What's New This Week - April 11, 2024

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Robin Cooke

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April 11, 2024

What's New This Week - April 11, 2024

Ontario Launches Grid Innovation Fund

Program will leverage new technologies to make province’s electricity grid more efficient

April 09, 2024

The Ontario government is building the grid of the future by launching a new round of the Grid Innovation Fund which will invest $9.5 million to support projects that will make the province's electricity system more efficient. This year’s funding will be focused on transportation and heating and cooling, two sectors that are driving significant electricity demand increases.

“As the electrification of transportation, industry and heating changes the way Ontario’s electricity system operates, we’re leveraging new technologies to make our grid more efficient,” said Todd Smith, Minister of Energy. “This new investment of $9.5 million will support the next generation of innovative projects to help lower costs for consumers and support Ontario’s reliable, affordable and clean grid.”

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Our luncheon with MP Marilyn Gladu on April 5th at the Best Western Guildwood addressed a wide range of issues impacting Lambton County. We extend our gratitude to our sponsor, The Better Business Bureau of Western Ontario, for their support in making this event possible, and to MP Gladu for her valuable insights and participation.
Follow our newsletter and events page for more advocacy events to keep you informed of what is happening in Lambton County.

Read the article by The Sarnia Journal Here

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Come and celebrate Petrolia's 150 Anniversary with the Chamber!  Our Business After Five, April 17th, will be at Victoria Hall and be prepared to celebrate!  Mix and mingle and grow those business connections at this fantastic networking event.
Not a Chamber Member?  That is OK, come and learn how we can help your business thrive and grow!  Register today and join the fun!    

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New Business Data Lab Tool Reveals Businesses Are Proceeding With Caution

According to our Business Data Lab’s new tool, the Business Expectations Index (BEI), Canadian businesses are stuck in a cautious near-term holding pattern.  
The BEI is a timely, forward-looking measure of business sentiment that allows business owners, economists, market watchers and policymakers to gain insights across a wide variety of business contexts.

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Prepare to be inspired at our upcoming Green Breakfast on April 23rd! Dive into the morning as we delve into the theme 'Climate Adaptation in Your Own Backyard – Stewardship Opportunities for Everyone.' Led by the passionate Healthy Watershed Specialist, Jessica Van Zwol, you'll discover uplifting stewardship projects designed to make a tangible impact in the fight against climate change.
Everyone is welcome so sign up today!

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OCC Launches New Hub to Advance Artificial Intelligence in Ontario

As productivity challenges hamper Canada’s growth and competitiveness, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) aims to maximize the economic and social benefits of artificial intelligence. Today, the OCC announced the launch of its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hub, an industry-academic collaboration to drive AI adoption among Ontario businesses – and evidence-based policymaking from government.

“The Ontario Chamber of Commerce aims to maintain Ontario’s global leadership in AI and emerging technologies,” said Daniel Tisch, President and CEO of the OCC. “By bringing together industry, academia, and policymakers, the OCC’s AI Hub will advance dialogue and action to maximize the benefits of AI for businesses, workers and communities across the province.”

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Bluewater Health is currently recruiting for our Board of Directors. The hospital is focused on recruiting individuals with skills and expertise in finance and accounting this year, in order to strategically meet committee composition requirements for our Resource Utilization and Audit Committee.

The application form and more information about the Board is available on our website: http://www.bluewaterhealth.ca/board-recruitment

Application Extension until April 30th

Don't miss out on this exclusive AI masterclass presented by the TMRRW INC team! Brought to you by the Sarnia Lambton Business Task Force, this event will take place at the Dante Club on April 23rd from 12pm to 2pm. Join industry expert Liwordson Vijayabalan and his team to gain valuable insights and discover the tools that will empower you to become part of the AI generation.

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