Hello, Chamber Community!

Vaccination update!

82% of adults (18+) in Ontario have received one dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine, and 74% are fully vaccinated. Let's keep sticking it to COVID, everyone! The more vaccination rates increase, the more we can help keep businesses open as we move into Fall.

As we noted in the last newsletter, we are thrilled to be part of two initiatives that will help our economy recover and keep our community safe at the same time.

SUPPORT LOCAL... We are working with an incredible project team representing businesses and community partners across Grimsby to bring Grimsby's Got It! to life. It's a support-local campaign that encourages local residents to take advantage of the diverse businesses, services, and amenities that Grimsby has to offer. Make sure to add your business to the Grimsby's Got It! directory, and ask your customers to report their local spend on the website for chances to win prizes! There's a big prize draw coming up just before the Labour Day weekend, so keep telling your customers about the campaign!

Speaking of campaigns...with the FEDERAL ELECTION coming up on September 20, we'll be working with our colleagues at the Lincoln and West Lincoln Chambers to host an All Candidates event in early September. Stay tuned for more details soon, and start thinking about the issues that are top of mind for you and your organization.

COMMUNITY SAFETY with RAPID SCREENING... Remember, we also have free Rapid Screening kits available to local businesses. With the province confirming more than 500 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, it is clear that rapid screening initiatives are an excellent part of a COVID-19 safety plan. Take advantage of this program and help to keep your workplace, family, and community safe - book your appointment today!

PLEASE NOTE: appointments must be booked online, walk-ins will not be accepted.

FALL PROGRAMMING... As we look at increasing our chamber activities in the fall and beyond, we need to hear from you. What do YOU need from your chamber? Take one minute and tell us what kind of events you'd like to participate in - virtual? in-person? something else? Take the short survey below.

Also - don't forget to complete the Business Retention & Expansion survey. It's an excellent opportunity to share your experiences as a business in Grimsby, and help shape future initiatives that will benefit our local business community.

As always, please reach out to the Chamber with your ideas, suggestions, concerns, or to let us know what resources and information would be helpful. We are YOUR Chamber, and we always want to hear from you.

Stay safe!

The Grimsby Chamber Team

In response to evolving data around the Delta variant and based on the recent experiences of other jurisdictions, the government, in consultation with Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, is pausing the exit from the Roadmap to Reopen.

The Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts will continue to monitor the data to determine when it is safe to exit the Roadmap and lift the majority of public health and workplace safety measures currently in place.

The Grimsby Chamber is offering FREE Rapid Antigen Self-Screening Kits to small businesses (under 150 employees) in order to keep our workplaces, families, and community safe.

Early detection of COVID-19 cases lessens the transmission among staff members and the broader community and keeps your business open. It also provides peace of mind for customers and staff.

In Niagara, nine local Chambers have joined together to give you outstanding value with a truly regional experience that offers you access to a strong regional advocacy voice, more exposure, more connections, and stronger relationships with businesses across Niagara.

As a member in good standing with your local/home Chamber, you are eligible to become an associate member of any of the other participating Chambers for just $75 annually (per Chamber).

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With vaccination rates on the rise and public health restrictions easing, planning a return to an in-person workplace has quickly become a top priority for non-essential businesses.

This webinar will focus on a number of important issues employers must consider when developing a plan for an effective and safe return to the workplace.

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The Grimsby Library's Community Survey is now open!

By completing the Community Survey, it will enable the Library Board to see how our community uses the Library and plan for the Library's future role within our community. All those who complete the survey have the option to be entered to win a library prize basket!

The survey will be open until August 25, 2021.

Thank you for choosing Grimsby Hyundai as the News Now "Best in the West"!

We are proud to have been named the Diamond Award for New Car Sales and the Emerald Award for Customer Service! We want to thank all of our family, staff, and especially our incredible guests for your continued loyalty and support.

For friendly people and your best deal, visit Grimsby Hyundai today!

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