What's New This Week - March 21, 2024

Written by 

Robin Cooke

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What's New This Week - March 21, 2024

The Chamber's 2nd Annual State of Lambton Business Breakfast

March 19, 2024

The Chamber was delighted to host the 2nd annual State of Lambton Business Breakfast, sponsored by our community partner Suncor, on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024. This year's event, held at the Wyoming Fairgrounds and hosted by Plympton-Wyoming, featured insightful presentations from First Nation Chiefs and the Mayors, who shared future growth plans focusing on residential housing development, business attraction, and agricultural production.

Ontario Advancing Homegrown Research Through Investments in the Ontario Research Fund and the Early Researcher Awards

The Ontario government is advancing ‘made-in-Ontario’ research and innovation with an investment of over $278 million in 406 research projects through the Ontario Research Fund and the Early Researcher Awards programs.

Ontario Research Fund

From 2022 to 2024, Ontario awarded $271.48 million in funding to 353 research projects across the province through eight different categories of the Ontario Research Fund:

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You're invited by the Chamber and our community partner, The Better Business Bureau of Western Ontario, to an enlightening luncheon with MP Marilyn Gladu. Marilyn will provide updates on Lambton's latest developments and advocacy efforts while you enjoy lunch at the Best Western Guildwood. Don't forget to bring your questions!

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CANADA DIGITAL ADOPTION PROGRAM

Youth Boost helps job seekers build the digital and human skills they need to succeed in the current job market.

Your free account gives you access to learning labs, resources, and courses from Magnet and our partners, all developed to help you understand and build the skills in demand by employers across different industries.

Our goal is to help you strengthen your portfolio of skills and projects so you can demonstrate your readiness and experience to employers. Wherever you are in your career, we can help you level up your skills and connections.

Want to know more? Here is how it works:

  1. Get started today by creating a free Youth Boost account! Youth Boost is here to help you discover and prepare for your next opportunity!
  2. Get growing: Choose from 20 learning labs from Prepr, each with a focus on different in-demand digital and human skills. Instantly access new and featured courses from diverse partners by choosing from our rotating carousel of courses when you sign-in.
  3. Get matched: Add new skills to your profile as you complete learning labs and courses to get matched with relevant job opportunities posted on Magnet.
  4. Get Informed: Learning labs are developed with support and input from employers, industry leaders, and educators. You’ll complete projects based on real challenges, using real skills needed in your industry of choice.
  5. Get Hired: Youth Boost will also connect users to paid placements offered through the Canadian Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) Boost Your Business Technology Grant, funded by the government of Canada. Participants will gain valuable experience implementing and managing technology solutions and strategies.

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The Chamber's Women In Business is an inclusive group welcoming entrepreneurs, employees, business owners, and future Chamber Members to our events. Sponsored by our valued partner, Imperial Sarnia Site, our 2024 series continues with Katherine Scimmi, President and owner of McKenzie & Blundy Funeral Home, speaking on March 28th. Don't miss her inspiring journey and remarkable contributions to our community!

Register Closes Tomorrow at 12pm!

Managing Sick Leaves and the Importance of Appropriate Medical

Date & Time
Mar 21, 2024 02:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Does the idea of an employee requesting medical leave give you an instant headache? Don't let uncertainty lead to operational challenges and legal risks. Join our next webinar on "Managing Sick Leaves and the Importance of Medical Documentation." Industry experts Darcy Michaud and host Brett Rogers will cover everything that you need to know from an employer perspective.

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The Chamber’s Young Professionals Network invites aspiring entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders under 40 to connect and learn in a relaxed atmosphere.

This month, join us at Huron Oakes to meet our social media marketing experts and get your questions answered. Network with peers, exchange ideas, and receive support across various industries. Reach out to discover upcoming events and opportunities to engage with fellow young professionals!

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