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As a new member* you are entitled to one complimentary logo insert in the E-Newsletter.
Contact the office at
905-884-1961 ext. 21 for details.
*Joined in the past year
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Have You Taken Advantage of these Benefit Savings Programs?
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DECEMBER is GENEROSITY
Month!
"We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give"
~ Winston Churchill
Each month we will bring to you a character initiative that we hope you and your company will embrace, to build strong and compassionate employees with loyalty and respect.
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Stay in the Loop!
Keep up with the latest news and events in and around Richmond Hill.
Your link to Viva's plan for the next generation of rapid transit in York Region.
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Richmond Hill's "Voice of Business" Welcome's 2017 as the Richmond Hill Board of Trade
As you know on January 1, 2017 we officially became known as
the Richmond Hill Board of Trade. With the new name we also embarked on a new logo. We have had many requests to explain what the new logo means and why we decided to use it to represent us.
The new logo is inspired by the concept of interconnecting businesses while referencing the historic roots of Richmond Hill. The colours represents the wide variety of businesses and industries, the shape of the logo depicts the Old English/Gothic architecture that is found on some of the historic buildings and the font is inspired by the sign outside of the Richmond Hill Post office.
We hope that you embrace our new logo and we look forward to helping our members develop strong networks, build their businesses and foster economic development within the community.
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Maximize Your Membership:
Join us January 18th from 10:00 am - 11:00 am at the Richmond Hill Board of Trade Offices.
Make the most of your investment!
Learn how to maximize your membership and get engaged.
Whether you're a new or existing
member, each month y
ou can attend this Complimentary Event to learn how to connect. Register today!
Women in Business Networking Event:
Topic: Is your 30-second pitch doing what you need it to? Samantha King, SK Accountability Coaching. Join us January 20th at 8:30 am for our first Women's Networking Event of the Year.
Register today!
Business After 5 Networking Event: Join us January 24th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm for this great chance to network at Assante Capital Management Inc.
Register today!
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Lunch & Learn Seminar Proposal
The Richmond Board of Trade is accepting proposals from our members to present a one-hour Lunch & Learn session. If you are interested in volunteering, please complete this short survey
here.
If your business is looking for a guest speaker at your own Lunch & Learn, we can connect you with experts in our community. Contact us today for more information:
info@rhbot.ca.
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Help Us Celebrate Excellence and Become a Business Awards Sponsor
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Intercultural Communications Survey
Are you currently doing business or planning to do business in China? If so we are interested learning what your needs are and what you need to help move your business forward. Please take 2 minutes to complete our survey here.
Thank you for your support!
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Showcase Your Company on the RHBOT Community Banner
Unable to attend our events? Then let us show off your business with an ad on Our Community Banner!
Your company logo will be printed on Our Community Banner. This Banner will accompany the Board of Trade to all events including:
- Monthly Networking Events
- Joint Chamber/Board of Trade Events
- Annual Golf Tournaments
- Seminars
- Tradeshows/Fairs
- Annual BBQ
- Annual Mayor's Luncheon
- Business Award Galas
Contact us today to be seen as a "Business for the Community"!
For more information
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Welcome to our New Members:
December 2016
105.9 The Region,
Advertising Agency
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(905) 510-4081
Bakk Aviation,
Aviation,
(416) 238-3274
Bayview Plaza Dental Clinic,
Dental,
(905) 780-8444
CreativeWorks Marketing,
Marketing/Public Relations
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(416) 653-3053
GTA Faith Alliance - GTFA Learning Centre, Non Profit
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(905) 237-7711
Scuba 2000,
Retail Services,
(905) 771-1500
Sell - Move - Live, Home Organization, (647) 986-7712
SMART Realty Solutions c/o Keller Williams Referred Realty, Real Estate, (416) 460-5636
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Promote Your Business to New Members
At the Chamber's monthly Business@Breakfast all new members receive a Welcome
Gift Bag which includes promotional items from member businesses.
Showcase your business!
We will require approximately 50 items that will be given out over the next few months.
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Travel with the RHBOT in 2017
JOIN US: For a Spring Cruise to the Caribbean - March 11th -18th, 2017.
For more information
Tuscany and the Italian Riviera September 15th - 22nd, 2017.
For more information
click here!
For further information please contact Kristen Oakes, TPI Travel Professionals
koakes@tpi.ca
1-778-231-3111
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Every month we will be featuring some of our members & their saving programs.
For more Great Offers from fellow Board of Trade Members, please
click here
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As a RHBOT member, if you want to offer discounts to other members, please contact Lucy Chen at 905-884-1961 ext. 25
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Featured Members for January
The Member Savings Program is an initiative of the Richmond Hill Board of Trade. The program is designed to give RHBOT members, and their staff exclusive benefits by doing business with their fellow members, encouraging local shopping, stimulating and encouraging networking, and helping their bottom line by reducing some of their costs.
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Grow with the Board of Trade
Receive a One Year Free Membership
Help Spread the Word about the Richmond Hill Board of Trade!
Do you have friends who are not yet members of the Richmond Hill Board of Trade?
Networking events are always more exciting when there are more people.
Help us help your friends by introducing them to us and all the great member benefits!
The Rules?
Refer as many businesses as you want that you know will enjoy all the benefits of becoming a member.
A minimum of 5 of your referrals must become members for you to receive a years free membership.
The Reward?
Your next year's membership will be on us!
For more information please contact Earl Sky, Business Development Manager: membership@rhbot.ca
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Gamify your Sales Culture
The last month was a busy one, trying to recruit and train new hires. I see my leader position slipping away. Day by day...walking past that whiteboard is like walking through a hall of shame. Then, it happened - as of this morning I'm no longer the leader in the blogging category. What's the first thing I do when I get back to my desk? Clear my calendar so I can get a few blogs out today!
Some folks think gamification is a bit gimmicky. And when done poorly, it can be a complete waste of time. But the likes of Salesforce.com, UPS, and SAP have found a way to make it engaging while driving competition along the way. When designed properly, gamification is a powerful tool in sales management because it addresses the three things salespeople are motivated by the most: compensation, recognition, and competition. Some tips to help you get started: Read more...
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Job Fair
Please accept this as a personal invitation to be an employer during our Youth Job fair on January 26, 2017. To date, we have had successful Job Fairs every month from September - December, with numerous candidates hired during each job fair. We hope to continue this monthly event during 2017.
The job fair will be held between the hours of 4-6 pm to optimize the time for youth to arrive (after school for some of our youth) and also to ensure that too much of the employers time is not taken during the day.
10610 Bayview Avenue, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3N8
We had over 60 people attend our previous fair and there were a number of walk in clients who appreciated the chance to meet an employer face to face.
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Join the
Workforce Planning Board of
York Region and Bradford, West Gwillimbury for a
special session that they are having 'Employer Leadership Councils' on Jan. 26.
They are pleased to open this meeting up to other employers across the Region and wanted to provide our members the opportunity to attend. To provide the flexibility they have scheduled 2 sessions, a breakfast and a lunch with a special guest speaker 'Josh Davies', in order to provide times that might be the most convenient for employers.
More...
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Book of the Month January
How Stella Saved the Farm: A Tale About Making Innovation Happen
Author:
Vijay Govindarajan
Based on over a decade of research, the authors use the power of parable to deliver a powerful message of how to make innovation happen. The parable is about a farm in trouble. Bankruptcy, or the grim prospect of being acquired by a hostile competitor, threatens. The farm succeeds only if the team pulls together and innovates.
Want To Share Your Business Book of The Month? Click here
to submit.
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LOOKING FOR HELP THIS SUMMER?
WHY NOT HIRE A STUDENT?
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR WAGES IS AVAILABLE!
The 2017 Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) application period for employers is now open.
Apply before Friday, January 20th, 2017!
Canada Summer Jobs is a Government of Canada initiative. It provides funding for not-for-profit organizations, public sector employers and small businesses with 50 or fewer full-time employees to create summer jobs for students between the ages of 15 and 30.
For a better understanding of the Canada Summer Jobs program including key tips to apply, please watch this YouTube video:
https://youtube/SfMoLhkgjU8
We encourage you to submit your 2017 application online. By doing so, you will benefit from a fast, easy-to-use, and secure way of applying as you will:
- Have access to the Canada Summer Jobs application 24/7, from any location, allowing you to complete it at your convenience;
- ensure your application is received immediately by Service Canada;
- receive an instant acknowledgement confirming that your application has been received; and,
- avoid postal delays.
There are two systems available to enable you to apply online:
- 1. Grants and Contributions Online Services (GCOS): If you already have a GCOS account, please use this online platform to submit an online application; or
- 2. CSJ online application form.
For more information:
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"There's no bad weather, just bad clothing."
Although a few Canadians may disagree with this Scandinavian proverb, it's a worthy reminder that any form of commuting is possible in cold temperatures and snowy weather, as long as you are prepared! If you carpool, walk, take transit or even cycle during the winter months,
Smart Commute Markham, Richmond Hill has helpful tips to make sure you stay warm and safe, and arrive at your destination on time.
Click here to read more on Facebook!
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