great to see the progress of the new campus as well as the proposed plans on courses that will be offered.
Upcoming Business Workshops & Seminars:
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.
September 1 - Presentation Skills
As presented by Local Entrepreneurs, Keith Saulnier of Georgian Bay Airways and Andrew Ryeland of Bear Claw Tours.
Contact Area Economic Development Coordinator, Kirsten LeDrew at kledrew@townofparrysound.com or 705-746-2101 ext. 39 for more information or to RSVP.
September 15 - Presentation Rehearsals
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. Please contact Stephanie at The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound at 746-5892 to book a time.
District of Parry Sound VCARS Seminar
Parry Sound VCARS will be hosting a seminar regarding Documentation, Confidentiality, Disclosure and Access Policy presented by Robert M Solomon at Kellerman’s Resort on September 13, 2010, 5-8pm and cost per person will be $40.00 inclusive of dinner. Please register before September 3rd and for more information and to reserve your ticket please contact VCARS at (705) 746-0508.
The Synergy Project Presents Management & Leadership Skills
Management & Leadership Skills for First Time Supervisors and Managers presented by: National Seminars Group. The seminar will take place at the West Parry Sound District Museum and runs from 9-4pm on September 21st and 22nd with registration beginning at 8:30am.
Please register by September 10th and for more information on this highly interactive workshop contact Alyssa Koenderink, Synergy Project Coordinator, 746-9330 or email akoenderink@clps.ca
What’s Happening In Our Community?
Pension Reform Announcement
In case you are not aware, the Ontario Government has just announced proposed reforms to Ontario’s pension system. The government is proposing to tighten the funding rules and to increase Pension Benefits Guarantee Funds (PBGF).
The Chamber as well as the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) believes that this approach will have significant consequences for businesses, by increasing costs of companies that our sponsoring pension plans.
The OCC is currently striking a Task Force to review the proposed changes, and to develop concrete recommendations as part of our response to the government’s intentions. For more information on this news release please visit www.news.ontario.ca. We will ensure that as information comes our way we will keep you posted.
Have a great week,
Perry
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Tuesday E-mail - August 24, 2010
What Is The Chamber Doing For You?
Business After Hours this Wednesday
This Wednesday August 25 from 5 - 6pm at Rosseau Road Powersport and Marine. Come out and tour their new location, network with fellow chamber members and enter a draw for the chance to win a deck chair.
Please RSVP to info@parrysoundchamber.ca or call 746-4213 to confirm your attendance for any Business After Hours.
Red Tape Principles: Bill 68-Open for Business Act Submission
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce as well as the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce are seeking your help understanding how businesses feel about red tape in the province. A group of Chambers in Ontario as well as corporations have formed a task force to discuss unresolved issues with red tape in the province.
We’re opening up discussion for our members in order to ensure that all businesses, small and large, Northern and Southern have an opportunity to have your views heard.
To add your thoughts please visit https://fd8.formdesk.com/ontariochamberofcommerce/red-tape-survey
If you are interested in learning more about the current status of this issue, please see the OCC’s submission at http://occ.on.ca/2010/08/open-for-business-act-good-first-step-to-reducing-red-tape-occ/
Golf Tournament “Fall Classic”
Our “Fall Classic” Tournament is quickly selling out so please contact the Chamber office to reserve your spot. The event will be held on Wednesday October 6 at the Parry Sound Golf and Country Club, $125.00 per person plus hst, shotgun start at 11am, lunch optional, silent auction and dinner at 5pm with awards presentations, a great day away from the office and a chance to mix and mingle with fellow business operators.
Upcoming Business Workshops & Seminars:
Accessibility Workshop Hosted by the OCC and the PSACOC
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a workshop to help Ontario businesses comply with Ontario’s new customer service standards. Please join us on Wednesday September 29, 2010 at the West Parry Sound District Museum start time 8:30am to Noon for this important information session by speaker Louie DiPalma, Accessibility Works, Ontario Chamber of Commerce. We as chamber associations are determined to help businesses so that they can better serve the growing population of people
with all types of disabilities.
For additional information and to rsvp please contact Jessie at the Chamber 705-746-4213 or jessie@parrysoundchamber.ca
Business Planning Seminars – REDAC
REDAC and The Business Centre have been offering numerous educational seminars throughout the month of August. All seminars are free and have been very informative. In the early stages of Dragons Den many applicants identified that they require assistance with Valuation and Intellectual Property and therefore private consultants have been hired to offer these seminars this week.
These seminars are open to everyone and are not exclusive to Dragons Den applicants. They should not be missed by any business professional! Please RSVP to Kirsten LeDrew at kledrew@townofparrysound.com or 705-746-2101 ext. 39 should you wish to attend.
Invite your friends, colleagues, and business partners!
Valuation presented by Jeffrey D. Cling and Morgan McIntyre
Join Valuation Experts of AP Valuations Limited for a presentation done in partnership with The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound on how to determine the economic value of your business, product, or service.
August 25th – 6:00-8:00pm
Parry Sound Fire Hall-upstairs - 4 Church Street
Intellectual Property
Please join The Business Centre and Steven Leach B.A.Sc. (Eng. Chem.), LL.B., LL.M. of RIDOUT & MAYBEE LLP, Canada’s Intellectual Property and Technology Law Firm for an overview and question period designed to outline the importance and strategic use of Intellectual Property.
Participants will have an introduction to trade secrets, patents, trade-marks, copyrights and industrial designs; and gain access to useful resources and tips.
August 26th - 5:00-7:00pm
Parry Sound Fire Hall-upstairs - 4 Church Street
District of Parry Sound VCARS Seminar
Parry Sound VCARS will be hosting a seminar regarding Documentation, Confidentiality, Disclosure and Access Policy presented by Robert M Solomon at Kellerman’s Resort on September 13,2010, 5-8pm and cost per person will be $40.00 inclusive of dinner. Please register before September 3rd and for more information and to reserve your ticket please contact VCARS at (705) 746-0508.
The Synergy Project Presents Management & Leadership Skills
Management & Leadership Skills for First Time Supervisors and Managers presented by: National Seminars Group. The seminar will take place at the West Parry Sound District Museum and runs from 9-4pm on September 21st and 22nd with registration beginning at 8:30am.
Please register by September 10th and for more information on this highly interactive workshop contact Alyssa Koenderink, Synergy Project Coordinator, 746-9330 or email akoenderink@clps.ca
What’s Happening In Our Community?
Business After Hours this Wednesday
This Wednesday August 25 from 5 - 6pm at Rosseau Road Powersport and Marine. Come out and tour their new location, network with fellow chamber members and enter a draw for the chance to win a deck chair.
Please RSVP to info@parrysoundchamber.ca or call 746-4213 to confirm your attendance for any Business After Hours.
Red Tape Principles: Bill 68-Open for Business Act Submission
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce as well as the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce are seeking your help understanding how businesses feel about red tape in the province. A group of Chambers in Ontario as well as corporations have formed a task force to discuss unresolved issues with red tape in the province.
We’re opening up discussion for our members in order to ensure that all businesses, small and large, Northern and Southern have an opportunity to have your views heard.
To add your thoughts please visit https://fd8.formdesk.com/ontariochamberofcommerce/red-tape-survey
If you are interested in learning more about the current status of this issue, please see the OCC’s submission at http://occ.on.ca/2010/08/open-for-business-act-good-first-step-to-reducing-red-tape-occ/
Golf Tournament “Fall Classic”
Our “Fall Classic” Tournament is quickly selling out so please contact the Chamber office to reserve your spot. The event will be held on Wednesday October 6 at the Parry Sound Golf and Country Club, $125.00 per person plus hst, shotgun start at 11am, lunch optional, silent auction and dinner at 5pm with awards presentations, a great day away from the office and a chance to mix and mingle with fellow business operators.
Upcoming Business Workshops & Seminars:
Accessibility Workshop Hosted by the OCC and the PSACOC
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Parry Sound Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a workshop to help Ontario businesses comply with Ontario’s new customer service standards. Please join us on Wednesday September 29, 2010 at the West Parry Sound District Museum start time 8:30am to Noon for this important information session by speaker Louie DiPalma, Accessibility Works, Ontario Chamber of Commerce. We as chamber associations are determined to help businesses so that they can better serve the growing population of people
with all types of disabilities.
For additional information and to rsvp please contact Jessie at the Chamber 705-746-4213 or jessie@parrysoundchamber.ca
Business Planning Seminars – REDAC
REDAC and The Business Centre have been offering numerous educational seminars throughout the month of August. All seminars are free and have been very informative. In the early stages of Dragons Den many applicants identified that they require assistance with Valuation and Intellectual Property and therefore private consultants have been hired to offer these seminars this week.
These seminars are open to everyone and are not exclusive to Dragons Den applicants. They should not be missed by any business professional! Please RSVP to Kirsten LeDrew at kledrew@townofparrysound.com or 705-746-2101 ext. 39 should you wish to attend.
Invite your friends, colleagues, and business partners!
Valuation presented by Jeffrey D. Cling and Morgan McIntyre
Join Valuation Experts of AP Valuations Limited for a presentation done in partnership with The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound on how to determine the economic value of your business, product, or service.
August 25th – 6:00-8:00pm
Parry Sound Fire Hall-upstairs - 4 Church Street
Intellectual Property
Please join The Business Centre and Steven Leach B.A.Sc. (Eng. Chem.), LL.B., LL.M. of RIDOUT & MAYBEE LLP, Canada’s Intellectual Property and Technology Law Firm for an overview and question period designed to outline the importance and strategic use of Intellectual Property.
Participants will have an introduction to trade secrets, patents, trade-marks, copyrights and industrial designs; and gain access to useful resources and tips.
August 26th - 5:00-7:00pm
Parry Sound Fire Hall-upstairs - 4 Church Street
District of Parry Sound VCARS Seminar
Parry Sound VCARS will be hosting a seminar regarding Documentation, Confidentiality, Disclosure and Access Policy presented by Robert M Solomon at Kellerman’s Resort on September 13,2010, 5-8pm and cost per person will be $40.00 inclusive of dinner. Please register before September 3rd and for more information and to reserve your ticket please contact VCARS at (705) 746-0508.
The Synergy Project Presents Management & Leadership Skills
Management & Leadership Skills for First Time Supervisors and Managers presented by: National Seminars Group. The seminar will take place at the West Parry Sound District Museum and runs from 9-4pm on September 21st and 22nd with registration beginning at 8:30am.
Please register by September 10th and for more information on this highly interactive workshop contact Alyssa Koenderink, Synergy Project Coordinator, 746-9330 or email akoenderink@clps.ca
What’s Happening In Our Community?
As many of us are aware, poverty takes many forms, not all of them visible: the inability to find or afford transportation, no access to safe, appropriate and affordable housing, not enough or unhealthy food which leads to chronic hunger cycles and lack of adequate nutrition.
Not only is this a social issue that we should all be concerned about, it’s also a business operational issue. An unhealthy social and economic environment leads to inadequate sleep and a lack of nutritious food in the labour force. This contributes to reduced productivity and therefore negatively impacts overall operations.
On the flip-side, a healthier social environment yields healthier families, improved productivity and a stronger economy. “The District of Parry Sound Speaks Out on Poverty: A Call to Action,” provides in-depth information on local circumstances and recommends strategies to link economic development and poverty prevention.
Contact info – Copy of report available at www.dpspr.ca. To receive a paper copy by mail call 1-800-563-2808 ext 3200, or email pspoverty@gmail.com to reach a co-chair (Dianna Allen or Tami Boudreau) of the District of Parry Sound Poverty Reduction Network.
What’s Happening With Our Members?
Susan Poole of 40 Bay Street B&B
Congratulations to Susan Poole of 40 Bay Street Bed and Breakfast on her accreditation with the BB Canada to be a certified instructor for coaching Bed and Breakfast operations!!
Georgian Bay Software New Location
Georgian Bay Software is thrilled to announce they are officially moving to their new, larger store! Located at 42 Gibson Street they now have double the retail space, double the tech space, and a new training area for classes and Internet Cafe.
They are hosting a grand opening on Saturday, August 28th so swing by, check out the new store, and enjoy a BBQ lunch.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Tuesday E-mail - August 11, 2010
What Is The Chamber Doing For You?
Chamber Comings and Goings
A note from Perry;
On behalf of the board of directors and myself we’d like to extend to Rebecca all the best for the future. She has played an important roll in the Chambers growth the past two years and we certainly appreciate her hard work.
Golf Tournament
The Chamber is currently finalizing the plans for our Annual Golf Tournament which will be held at the Parry Sound Golf and Country Club. We’ll have detailed information out to you shortly under separate email cover.
Business After Hours
Upcoming BAH Networking Events:
• Rosseau Road Power Sports and Marine, August 25, 5 pm to 6 pm
• Georgian Bay Airways, September 29, 5 pm to 6 pm
Please RSVP to info@parrysoundchamber.ca or call (705) 746-4213 to confirm your attendance for any Business After Hours.
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. All seminars are FREE but RSVP is required.
August 4 - Market Research presented by The Business Centre
Join The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound and 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.
4:30 to 6:00PM - Nipissing/Parry Sound Board Room, 1A Church St.
August 11 - Marketing - presented by the Business Centre
Nipissing/Parry Sound Board Room, 1A Church St.
August 18 - Financial Planning for Business
Parry Sound Fire Hall, 4 Church Street
August 25 - Valuation
Nipissing/Parry Sound Board Room, 1A Church St.
August 26 - Intellectual Property
Parry Sound Fire Hall, 4 Church Street
September 1 - Presentation Skills as presented by Local Entrepreneurs, Keith Saulnier of Georgian Bay Airways and Andrew Ryeland of Bear Claw Tours.
Nipissing/Parry Sound Board Room, 1A Church St.
***This seminar is mandatory for anyone who wishes to participate in the presentation rehearsals***
September 15 - Presentation Rehearsals
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.
Please contact Stephanie at The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound 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!
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
Chamber Comings and Goings
A note from Perry;
On behalf of the board of directors and myself we’d like to extend to Rebecca all the best for the future. She has played an important roll in the Chambers growth the past two years and we certainly appreciate her hard work.
Golf Tournament
The Chamber is currently finalizing the plans for our Annual Golf Tournament which will be held at the Parry Sound Golf and Country Club. We’ll have detailed information out to you shortly under separate email cover.
Business After Hours
Upcoming BAH Networking Events:
• Rosseau Road Power Sports and Marine, August 25, 5 pm to 6 pm
• Georgian Bay Airways, September 29, 5 pm to 6 pm
Please RSVP to info@parrysoundchamber.ca or call (705) 746-4213 to confirm your attendance for any Business After Hours.
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. All seminars are FREE but RSVP is required.
August 4 - Market Research presented by The Business Centre
Join The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound and 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.
4:30 to 6:00PM - Nipissing/Parry Sound Board Room, 1A Church St.
August 11 - Marketing - presented by the Business Centre
Nipissing/Parry Sound Board Room, 1A Church St.
August 18 - Financial Planning for Business
Parry Sound Fire Hall, 4 Church Street
August 25 - Valuation
Nipissing/Parry Sound Board Room, 1A Church St.
August 26 - Intellectual Property
Parry Sound Fire Hall, 4 Church Street
September 1 - Presentation Skills as presented by Local Entrepreneurs, Keith Saulnier of Georgian Bay Airways and Andrew Ryeland of Bear Claw Tours.
Nipissing/Parry Sound Board Room, 1A Church St.
***This seminar is mandatory for anyone who wishes to participate in the presentation rehearsals***
September 15 - Presentation Rehearsals
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.
Please contact Stephanie at The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound 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!
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
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