Harassment Policy - Is Your's In Place? It's The Law
as of June 15, 2010
Do you employ more than 4 people?
If yes, this law affects you!!!!!
Make sure you have your Workplace Violence and Harassment Policy in place
because
The Government assumes that you are guilty until you can pr... more
"It's in the bag!" Buy Local First Proudally Introduces
"It's in the bag!"
Huron Local First is multi-faceted and aims to (a) gain market share for business and service providers in Huron County, (b) help consumers save on products and services... more
Oops Correction Just a small correction. We announced last week a new member but usedthe wrong name of their business.
We would like to welcome
D.E. Gavin Enterprises
Doug Gavin
519 524 2574
81351 Mill Rd Goderich ON
N7A 3Y2... more
Ontario Chamber Workplace Violence and Harassment Tool Kit Workplace Violence & Harassment Requirements Take Effect June 15: “Tool Kit” for Employers
The Ontario government has released a "HOW TO” TOOL KIT, which is a template guide to help businesses comply with new requirements rel... more
We Are Growing Again We Are Growing Again
We are pleased to welcome our newest members.
Jim's Welding Repair
Between The Pipes
First Choice Metal Fab Inc.
Jim Verwer
Steve Phillips
Duane Kalbfleisch
519-349-... more
Congratulations to Habitat to Humanity Congratulations! The "Show Us Your Goodness" judges and riceworks have announced the winners of our popular online contest. With over 2,500 passionate and deserving submissions, it was a challenging but rewarding experience. The judges thank all thos... more
Tell Us Where to Go in 5 Minutes or Less! Introducing our Brand New Monthly 5 Minute Survey!
We care about your opinion - Tell us what you Think!
Click here to take the Survey
... more
Our Newest Future Accountant! Congratulations!
To Ryan Shelton and Candice McIvor on the arrival of their first tax write off!!!!
Welcome to the world Lily Rebecca Shelton
Nothing like arriving at Daddy's busiest time!... more
ARTISANAL CHEESE INDUSTRY ON THE PLATE IN HURON COUNTY ARTISANAL CHEESE INDUSTRY ON THE PLATE IN HURON COUNTY
April 5th, 2010
Huron County, Ontario can be the world’s next great cheese producing region, that according to Richard Fitoussi, a local culinary expert with a passion for creating new bu... more
More than 5 Employye? Read This! OCC Member bulletin: New Violence in the Workplace Policy Requirements, Business with more than 5 employees
Businesses with more than five employees will need to develop workplace violence and harassment policies as of June 15, 2010 ac... more
Are your kids hooked on Sciience? Are your kids hooked on Science?
Science can be fun!
As a group of educationally focused Huron County residents, we would appreciate your ideas and support for creating an initiative that we will be presenting to Huron County teachers to support t... more
Business & Work in Huron County March issue of Business and Work in Huron County – highlights in this issue include:
Business New and Notes – check out the happenings of local businesses and organizations in the news…page 2
Huron County Advertised Vacan... more
HBDC Puts Federal Stimulus Dollars To Good Use Huron County’s economy is pulling itself out of recession, one business at a time, according to Rick Hundey, President of the Huron Business Development Corporation. Last fall, the HBDC was asked to participate in the Government of Canada&rsquo... more
Promoting Education and Science Fairs in Huron County SUPPORTING HURON COUNTY’S STUDENTS
As a group of educationally focused Huron County residents, we would appreciate your ideas and support for creating an initiative that we will be presenting to Huron County teachers to support the promotion o... more
Workplace Violence & Harassment Information Everyone should be able to work without fear of violence or harassment in the workplace. That’s why Ontario passed legislation to strengthen protection for workers from workplace violence and to address workplace harassment. The new amend... more
St John Ambulance Is Moving I have some very exciting news to share with you. We are moving to a larger, cleaner and more accessible building for your training comfort.
!!!MOVING!!!
Please note that as of April 1st, 2010
St John Ambulance Central Huro... more
Automated Recycling Collection If you are a member of a service club or a church, government service or business member in this community please remember you need to call this number to renew or join recycling collection in the Town 1-800-265-9799 ext 221 or email: info@bra.org
&... more
3rd Edition of the Buy Local Buy Fresh Map ANNOUNCING: The 3rd Edition of the “Huron Perth Buy Local, Buy Fresh” Map
The 2009 “Huron Perth Buy Local, Buy Fresh (BLBF)” map was a great success; the 50,000 maps have been almost all distributed and it is time to reprint.... more
Minimum Wage Bulletin As you know, the minimum wage is going up to $10.25 on March 31, 2010.
Attached is a member bulletin on this topic.
Click Here For Bulletin... more
Have You Enhanced Your Listing Yet? FREE MARKETING OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU!! YOU as a Member of the Goderich & District Chamber of Commerce now have the ability to update your business listing on the Chamber website. In order to use this feature you must contact the Chamber... more
Know Of A New Business In Town? We are asking for a little help in order to make the 2010 Business Directory as complete as possible!
If you know of a new business in Goderich please contact us, or have them contact us, so we can make sure they are included in this year's&nbs... more
Business Directory Deadline IMPORTANT DEADLINE! FEBRUARY 28/10
The deadline for the 2010 Business Directory is getting closer.
We need your write-up!
Please send us a copy of the write-up you would like included in the directory or review your ad or wr... more
Job Connect Job Connect could help you find individuals in the community looking for employment opportunities. If you are interested in finding out more about Job Connect and how it could benefit your business click the link below.
Professional staff trained in... more
Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship The Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship is for the 2011-12 academic year. A successful candidate from our Rotary District 6330 will receive US$26,000 for one academic year of study in another country. Please kindly refer to rules of eligibil... more
Huron Business Development Corporation needs your help. Huron Business Development Corporation needs your help.
Attached are two letters to mail or email. All you have to do is add your name and business name at the bottom of the letter.
HBDC helps all business including the Chamber of Comme... more
Judy At The Olympics As many of you are already aware, Judy will be gone for the month of February.
She and her husband Ken will be having an exciting time volunteering at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games!
She can be heard every morning for an update on 104.9 The Beach.... more
Show Your Olympic Spirit!
Catch The Olympic Spirit!
Visit the following businesses and participate in their Olympic Events
104.9 The Beach - Show up at The Beach wearing red & sing the first verse of O Canada to get your sticker.
Anstett Jewellers &nb... more
Here We Grow AGAIN!! Please welcome our Chamber Board in welcoming our newest members.
A.I.M.
Ron Allin
Located on Shore Cres, 519-524-3157
Anstett Jewellers
Judy Mohring
Located on The Square, 519-524-4195
Chuck Hall
Green T... more
Canada Summer Jobs Program GODERICH, ONT - The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, announced the launch of Canada Summer Jobs 2010, which supports work experiences for students and helps provide important community services.
Canada S... more
Truck Driver/Trailer Maintenance Person Wanted The Four County Labour Market Planning Board is pleased to forward a copy of a Request for Proposal document for a Truck Driver/Trailer Maintenance person.
Please find details in the document attached.... more
Information Sessions For Seniors Lake Huron Learning Collaborative wants to hear from you
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SHARING YOUR PASSION with your peers? WOULD LEARNING NEW HOBBIES, TECHNOLOGY, PLACES TO TRAVEL OR HEALTH RELATED ISSUES interest you? We are looking for people who wo... more
Winter Vehicle Care Tips Now that the snow is finally here, you can find some great tips for your vehicle on the link below.
Winter Tips
... more
New Member 2 Member Savings
The Member 2 Member program is up and running!
We have been receiving a lot of positive feedback already.
Businesses have been offering great discounts and savings through this program, with more joining everyday.
Don't forget to check o... more
Business and Work in Huron County This is the last issue of Business and Work in Huron County for 2009.
Hightlights include:
Huron Economic Development Matters drawing to a close…Page 2
Quest for New Farm Value 2-Day workshop happening in Clinton…Page 8
Fundrais... more
Introducing the Member 2 Member Program
Introducing Our Member 2 Member Program
As you may have noticed this week, Judy has been around to some of the businesses delivering Membership Renewals, or you may have received yours in the mail.
Included with your renewals were the new&... more
Christmas Greeting On behalf of the board of the Chamber of Commerce
We want to wish each of you a safe and happy Holiday Season
Merry Christmas and Happy Prosperous New Year!Holiday Office Hours - ... more
The CEO is in Jail Some people would think this is the best place for the CEO of the Chamber but Judy did get sprung from jail with the help of her legal council - Thanks Norm!Congratulations to Crimestoppers for reaching their target.... more
Still looking for info on H1N1? If you are still looking for information about the flu here is a good site with lots of information http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/alert-alerte/h1n1/index-eng.php... more
Christmas Events for You and Your Staff To All Chamber Members:
Planning a Christmas Party?
Looking for entertainment for Your Christmas Party?
Looking for Something Special to Give to Staff or Customers?
Here Are Some Excellent Suggestions From Fellow Chamber Members!Benmiller Inn... more
Inventor/Author Receives Google Award Local Inventor and Author, L. Michael Roberts, has been awarded an Honourable Mention from Google for his Knol article "How Magnetic Induction Lamps Work".
A message from Murry Shohat, a marketing consultant at Shohat & Kahn and Google Knol consulta... more
In the 'Spirit of Giving'… The Goderich Co-op Gallery would like to offer its space - at NO CHARGE - to groups and businesses who are looking for an inviting setting for a Holiday Social event. While we are not a 'party' spot, our display gallery presents a fine setting for st... more
Congratulations to CWT Ellison Travel & Tours For the second time in the past four years, the prestigious award of "Carlson Wagonlit Canadian Office of the Year" has been bestowed upon CWT Ellison Travel & Tours in Goderich & Exeter.
The award recognizes leadership in the Canadian Travel Indu... more
Congratulations! Grand Prize - Tickets To Gitomer ($200)
Brian Jeffray of Goderich (who is planning on taking his wife Bev!)... more
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presented by Microsoft® Canada's Can>Win... more
Here We Grow Again Congratulations to Brian Lowe who was a casualty from Volvo but not for very long and is our newest member at the Chamber.Brian can now be found at:
Brian Lowe
Vice President, Client ServicesMarketing Strategies & Solutions433 William Street London... more
Business and Work in Huron County Please find attached the latest edition of Business and Work in Huron County. Highlights in this issue include:
Check out the unemployment rate for the Huron-Perth-Grey-Bruce area…Page 2
"Your Business Property and Drinking Water So... more
MVFH TEAM LINK NOW WORKS The Chamber Office apologizes for missing the most important item in this article - THE WEBSITEThe Maitland Valley Family Health Team (MVFHT) is pleased to announce the launching of their new website. The site includes information about the MVFHT hea... more
A New Website For Goderich Goderich is launching a new websiteSeptember 11--------------------------------------www.goderich.ca... more
Let's make E.I. benefits both Fair & Affordable Canada's Employment Insurance Program Must Be Both Fair and Affordable
by Judy Crawford
Over the summer, the Goderich & District Chamber of Commerce has been working with our counterparts across Canada to speak to policymakers about making... more
Be a part of the Copyright Consultations Copyright Consultations
Chambers are invited to add their comment to consultations on copyright reform.
We have crafted both a template letter and submission for your (and your members') use.
A letter to Minister of Industry Tony Cle... more
Casablanca Ballroom & Dance Studio opens in their new location Your patience this summer has been rewarded as we are now in our wonderful new location! It is with great pleasure that I introduce the new Casablanca Ballroom & Dance Studio Inc. located at 33 est Street, Goderich.
Come... more
Blyth Festival's 2009 Young Company Performs House Hold
Will Good Government be the order of the day?
Blyth Festival's 2009 Young Company premiere's HOUSE HOLD
The Blyth Festival Young Company gives teenagers aged 13 – 19 the chance to create a play over 5 weeks. During the summer, the te... more
OMAFRA Connects Your link to Ontario Agriculture HURON & AREA
Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
E-BULLETIN September 2009
If you know someone who is interested in receiving this bulletin or if this has been forwarded to you and you would like to receive a copy... more
Congratulations United Communities Credit Union! UNITED COMMUNITIES CREDIT UNION CELEBRATES OVER $1 MILLION IN GIVING
On Aug. 27, United Communities Credit Union celebrated over $1 million in giving over the past two years and announced an additional $35,000 contribution to help fight hunger in... more
Improve Your Communication Skills This is a course just for you. For owners, managers, supervisors, coordinators in business, service, or volunteer associations who are interested in improving their own communication skills and finding ways to foster good personal relation... more
Beach Banner of the Month Winner! Congratulations to Kody, Jay and Kimfrom Straight to the Point for being the Beach Banner Business of the Month!!... more
Farewell Today is the last work day for our student employee Stephanie Taylor.
Stephanie has been an integral part of the Chamber office this summer.
We wish her all the very best at LambtonCollege in Business Administration.
If she works as hard... more
HAVE YOU ENHANCED YOUR LISTING YET? FREE MARKETING OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU!!YOU as a Member of the Goderich & District Chamber of Commerce now have the ability to update your personal business listing on the Chamber website.In order to use this feature you must contact the Cham... more
Here We Grow AGAIN!! Please join our Chamber board in welcoming our newest members.
Renewed Health Registered Massage TherapyTanya ShepherdLocated on Suncoast Dr., 519-524-4049Sipan Capital IncBrian R. MachanLocated in Blyth, 1-877-575-9793Doug's Snow... more
Important Deadlines This is a reminder for some important deadlines that are coming up. August 28th - Please return the 2010 business directory write-ups by Friday August 28th. You will still be able to make changes to your write-ups and ad, but it will be YOUR RESPON... more
Better Business Seminar Series Better Business Seminar Series The fall session of the Better Business Seminar Series is set to begin on Wednesday, September 2, 2009 with "Selling Non-Stop: Live it and LOVE it!", happening at the Clinton OMAFRA Office (100 Don Street) starting at... more
Business and Work in Huron County BUISNESS AND WORK IN HURON COUNTY:This is the latest edition of Business and Work in Huron County – highlights in this issue include:- Service Canada representatives are now available in Exeter and Seaforth…Page 2 - The Lake Huron-Georg... more
KickStarters™- Family Edition Welcome to KickStarters™- Family Edition - a fun way to inspired conversation, brought to you by Network ISG and redchair™ branding. This edition contains five categories: Family Finance Tips, Family Entertaining Tips, Dinner Table Conv... more
MicroAge Basics makes it simple for you. . . MicroAge Basics makes it simple for you to purchase everything your student needs for back-to-school, but how about your corporate account? Don't worry, we haven't forgotten you! Look at this money-saving deal just for your business. ... more
Limited opportunity to comment on proposed accessibility rules. . . Limited opportunity to comment on proposed accessibility rulesThe provincial government's proposed rules governing how businesses and organizations in Ontario prevent and remove barriers for people with disabilities, in their physical surroundings, a... more
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ! Please contact us with the number of employees whether or not you provide a discount! If you wish to provide a discount just let us know!!
In order to prepare for our Member to Member Discount Program launch date, we need a few pieces... more
CANADA'S ECONOMIC ACTION PLAN August 13, 2009CANADA'S ECONOMIC ACTION PLANHARPER GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES NEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR SOUTHERN ONTARIOFederal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario will open up business opportunities and create jobs for Huron... more
Audition Announcement Audition Announcement for the Goderich Little Theatre Fall Production Betty Byleorski Finds A Homeor Settling the Great Canadian Westwritten and directed by Duncan McGregor Performance Dates - October 22-25/ October 29-November 1The play... more
Looking for a room for a meeting? Looking for a room for a meeting? As a member of the Chamber you can rent the board room that seats 10 comfortably or we have a full training room that will seat up to 40. The training room is available for rental by members in the amoun... more
Canada Small Business Financing Program Lending a hand to your business.Small businesses are an important part of Canada's economy, but they face unique challenges when they look for financing.The Canada Small Business Financing Program helps you with you financing needs. Under the program... more
Celebrate Huron County's Harvest Celebrate Huron County's Harvest: A week long Festival of Flavours and Feasts on Ontario's West Coast! Join renowned and up-and-coming chefs, award-winning cookbook authors and food writers. Savour the best of Huron County's local harve... more
Nuttiness Reigns in The Nuttalls For immediate releaseAugust 7, 2009Contact: Karen Stewart, Dir. Of Mktg & Dev.519-523-9300/877-862-5984, ext 209Photo attached: Gil Garratt & Catherine Fitch. Photo by Terry ManzoNuttiness Reigns in The NuttallsAn Outrageously Fun... more
Connections.. Get Plugged into Your Network Connections ... get plugged into your network August 2009Canadian Chamber AGM goes Green
Delegates to this year's AGM in Victoria can expect this year's meeting to be greener than that of years past. In an effort to be kinder to the environme... more
Congratulations! Congratulations to Stephanie & staff from The Shoe Barn for being the Beach Banner Business of the Month!!... more
Edward Fuels now delivers PROPANE! After 60+ years delivering your energy needs...We now deliver PROPANE!Competiteve pricing and tank rental by volume.Collect Air Miles on our easy payment plans.Just give your local office a call fora FREE quote on fuel or anything else.... more
E-BULLETIN AUGUST 2009 IN THIS MONTH'S BULLETIN… • Coming Events and Dates of Interest – Pages 1 – 5 Area News and Information • Local Fairs – pg 5 • Food Safety & Traceability Initiative Full for 2009 – pg 5 • Appren... more
Business & Work in Huron County Welcome to the latest issue of Business & Work in Huron County. Employment counsellors, business advisors, and adult education teachers have expressed the need for information on the local labour market as a resource for their clients. This newslette... more
ONTARIO SHUTTLE SERVICE CELEBRATES 1ST YEAR IN BUSINESS ONTARIO SHUTTLE SERVICE CELEBRATES 1ST YEAR IN BUSINESSGreetings To All Chamber Members (and their families): On May 1st 2008 Ontario Shuttle Service commenced operations out of Goderich serving the residents of Huron County and beyond. O... more
St John Ambulance Training Schedule Celebrating 125 years in Canada, and 50 years in Huron County!
The source for your first aid training & supply needs
We can design a program to fill your specific needs
Train at our location or yours
Our certificates are nationally & inte... more
Kids' Summer Programs Sallows Gallery has summer kids' programs to stave off boredom. Every Tuesday & Thursday from now till the end of August, point kids complaining of boredom towards the Sallows Gallery, located on the mezzanine level of the Goderich Library. For 6-8... more
Office Space Available Office space available in professional business centre at 54 West Street Goderich - includes use of reception area,board room, consultation, room, kitchen, internet, parking - 8'X12' with window – available August 1.Call 519-524-7772 x 200.... more
Announcing Green Dot Design July 22, 2009
Announcement of New Name and WebsiteEffective immediately, Erin Wilson Graphic Design is now green dot design - same great creative solutions, same great services.After 7 years of building a diverse client base and portfolio, I am no... more
Item for Sale Ammco 9000lb scissor style hoist for sale. New in 2004. Cost new was $17000.00. Will take $4500.00 for it fob Goderich. Reason for selling- creating a new Technicians stall which requires an Overhead style hoist.&... more
Executive Suite for Rent Fabulous executive suite in old North West Goderich on quiet street. Available August 1, 2009. Garden setting. Private patio and entrance. Ample parking. Suitable for student or professional. Wireless Internet. Satellite TV. $700 a month. First and... more
NEW! Velocity Fibre Optic Services from HuronTel NEW! Velocity Fibre Optic Services from HuronTel
HuronTel is pleased to announce that we are now offering Business services delivered over the very latest in cutting edge technology-Fibre Optics. HuronTel customers will now have acc... more
Introducing Our Member To Member (M2M) Discount Program A great way to turn chamber members into lifelong customers! You as a member of The Goderich & District Chamber of Commerce can offer other members and their staff, discounts on products and/or services. We will handle all the promotion!
The M2M B... more
Single Tax Information Webcast about Single Tax Information. Join here today www.directengagement.com... more
Good Luck to Local Talent on Dragons Den We have local talent vying for the prize on the Dragon's Den! We want to wish L Michael Roberts and Paul Safr all the very best! Good luck guys! Judy Judy Crawford, C.E.O.
For Release after 10:00 on 01 June 2009 To: Goderich and District C of C Me... more
This is YOUR AGM - Are You Attending? This Thursday May 28 YOUR Chamber is having its AGM. We are the Voice of Business but we need you to attend this once a year meeting. Each of you joined the Chamber for many different reasons but I am sure the one reason we can all agree on is that w... more
Sponsor Our Golf Tournament Themed Hole Sponsorship $200.00 This sponsorship is a fabulous way to showcase your business or product by dressing up a hole based on a theme related to your business or industry. Creative juices will be required, incase of emergency feel free to re... more
2009 Directory Now Available The lastest edition of the Directory is now available in print.If you would like a copy please contact our office.... more
Chamber Chatter: Spring 2009 Well Spring has sprung with trees and flowers starting to bloom after a long, long, long winter it often inspires you to do the same…bloom and blossom. And that is exactly what has happened at the Goderich and District Chamber of Commerce. We h... more
