[caption id="attachment_22731" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Leo Salles rides Nonno’s Little Boy to victory in the Tour de Fort to close out the 2024 season of live racing at Fort Erie Race Track on Tuesday.Photo courtesy Michael Burns Photography[/caption] There’s something about Fort Erie Race Track’s traditional end of season race, known locally as the Tour&helli
Continue ReadingThe Canada Small Business Financing Program now offers businesses new financing options, including lines of credit and higher loan amounts. If your business earns less than $10 million in revenue a year, you could qualify for a line of credit of up to $150,000. This money can be used to cover day-to-day operating expenses.&helli
Continue ReadingThis quarter’s good news: the Bank of Canada is increasingly winning the war against inflation. Each quarter, the Business Data Lab releases the Canadian Survey on Business Conditions (CSBC) report, which takes the pulse of businesses across the country. This quarter’s good news: the Bank of Canada is increasingly winning the war against inflation, as we saw last week when&helli
Continue ReadingKeep Calm? Carry On? Prevent Workplace Violence & Harassment How can employers create a comprehensive program and equip workers with the necessary skills to manage violence in the workplace? Service and hospitality sectors across Ontario are experiencing growing threats of workplace violence and harassment, such as uncivil, disrespectful, and abusive behaviours. We will discuss why these&helli
Continue ReadingWe are delighted to tell you about ICC’s new series of model contracts designed for busy businesses. Drafted by ICC's global network of legal experts, ICC Model Contracts and Clauses provide access to unparalleled expertise in a range of legal and business areas. Whether hiring new employees or negotiating distribution rights, ICC model contracts help businesses&helli
Continue ReadingSeptember 17, 2024 On Tuesday, Oct. 1, Niagara Economic Development and the Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association (APMA) welcome the public and car enthusiasts to view Project Arrow, the first all-Canadian electric vehicle prototype currently on a two-year global tour. Led by the APMA, Project Arrow is the first all-Canadian, zero-emission vehicle that has been designed, engineered, and built&helli
Continue ReadingFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 12, 2024 Welland, ON – The City of Welland has officially launched its 2025 budget process, incorporating new strategies to enhance collaboration and transparency. Developing this year’s budget development emphasizes public engagement, Council and staff coordination, and efficient planning in line with provincial legislation. “Preparing the 2025 budget is a shared&helli
Continue ReadingFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 5, 2024 Welland, ON – The City of Welland’s updated Community Grant Program is an initiative that provides financial assistance to groups and individuals dedicated to offering services and programs that enrich the lives of Welland residents. The application intake period will run from September 13 to October 15. From&helli
Continue Reading40-1 longshot stuns crowd with last second win “He wasn’t supposed to win,” said Gary Chudobiak, in disbelief after his horse, Society Joe, upset a field of nine to win the 2024 Puss N Boots Cup on Labour Day at Fort Erie Race Track. At 40-1 odds, nobody thought Society Joe had a chance at&helli
Continue ReadingYou are invited to attend a Public Open House concerning an update of the Official Plan for the City of Welland. WHEN: Thursday, September 19, 2024 TIME: 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. WHERE: Community Room, Welland Civic Square, 60 East Main Street, Welland A Draft Official Plan is available to review. The purpose of the&helli
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