Welcome to our latest Let’s Talk: We sincerely hope it has been positive and happy new year so far! In this recurring newsletter for South Niagara Chambers of Commerce members, we focus on important issues affecting local businesses like yours, in a spirit of dialogue to be shared among us. The last few months has revealed&helli
Continue ReadingTariffs will drastically increase the cost of everything for everyone: every day these tariffs are in place hurts families, communities, and businesses. February 1, 2025 "President Trump’s profoundly disturbing decision to impose tariffs will have immediate and direct consequences on Canadian and American livelihoods. Tariffs will drastically increase the cost of everything for everyone: every&helli
Continue ReadingCanada and the U.S. make things together in impressive commercial relationships that have grown over decades. It simply makes more sense to work together than to go it alone. Read The Full Article Here
Continue ReadingFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 21, 2024 Welland, ON – Two transformative projects in Welland earned top honours at the 2024 Brownie Awards. These national accolades, presented by the Canadian Urban Institute in partnership with the Canadian Brownfields Network and Actual Media, highlight innovation and collaboration in turning brownfield sites into vibrant residential and commercial&helli
Continue ReadingNovember 6, 2024 To the Welland community, Safety, dignity, and compassion – these are the fundamental values on which our community is built, and they are the values we will uphold as we confront the complex challenges of unauthorized encampments in our city. Balancing the rights of those in need with the rights of&helli
Continue ReadingFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 2024 Welland, ON – The City of Welland is pleased to announce the opening of the Phoenix Medical Clinic, located at 453 Thorold Road. The new clinic will bring three additional family physicians to the area, enhancing residents’ access to primary healthcare. Joining the clinic are Drs. Aditya Nautiyal, Emeka&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
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