Celebrate Your Business Accomplishments
Recognize your milestones and achievements by nominating your business for a Business Award of Excellence! Self-nominations are welcomed and encouraged.
In the Young Professional category, for example, you can recognize a staff person under the age of 35 who had made significant contributions to your business.
Visit kawarthachamber.ca/nominations for category descriptions and nomination forms.
Nominations close Monday, September 11th.
Tickets on Sale Now for the 18th Annual Awards of Excellence Gala, Special Room Rates Available
Awards will be presented at the 18th Annual Awards of Excellence Gala on Friday, November 3rd at Elmhirst’s Resort.
Reserve your tickets now!. Tickets are $85+HST, or $680+HST for a table of eight.
Elmhirst’s Resort is offering special room rates for those booking with the Gala. Call Elmhirst’s Resort at 705-295-4591 for accommodation information and let them know you are booking for the Chamber Awards of Excellence Gala on November 3rd.
Business After Hours: Buckhorn Hop
Join the Chamber on Wednesday, September 20th for Business After Hours from 5 to 7 p.m. to visit Chamber members in Buckhorn including:
- Gallery on the Lake
- Buckhorn Canoe Company
- Style Your Nest
Times to be confirmed. Learn about these unique businesses in the hamlet of Buckhorn. Register now.
Save the Date: Effective Networking B.O.S.S. on October 25th
Mark Wednesday, October 25th on your calendar for the next seminar in our B.O.S.S. Business Owners Offering Solutions series.
This seminar will take place at Westwind Inn on the Lake and will focus on effective networking skills and how it can benefit your business.
Watch for more information in a future update.
Act Now to Oppose Proposed Business Tax Changes
If your business is incorporated, then you could be facing a larger tax bill and big compliance costs from the government’s new proposals to change the way corporations are taxed.
Here are three things you need to know about the tax changes proposed by the federal government:
- Do you employ family members? The government wants to scrutinize their compensation to apply a much higher tax rate on income they consider “unreasonable.”
- Do you invest the profits from your business? The federal government is proposing to tax that income at an effective rate of 70%.
- Do you want to pass your business on to your children? Tough new rules make it difficult for younger kids to get the capital gains exemption. They could be double-taxed.
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce is encouraging businesses to send a letter their appropriate Member of Parliament. Click here for a template letter that can be personalized with your story. It would be appreciated if you would copy the Kawartha Chamber on your letter.
Building Better: Setting up the Next Ontario Long-Term Infrastructure Plan for Success
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) released Building Better: Setting up the Next Ontario Long-Term Infrastructure Plan for Success, a report calling on the Ontario Government to implement key recommendations in its imminent Long-Term Infrastructure Plan (LTIP) that will help ensure accountable planning and building resilient, adaptable infrastructure for the future.
With relatively stagnant infrastructure investment since the 1970s, the province of Ontario currently faces a significant infrastructure gap, where it would need an estimated $19 billion to improve current infrastructure alone. The gap exists because governments have not invested in upholding original infrastructure and Ontario’s harsher climate has contributed to the deterioration of the province’s infrastructure. Read the report here.
Accelerate to International Markets (AIM) Program
If you are interested in exporting internationally, but aren’t sure where to start, then Ontario Export Services is happy to be your partner at the outset of this exciting journey.
The two-day AIM workshops will help set you up for successful exporting of your goods and services abroad. They take place at the Peterborough Golf and Country Club on September 26th and 27th from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Learn more.
Cutting Red Tape in the Chemical Manufacturing Sector
Ontario is asking businesses and the public to help identify and improve regulations that are unclear, outdated, redundant or unnecessarily costly for the province’s chemical manufacturing sector.
Input received will help make it easier for businesses to interact with government, innovate, and grow without jeopardizing necessary standards that protect the public interest.
Feedback can be provided online by visiting ontario.ca/RedTapeChallenge. The deadline to submit suggestions is September 30th.
Lloyd Wilson “Canadian Shield” Exhibit at Gallery on the Lake until September 29th
The Gallery on the Lake is honoured to present works of Lloyd Wilson in a new exhibit entitled “Canadian Shield.” An opening reception where you can meet the artist takes place on Saturday, September 2nd from 1 to 4 p.m. The exhibit continues until September 29th.
“Canadian Shield” is an exhibit that highlights his appreciation for nature and the Canadian Shield together with spending time in the North Country, which has had a strong influence on his subject matter. This new exhibit features classic Wilson pieces that showcase his attention to fine detail. Visit www.galleryonthelake.com for more information.
Performing Arts Lakefield 2017/18 Tickets On Sale Now
Performing Arts Lakefield kicks off its 2017/18 Concert Series on Friday, September 29th with Weston Silver Band – Beatles Go Brass. Other performances include:
- November 3rd – Penderecki String Quartet
- February 2nd – Valdy
- March 23rd – Motus O – The Prisoner of Tehran
- April 6th – The Happy Pals New Orleans Party Orchestra
Series tickets are available for $130 for adults, and $45 for students. Single-show tickets are $30 for adults and $10 for students. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or at the door. Visit www.performingartslakefield.org for more information or to purchase tickets.
Strexer and The Harrop Group Join Forces
Strexer announced it is joining forces with Bridgenorth-based Harrop Group as of September 1, 2017.
Tonya Kraan and Adrienne Harrop have created a joint ownership of a new entity operating as Strexer Harrop Incorporated to market their consulting services throughout Durham Region, Peterborough, and the Kawartha Lakes.
Strexer Harrop has a team of visionaries, strategic thinkers, and brilliant designers. They solve complex problems and open the door to new opportunity. They partner with clients to build brands and improve the customer experience. Read more.
BEL Rotary Bike for Hospice – September 16th
The Rotary Club of Bridgenorth, Ennismore, Lakefield presents Bike for Hospice Peterborough on Saturday, September 16th beginning at Isabel Morris Park in Lakefield at 9 a.m.
Adult entry fee is $65, and $40 for youth under 18 years of age. Youth participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Visit www.belrotarybikeforhospice.com for registration and sponsorship information.
Abuse Prevention of Older Adults Workshops
The Abuse Prevention of Older Adults Network invites you to attend any of the free workshops listed below. You will learn to recognize the warning signs of the abuse of older adults and how to respond safely, and supportively to help seniors at risk or experiencing abuse. Businesses who are often in contact with seniors, and family members are encourage to attend.
- September 21st, 10 – 11 a.m. – North Kawartha Community Centre, Apsley
- September 28th, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. – St. Matthews Church, Buckhorn
- Friday, October 20th, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. – Bridgenorth Community Hall, Bridgenorth
- Friday, November 10th, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. – Marshland Centre, Lakefield
Pre-registration is preferred, all walk-ins welcome! To register, contact Maggie Doherty-Gilbert at 705-742-7067 ext. 250 or email inraffiliateptbo@gmail.com. Supported by Community Care. Workshops also taking place in Norwood, Havelock, Millbrook, and Peterborough. Learn more.
Selwyn Township Strategic Planning and Recreation Services Survey
The Township of Selwyn is looking to revise its Strategic Plan and Recreation Services Master Plan and wants your feedback!
Please complete this online survey and have a chance to shape the township’s future. These plans are guiding documents that help support future township decisions.
Lakefield Youth Unlimited Survey
If you live in Lakefield or the surrounding area, please complete a short survey for Lakefield Youth Unlimited. Click on the survey below that applies to you; it will take approximately two minutes to complete.
As we approach the new school year of 2017-18, the results of these surveys will be a huge help to gain understanding of needs of the youth and families in Lakefield and area.
Upcoming Events
- Warsaw Cruise Night – August 30th
- Cruise Night at Craftworks at the Barn – August 31st
- Free Movies in the Park – August 31st
- Classy Chassis TGIT Ride Night – August 31st
- Lakefield Farmers Market – August 31st
- Bridgenorth Farmers Market – September 1st
- LAWS Yard Sale & BBQ – September 1st & 2nd
- 89th Annual Douro Doings – September 2nd-4th
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.
