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Chairperson's Message

The Dufferin Board of Trade (DBOT) is excited to announce that nominations for the 2016 Business Excellence Awards are now open. The Business Excellence Awards recognize outstanding businesses, organizations, and individuals in Dufferin County who have worked diligently and tirelessly to excel in their field. It is in recognizing the efforts and accomplishments of our local businesses and businesspeople that we can truly affirm that Dufferin County is the best place to do business. The eight highly esteemed awards are presented at the Business Excellence Awards Gala held annually in October. This event marks one of The Dufferin Board of Trade's premier networking events of the year. It is a night of celebration and inspiration unrivaled in the region and we hope with our deepest sincerity to see you all there.

In addition, the 1st Annual DBOT Golf Tournament is quickly approaching; does your team have what it takes to claim golf supremacy in the region? Please be sure to register for this day of friendly competition, business networking, and fun. The Tournament will be held on Thursday, August 25th 2016.
   

-Joe Andrews
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Nominations are Open for the 2016 Dufferin Business Excellence Awards!
The Dufferin Board of Trade is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2016 Business Excellence Awards. 

The 2016 Dufferin Business Excellence Awards gala will take place in the fall of 2016, giving businesses more opportunity to consider their participation and submit nominations. The gala will be the premier business event for Dufferin County, and the signature celebration of business excellence for the region.  The 2016 Business Excellence Awards will recognize and celebrate businesses in the following categories:


Click on any of the award categories above for specific award criteria, and to submit your nomination. Entries must be received by 4pm July 15, 2016.

Read the primary eligibility requirements  here

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Enabling Accessibility Fund
The Enabling Accessibility Fund is a federal Grants and Contributions program that supports capital costs of construction and renovations related to improving physical accessibility and safety for people with disabilities in Canadian communities and workplaces.

From installing screen reader devices, hearing induction loop systems, automated door openers, constructing a universally designed office or retrofitting a washroom with an accessible toilet, grab bars and taps, the Enabling Accessibility Fund works to enable Canadians with disabilities to participate in their community and the economy.

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A very warm DBOT welcome to our newest member!

SMART Organizing





SMART is an acronym for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Timely. I first learned to about setting SMART goals and objectives in post secondary school and it's become my personal and work philosophy incorporated into my organizing practice. When SMART goals are defined, managing expectations; taking action and keeping tasks on track inevitably leads to success... even when obstacles are thrown in the way. We simply re-assess, adjust and proceed.  That is SMART.

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Save with Purolator

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  • DBOT Members can now save more on a dependable package delivery service with Purolator
  • Purolator offers discounts starting at 25% on Purolator Express® and Purolator Ground®
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Events
The 1st Annual Dufferin Board of Trade Golf Tournament
August 25 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
516423 County Rd. 124 RR 3  
Melancthon ,   ON   L9V 1V2 Canada

Join us for the 1st Annual Dufferin Board of Trade Golf T ournament, one of Dufferin County's premier networking events of the year! Dinner only tickets are also available.

 

Register here

 

2015 Greater Dufferin Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament Reigning Champions:

Stephen Doney, Dave Holwell and Steve Elliott.




Does your team have what it takes to claim the title of golf supremacy in Dufferin County?
 
June 14 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Hatter, 
101 First St 
Orangeville, ON Canada 

Cocktails & Connect 4   This is our 4th annual Cocktails & Connect. This well attended event is all about networking and fun. Build, Connect, Grow - Join us!   This is event is FREE to attend!  Read more

 
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