What's New This Week - August 31, 2023

Written by 

Robin Cooke

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August 31, 2023

What's New This Week - August 31, 2023

You Be The Judge!

Each year the Chamber recognizes a Chamber Member at the Outstanding Business Achievement Awards.  This person is nominated by the public, works with the Chamber, goes above and beyond, and has an impact on the Sarnia Lambton community. It is the only category we ask you to be the judge!  

Find out more about each of these fantastic Chamber Members and cast your vote before September 15th.Read More Here and Cast Your Vote Here

Ontario Holding Landowners Accountable to Commitments to Build Homes

Province starting process to return Ajax site to Greenbelt while reinforcing expectations to other landowners and home builders

August 30, 2023

The Ontario government has begun the process of returning 765 and 775 Kingston Road East in Ajax to the Greenbelt, following the property owner’s decision to list these lands for sale in recent weeks, including listing some of the lands to be used for a business park rather than homes. At no time was the intention to sell or change the ownership structure disclosed to the government’s Office of the Provincial Land and Development Facilitator despite active and ongoing discussions. This lack of transparency raises serious concerns about the owner’s ability to meet the government’s expectation that homes be built in a timely manner, including the need to show meaningful progress before the end of year.

Read More Here

We have a few spots left for the Chamber's Golf Tournament.  Here's your chance enjoy an executive lunch, play the private Sarnia Golf & Curling Club course, you'll have 3 hole-in-one chances, win some prizes, and a cocktail party with live entertainment.  The tournament is open to everyone so register before September 1 at 12pm!

Register Today!

Don't miss all the cultural events downtown tomorrow on First Friday.  Make sure you stop by these fantastic Chamber Members:

  • 50% Off at the Rebound Store open to 9pm
  • Pop up shops at Coldwell Banker between 4:30pm - 8:30pm
  • Learn about photography with the Sarnia Photographic Club at the Sarnia Library
  • Wheelhouse is at Collide from 7:00pm to 10:30 followed by a DJ til 2pm
  • Music by DJ Sincerely and Art display by Brandy Gaskin at Refined Fool
  • River Bank & Co has new paintings by Adelle Taylor & Natasha Lehman and so much more from 5pm to 8pm

Find Out What's Happening Here!

The Chamber is thrilled to partner with TMRRW INC, to bring you this amazing opportunity!  

Learn the Rocket F.U.E.L Formula for creating offers that your prospects can't refuse!

Are you ready to propel your business to new heights? Join us for an immersive and game-changing workshop where we unveil our signature Rocket F.U.E.L Formula for Offer Creation, designed to skyrocket your business growth.

  • Learn the psychology behind some of the greatest offer case studies of all time
  • Learn our signature Rocket FUEL framework for creating undeniable offers for your business
  • Escape tunnel vision and have new epiphanies about how you can position your business

Work with your peers and our workshop coaches to produce tangible outcomes from our 1 day workshop.

Ticket Cost: $20 (For Lunch)

Eligibility:

  • Service Based SMB Owners/Marketing & Sales Professionals
  • Has sold services before and has a sound idea of who their customer persona is
  • (Not you? Don't worry! We'll have more events in the future.)

Limited Registration Available

Whether you're looking to enhance your professional skills, stay updated with the latest trends, or simply broaden your knowledge, these events are for you. Our speakers for the next Lunch & Learn will be Frameworks Media's Tana Manchester and Corey Leckie!  
The Power of Scripted Commercial Videos
Uncover the art of storytelling as we dissect how a well-crafted script acts as the cornerstone of a successful commercial video, weaving together a cohesive message that resonates with viewers.
Thank you to our 2023 Sponsor Mainstreet Credit Union for helping make this year's Lunch & Learn a possibility.
Register before September 7th.

Register Today

Join us on September 12th at 6:30pm at Hungry Head for a fun night of networking and learning opportunities! Join the discussion on Bridging Newcomers with a mix of theme experts who you will have the opportunity to connect with and ask questions. Register today for this great networking event and get connected and share ideas with other young professionals in our community!

Register Today

More Info Here

This week we are celebrating some more of our Outstanding Business Achievement Awards Nominees...

Small Business of the Year  

Congratulations to our Nominees!
 

Now is the time to get your tickets for the Gala Evening and celebrate the best in Sarnia Lambton Business with your family and friends!   Book your table or call Robin for more information.  

Purchase Your Tickets Today!

Paid Marketing Bundles

Contact the Team Today!

St Clair Dry Cleaners is a very well established business, located at 818 Colborne Road in Sarnia Ontario.  We have been located here for over 60 years.
Owners have had this business for 20 years themselves, and are now looking to retire.
Included in the sale is all equipment a list of which can be supplied. And all goodwill including contracts that service the Sarnia area.

Asking price will be $130,000. Financials are available for interested persons.  For further information please contact  Lorne or Teresa Muhlig  @ 519-331-8131 or email us at   lmuhlig@cogeco.ca.

Are looking for prime office space?  Suites available ranging from single offices to large office suites.  Contact the Research Park for additional information kalbion@sarnialambtonresearchpark.caFor More informationWhy Join The Chamber?

Membership Has Its Advantages


Contact us today and start growing your business!

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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.