This week at the Chamber! 👋

In this issue...

Exclusive Offer for Chamber Members | Initiatives to Support Ukrainian Families

Updates from the Chamber Network

From the CEO's Desk

Thank you to all of our golfers, sponsors, and volunteers for a great day at Copetown Woods Golf Course for our 55^th Annual Golf Tournament yesterday. The weather delivered a fantastic day, and we look forward to following up with the prize winners and thank yous, including the contribution to our non-profit, Dalhousie Place, very shortly.

Please see the exciting opportunity below to share with your staff and co-workers regarding WTFest this weekend, generously provided by our member The Rope Factory/Jamie Stephens Entertainment. Please consider extending your Canada Day weekend celebrations to include this returning annual event at Lion’s Park, one of our region’s unique events!

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!

Dave

Exclusive Offer for Chamber Members

WTFEST Music Festival is this Saturday at Lions Park! THE ROPE FACTORY EVENT HALL has graciously offered UP TO 10 TICKETS per Chamber member -- tickets are valued at $30 each! Don't miss this great offer. We kindly ask that you only grab tickets that you plan to use.

Use promo code "chamber" at checkout to grab your FREE TICKETS. You're allowed to claim up to 10 tickets for you and your staff. The names on the tickets don't have to match the people using them, so feel free to use your business name when ordering.

To claim your tickets, click here!

Initiatives to Support Ukrainian Families

All proceeds from A Night of Unity are going to be used to help the settlement of new Ukrainian families in a local capacity.

If you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out to theukrainianvillage@gmail.com.

Canada Connects Volunteer Program

The Canada Connects program creates meaningful connections between newcomers, long-time Canadians, and established immigrants.

Newcomer participants gain a better understanding of Canadian customs, culture, social, political, and economic life.

Program volunteers develop better cross-cultural awareness, communication and sensitivity, and a sense of fulfillment from helping newcomers settle more effectively in our communities.

Click here to register!

News from the Chamber Network

Enterprise Brant Support for Businesses

Did you know?

Enterprise Brant offers a variety of federally funded programs designed to help businesses in Brantford and the County of Brant position themselves for success.

Services:

Business Loans
Business Counselling
Economic Development

Find out how Enterprise Brant can assist your business here!

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.

Click here to learn more about the sessions, what you will learn, and when they will take place!

Virtual Information Session on Conestoga College's New ECE Apprenticeship!

Talent Opportunities Program

Are you an employer hiring post-secondary students on work-integrated learning (WIL) placements, such as cooperative education and internships? If so, you may be eligible for a wage subsidy of up to $7,000 per student!

The application portal is now open for the Summer 2022 term (May-August 2022).

New eligibility rules are now in effect and can be found below and in the TOP Program Guidelines & FAQs. Please ensure you meet the eligibility criteria prior to submitting an application.