Advocacy
Toronto Star: Opinion | It’s the $1 trillion economy, stupid: How Canadian business can stickhandle the looming Trump tariff reality
Toronto Star: Opinion | It’s the $1 trillion economy, stupid: How Canadian business can stickhandle the looming Trump tariff reality Canada and the United States have a compelling interest in maintaining free trade, as both nations stand to gain from renewing the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) when it comes up for review in 2026. Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian…
Read MoreCanadian Chamber Statement Regarding Justin Trudeau’s Resignation Announcement
Canadian Chamber Statement Regarding Justin Trudeau’s Resignation Announcement Canadian Chamber of Commerce: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau read the room and made the right call by stepping down today. Canadian Chamber of Commerce – January 6, 2025 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau read the room and made the right call by announcing his resignation today. His resignation…
Read MoreOntario Chamber Calls for New Economic Vision Following PM’s Resignation
Ontario Chamber Calls for New Economic Vision Following PM’s Resignation Ontario Chamber Calls for New Economic Vision Following PM’s Resignation Canadian Chamber Statement Regarding Justin Trudeau’s Resignation Announcement (TORONTO – January 6, 2024) – The Ontario Chamber of Commerce’s President and CEO, Daniel Tisch, released a statement following Prime Minister Trudeau’s resignation today as leader of…
Read MoreAttention Businesses: GST/HST Holiday Tax Break
Attention Businesses: GST/HST Holiday Tax Break The Government of Canada announced on November 21, 2024, a temporary GST/HST Holiday Tax Break on specific items, effective December 14, 2024, to February 15, 2025. This initiative is designed to provide Canadians with financial relief during the holiday season. However, the timing and scope of this measure may…
Read MoreCanadian Chamber of Commerce: Trump’s 25% Tariff Threat
Canadian Chamber of Commerce: Trump’s 25% Tariff Threat The Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab (BDL) has released alarming new figures on the economic fallout of the 25% tariff on U.S. imports proposed by President-elect Donald Trump. New Analysis Reveals Severe Economic Fallout for Both Canada and the U.S. November 28, 2024 – Canadian…
Read MoreBarrie Chamber Responds to Lakehead University’s Expansion
Barrie Chamber Responds to Lakehead University’s Expansion Press Release For Immediate Release Barrie Chamber of Commerce Responds to Lakehead University’s Expansion: A Catalyst for Economic and Social Growth [BARRIE, ON – Nov. 22, 2024] The Barrie Chamber of Commerce enthusiastically welcomes the announcement by Mayor Alex Nuttall and the City of Barrie regarding Lakehead University’s…
Read MoreGovernment of Ontario’s 2024 Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review; OCC Response
Government of Ontario’s 2024 Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review; OCC Response 2024 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review: Building Ontario for You The 2024 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review: Building Ontario for You outlines how the government is continuing to take a fiscally responsible approach by investing in the economy and building the critical infrastructure our…
Read MoreOntario Economic Report (OER) Survey 2025
Ontario Economic Report (OER) Survey 2025 Make an impact, complete the survey now! Help shape the future of local business by sharing your insights! Click the link to complete the survey and make a real impact in just a few minutes. Click Here Your feedback ensures our voices are heard. This survey is vital for…
Read MoreNational Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation [Monday, September 30, 2024] National Truth and Reconciliation Day is a time for us to consider the importance of coming together with Indigenous Peoples and recognizing the truths of our history together as a community. Not only of the horrors of the residential school system, but of the continued…
Read MoreEmpower Simcoe 2024 AGM; Paul Markle Keynote
Empower Simcoe 2024 AGM; Paul Markle Keynote [September 11, 2024 – Barrie, ON] Executive Director, Paul Markle had the privilege of delivering the keynote address at the Annual General Meeting of Empower Simcoe. In his address, Paul highlighted the importance of the collaboration between the Barrie Chamber of Commerce, Empower Simcoe and business leaders within…
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