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What Was He Thinking?

In 2005, Jack Layton led changes in the federal budget including replacing reductions in corporate taxes with investment in infrastructure, housing and transit. Why did he do it? Why not ask him yourself. At our November 6 Luncheon with Jack Layton, hear his views on jobs, health care and education. Mr. Layton will take your questions so ask him about issues that are important to your business. Click here for details.

Communications Archive

The Chamber office often receives phone calls asking about the contents of previous REVIEW magazines, eNews, Impact on Business and other communications pieces. In response to these requests, we have created an online Communications Archive. And, if you were considering advertising in any of these media, keep in mind that your ad now has a much longer 'shelf life' since it will be accessed online for months after the original issue.

Where Will the Looney Land?

A survey of business leaders predicts the looney will stabilize at 96 cents US but the optimum level is 87 cents. This same group agrees that the Bank of Canada should not increase interests rates and that Canada should not adopt the US currency as its own. Click here for full survey results.

Provincial Candidates Meeting

The provincial election is coming up on October 10. In order to help you make an informed voting decision The Chamber will be hosting a Provincial Candidates Meeting on October 3. Chamber Candidate meetings take the form of facilitated question and answer session. This event if FREE to members but you must register in advance.

Is Your Business Listing Information Correct?

The company information that appears in the Chamber's printed and online directories is supplied by you, our members. Please examine your company information carefully since this is what appears in the printed Buyer's Guide and Business Directory and the Online Directory. To view and edit this information go to our online company database editor. If you have any questions, please call Kathryn at 905-639-0174 ext 7211.

Golf After 5

Come out swinging. The August 7 Golf After 5 is sponsored by the Canadian Academy of Building Sciences. Remember, call Tyandaga Golf Course today (905-336-0005) to book your tee time. Chamber President Keith Hoey will be looking for someone to round out his foursome.

Chamber Office Closure

The Chamber office will be close Monday August 6 for the Civic Holiday. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Community Events

Museums of Burlington presents the Joseph Brant Day Festival on August 6, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Come to La Salle Park for a 19 piece swing band, award winning Ojibway storyteller Aaron Bell, the Kanuck Kloggers and much more. Admission is free. Visit the Museums of Burlington website for details.