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A Message From the CEO | Upcoming Chamber Events

Welcome New Members! | Updates from the Chamber Network

Good morning!

A quick note this week as we prepare for our Skilled Trades Luncheon this afternoon with our partners the Grand Erie District School Board, Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board, and Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program.

We look forward to participating in the upcoming community events that we noted last week, and the Epic Jobs event next Wednesday. The Board meets this week with the Brant Community Healthcare System and BCHSYS Foundation to receive an update on their planning and programming.

Thank you, have a safe and warm holiday weekend. 

Dave

Annette Minutillo-Century 21 Heritage House Ltd

To learn more about our new members, click on their logo!

Move for More with the OINP Entrepreneur

Success Initiative

The Entrepreneur Success Initiative is a two-year initiative supported by Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development and is administered by Toronto Business Development Centre (TBDC).

The Entrepreneur Success Initiative is for entrepreneurs who are interested in immigrating to Canada by establishing a new business or buying and growing an existing business outside of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Through the Entrepreneur Success Initiative, TBDC provides qualified entrepreneurs with the following services:

– Support to identify business opportunities in Ontario that align with interests and experience (for example: opportunities to create a new business or to purchase an existing business).

– Assistance to apply to the OINP Entrepreneur Stream, including facilitating access to complimentary legal services to support the process.

The ESI is a one-of-a-kind initiative for prospective international entrepreneurs looking to build a new life in Canada.

Learn more at: https://futureisontario.com/about/

Job Posting: Downtown Revitalization Ambassador

Reporting to the Manager of Business Support and Sustainability in the Office of the General Manager of the Public Works Commission, the Downtown Revitalization Ambassador will be responsible for planning, leading, and managing the consultation and engagement strategy for the Downtown Revitalization program. The Ambassador will be the key contact person and resource for downtown businesses and stakeholders to gather information on specific infrastructure projects in the downtown and providing guidance, advice, and support throughout the program. The Ambassador will be responsible for building and maintaining trust and relationships with all downtown stakeholders. Additionally, the Ambassador will be the onsite liaison during the construction of the downtown infrastructure to ensure meaningful engagement continues throughout all phases of the project.

The Ambassador will work closely with other departments across the Corporation including Engineering Services and Communications and Community Engagement to coordinate successful delivery of infrastructure projects in the downtown. The Ambassador will plan, participate in, and attend project meetings, workshops, Council and Committee meetings, and stakeholder engagement sessions and will be responsible for preparing verbal and written presentations and reports.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Now Casting For Bryan Baeumler's New

HGTV Canada Show!

Have you recently made a major location or lifestyle change in order to pursue your dream business? Do you live and work in a small town or remote location? Have you hit a renovation roadblock that you need Bryan’s help with?

We’re seeking outgoing, energetic business owners to share their stories and renovations on-camera. We want to hear about you and your exciting dream project!

Qualifications:

1. Type of Project: Your project might be tourist-related, (small hotel, eco-lodge, “glamp” site, winery, organic farm, brewpub, B&B, etc.), or something completely new. It must contain elements of a residential space (ie. a communal lounge, bedroom, Property Manager’s suite, etc.) and areas relating to your new business (commercial kitchen, reception area, meeting rooms, etc.).

2. Story: You need Bryan’s help! You have hit a significant roadblock in the construction process: money issues, family issues, logistical problems, or all of the above. These problems should be serious enough to threaten the project but

not insurmountable. You must work with our team on a compressed timeline to create a big burst of activity while Bryan and the crew are on-site. The plan is to get your project back on track so that you can continue once we leave. We will return at the end to see the final results of your hard work.

3. Location: Business must be off-the-beaten path, in a rural/remote area, or small town.

4. Timing: Episodes will film throughout Spring to late Fall 2023. Your financing and project/design plans must be complete, and construction must be mid-way before we arrive. We will require some flexibility on timing and your availability.

Don’t miss this opportunity to work with Bryan! The show has expertise in design and construction, with some financial resources for your episode. And, of course, your future business will be seen on HGTV Canada!

TO APPLY, VISIT: https://bryanbaeumlercasting.castingcrane.com

May 24th Epic Jobs Event: Sponsorship &

Exhibitor Spots Still Available!

There are still some spots open for businesses who want to be a sponsor or exhibitor at the May 24 Epic Jobs skilled trades fair for students in Brantford.

More than 1,000 students from across Grand Erie will participate in the hands-on, interactive event, which will promote the many exciting careers in the trades.

The day-long event will take place at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, using space both inside and outside the building. This is the first time Epic Jobs has been held in person since the pandemic started.

Epic Jobs is organized by the Workforce Planning Board of Grand Erie in partnership with the Grand Erie District School Board, Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board and the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program.

Businesses that wish to participate or want more information, can:

email: epicjobs@workforceplanningboard.org

or visit: https://workforceplanningboard.org/epic-jobs/