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CEBA Loan Repayment
CEBA Loan Repayment Program Repayment Deadlines The forgiveness repayment date has been extended to January 18, 2024 for eligible CEBA loan holders in good standing. Loan holders that did not qualify for the new extended term continue to be required to repay the outstanding amount of their CEBA Loan(s), in full, by December 31, 2023.…
Read MorePress Release: Road Closures, 2023 Santa Claus Parade
Press Release: Road Closures, 2023 Santa Claus Parade PRESS RELEASE: 2023 Barrie Santa Claus Parade Road Closures FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Barrie Chamber of Commerce, November 17, 2023 Update: November 17, 2023 10:45am The Barrie Chamber of Commerce, while partnering with the City of Barrie is pleased to announce the return of the much-anticipated Barrie Santa…
Read MorePress Release: 2023 Barrie Business Awards Winners
Press Release: 2023 Barrie Business Awards Winners FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Barrie, ON – [November 2, 2023] – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the triumphant recipients of the 2023 Barrie Business Awards Gala. This prestigious event celebrated exceptional businesses and individuals who have made significant contributions to the economic and social well-being of…
Read MorePress Release: 2023 Barrie Santa Claus Parade, New Route
Press Release: 2023 Barrie Santa Claus Parade, New Route FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Barrie – October 26 2023) The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to share exciting news is on the horizon! With sections of last year’s route receiving some well earned TLC, it provided us with an opportunity! This year, we’re giving our beloved…
Read MoreMind the Gap: Addressing the Mental Health and Addictions Echo Pandemic
Mind the Gap: Addressing the Mental Health and Addictions Echo Pandemic Small and Medium-Size Businesses Face Outsized Challenges Due to Mental Health “Echo Pandemic” FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Toronto – October 17, 2023) – Ontario’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are facing the negative effects of declining employee and community mental health as a result of…
Read MoreSmall Businesses at the Heart of the Innovation Economy
Small Businesses at the Heart of the Innovation Economy Small Businesses at the Heart of the Innovation Economy NEWS RELEASE (Barrie & Simcoe County – October 16, 2023) – Small businesses have always been the backbone of Ontario’s economy, a driving force behind innovation and economic growth in the province. These resilient enterprises generate new ideas,…
Read MoreOntario Economic Report Fall 2023 Survey
Ontario Economic Report Fall 2023 Survey The Barrie Chamber of Commerce and the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) are looking for your insights on issues that matter to your businesses. How confident are you in Ontario’s economy and your organization’s outlook? What should governments prioritize to drive economic growth? Your participation in our annual Business…
Read MoreIncrease to Ontario’s Minimum Wage Oct. 1st
Increase to Ontario’s Minimum Wage Oct. 1st Ontario Chamber of Commerce Statement: Starting Sunday, October 1, Ontario’s minimum wage will increase from $15.50 to $16.55 per hour. This is a scheduled increase that takes place every October. The Ontario Chamber of Commerce is supportive of scheduled increases so that businesses have time to plan. What businesses…
Read MoreSmall Business, BIG IDEAS
Small Business, BIG IDEAS Small Business Week October 15 to 21, 2023 Small businesses have always been the backbone of Simcoe County community and economy. Against the compounding challenges of the pandemic, these very businesses continue to develop new ideas, create more jobs, and facilitate community resilience. As part of the annual Small Business Week’s…
Read MoreCEBA 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…
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