What's New This Week - July 03, 2025

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Robin Cooke

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July 3, 2025

What's New This Week - July 03, 2025

Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce Passes Policy Resolution at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce AGM

The Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce is pleased to have the support from Chambers across the province for our policy resolution submitted at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) AGM. This resolution, Maintaining Policy and Regulatory Consistency, was presented and passed at the AGM, and is now on the OCC's 2025-2028 Policy Compendium.

The OCC continues to advocate and highlight the recommendations from these resolutions on behalf of the Chamber Network through regular meetings with government and staff, media engagement, policy primers and reports.  

To read the 2025-2028 Policy Compendium and our resolution, click here.

Strengthening Ontario’s Civil Justice System

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC), in partnership with local Chambers across the province—including the Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce—has submitted feedback to the Ontario Civil Rules Review Working Group. This submission reflects the business community’s shared concern that Ontario’s current civil court system is too slow, too complex, and too costly—especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

The OCC’s response supports the Working Group’s proposal to streamline civil procedures, including:

  • Faster dispute resolution through upfront evidence disclosure
  • Simplified processes for lower-value claims
  • Greater access to justice across regions

However, the Chamber also emphasized the need for careful implementation—especially to avoid increased upfront legal costs for small businesses—and called for investment in judicial capacity and digital modernization.

🧾 A more efficient, fair, and accessible civil justice system is essential for business confidence and economic competitiveness.

If you have thoughts or experience, you'd like us to share with the OCC on future legal or regulatory issues, we welcome your input. Let’s work together to make Sarnia-Lambton a better place to do business.

Read the Full Submission Here

Outstanding Business
Achievement Awards

Nominations Now Opened!!

Celebrate the best in Sarnia-Lambton by nominating your favourite business or local leader for the Outstanding Business Achievement Awards! With 12 categories—from innovation to community impact—there's a place for every success story.
Thank you to our title sponsor Libro Credit Union, our entertainment sponsor Hughes Intelligence and all our trophy sponsors for making this an extra special celebration!

Gala Tickets On Sale NOW for the SELL-OUT Event!  
Join us October 24 at Four Points by Sheraton for an unforgettable evening of recognition, connection, and celebration. This event sells out fast—get your tickets early and bring your team!

👉GET YOUR TICKETS HERE BEFORE THEY'RE GONE!

Nominate Your Favourite Business or Individual Here!

Thank you to this fantastic Chamber Champion for supporting Sarnia Lambton!  

We will be sorry to see these two rock-stars leave!

We've been incredibly lucky to have Akina Nguyen and Ashley Blackburn as our summer students this year. Their professionalism, work ethic, and positive energy have made a big impact — and it's hard to believe how quickly the weeks have flown by!

We can’t thank them enough for all their hard work and support. They’ve been an absolute joy to work with, and we know they’ll go on to do amazing things. Any organization would be lucky to have them! Wishing you both all the best in what comes next!

Ready to Innovate, Collaborate, and Elevate?

Join us for the Sarnia Lambton Chamber’s Business Summit, presented in partnership with BDC, on July 10 at the Four Points by Sheraton!

Hear exclusive insights from Minister Lisa Thompson, MP Gladu, MPP Bailey and BDC's top economic experts

Dynamic panel discussions with Lambton's key industry leaders.

Panel Discussions Include:

Beyond the Horizon: Navigating What's Next
– Market Trends & Insights with BDC, Libro Credit Union, County of Lambton, and CREA

Resilient by Design
– Exploring Global Opportunities with EDC, Toolrite, and Kel-Gor

What’s Happening in Our Backyard
– Energy & Sustainability with Imperial Sarnia Site, Enbridge, NOVA, and Atura Power

Power networking
Refreshments & lunch provided
Wrap up with our Networking Reception, sponsored by the Sarnia-Lambton Association of REALTORS®

Whether you’re a business leader, entrepreneur, or emerging professional—this is your must-attend event.

Register now and be part of the conversation shaping our region’s future!

Register Today For This Must Attend Event

Join us for our July Lunch & Learn, proudly sponsored by Mainstreet Credit Union,

Cybercriminals are no longer just targeting big corporations — small and medium-sized businesses are increasingly in their sights. If you’re concerned about protecting your business from ransomware attacks, don’t miss our upcoming Lunch & Learn: Cybersecurity for Small Businesses.

Learn how to stay ahead of evolving threats and safeguard your operations.

Here’s what you’ll discover:
✅ How ransomware attacks happen
✅ What they could cost your business
✅ Current and emerging cybercrime trends
✅ Practical steps to prevent, detect, and respond

Don’t wait until it’s too late. Join us and take control of your business’s cybersecurity.

Register today!

Are you a young professional, entrepreneur, or employee under 40 in Sarnia-Lambton? Looking to expand your network and build meaningful connections with like-minded individuals? Look no further!

Join us on July 8th at Black Gold Brewery in Petrolia for an evening of networking, fun, and opportunities to grow your professional circle.

We look forward to seeing you there!  Makes so new and lasting connections!

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