Business Voice
// June E-Newsletter
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In this issue...
Your Voice //
PPE Local Suppliers / FanSavesHelps
Your Low Down //
Keep it Local Marketplace / Business Tips
Your Membership //
Member Marketplace / Technology and Innovation Article
Your Community //
Town Hall / Business Resource Series / Virtual Networking
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Message from Vaughan Chamber President & CEO
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As York Region moves into Stage 2 and more businesses start to reopen, the Vaughan Chamber continues to advocate support for Vaughan’s resilient business community. We wanted to let you know the work we’re doing to ensure you have the resources and support you need to continue operations as the economy opens and Canada starts it’s road to recovery:
- Sector-specific support: Certain businesses in sectors such as hospitality and tourism will require additional support over the short and long-term. We are launching sector-based roundtables to ensure all levels of Government are aware of the challenges facing these businesses from both a continuity and recovery perspective. The feedback we capture will help us in advocating for dedicated funding to support businesses through and post-COVID-19
- Free Business Resource Virtual Event Series
- Town Halls with all levels of Government to connect businesses with our leaders and ensure gaps in initial Government relief measures are addressed
- Virtual Networking events to make connections and generate sales leads
- Women’s Information Series focusing on topical issues led by the Women's Leadership Committee
- Workshops on reopening guidelines
- Programs to help you buy and sell locally: VCC Marketplace, GetintheLoop Mobile Marketing, and FanSavesHelp Gift Certificate Program
We wish you all good health and as always - please feel free to reach out to the Vaughan Chamber anytime. Be well and be safe.
Brian Shifman
President & CEO
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Your Connection //
Upcoming Events
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Economic & Financial Outlook: How Deep, How Prolonged?
Featuring
Derek Burleton, Vice-President & Deputy Chief Economist at TD Bank
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Join us live on Monday, June 22
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at 10:00 am for a live discussion with Derek Burleton,
Vice-President and Deputy Chief Economist at TD as he discusses the economic and financial outlook as a result of COVID-19.
Please register to receive the event link.
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Navigating 2020: CN's Perspective on Canada's Supply Chain
Featuring
Fiona Murray, Vice-President, Public and Government Affairs at CN
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Join us next Friday, June 26
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at 10:00 am for a discussion with Fiona Murray as she discusses navigating Canada's Supply Chain from the CN perspective.
Please register to receive the event link.
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Vaughan Chamber Virtual Networking
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Grab your cup of coffee and join us tomorrow for a virtual networking session with the business community. Registration is necessary for this free event as the Zoom link will be provided in the registration confirmation.
In partnership with: Vaughan Business Enterprise Centre
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Your Voice //
Policy & Advocacy
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Need PPE Supplies? York Region Chambers have created a guide of local suppliers
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As businesses start to re-open, the need for PPE equipment increases. The York Region Chambers and Boards of Trade have collected a list of local suppliers in the area that are supplying Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). The guide contains local suppliers of your personal protective equipment needs, from masks to plastic shielding. The guide will also be updated every few weeks as more PPE suppliers are available.
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We have an exciting new program named
FanSavesHelps
which is completely free for Chamber Members and allows businesses to post gift cards. These gift cards are aimed at supporting local businesses as customers can buy them to use at a later date or choose to donate them. Once a gift certificate is purchased through the
FanSavesHelps
website
, the buyer will receive a digital gift certificate with a unique code that will be tracked for you in a spreadsheet (which you will have access to).
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Vaughan Chamber COVID-19: Business Resources
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To assist businesses dealing with COVID-19, we’ve created this resource page which contains all the information on business supports announced by the Federal, Provincial and Municipal levels of Government. We’ve provided details and access to links.
Please check back frequently as we update this page on a regular basis with information as further announcements are made.
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Your Low Down //
What You Need to Know
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Keep it Local Facebook Marketplace
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#KeepItLocal
by shopping from Vaughan businesses. Our rapidly growing Facebook Marketplace allows anyone in the Vaughan community to post,
free of charge
, and shop from the amazing products and services in the Vaughan area. We have seen some great deals with convenient delivery or pick-up options and this is the place to showcase them.
Vaughan Chamber members get added benefits and recognition.
Are you a Vaughan business? Post your offerings today.
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In partnership with: Vaughan Business Enterprise Centre
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Business Tips from the Vaughan Chamber Community
To assist businesses dealing with COVID-19, we’ve created a Business Tips page which contains information and helpful tips sent to us by our members and community.
If you have an informative business tip that would be helpful to share with the Vaughan business community, please send it to us at
info@vaughanchamber.ca
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Tag us in your Social Media Posts
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Share what your business is doing to support the community during COVID-19. This can be anything from changing your operations to accommodate, COVID-19 recovery efforts, offering convenient delivery options or initiatives you would like us to share. Tag the Vaughan Chamber and let everyone know about your current offerings and how they can connect with you. We will share your post and highlight our members with a
#MemberSpotlight
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Looking to hire? Post Available Jobs at no cost
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Take advantage of our Job Bank to help you find the right candidates. Members can post employment opportunities at
no cost.
Please contact Abinaa if you have any questions or require further assistance with posting jobs:
abinaa@vaughanchamber.ca
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Member Marketplace - Take advantage of these savings
Members of the Vaughan Chamber post their savings on our website and newsletter at
no cost
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*Interested in having your offers on our Member Marketplace?
Vaughan Chamber members can post available offers at
no cost.
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By: Jeremy Neil, Executive Vice President – Macrodyne Technologies Inc.
With the economic downturn resulting from COVID-19 placing unprecedented strain on businesses, adapting to the rapidly changing operating conditions is paramount to survival. To remain viable and prepare for the anticipated recovery once the pandemic subsides, organizations must innovate to reduce costs and enhance operational efficiencies.
Whether you’re a small start-up trying to make the most of your limited resources or a larger established organization seeking ways to increase your operating profit margin, leveraging technology is a great place to start.
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View the Latest Edition of CanadianSME Magazine
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Exclusive access for Vaughan Chamber members
June Edition Includes:
- Natasha Koifman's Strategies to Build and Maintain a Successful Brand
- The Hon. Minister Mary Ng shares her advice on how to succeed past COVID-19
- Q&A with Andrea Stairs, Chief Marketing Officer, eBay North America & President eBay Canada Ltd.
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Your Community //
Virtual Events Recap
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Virtual Town Hall: A Conversation with Political Leaders on Reopening the Economy
Featuring Hon. Mary Ng, MPP Stan Cho and Hon. Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua
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The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce was joined by the Hon.
Mary Ng
MP, MPP
Stan Cho
, and Vaughan
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua
, for our latest Virtual Town Hall on May 26
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. Our political leaders outlined the steps their respective governments have taken to assist businesses during COVID-19 and provided a framework for economic recovery.
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On The Road To Economic Recovery
Featuring
Brett House, Vice-President and Deputy Chief Economist at Scotiabank and
MP Francesco Sorbara, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Revenue
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The Vaughan Chamber of Commerce hosted a virtual discussion on May 27
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between Scotiabank Vice President and Deputy Chief Economist Brett House and MP Francesco Sorbara. Our speakers provided excellent insight into the long-term projections about the Canadian economic recovery from COVID-19. The topics covered range from details about Government programs for businesses to projections for equity markets and the future of international trade.
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Workshop for Safely Reopening During COVID
Featuring Dr. Genesove from York Region Public Health, Bill Chen with Workplace Safety and Prevention Services, and Stuart Rudner from Rudner Law
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On June 12
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the Vaughan Chamber hosted a special workshop on how to safely reopen your workplace by protecting yourself, your employees, and your customers.
Our experts shared practical advice on the implementation of certain measures to ensure your business is prepared as we reopen our economy.
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Women and Health
Featuring Dr. Talia Zenlea from Women's College Hospital
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The Vaughan Chamber was pleased to have
Dr. Talia Zenlea from Women's College Hospital join us on June 16
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for an important conversation on the new COVID environment and impact on our health.
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Vaughan Chamber Virtual Networking
Featuring special presentation from Loopstra Nixon
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We were pleased to have everyone join us for our virtual networking session on May 29
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. Special thank you to Bobbi Wallace, Partner at Loopstra Nixon for an insightful presentation on navigating through the relaxed COVID-19 restrictions and answering our members' questions.
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Vaughan Chamber Virtual Networking
Featuring special presentation from Skinprovement
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We were pleased to have everyone join us for our virtual networking session on June 5
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. Special thank you to Ashley Perri, Founder of Skinprovement for an insightful presentation on reopening & pivoting your business.
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