Greetings!
We know the recently announced public health measures have impacted many of our members, and we want you to know that we are working with our colleagues at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC), and chambers across Ontario, to push for greater supports for affected businesses.
While the Province announced that it would be expanding the new Ontario Business Costs Rebate Program and instituting a 6-month interest and penalty free period for most provincially administered taxes, we know it isn’t enough. More support is needed, and quickly.
On Monday, the OCC responded on behalf of the chamber network, calling for further business supports and a comprehensive plan that ties restrictions to clear, data-based metrics, so that you, your employees, and your families can plan ahead. Ontario’s Minister of Finance, the Hon. Peter Bethlenfalvy, subsequently contacted OCC President and CEO Rocco Rossi to let him know that the provincial government is considering further supports.
After gathering input from the chamber network – YOUR input – and following a meeting between the OCC’s and the Minister’s staff yesterday, the OCC issued the following letter.
Businesses are struggling and need support and a plan. We will let you know as soon as further information or updates are available. We are proud to be part of the advocacy efforts fighting for our businesses.
If you have ideas or suggestions, comments or feedback, please send them our way. Your voice is an important one as we all work together to create a better environment for all.
Take care and stay safe, please.
- Rebecca
on behalf of the Grimsby & District Chamber of Commerce
