FEDERAL FINANCE MINISTER JIM FLAHERTY ADDRESSES CHAMBER MEMBERS

 

On October 12, 2007, ,the Chamber hosted a large crowd of Burlington business leaders at a special luncheon featuring keynote speaker Federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty.  Attendees came from as far as Toronto to hear Mr. Flaherty.

 

In his presentation, the Finance Minister outlined the current state of the Canadian economy, Canada's leadership in natural resources production, the accomplishments of the government over the past 19 months, fiscal balance, upcoming challenges and Canada's long term economic plan (Advantage Canada).  He also discussed infrastructure, public-private partnerships and labour issues.

 

The event provided an excellent opportunity to entertain clients and many stayed well after the speech to make new business contacts.  Click here to read Mr. Flaherty's speech.  The Chamber thanks Mike Wallace, Burlington MP for helping to make this special event possible.