As a member of the Canadian Chamber, your perspective on current issues is invaluable. Governments, chambers and business associations need accurate information to help them devise strategies for the survival and continuity of businesses of all sizes, from all sectors, across all regions of Canada. The Canadian Survey on Business Conditions is an opportunity for&helli
Continue ReadingHow to optimize & leverage your social media platforms to amplify and grow your business, right now. Covering tips and tricks on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn that will help you connect with your ideal clients and customers. Date: Thursday April 9, 2020 Time: 1:00pm to 2:00pm This is a Zoom online event brought to you&helli
Continue ReadingOur South Niagara Chambers of Commerce in partnership with the Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce, Lincoln, West Lincoln and Grimsby Chambers of Commerce will be hosting a video conference on Wednesday, April 8th from 2 to 3 p.m. to provide our members with an update from our Provincial and Federal Governments as well as the opportunity for member questions. Our moderated agenda&helli
Continue ReadingApril 3, 2020 -Today, in anticipation of a surge of COVID-19 activity in Niagara in the coming weeks, Niagara Region and Niagara's 12 local area municipalities have jointly declared a state of emergency. Declaring an emergency under s 7.0.1 (1) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act provides Niagara with all options available to protect the health and&helli
Continue ReadingThe last few weeks have brought about many changes as well as uncertainties especially in the area of finances. In this online workshop, Kim Snyder of KAS Business Services will review those changes and discuss what managing your business means in this ever changing environment.Watch Video
Continue ReadingWELLAND EXTENDS CLOSURE OF FACILITIES AND CANCELLATION OF EVENTS TO JUNE 30TH Welland - The City of Welland is announcing that it is extending the closure of all public facilities, and the cancellation of events and programming until June 30, 2020. The decision was made by the City's Corporate Leadership Team and Emergency&helli
Continue ReadingLive Stream Zoom Workshop - April 2nd at 1:00pm Brought to you by: South Niagara Chambers of Commerce, Small Business Enterprise Centre and Spark Niagara Many changes have occurred recently especially in the area of finances. This live online workshop will help navigate some of those changes. "The last few weeks have brought about many&helli
Continue ReadingCanada Emergency Wage Subsidy In his daily briefing, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau provided more details on the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy that he first announced last Friday. This subsidy replaces the initial announcement of a 10% wage supplement. The subsidy will not be based on the number of employees. Any company, large or small, as well&helli
Continue ReadingThe Chinese community in Niagara is coming together to financially support the region's health-care system in its fight against COVID-19. Marilyn Tian, president of Business Link Media Group in Niagara Falls, said in less than a week nearly 200 people have donated more than $30,000 to Niagara Health Foundation for the procurement of medical supplies.&helli
Continue ReadingDigital Main Street Niagara (a provincially funded initiative) is hosting two free webinars to provide professional web and social media recommendations for small businesses so they can maintain audience engagement and/or move their business activity online during COVID-19. Specific topics include: SEO & strategy tips, eCommerce development, financial assistance and quick tips for content. The&helli
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