Written by
Robin Cooke
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November 14, 2024
What's New This Week - November 14, 2024
On September 24, 2024, the Governments of Canada and Ontario announced an investment of $1.5 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership to help members of underrepresented groups start and grow businesses in the agri-food sector.
Through the Agricultural Workforce Equity and Diversity Initiative, funding will be provided to organizations, research bodies, municipalities or Indigenous governments or communities to support projects that help to address barriers for new business ventures in the agri-food industry led by members of underrepresented groups including Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQI+ people, visual minorities, persons with disabilities, youth, women or members of French linguistic minority communities.
Successful projects that support access to equipment, spaces to grow or process agri-food products or resources to help with financing are eligible to receive 70 per cent of eligible costs in cost-share funding, up to a maximum of $100,000 per project. Applications demonstrating financial need may be eligible for a higher level of cost-share funding.
The intake for the Agricultural Workforce Equity and Diversity Initiative opened on October 8, 2024, and closes on December 3, 2024, at 11:59 pm.
Ontario Calls on Bank of Canada to Cut Interest Rates to Protect Jobs
Province remains focused on rebuilding economy, strengthening economic ties with U.S.
November 08, 2024
Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, issued the following statement on today’s monthly employment release by Statistics Canada.
“Amid uncertain global economic conditions, our government continues to call on the Bank of Canada to keep cutting interest rates to protect jobs. While Ontario has seen nearly 200,000 jobs created this year alone, last month’s job numbers demonstrate that our ongoing economic recovery is fragile and that Ontario workers are counting on the Bank of Canada to lower rates to support job creation.
Join us at the Chamber’s Women in Business Event this November at the Sarnia Golf & Curling Club!
Celebrate Lambton's inspiring women in business and hear from featured speaker Amy Spadafora, owner of UE Inc. Connect with peers, gain insights, and be inspired by Amy's journey and achievements.
Don't miss this opportunity to honor the remarkable women shaping Sarnia-Lambton’s future!
The City of Sarnia has released the second draft of its new comprehensive Zoning By-law, which is currently available for public review on the project page under the 'Documents' section.
Additionally, the Sarnia City Council will hold a statutory Public Meeting on Monday, December 16, 2024, at 1:00 PM to discuss the proposed zoning by-law.
For further information regarding the new Zoning By-law and details about the upcoming public meeting, please visit the project page at https://www.speakupsarnia.ca/zoning.
Throughout the year, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) hosts a number of events and conferences that raise awareness and provide both educational and networking opportunities. Whether it's an in-person event, a webinar or virtual conference to our Regional Health & Safety Conference Series, Breakfast Briefings and more; WSPS provides a forum of knowledge sharing for all your learning and professional development needs.
Hey Chamber Members! Kick off your weekend at the new Friday Mixers at Imperial City Brew House! Join us every Friday from 4 PM to 6 PM for a laid-back evening of great brews, good company, and networking. Bring a friend and raise a glass to the end of the week!
Hope to see you there!
Congratulations and Welcome To our
Newest Member
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Young Professionals Holiday Bash!
Join us at the Dante Club on December 3rd to celebrate the season with Sarnia’s vibrant young professionals! Enjoy an evening of networking, festive fun, and holiday cheer. Don’t miss out on the perfect way to kick off the holidays—bring your friends and colleagues!
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Congratulations Grind kitchen + bar on 10 Years in Business!
Looking forward to doing business for the next 10 Years together inSarnia Lambton!
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Interested in learning about the skilled trades? Plan to attend SLWDB’s November 18th skilled trade expo!
This free, all ages, community event will feature over 30 exhibitors showcasing the trades using interactive and hands-on demonstrations.
When: Nov 18th 1:00 pm- 5:00 pm
Where: Degroot’s Nursery’s, 1840 London Line Sarnia.
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