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The 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

This 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

Keep 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

We 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

September 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

July 22, 2024 Niagara Region Public Health is informing residents that Niagara has received its first confirmation of West Nile Virus (WNV) in mosquitoes in 2024. While the mosquitoes that tested positive were found in St. Catharines, all Niagara residents should take the following precautions to reduce the risk of being bitten by mosquitoes,&helli

On May 9, 2024, the South Niagara Chambers of Commerce convened organizations representing a wide range of industry stakeholders – from businesses and employers to educators and economic developers. This event gave attendees an opportunity to dive into the current and future landscape of work and identify challenges and opportunities. Alongside networking activities and a&helli

We are excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Startup Ecosystem Stars Awards,  organized by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and Mind the Bridge. As a valued member of our network, we invite you to spread the word and encourage your members to apply for this prestigious recognition.   Key Details: Deadline: August 31st,&helli

Lunch & Learn: Estate Planning, Legacy Gifts and Endowed Investments Watch the recording of our latest fireside chat about estate planning, legacy gifts, and endowed investments. Facilitated by Bryan Rose, Executive Director of Niagara Community Foundation (NCF), this conversation with two allied professionals addressed some of the myths around estate planning and walked you through&helli