Kenora & District Chamber of Commerce
COMMUNIQUE
Newsletter
07 January 2021
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Visit the Government of Ontario's webpage for the
latest and most up-to-date information on COVID-19 in Ontario.
Updated daily at 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
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WIN YOUR 2021 MEMBERSHIP FEE |
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2021 Membership fees are now due.
Pay by January 31st and be entered in a draw
to win back your membership fee!
Pay by cash, cheque, etransfer, or credit card.
Contact the Chamber office at
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Meet Kenora Chamber Member Northern Ontario Clean |
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Hi, I’m Alanna! I am the owner/operator here at Northern Ontario Clean. I have had the opportunity to create a business doing something that brings me such joy.
I have been cleaning houses, cottages, and cabins for the past 5 years. I decided to make the house cleaning industry my official career with Northern Ontario Clean 2020 when I was planning my move to Kenora.
Northern Ontario Clean offers a wide variety of services, such as; weekly, biweekly, rental turnover, moving, detailed, and as-needed cleaning for families/individuals who may need an extra set of hands to keep their homes clean and safe.
What do you love most about our Community?
I am new to the Kenora community, but it already feels like home. I come from a small town in Muskoka, Ontario (cottage country for Toronto) that reminds me of Kenora. My short amount of time in Kenora has made me feel like I have found my “forever town” just a tad closer to the mountains.
What do you like to do outside of work?
When I am not working, you can catch me outside. Some of my favourite outdoor activities are backcountry camping, hiking, being on the lake, and running marathons.
Why did you decide to join the Chamber of Commerce?
I knew that moving to Kenora would mean starting fresh. I was looking for a way to connect with my new community while continuing to build my business! I was looking for additional support and friendship with like-minded business owners and entrepreneurs.
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Did you know...
KDCC Members receive
20% off parts & Service at Kenora Chevrolet Buick GMC
More Member discounts here
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The Rotary Club Kenora's
Dream Vacation Draw
is back!
This year comes with a few changes:
- 90% of trips are local or Canadian destinations
- The winner will have 2 years to redeem trips
- No wish to travel? Receive 100% of the trip value in CASH!
Tickets are available at Consumers Frosted Foods, Safeway, Penner’s Jewellers,
or from any Rotarian
Draw Date is January 11th, 2021 at 7 PM - Ristorante Pizzeria
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CEBA UPDATE
This $55 billion program provides interest-free loans of up to $60,000 to small businesses and not-for-profits.
Requirements and Deadlines Have Changed
- As of December 4, 2020, CEBA loans for eligible businesses will increase from $40,000 to $60,000.
- Applicants who have received the $40,000 CEBA loan may apply for the $20,000 expansion, which provides eligible businesses with an additional $20,000 in financing.
- All applicants have until March 31, 2021, to apply for a $60,000 CEBA loan or the $20,000 expansion.
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The City of Kenora has revealed a modernized method for motorists to pay for parking. New “pay-by-plate” parking kiosks have been installed in different locations downtown and are now activated.
View the Parking page here for parking locations and regulations.
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For more information contact Samantha Smith (NWCF Coordinator) at ssmith@lowbic.on.ca or 807-467-4640
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The Rotary Club of Kenora, in partnership with the City of Kenora, will develop a Rotary Peace Park on 1st Avenue South in Kenora.
The park will include a beautiful peace pole and a memorial monument to honour Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, Trans, and 2 Spirit (MMIWGT2S), provided by the MMIWGT2S Memorial Committee.
The park will include benches, walkways, and a view of the beautiful Lake of the Woods. It will be a peaceful place for people to rest and reflect.
The goal is to have the park completed and ready for opening on October 4, 2021. Your support is needed to make this dream a reality. To celebrate Christmas, consider donating in honour of your loved ones, sharing the message of "peace on earth - goodwill to all.
To help get this started, please consider supporting this project through our GoFundMe page. Funds will be used to purchase the peace pole, benches, and to landscape the park.
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Real Benefits for your Business.
Chambers Plan's not-for-profit structure, combined with pooling its 30,000 members, equals one of the industry's lowest average renewals, at 4% over the last decade.
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Happy Thursday and Happy New Year!!!
This week’s specials and recipes are attached.
Enjoy! Cathy
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