2024 Niagara Networks & Industry Collaborative

We’re a proud partner of the 2024 Niagara Networks & Industry Collaborative! Dive into the current and future landscape of industry collaboration at the Niagara Networks & Industry Collaborative at the Niagara Falls Convention Centre! Join us for a power-packed lunch session where we’ll learn more about emerging opportunities, challenges and best practices. Plus don’t miss the trade show featuring exhibitors from all sectors. 

More information and tickets available here.

2024 Niagara Networks & Industry Collaborative

We’re a proud partner of the 2024 Niagara Networks & Industry Collaborative! Dive into the current and future landscape of industry collaboration at the Niagara Networks & Industry Collaborative at the Niagara Falls Convention Centre! Join us for a power-packed lunch session where we’ll learn more about emerging opportunities, challenges and best practices. Plus don’t miss the trade show featuring exhibitors from all sectors. 

More information and tickets available here.

Exclusive Advertising Opportunity in the Heart of Downtown Grimsby – DeSantis Panel Spring 2024

We’re thrilled to share another exciting opportunity to elevate your brand in our community!

The advertising panel at the DeSantis Homes Century Condos build in the heart of downtown Grimsby (21 Main Street East) will be staying up until late June. We have been graciously extended access to this space, which means that we can continue to provide this excellent exposure opportunity for your business.

Tremendous thanks to DeSantis Homes for their partnership!

As with the initial panel, this exclusive advertising opportunity is available ONLY to our valued Chamber members. Your logo can be prominently featured as part of the Chamber’s celebration of our vibrant business community.⁠

⁠Below you will find a picture of the panel that is currently on display, as well as the intended design for this second run. There are 7 large logo spots and 14 smaller logo spots. Spaces are available on a first come/first serve basis. (New panel installation will be in early April.)

Large logo space: SOLD OUT
Small logo space: $250 investment

Confirm your participation by Tuesday, March 19 at 4PM.⁠

Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to showcase your business in a high-traffic area of Grimsby. CONTACT US TODAY to secure your spot!

Exclusive Advertising Opportunity in the Heart of Downtown Grimsby – DeSantis Panel Spring 2024

We’re thrilled to share another exciting opportunity to elevate your brand in our community!

The advertising panel at the DeSantis Homes Century Condos build in the heart of downtown Grimsby (21 Main Street East) will be staying up until late June. We have been graciously extended access to this space, which means that we can continue to provide this excellent exposure opportunity for your business.

Tremendous thanks to DeSantis Homes for their partnership!

As with the initial panel, this exclusive advertising opportunity is available ONLY to our valued Chamber members. Your logo can be prominently featured as part of the Chamber’s celebration of our vibrant business community.⁠

⁠Below you will find a picture of the panel that is currently on display, as well as the intended design for this second run. There are 7 large logo spots and 14 smaller logo spots. Spaces are available on a first come/first serve basis. (New panel installation will be in early April.)

Large logo space: SOLD OUT
Small logo space: $250 investment

Confirm your participation by Tuesday, March 19 at 4PM.⁠

Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to showcase your business in a high-traffic area of Grimsby. CONTACT US TODAY to secure your spot!

Elavon Limited-Time Promotion: $200 Statement Credit Offer for New Chamber Members

Promotion Period: March 1st ~ April 30th, 2024

Throughout the months of March and April 2024, any new member who signs up through the Chamber Referral Program will receive a $200 statement credit! This exclusive offer is available for a limited time, and we want to ensure that you are among the first to take advantage.

How You As A Member Can Participate:

  1. Submit a web inquiry here
  2. Elavon’s dedicated sales representatives will promptly reach out for a consultation within 24- 48 hours
  3. Complete the sign-up process by April 30th, 2024, and members will be qualified to receive $200 Statement credit* (please see flyer footers below for more details)

Elavon Limited-Time Promotion: $200 Statement Credit Offer for New Chamber Members

Promotion Period: March 1st ~ April 30th, 2024

Throughout the months of March and April 2024, any new member who signs up through the Chamber Referral Program will receive a $200 statement credit! This exclusive offer is available for a limited time, and we want to ensure that you are among the first to take advantage.

How You As A Member Can Participate:

  1. Submit a web inquiry here
  2. Elavon’s dedicated sales representatives will promptly reach out for a consultation within 24- 48 hours
  3. Complete the sign-up process by April 30th, 2024, and members will be qualified to receive $200 Statement credit* (please see flyer footers below for more details)

2024 State Of The Region – Wednesday, March 27, 2024

From 11:00AM – 2:00PM at John Michael’s Banquet and Events Centre.⁠ Join us (and many others!) for the annual address by Regional Chair Jim Bradley to the business community.⁠

⁠The State of the Region is a gathering of local business leaders, community members, and elected officials to discuss the current state and future prospects of the region. Chair Bradley presents a comprehensive overview of the current economic conditions, as well as key initiatives and projects underway to support growth and development.⁠ The event will provide a platform for stakeholders to network and engage in discussions on topics related to the region’s future and how to best position it for success.⁠

REGISTER TODAY

2024 State Of The Region – Wednesday, March 27, 2024

From 11:00AM – 2:00PM at John Michael’s Banquet and Events Centre.⁠ Join us (and many others!) for the annual address by Regional Chair Jim Bradley to the business community.⁠

⁠The State of the Region is a gathering of local business leaders, community members, and elected officials to discuss the current state and future prospects of the region. Chair Bradley presents a comprehensive overview of the current economic conditions, as well as key initiatives and projects underway to support growth and development.⁠ The event will provide a platform for stakeholders to network and engage in discussions on topics related to the region’s future and how to best position it for success.⁠

REGISTER TODAY

2024 Ontario Economic Report

On February 7, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) released its eighth annual Ontario Economic Report (OER). This year’s OER reveals a provincial economy under strain. Business confidence continues to decline post-pandemic, real GDP-per-capita is falling, and the economy is hampered by inflation, interest rates, skills gaps and prolonged uncertainty. Despite these challenges, Ontario has avoided a significant economic contraction and inflation and labour shortages are gradually easing. Read the release.

The report presents a path forward, focused on a principled growth strategy that prioritizes a skilled, inclusive labour force, smart and sustainable infrastructure, a competitive business environment, and healthy communities.

READ THE REPORT

Additionally, the OCC was proud to co-host the OER launch event with the Empire Club of Canada.

Martin Imbleau, CEO, VIA High Frequency Rail, VIA HFR-TGF delivered a thoughtful introduction highlighting the significance of investing in connectivity to spur economic prosperity. Daniel Tisch, President and CEO of the OCC followed with a keynote speech where he emphasized the importance of focusing on Ontario’s productivity growth.

Tisch was followed by a dynamic panel featuring the Hon. Caroline Mulroney, President of the Treasury Board of Ontario and Minister of Francophone Affairs, David Lebeter, President and CEO of Hydro One, and Douglas Porter, Chief Economist and Managing Director of Economics at BMO moderated by Amber Kanwar, Anchor and Reporter at BNN Bloomberg. The panel shared their thoughts on Ontario’s affordability challenge, economic outlook and business confidence.

Missed the event? You can watch it by clicking HERE.

2024 Ontario Economic Report

On February 7, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) released its eighth annual Ontario Economic Report (OER). This year’s OER reveals a provincial economy under strain. Business confidence continues to decline post-pandemic, real GDP-per-capita is falling, and the economy is hampered by inflation, interest rates, skills gaps and prolonged uncertainty. Despite these challenges, Ontario has avoided a significant economic contraction and inflation and labour shortages are gradually easing. Read the release.

The report presents a path forward, focused on a principled growth strategy that prioritizes a skilled, inclusive labour force, smart and sustainable infrastructure, a competitive business environment, and healthy communities.

READ THE REPORT

Additionally, the OCC was proud to co-host the OER launch event with the Empire Club of Canada.

Martin Imbleau, CEO, VIA High Frequency Rail, VIA HFR-TGF delivered a thoughtful introduction highlighting the significance of investing in connectivity to spur economic prosperity. Daniel Tisch, President and CEO of the OCC followed with a keynote speech where he emphasized the importance of focusing on Ontario’s productivity growth.

Tisch was followed by a dynamic panel featuring the Hon. Caroline Mulroney, President of the Treasury Board of Ontario and Minister of Francophone Affairs, David Lebeter, President and CEO of Hydro One, and Douglas Porter, Chief Economist and Managing Director of Economics at BMO moderated by Amber Kanwar, Anchor and Reporter at BNN Bloomberg. The panel shared their thoughts on Ontario’s affordability challenge, economic outlook and business confidence.

Missed the event? You can watch it by clicking HERE.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS SERIES 2024 – host an informative session

Share industry-specific challenges, best practices and useful tips & tricks to help foster a strong, local peer network, unique to your sector. This is your chance to share your expertise with other businesses in a similar industry and connect more deeply with our chamber and business communities.

Learn more about how hosting an Industry Insights session is a win-win for your business! Check out our informational .pdf HERE (and below).

Question/concerns? We’re only an email away!

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS SERIES 2024 – host an informative session

Share industry-specific challenges, best practices and useful tips & tricks to help foster a strong, local peer network, unique to your sector. This is your chance to share your expertise with other businesses in a similar industry and connect more deeply with our chamber and business communities.

Learn more about how hosting an Industry Insights session is a win-win for your business! Check out our informational .pdf HERE (and below).

Question/concerns? We’re only an email away!

CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP SURVEY

ATTENTION MEMBERS: Your voice matters, and we want to hear from you!

Please take 10 minutes to share your insights in our Grimsby & District Chamber of Commerce chamber membership survey. Your feedback is invaluable in guiding our priorities for 2024. Tell us how we can better support your business, enhance our advocacy efforts, and ensure your thriving success in the upcoming year. We are dedicated to ensuring chamber programming reflects your priorities and better supports your business.

Click HERE to make your impact today and allow us to make 2024 a transformative year!

CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP SURVEY

ATTENTION MEMBERS: Your voice matters, and we want to hear from you!

Please take 10 minutes to share your insights in our Grimsby & District Chamber of Commerce chamber membership survey. Your feedback is invaluable in guiding our priorities for 2024. Tell us how we can better support your business, enhance our advocacy efforts, and ensure your thriving success in the upcoming year. We are dedicated to ensuring chamber programming reflects your priorities and better supports your business.

Click HERE to make your impact today and allow us to make 2024 a transformative year!

Canadian Chamber of Commerce New Small Business Report – A Portrait of Small Business in Canada: Adaptation, Agility, All at Once

A new report by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab reveals that micro
firms are by far the most common businesses type in Canada, with the median firm having fewer
than five employees.

This is why it is crucial that we improve our understanding of the realities of small businesses, but
especially micro firms, and ensure they get adequate financial, operational and regulatory support
to help them stay strong and support Canada’s economy.

Read their full report HERE.
Read their press release HERE.

Canadian Chamber of Commerce New Small Business Report – A Portrait of Small Business in Canada: Adaptation, Agility, All at Once

A new report by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab reveals that micro
firms are by far the most common businesses type in Canada, with the median firm having fewer
than five employees.

This is why it is crucial that we improve our understanding of the realities of small businesses, but
especially micro firms, and ensure they get adequate financial, operational and regulatory support
to help them stay strong and support Canada’s economy.

Read their full report HERE.
Read their press release HERE.

Board of Directors Nominations: 2024-2025 Term NOW OPEN

Make a difference in your Chamber! Consider joining the Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term.
Nominations are now OPEN for our 2024-2025 board of directors. Spread the word!

Nominations may be submitted by any voting member in good standing. Members may nominate more than one member, and/or self-nominate.


There is ONE (1) two-year term position available. Nominations will not be accepted from the floor at the Annual General Meeting (AGM), and must be submitted a minimum of 7 days in advance of the AGM (by 4:00 PM on Wednesday, February 28, 2024).

Need more info/clarifications? We’re always just an email away!

Our Annual General Meeting, reporting on the 2023 financial year, will take place virtually on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 from 4:00 – 4:45 PM. REGISTER HERE.

Board of Directors Nominations: 2024-2025 Term NOW OPEN

Make a difference in your Chamber! Consider joining the Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term.
Nominations are now OPEN for our 2024-2025 board of directors. Spread the word!

Nominations may be submitted by any voting member in good standing. Members may nominate more than one member, and/or self-nominate.


There is ONE (1) two-year term position available. Nominations will not be accepted from the floor at the Annual General Meeting (AGM), and must be submitted a minimum of 7 days in advance of the AGM (by 4:00 PM on Wednesday, February 28, 2024).

Need more info/clarifications? We’re always just an email away!

Our Annual General Meeting, reporting on the 2023 financial year, will take place virtually on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 from 4:00 – 4:45 PM. REGISTER HERE.

January 24, 2024 – Mayor’s Business Breakfast

What a pleasure it was to be a part of the Mayor’s Business Breakfast organized by The Grimsby Economic Development Advisory Committee (GEDAC) last week!

The event brought the business community together to network and share ideas.  We learned that within the next 3-5 years, Grimsby will experience a $3 billion boom, and that the industrial/commercial and institutional sector alone will create approximately 1,000 new direct jobs by 2025. This multiplier effect will be unprecedented for our community, and the Town will build on this momentum, as they advance their updated Economic Development Strategic Action plan. 

Guest speaker, Brock Dickinson, Adjunct Professor and Entrepreneur in Residence from Waterloo University, was extremely engaging to listen to. He discussed geopolitical issues as they specifically relate to economic development in Grimsby. Brock also took a look at the sometimes frightening world of tomorrow, and what it could mean for our local businesses and our community. 


We know that as a diverse group of individuals, we each contribute to the vibrant tapestry that makes our Town of Grimsby unique and we are dedicated to working closely with our business community to ensure we all thrive amongst one another. Continued collaboration is always key and we are privileged to facilitate this for you all.


Thank you again to the Town of Grimsby for a wonderful morning! We are looking forward to being a guest at the upcoming Town Talks Panel on February 6.

January 24, 2024 – Mayor’s Business Breakfast

What a pleasure it was to be a part of the Mayor’s Business Breakfast organized by The Grimsby Economic Development Advisory Committee (GEDAC) last week!

The event brought the business community together to network and share ideas.  We learned that within the next 3-5 years, Grimsby will experience a $3 billion boom, and that the industrial/commercial and institutional sector alone will create approximately 1,000 new direct jobs by 2025. This multiplier effect will be unprecedented for our community, and the Town will build on this momentum, as they advance their updated Economic Development Strategic Action plan. 

Guest speaker, Brock Dickinson, Adjunct Professor and Entrepreneur in Residence from Waterloo University, was extremely engaging to listen to. He discussed geopolitical issues as they specifically relate to economic development in Grimsby. Brock also took a look at the sometimes frightening world of tomorrow, and what it could mean for our local businesses and our community. 


We know that as a diverse group of individuals, we each contribute to the vibrant tapestry that makes our Town of Grimsby unique and we are dedicated to working closely with our business community to ensure we all thrive amongst one another. Continued collaboration is always key and we are privileged to facilitate this for you all.


Thank you again to the Town of Grimsby for a wonderful morning! We are looking forward to being a guest at the upcoming Town Talks Panel on February 6.

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