Chamber Members to Discuss Hiring Tips – Thursday, May 25th
Last chance to register
Join the Chamber on Thursday morning (May 25th) as Matthew Savino of Savino Human Resources Partners speaks with a panel of Chamber members to discuss tips and best practices for human resources and hiring.
Panelists include:
- Krista Morgan, Beachwood Resort & Frederick’s Restaurant, Discussing the Hospitality Industry
- Mike Walker, Agilec, Discussing Grants and Employment Resources
- Scott Wootton, Kawartha Lakes Construction, Discussing Trades Industry
The B.O.S.S. (Business Owners Offering Solutions) workshop is being held at the Lakefield Legion on Thursday, May 25th. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., and the program runs from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Cost is $15 for members, and $25 for future members. A hot breakfast will be provided. For more information, contact the Chamber office at 705-652-6963.
Awards of Excellence Gala Committee
Time to begin planning this year’s Awards of Excellence Gala. Interested in helping out? The Committee expects to meet once or twice before summer and two or three times in the fall.
Contact the Chamber office at info@kawarthachamber.ca or 705-652-6963 if you can contribute some time.
Is Rural Education Important to You?
Voice your opinion on Ontario’s Rural Education Strategy. Complete an online short survey or, if you have more time, read the Discussion Paper and submit your answers to the questions throughout the Paper (or other ideas) via email. Closing date for both is Friday, June 9th.
The Survey and Discussion Paper can be accessed here. Scroll down on that page for a link to the email address if you wish to send more in-depth comments.
Ontario Helping Businesses Save Time and Money
Province to Introduce Measures to Help Small Businesses and New Legislation to Cut Unnecessary Red Tape
Ontario is working to make it easier for businesses to grow and create more jobs.
These proposed changes support Ontario’s five-year, $650-million Business Growth Initiative that is helping to grow the economy and create jobs by promoting an innovation-based economy, helping small companies scale-up and modernizing regulations for businesses.
Jeff Leal, Minister Responsible for Small Business said, “Small businesses are critical for vibrant main streets across Ontario. These business owners contribute by creating jobs and strengthening local economies. Supporting these business owners by streamlining their dealings with the province and providing new opportunities for growth will help Ontario prosper.”
OCC’s Statement Regarding Announcement on Burden Reduction for Small Business
We are very encouraged by the province’s announcement on burden reduction. Cutting red tape for business has been a key component of our advocacy work and we are pleased to see government make meaningful change to reduce the regulatory burden on small business.
The one-window service concept will help save businesses time and money. This approach is something the OCC advocated for in our report Obstacles and Opportunities, which was the culmination of our work during the Small Business Too Big to Ignore campaign. The small business procurement policy is also very encouraging, and we ask the government to consider how they can expand this opportunity for small businesses across the province.
Make Your Voice Heard! OCC Spring Survey
Complete the Ontario Chamber of Commerce’s (OCC) annual spring survey. This is an easy way to make your voice heard. Your survey responses directly impact the work of the OCC and directly impact what government understands about Ontario’s businesses and economy.
Help the OCC advocate for you, it will only take five minutes! Take the OCC’s Spring Survey at www.occ.ca/surveys
5 Minutes for Business: Fast and Furious – Negotiating NAFTA
Now that the Trump administration has notified Congress that it plans to renegotiate NAFTA, Hendrik Brakel, Canadian Chamber of Commerce Senior Director of Economic, Financial, and Tax Policy, considers what will happen over the 90-day consultation period and whether it’s possible to renegotiate NAFTA within the next 18 months.
Canada, Mexico and the U.S. want NAFTA 2.0 wrapped up right away. Read this edition of 5 Minutes for Business to find out if Hendrik believes politics will get in the way of negotiating a better, modern deal that will benefit Canadian businesses.
Marketpalooza Opening Day!
The Lakefield Farmers’ Market is back for its 7th season on Thursday, May 25th! There will be activities including a pinata to break open the new season and cupcakes to celebrate. Bring the kids, the family, the friends, the dogs. All are welcome!
There will be great meat and produce, food and drink, and handmade products all brought to you by local vendors. Lakefield Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday until October starting May 25th, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine.
Tour Savage Arms Canada in Support of United Way
Savage Arms is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of Rimfire rifles, delivering innovative products for more than 100 years!
Tours of Savage Arms in Lakefield are taking place on Saturday, June 17th in support of United Way. Tours begin at 8 a.m., and will leave approximately every five minutes, with the final tour beginning at 3 p.m. Tour length is approximately one hour.
Tickets are available at the Kawartha Chamber office, 12 Queen Street in Lakefield, under the town clock. Tickets are $10 each, and available until June 14th. Full names and citizenship required for ITAR compliance.
2017 Peterborough County Recognition Award Winners Announced
Peterborough County Council announced the 2017 Recognition Award Recipients at its regular council meeting on Wednesday, May 17th.
Congratulations to the following Chamber members who are award recipients:
Accessibility Recognition (one award county-wide)
- Savage Arms Canada Inc.
Business Leadership/Entrepreneurial Innovation (one award per municipality)
- North Kawartha: Woodview General Store – Ron Warburton
- Selwyn: Young’s Point Personal Training and 24 Hour Gym – Dan and Diane Caldwell
- Trent Lakes: Style Your Nest – Jamie Stephenson
A Special Award will also be presented to the LDISS’ Open Committee Volunteers. Kawartha Chamber Board, staff, and members were actively involved on this committee. Congratulations!
Awards will be presented on Friday, May 26th at the North Kawartha Community Centre in Apsley. Click here for a full list of Award Recipients.
3rd Annual All-Ways Apsley Motorcycle Rendezvous Set For June 3rd
Riders from all over the province come to the All-Ways Apsley Motorcycle Rendezvous to mingle, enjoy great food, and participate in games and contests. The annual event takes place on Saturday, June 3rd at the North Kawartha Community Centre (NHCC) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m..
A guided tour begins and ends at the NHCC from 1:45 to 2:45 p.m. Jason Thorne, free-style motocross rider, will be on hand throughout the day with shows at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Open to all ages and admission is free!
Upcoming Events
- Golf Fore Care in support of Community Care on May 27th
- Selwyn Public Library Book Sale – Ennismore on May 27th
- Buckhorn Community Centre Annual Golf Tournament on June 1st
- Lakefield Lobsterfest & Show on June 3rd (for ticket information, contact Nora at 705-652-8242)
- Gallery on the Lake Opening Reception & Meet the Artists with Sheila Davis & Wendy Bermingham on June 4th
- Lakefield Fairy & Dragon Festival on June 10th
For more information about the businesses and events listed above, please visit the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism website at kawarthachamber.ca.
All photos supplied by Kawartha Chamber of Commerce except where noted.
