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CEBA Repayment Extension
CEBA Repayment Extension Canada Emergency Business Account: Government extends repayment and partial loan forgiveness deadlines On September 14, 2023, the Prime Minister announced extended deadlines for Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) loan repayments, providing an additional year for term loan repayment, and additional flexibilities for loan holders looking to benefit from partial loan forgiveness of…
Read MorePress Release: 2023 – 2024 Barrie Chamber Executive Team
Press Release: 2023 – 2024 Barrie Chamber Executive Team FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Barrie – August 18, 2023) – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce would like to thank Mayor Alex Nuttall for addressing our Board of Directors and administering the Oath of Office. We’re excited to see what this dynamic team will bring to the Barrie…
Read MoreBLG • AUGUST 2023
BLG • AUGUST 2023 Updates from the Commissioner for Employers Government Announcements Employment and Social Development Canada August 8, 2023 On August 8th the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, launched the Recognized Employer Pilot (formerly the “trusted employer program”). This three-year pilot is intended to streamline the TFW application…
Read MoreProud Members, August 2023
Proud Members, August 2023 Welcome to our Proud Members eBlast. Each month we will celebrate you, our members! You are the heart and soul of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce. Share your success stories, join us in welcoming new members and welcoming back those returning for another year. Thank you all for your investment into…
Read MoreThe Busby Centre; Launches Capital Campaign Press Release
The Busby Centre; Launches Capital Campaign Press Release **FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** The Busby Centre Launches Capital Campaign: Collaborating for a Stronger Community Addressing Homelessness and Strengthening the Community. BARRIE, ON July 24th, 2023 – The Busby Centre is thrilled to unveil its legacy capital campaign, “At the Busby Centre, Everybody is Somebody,” to enhance impactful…
Read MorePress Release: 2023 Barrie Business Award Nominations Now Open
Press Release: 2023 Barrie Business Award Nominations Now Open FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (BARRIE – JULY 12, 2023) – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is honoured to announce the opening of nominations for the 2023 Barrie Business Awards. The nomination process is open to members of the public as well as Barrie Chamber Members, to…
Read MoreProud Members of the Barrie Chamber, June 2023
Proud Members of the Barrie Chamber, June 2023 Join us in celebrating our members! Welcome to our Proud Members eBlast. Each month we will celebrate you, our members! You are the heart and soul of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce. Share your success stories, join us in welcoming new members and welcoming back those returning…
Read MoreAddressing Ontario’s Housing Affordability Crisis Requires All Hands On Deck
Addressing Ontario’s Housing Affordability Crisis Requires All Hands On Deck STATEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 5, 2023 Addressing Ontario’s Housing Affordability Crisis Requires All Hands On Deck Ontario Chamber Brief Highlights Key Recommendations to Meet Ontario’s Current and Future Housing Needs (TORONTO – July 5, 2023) – Housing affordability has become a pressing issue impacting…
Read MorePress Release: New Board Of Directors 2023 / 2024
Press Release: New Board Of Directors 2023 / 2024 From left to right: Bruce MacGillivray, Rob Newman, Amber Bunnett, Leah Smith-Size, Barbara White, Sandy Tuckey, Rychard Lardner, Salim Bardai, Sarah Dobson, Stephanie Gourlie, Paul Markle FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Barrie – June 21, 2023) – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce hosted its Annual General Meeting at the…
Read MoreImportant Information From Smart Serve Ontario
Important Information From Smart Serve Ontario Recertification 5-Year Requirement AGCO Extends Final Recertification Window to August 31st, 2023 Responding to the high demand for last-minute recertifications, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announces a 60-day extension for final recertifications, now concluding on August 31st, 2023. We encourage certificate holders to take advantage of…
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