Latest Issues

THE RULES AROUND WASTE DIVERSION ARE CHANGING. WHAT BUSINESS NEEDS TO KNOW.

What is the Waste Reduction Act? The Waste Reduction Act is a proposed framework for the Province of Ontario’s plan to increase waste diversion and to re-vamp the current waste diversion system, which is broadly seen as ineffective and inefficient. The corresponding Waste Reduction Strategy is a blueprint for consultation, implementation, and next steps for…

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New Student Initiative

The chamber is actively involved in a new student initiative that will provide an opportunity to work together and promote your business amongst students in our community. This is a partnership with the three post-secondary institutions. They are developing an incentive program featuring local businesses with the aim to increase student engagement and overall city…

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Latest Issues

Canadian Chamber issues report entitled The U.S. Economy—Poised to Shift Into Higher Gear

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce recently issued a report entitled The U.S. Economy—Poised to Shift Into Higher Gear. While the U.S. economic recovery remains slow four years after the recession ended, some of the headwinds that have held back the economic recovery—low consumer confidence, a weak job market, a severely depressed housing market and tight…

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