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From the CEO's Desk | Upcoming Chamber Events
Updates from the Chamber Network
From the CEO's Desk
Chamber staff are continuing to work and plan this summer as we also try to fit in holidays and family time. Planning for the next year ahead is happening - we are looking ahead with some certainty towards in-person events, and the new opportunities to reimagine purpose and branding for some popular events. We are planning for a robust September and October full of activity, and look forward to welcoming new City and County Councils after the municipal election in October. The Chamber Board of Directors and our various committees will also have opportunities available. To learn more about how a few hours of your time in a year can help to improve our community, please reach out to David through chamber@brcc.ca.

Have a great week!

Dave
Upcoming Chamber Events
News from the Chamber Network
Virtual Learning Series for Ontario Employers
Seeking Global Talent
Learn about Canada’s economic immigration programs!

The IRCC (Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada) is hosting a series of free, 30-minute information sessions for employers in Ontario. You’ll learn more about Canada’s economic immigration programs and resources to help you attract, hire and retain global talent. 
Grow Your Business Online
The Government of Canada and Ontario Chamber of Commerce have partnered together to deliver Government of Canada grants to small businesses that want to grow their business online. 

To learn more about the program, eligibility requirements and to pre-register, please visit: https://occ.ca/growyourbusinessonline/  

If you have any questions about the Canada Digital Adoption Program, please contact cdap@occ.ca.  
OTEC's New Service Excellence:
De-escalation Training
We are excited to announce the official launch of OTEC’s new Service Excellence: De-escalation Training, a simple, unique way to equip your team with the necessary skills to pivot through difficult interactions at work.

OTEC’s new Service Excellence: De-escalation Training empowers your team with the skills, knowledge, and tools to transform these negative situations into opportunities.
Service Excellence: De-escalation Training can immediately impact your workplace by:
  • Fostering effective communications and improving work climate
  • Helping workers apply EQ concepts through customer experiences and with their colleagues
  • Showing workers how to recognize and manage their emotions during interactions with guests 

To know more about Service Excellence: De-escalation Training, click here. If you have any questions, please contact info@otec.org.
The Brantford Immigration Partnership (BIP) Invites New Canadians to an Information Fair
Click on the photo for more information and to register for the Newcome Welcome Day Fair!
Rapid Test Kits Are Available!
Our Rapid Test Kit program is continuing to roll out smoothly. We can provide businesses with up to 150 employees in Brantford and Brant County with COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Testing Kits for their employees. 

If you need kits for your business, please email alex@brcc.ca or call the office at (519) 753-2617 ext. 25 to set up a pick-up appointment.

Please note that the pick-up slots are only available Monday - Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Supports for Local Businesses
Chamber of Commerce Brantford-Brant
brantfordbrantchamber.com
519-753-2617