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  The federal government announced new business relief measures today in response to the collapse in Canada-U.S. trade negotiations. "Government is now moving at the speed of business to address the current trade negotiation collapse," says our President and CEO Candace Laing in a new statement. "If the government did not prioritize speed, some&helli

Canada-U.S. trade talks have reached an impasse, and we find ourselves in new and uncharted territory.  "Canadian businesses have shown remarkable resilience under immense pressure, and they will not relent now," says Candace Laing. "This will get tougher, but we know Canada can navigate it, if we’re united."  Our focus now turns to the response:&helli

Will he or won’t he? The question has been answered — and Niagara is bracing for impact. U.S. President Donald Trump imposed 50 per cent tariffs on roughly $20-billion worth of Canadian goods Saturday morning after trade negotiations with Canada collapsed Friday night. The deadline for the tariffs was originally Wednesday. But after a three-day&helli

Venture Niagara partners with Innovate Niagara to launch the Niagara Technology Grants Fund   NIAGARA, ON – Venture Niagara and Innovate Niagara are pleased to announce a new partnership and joint project to help Niagara businesses and not-for-profit organizations embrace technology to strengthen their operations, improve efficiency, and drive economic growth. Beginning August 4, 2026, applications will&helli

Our Chamber is asking for your help in shaping the business agenda for the upcoming municipal election. Your input will help identify the key issues affecting businesses and inform advocacy efforts with municipal election candidates. The survey takes 2-3 minutes to complete. Thank you for your participation in this survey. Please share widely among your&helli

Niagara Region, ON [2026 June 29th] — The South Niagara Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the recipients of it's annual scholarship program, designed to support and uplift local graduating students as they pursue post-secondary education. - Our scholarship program recognizes students who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, community involvement, and a commitment to personal growth. By investing in local students&helli

June 17, 2026 Niagara Region and Niagara Health have formalized a new partnership to strengthen physician recruitment across Niagara, helping address community needs for primary and specialist care and supporting efforts to improve access to healthcare for residents. The two organizations have developed an approach that builds on existing success in recruiting family physicians and expands those&helli

In case you missed it, our June Lunch & Learn, When Your Business Becomes Your Biggest Trigger, is now available to watch. Presented by Candice Rousseau, MSW, BSW, RSW of Reflect Reset Renew Therapy Services, this insightful session explores how early attachment patterns can shape the way we respond to stress, lead under pressure, and&helli