Written by
Robin Cooke
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August 11, 2022
Now is the time to nominate your favourite individual, entrepreneur or business to show your appreciation! There are 12 award categories this year:
Agri-Business Category Young Professional Category
Cool Place to Work Category Inclusivity Category
Innovation Category Entrepreneur of the Year
Business of the Year Member of the Year
Non-Profit Organization of the Year
Customer Service - Individual Category
Customer Service - Business Category
Health, Safety and Environmental Leadership
Help us recognize and celebrate the best in Sarnia Lambton business! Contact info@slchamber.ca with any questions regarding nominations.
Nomination Your Favourite Individual, Business or Entrepreneur Here Before 12pm!!
We are excited to announce that we have an addition to the Chamber of Commerce Team! Samantha Saucier has joined the team as our Business Development & Membership Coordinator and will be out and about visiting our Chamber Members. If you have any questions regarding your membership or how to become a Chamber Member, do not hesitate to contact Samantha!
Planning is underway for the 4th Annual CB Homes for Dogs Project. For 2022 we are presenting “Dog Festival” by partnering with The Fox & Hound Canine Retreat! This will be Dog Festivals 3rd event in support of the Sarnia & District Humane Society, and we expect upward to 3,000 pet-owners and their dogs. This exciting event will feature dock diving competitions, lure coursing, off leash areas, performances by the Woof Jocks – an all-star dog performance and many local dog & per vendor booths. In addition, we will have food, beverages and so much more! All proceeds raised will support the Sarnia & District Humane Society with their efforts to rescue dogs from the Northern Territories. The event will take place at Fox & Hound Canine Retreat on Saturday August 20, 2022, from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
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LAMBTON COUNTY, ON: The Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership along with leading community members from the Town of Petrolia and the Town of Forest have gathered into two committees to explore the challenges and opportunities for their unique downtowns. This project aims to strengthen the entrepreneurship ecosystem to attract businesses to the downtowns as well as to help existing local businesses thrive. This also involves creating enjoyable public streets and spaces, and as a result providing employment and living opportunities. These beginning phases will consist of updating the community’s business inventories, conducting surveys of the residents, business owners, and customers of the downtown, and hosting community engagement events.
The Speakers Series profiles successful women who speak candidly about their careers and the challenges and triumphs in their personal journey towards successful leadership.
Join Famous 5 Sarnia Lambton at the Sunbridge Hotel and Conference Centre on Thursday September 29th to hear Carrie McEachran; wife, mother, CEO, writer, and advocate share her story!
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) welcomes the return of the Legislature and looks forward to working with Premier Ford, his new cabinet, and all parties to champion the province’s competitiveness, productivity, and growth. To put its members’ concerns’ front and centre as the Legislature returns, the OCC today released its Blueprint to Bolster Ontario’s Prosperity, which provides a letter to each provincial cabinet minister outlining key policy priorities.
“The past few years have been characterized by tremendous uncertainty: a prolonged pandemic, record-high inflation, supply chain disruptions, labour shortages, and geopolitical turmoil. If we want our economy and people to emerge stronger amid so much uncertainty, Ontario must focus on creating the right conditions to support competitiveness, productivity, and growth,” said Rocco Rossi, President and CEO, Ontario Chamber of Commerce. “We are providing all Ministers with a blueprint for steps that can be taken to ensure we are bolstering Ontario’s prosperity – we look forward to continued collaboration with the Government of Ontario and all parties over the next four years.”
To build a more prosperous economy, the Ontario Government must take strategic actions to:
The OCC’s blueprint letters includes both policy asks where immediate action is required to support business and foundational recommendations for long-term growth and were informed by OCC’s diverse membership.
The Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce Green Committee is seeking committee members
Green Committee Objectives:
If you are interested in becoming involved in the Green Committee or would like more information, please contact Samantha Saucier at ssaucier@slchamber.ca
SLWDB is currently running a survey to help determine what attracts newcomers to employment in agriculture.
The survey can be completed by any immigrant or newcomer to Canada. It will take approximately 3 minutes to complete.
The results of the survey will be shared as a presentation and final report for local stakeholders and interested parties and will be available on the SLWDB website.
This program offers intensive support and training for youth aged 15-29, who are currently not employed and not returning to school in the fall.
To make a referral, please fill out an online referral form.
H.E. Passingham Insurance Brokers LTD is a family owned and operated business, located in Brights Grove. They have been serving the community since 1954.
When it comes to finding the right insurance company to protect your Home, Car, Business, Life and other insurance products they are one tough customer. They share your high standards, they work to select an insurance company that meets your coverage, and service expectations. Your name comes first, policy number second. They will help their clients to ensure that their assets are protected.
Contact them today to see how they can help supply your insurance needs.
Visit their website today!Why Join The Chamber?
Join the people who get things done. We are the hub for business communication and collaboration. Your membership provides you with a connection to local businesses, events, seminars, and member exclusive deals. We invite you to enjoy all that we have to offer.