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Message From the General Manager
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I would like to extend my personal invitation to the membership and business community for the 2017 Business Excellence Awards Gala. This event, coinciding with Small Business Week (October 16th - 20th), marks one of the Dufferin Board of Trade's marquee networking events of the year. 

This celebration of business excellence strengthens our belief that Dufferin County is truly the best place to do business. Ticket sales have now opened so be sure to reserve your spot today!

Diana Morris, General Manager
Dufferin Board of Trade

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2017 Business Excellence Awards Gala

Ticket sales for the 2017 Business Excellence Awards Gala are now on sale. This annual event brings together the business community from across Dufferin County to celebrate success, recognize community leaders, and spotlight the best in business here in Dufferin. The Business Excellence Awards process begins in June, with the opening of nominations, and culminates in October at the annual awards gala. 

The 2017 Business Excellence Awards Gala will be held at the Mono Community Centre on October 19th. The Gala will feature the Chairman's reception including hors d'oeuvres and local beverages, live musical entertainment, a gourmet three course dinner banquet, and the awards ceremony. 

The event is the Dufferin Board of Trade's premier networking event of the year and Dufferin County's foremost celebration of business. 

Click here to purchase tickets.
Headwaters Tourism Honoured at 2017 Marketing Canada Awards
On September 12th, 2017, in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Headwaters Tourism received national honours for brand identity at the Marketing Canada Awards. Among colleagues from across the country, Headwaters Tourism's 'Where Ontario Gets Real' was recognized by the Economic Developers' Association of Canada (EDAC) as one of the top marketing brands in the country for creativity, innovation and exceptional marketing of the region as a tourism destination.

As a proud partner organization of Headwaters Tourism, The Dufferin Board of Trade extends our congratulations on this well deserved achievement. 

Member Update - Snapd Dufferin
Tammy Schneider, Snapd Dufferin

Earlier   this month, Snap Dufferin announced a change in ownership. Orangeville resident Victoria Johansen will take over the Snapd camera in Octob er from Tammy Schneider. 

On behalf of the Dufferin business community, the Dufferin Board of Trade would like to thank  Tammy Schneider for her passion, dedication, and commitment to our community. Tammy's belief in the philosophy of thinking local serves as an example to her fellow residents and business leaders alike. It has been our absolute pleasure to work together with Tammy and  snapd Dufferin throughout the years to showcase and promote the very best of our community.

DBOT looks forward to continuing our relationship with snapd Dufferin along with  Victoria Johansen as she sets forth on this venture. We wish Tammy continued success in her future endeavours and we extend our sincerest congratulations to Victoria Johansen!

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Finance Canada Is Considering Major Changes to How Corporations Are Taxed
If your business is incorporated, then you could be facing a larger tax bill and big compliance costs from the Federal government's new proposals to change the way corporations are taxed. 

The proposed rules could have a significant impact on many Canadian businesses: potentially raising taxes, increasing the administrative burden on SMEs and heightening the impact on family-run businesses. 

If you employ family members, invest profits from your business, or would like to pass your business on to your children, these changes will affect you. 

Click here to learn more.
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K&G Engraving And Gifts

K&G provides custom on-site engraving and design services as well as trophies and awards for both corporate and sport associations. We also offer unique gift items which can be personalized by engraving. "DON'T JUST SAY IT, ENGRAVE IT"

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RAM Media Video and Social Media Management

We are YOUR go-to inbound marketing company. We give our clients all aspects of management as well as training, public relations, customer relations and branding. It's our job to be your eyes and ears in the business community. We have the pulse. We know what people are talking about and will ensure your content lines up with trends and what's important to your customers. You are your brand!

Click here for more information.
Headwaters Geothermal
Geothermal heating and cooling, all work done is done in-house, no subcontracting. Over 20 years geothermal experience.

Click here to for more information.
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Affinity Program Benefit - CCV Insurance 
As a Dufferin Board of Trade group member, you qualify for exclusive discounts on car and home insurance with Economical Select. You may also be eligible for savings in addition to your group discount, especially when you bundle two or more policies

Click here for more information.

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Ostic Insurance
Member to member group program
Commercial Business Insurance and personal home and auto insurance

Skorski Web Design Inc
10% off new website design or full redesign package. Mention you are a DBOT member.


Click here to view all of our Member to Member Discounts
Events
2017 Business Excellence Awards Gala
October 19 @ 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm
754483 Mono Centre Road 
Mono,  ON L9W 5W9

The 2017 Dufferin Business Excellence Awards Gala recognizing outstanding members of our business community and celebrating success and achievement in Dufferin County. Join us for an evening of celebration including: the Chairman's reception featuring hors d'oeuvres and local beverages, live music, a three course dinner, and the awards ceremony.


Click  here  to register.
September 21 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Alder Street Recreation Centre275 Alder Street 
Orangeville, Ontario L9W 5H6 Canada 
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In this session participants will learn about what is involved in starting a small business in Ontario, why a business plan is so important, and what is involved in developing a successful business plan. This workshop will answer many start-up questions and provide participants with the tools needed to begin working on their own "road maps" to success.

Click  here  to register.
Dufferin Women in Business: Networking on the Green
September 20 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Lynbrook Family Golf Centre285316 Cty Rd 10 
Amaranth, ON L9W0Z1 Canada

Dinner included in registration 
* Networking Activities 
* Infomercials * Door Prizes 
* Continue the fun and stay to play 9 holes of golf (available at your own cost)  

Click  here  to register.
Info Session on Possible Tax Hikes
October 2 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Best Western Plus Orangeville Inn & Suites, Ballroom B

On July 18th, Finance Minister Bill Morneau released a consultation paper that proposes tax changes for private corporations. These will be the most significant tax changes Canada has seen in the last 40 years and will have the greatest impact on professionals if they are passed. Join RLB LLP and the Dufferin Board of Trade to learn about the proposed changes, what the changes will mean for your professional corporation and the planning that can be done before the end of the year to help soften the impact it will have on you and your business.

Click  here  to register.
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