Chamber and Community Updates & Events for October 6

Chamber Advocacy & News

I hope you will be able to find an opportunity to share gratitude with friends and family this Thanksgiving weekend - amidst the turmoil that surrounds us. From a business perspective, there was considerable dismay with the decision to close the consultation period for Federal Tax Reforms but I remain hopeful that the voice of small business has been heard with regard to the changes. CBC reported this week that [READ MORE]

Make your voice heard at Queen's Park

Make your voice heard at Queen's Park! Members can share their insights on the state of the Ontario economy, recent government policy, and the impact on business by taking the five-minute survey. The Business Confidence Survey, which attracted considerable media and government attention earlier this year with the launch of our Ontario Economic Report (OER), is in field once again. Make sure to take this short survey so that OUR region is represented.

The Canadian government is proposing sweeping changes to small business taxes. Nobody supports tax evasion or loopholes. But these changes will severely hurt small businesses.

Click below to find out more or sign the petition to urge the Government of Canada to put these changes on hold to avoid hurting small businesses.

The Belleville Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations to

fill vacancies on the Board of Directors

Board positions are open to ALL Chamber members in good standing. If you are interested but require additional information please contact Jill Raycroft, CEO at 613-962-4597 or [email protected]

If you would like to submit a nomination, please complete this form and submit by noon on Monday, October 23rd . Forms can be e-mailed, faxed, dropped off at the Log Cabin or sent through Canada Post.

Save the date for our upcoming Business Mingle happening on

October 25th at Beauty Works Day & Medi Spa as we help celebrate 40 years of business, as well as, their amazing new renovations.

Join us October 25th from 5:00-7:00PM

at Beauty Works 615 Sidney St.

Locally, the Chambers of Commerce have been engaging their membership to share how they expect the Fair Workplaces Act will affect them as small business owners. And as outlined in the provincial reports, their stories are reflected across the province. The impact is expected to have multiple unintended consequences. The deadline for amendments was in August, but the "The Flip Side of Fair" report features testimonials of the impact this will have on the human side of business case.

InQuinte.ca - "Local chambers have more reasons to oppose minimum wage increase"

Quinte Business Week is Coming Soon!

So much to celebrate! So many opportunities! Take advantage of some or all!

Check out this brief video to see what is coming up. To register for any of the events go to bellevillechamber.ca under upcoming events.

There is also the Mayor's Breakfast on Thursday October 19th and the Quinte Business Achievement Awards on Friday October 20th to end out a fantastic week.

Member Discounts & Affinity Programs

Check out all the great money saving opportunities exclusively available to Chamber Members offered by Chamber Members.

The haunt is on! Spooktacular savings up to 30% off select Lenovo devices, accessories and more for Chamber Members. All month long take advantage of these screaming deals, well until they vanish.

Treat yourself, shop now:

Up to 30% off Lenovo Accessories
Up to 25% off Lenovo Mobile PCs and Tablets
Up to 20% off Think Laptops and PCs

Visit: www3.lenovo.com/ca/en/chambers

*These online savings will be matched where possible by local Lenovo distributors & Belleville Chamber members ChoiceCom Networks & Communications Ltd.

and Microage - Belleville*

Member News

"It takes a village to raise a child". Keeping the most vulnerable members of our community safe and well-cared for is a responsibility we all share.

October is Child Abuse Prevention Month in communities across Ontario. The campaign is marked by the purple ribbon. On October 24, 2017 will be dressing in purple for our Go Purple Day! We are encouraging everyone to sport your favourite purple attire, specifically on this day but also throughout the month of October to show your support.

NOSTAGIA & POP CULTURE FESTIVAL

BRINGING THE BEST OF COLLECTIBLES, COMMUNITY & CRAFT BEER!
JOIN US THANKSGIVING WEEKEND FOR A FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT IN BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN BELLEVILLE!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7TH-SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8TH

10AM-5PM

ADMISSION $7 . CHILDREN 12 & UNDER FREE

FULLY LICENSED EVENT LOCAL CRAFT BEER.

Join us on October 12th in front of the Belleville Chamber of Commerce (Log Cabin) between 11:00AM & 2:00PM for the official Ribbon Cutting for Driverseat Bellevile.
Meet the team behind this unique transportation business. They are here to help by offering a broad range of affordable designated driver and chauffeur services to fit any need!

Belleville's newest fitness facility The Fitness Guild, located at 199 Front St. Downtown Belleville is having it's Grand Opening/Open House on Thursday October, 12th. Be sure to stop in and check out this new stat of the art facility and learn about all the amazing programs and classes that they offer. Check out there website below, and stay tuned for more details.

In the mood for a great evening of delicious food, toe-taping music and lots of food conversation? Then join us for the Hastings County Historical Society annual banquet October 28, 2017. Tickets are $65 per person and are available at Pinnacle Music (Belleville) or Bruinix Jewellers (Trenton).

Community Calendar!