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Chairperson's Message

As the world's stage acknowledges the arrival of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau,   the statements made in this year's new federal budget will also gain international attention.   Speculation on significant infrastructure investment, to business tax breaks may kick-start the  economy.  It is hoped that direct streams of funding will be at the core of this budget benefiting   our region, not for the short-term but long-term.   On January 20th, 2016 the Board of Directors of the Dufferin Board of Trade (DBOT) developed a new   strategic plan which has been designed to reflect the priorities of our business community.  Through the key issues identified in this process, DBOT over the next 18 months will implement a strong plan of action as a mechanism of support.   Once clarity on the new federal budget is received, advocating on behalf of our membership   and community is our priority. Here's to what is hoped for, positive federal budget news!      

-Joe Andrews
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Dufferin County Economic Development
The County of Dufferin's economic development steering committee, made of up representatives from municipalities across the County, as well as key business partners, has been meeting since the end of 2015 to formulate a plan to work collectively to take advantage of economic development opportunities across the County. The County of Dufferin's work augments the considerable efforts 
occurring at the municipal level. Both the County and the local municipalities have made economic development a priority and DBOT applauds and will continue to support these initiatives. More u pdates will be provided as the work moves forward.  
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Provincial

TORONTO, ON, February 25th, 2016:  The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) is commending the government for addressing business concerns with the cap and trade system, and is calling on government to take the same approach as it moves forward with the Ontario Retirement Pension Plan. 
As the province moves closer to fiscal balance by 2017-18, 
the OCC worries that without true service  delivery transformation, 
the government will be unable to meet its  deficit elimination target.
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NewMem
A very warm DBOT welcome to our newest members!

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Lots O Fun
LotsOfun is Orangeville's Family Entertainment Center with almost 10,000 square feet of space for your little ones to run and jump around.  
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MyFM
MyFM is Orangeville's own local radio station, featuring local news, weather, and community events.  Spend your mornings with myFM In The Morning, and let Jamie, Laura, and Adam entertain and inform you.  myFM is a "local friend" for listeners.
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Lynn Davey - Consultant with Investors Group
At Investors Group, we know that today good financial advice is more important than ever.  We take a long-term approach to planning.  We believe that with a detailed plan, reviewed and updated regularly, you will have the financial resources to realize your goals and stay on track.
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Focus Management
As strategy execution specialists, FOCUS Management has helped hundreds of clients, of all sizes and from all sectors, improve performance and value by aligning teams and focusing on strategy execution excellence. 
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Wayne Kalinski, Chief of Police
On January 7, 2015, Deputy Chief Kalinski was sworn in as Chief of Police for the Orangeville Police service.

Prior to joining the Orangeville Police, Chief Kalinski served with the York Regional Police Service for 32 years. His policing experience includes uniform patrol, criminal investigations, crime analysis, homicide, major crimes, intelligence, surveillance, training and education, as well as the Duty Inspector's office. 
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Northern Dawn Stables
Northern Dawn Stables is an Equine Boarding Facility in Caledon East, owned and operated by Sherry McLean. 
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MemBenefits

Dufferin Board of Trade members, take advantage of the UPS Members Benefit Program and save on a variety of UPS services! You'll receive 30% off small package shipments within Canada, to the U.S. and to worldwide destinations, 25% off imports into Canada, discounts starting at 75% off freight shipments and more. To get started today, click  here or call 1-800-MEMBERS (1-800-636-2377), M-F, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. EST. In addition, you can get 10% off printing, packaging, and mailbox rentals at The UPS StoreĀ®.

Events
March 23 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
205467 County Rd 109 
Orangeville, Ontario L9W 2Y9 Canada 

Business and Your Community! Get Involved and grow your business. Featuring Stephanie Veeck, Meridian Credit Union Click here to register.    



March 23 @ 4:45 pm - 6:30 pm
Georgian College, 
22 Centennial Road 
Orangeville, Ontario L9W 1P8 Canada 

Join patent and trademark agent - John Orange who will deliver an exciting lecture on
Intellectual Property.

 
Save the Date
Focus Management / DBOT Strategy Execution Round Table 
May 12 @ 7:30 am - 
9:30 am, 

DBOT AGM and Spring member function
May 18 @ 4:00 pm - 6 :00 pm, more details to come
 
IndustryOps
Request for Proposals: DBOT AGM & Spring Member Function
DBOT requires a food purveyor and venue for our Annual General Meeting and Spring Member Function to be held May 18th, 2016, 4pm-6pm. The requirements are detailed in the RFP below. Please see the proposal for full details. The  RFP is due by March 29, 2016. Questions about this proposal should be directed to Diana Morris at diana@dufferinbot.ca.  2016 AGM RFP

Request for Proposals:  DBOT Annual Golf Tournament
DBOT requires a local golf course to host an 18-hole modified scramble format golf tournament to be held August 25th, 2016.  The requirements are detailed in the RFP below.  The RFP is due by March 28th, 2016.  Golf RFP 2016

JobOps
Communications & Research Assistant
The Dufferin Board of Trade is seeking a dynamic, enterprising and committed individual to join our team as a Communications & Research Assistant.  The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with our member businesses in support of building a strong and viable business community as well as supporting the economic development priorities in Dufferin County.
Click  here  for details.

Assistant Database Administrator - Summer Student Position
The Assistant Database Administrator will be responsible for entering and maintaining accurate records in the CRM database, and providing general administrative assistance to the Dufferin Board of Trade office.
Click  here for details.
 
Assistant Website Administrator - Summer Student Position
The Assistant Website Administrator, will be responsible for updating and maintaining the Dufferin Board of Trade Website, and providing general administrative assistance to our office.
Click  here for details.
 

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