Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce
50 Dorchester St B1P1C6 Sydney, NS, Canada

It's been a while since we've chatted about Step Up For Local. Help us fill in the blank... This holiday season I am stepping up for local by__________. *Suggestion: Give a shout out to your favourite local business!* ... #StepUpForLocalCB

This Thursday, November 26th, the Chamber will be facilitating the first of three official liberal leadership candidate forums. To help reduce the risk of COVID-19, the forum will now be exclusively viewed in virtual format on the Chamber and the NS Liberal Party Facebook page, as well as on the NS Liberal Party's website. The livestream will begin at 7pm. The winner of the leadership race will become our next Premier of Nova Scotia in early February 2021. The Chamber is looking forward to moderate this important conversation with the three liberal candidates here in Cape Breton.

Digital Adoption Program open until December 1st! Nova Scotia Business Inc.’s (NSBI) Digital Adoption Program is accepting applications online and via the Regional Business Development team until Dec. 1, 2020. The program contributes up to 50 per cent of eligible costs to a maximum of $10,000 CAD. Minimum project cost is $2,000 CAD. New eligibility requirements have been implemented, shifting focus towards exporters. ... More information on application requirements is available here

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN CERS provides relief to qualifying organizations that have seen a drop in revenue due to COVID-19. Apply now to receive a subsidy of up to 65% of eligible commercial rent or property expenses ow.ly/3UlG50CsosB

Applications open for financial support for arts and culture sector The provincial government is providing $2.1 million to help arts and culture organizations, which have been significantly impacted by COVID-19, meet their immediate needs. The COVID-19 Emergency Support Program for Arts and Culture Organizations is a one-time, application-based program to help organizations who either receive Communities, Culture, and Heritage operating funding or who regularly receive proj...ect funding from the department. Criteria for funding will be based on need, and year-over-year financials and projections. Financial assistance will be considered for plans that keep operations going, adapt spaces, and/or generate activity under the current public health guidelines. The application deadline is Dec. 7. Quick Facts: the Government of Canada has offered measures to assist sport and museum sectors, but funding for culture was of limited benefit to many Nova Scotia arts and culture organizations which were not existing clients of Canada Council for the Arts and/or Canadian Heritage during the pandemic, the department has also offered other programs to support arts and culture organizations, including a digital stream through the Creative Industries Fund and a COVID-19 Response Grant through Arts Nova Scotia For information on how to apply

Join us online Wednesday, November 26th for "What Your Business Can Do Now To Drive Sales This Holiday Season." This webinar will be a tactical discussion with local businesses and industry experts about ways you can make the most of this upcoming holiday season. You will leave this webinar with ideas and suggestions to help increase your sales and drive foot traffic into your businesses during this unusual 2020 holiday season. Tune in on the Chamber's Facebook page as we... go LIVE for this webinar. Panelists include: Downtown Sydney - Michelle Wilson Anchored Ideas - Danielle Patterson Black Spoon Bistro & sage_moonboutique - Monica Black Breton Ability Centre & The Best of Cape Breton Gift Shop - David Farmer Not Just Cakes- Sweet Studio - Tara Parsons

Our idea with this platform is to bring people together and have them communicate with each other and then through that we can help them to find interesting things to do, said Richard Lorway, President, Lokol Inc. The experience that users get from our website truly is serendipitous. The website is a place where members of the community can share the news that matters to them while connecting with news that affects our island. By bringing a combination of news, community events, and more together on the website, http://ow.ly/Kbqh50CpfA1 is an outlet for community-centered stories that speak to everyone. Read our latest membership profile on gocapebreton.com here http://www.cbregionalchamber.ca//11/17/lets-go-cape-breton/

Today we say farewell (but not goodbye) to this gal in our office. Megan has been covering a maternity leave since the spring and we will miss the energy she brings to the office! Join us in wishing her the best on her next steps in her professional journey.

Be A Santa To A Senior 2020 is almost here! Since the program began in 2003, there have been over... 65,000 volunteers who helped distribute gifts 2,000,000 gifts provided to deserving seniors... 750,000 seniors whose holiday was brightened You will find the Home Instead Senior Care trees at Downtown Nutrition Sydney River (Sydney River), Cabot Physiotherapy and Massage Therapy Clinic (Glace Bay and Sydney River), Escape Outdoors (North Sydney), and Yellow Dog Studio (North Sydney), freshii (Sydney) and Cape Breton Credit Union (Prince St, Sydney and Reserve St, Glace bay). After Nov 23, stop in, grab a tag off the tree, purchase the desired gift card and chocolates, and return it to the business. Again this year, they will be collecting gift cards to grocery stores and fuel companies that will be distributed in collaboration with the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation.

THREE QUICK QUESTIONS 1 Do you have 1 to 50 employees? 2 Could you and your employees make use of group benefits? 3 Would you like us to connect you with our local advisors for a quick, easy, and FREE quote?... If you answered yes to the questions above, we would love to connect you with our Chambers Plan experts for a FREE quote (whether you're a member or not). With no industry restrictions or minimum company sizes, a yes to these questions means you're a potential member who could benefit from Chambers Plan. We have received a few emails recently about insurance premiums going up and, as a Chamber member, you have access to this member exclusive plan. Email Erica to learn more at [email protected].

WEBINAR | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2 at 1:00 P.M. Financial Wellness and Resiliency in the Age of COVID-19 hosted by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce with Canada Life In this webinar, Hugh Moncrieff, Executive Vice-President, Advisory Network and Industry Affairs for Canada Life, will discuss how COVID-19 has changed the financial services landscape in Canada and how advisors have adapted to help ensure Canadians like you are financially prepared for the future.... Register here http://ow.ly/BEKT50C63R4

It's wonderful to see Christmas Bazaars popping up throughout the community! While scaled back due to COVID restrictions, many organizers are moving forward with their Christmas Bazaars. What a perfect way to #StepUpForLocalCB! Still cautious about venturing out? Well, you don't have to miss out! Deck the Halls is going virtual this year https://www.deckthehallscapebreton.ca/

Change continues to evolve and impact the world of Canadian tax. BDO’s Annual Tax Update will provide you with the tax information you need to stay current. In this two-part webinar series on November 17 and 18, the BDO Tax team will provide you with up-to-date Canadian Tax information and how it will impact your business. This series also provides Continuing Professional Development credits to support your ongoing learning requirements. Session 1 | Tuesday, November 17, 20...20 from 12:00PM - 1:30PM EST Recent changes in the Federal Government's response to COVID-19 and corporate taxes for owner-managed businesses including home office expenses and the wage subsidy program Tax planning for buying or selling a business Family Tax planning Session 2 | Wednesday, November 18, 2020 from 12:00PM - 1:30PM EST Recent changes in: Indirect Tax International Tax Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) U.S. Corporate Tax Register here http://ow.ly/sHvy50C47eH

After an overwhelming response for submissions, the Cape Breton Partnership's Connector Program has chosen six finalists for the Hire Me Cape Breton Pitch Competition that showcases Cape Breton Island’s top talent. Originally intended for five finalists, the high-quality submissions inspired the selection panel to choose six individuals to advance to the final round of the competition. The top six pitches have been chosen by a selection committee of local professionals. Starting November 16th, the contest is now in its final phase and voting is open to the public to choose who will win the top three prizes of $1,000, $300, and $200 respectively. The online voting will close on Monday, November 23rd at 11:59 P.M. ADT. To watch the top six video submissions and cast your vote, visit www.HireMeCapeBreton.com

Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health, announced that improvements are being made to ensure Nova Scotians with symptoms of COVID-19 get tested faster. As of Oct.1, instead of calling 811 as a first step, people can now do a COVID-19 self-assessment online (http://ow.ly/nHm550BI835). This will reduce the wait time to be screened for testing from 12 hours to about 10 minutes. If the online assessment determines that a person requi...res a test, the Nova Scotia Health Authority or the IWK Health Centre will call them within 24 to 48 hours to book an appointment. 811 will continue to take calls from people who cannot access the online tool or who wish to speak with a nurse about their symptoms. 811 has received an average of 1,467 calls per day and served an average of 1,024 patients per day since the beginning of September There are 26 primary assessment centres around the province http://ow.ly/kKS950BI836

Health-care challenges can, financially, be very challenging for people, so this is a way to give back to support people so they don’t have to have those financial burdens when they have healthcare issues, said Paula MacNeil, CEO of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation. The Hospital Foundation Because You Care Holiday catalogue has raised more than $100,000 through its first two editions and the new one will appear in the Cape Breton Post this month. You can view it online at http://ow.ly/BtZj50CmMDK now. Read the full story on Cape Breton post http://ow.ly/Fo6c50CmMDL

Did you know the Cape Breton Regional Library is hosting a virtual Halloween contest? Don't miss out on your chance to win! Visit their Facebook page for more information. . . . via @cbrlibrary #supportlocal #staylocal #shoplocal #chamberofcommerce #capebreton #capebretonisland #CBRM #CBChamber #StepUpForLocalCB #CapeBretonFirst

While we may be open and some think we are open and everything is fine, that’s actually not the case. We are nowhere near normal. Due to COVID restrictions and, in particular, reduced capacity, extra costs, and restrictions on our hours, we are not operating anywhere close to normal and really struggling to stay open. Take a break from cooking tonight, remember to #StepUpForLocalCB, and support our local restaurants. Learn more about how local restaurants are surviving b...ut bracing for colder months http://ow.ly/1izx50BHFPE #OurMembers #MembersInTheNews

It's the season of giving! Chamber member Alison at Regional Foot Care was quick to surpass her goal of 100 socks during the first time slot of the "Warm the Sole" Holiday Sock Drive - 126 socks so far. There are still times to donate too: Today (Tuesday) - 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.... Thursday - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday - 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. When we #StepUpForLocalCB we can Step Up in many ways. #GiveLocal as well as #ShopLocal.

CBDC presents Back to Business: The New Reality This FREE 6-week masterclass addresses our new business reality and is open to business people throughout Nova Scotia. This blueprint for success has been developed over 100 hours of brainstorming with 250 local business people in 40 different sessions. ... These sessions have moved to a heavy digital focus in these next classes to reflect the reality of today. Many companies are moving to digital but are lost about best practices. We also will focus heavily on networking in the real world as a still vital part of success. Seats are 100% sponsored by CBDC Classes on Mondays, starting November 2 http://ow.ly/kNSn50C2WQu

Today the Cape Breton Eagles kick off their season at Centre 200! Join us in congratulating Element who was named captain last week, and Larose, Francis, and Baker who will serve as assistant captains! Meet your 2020-21 Eagles on the Cape Breton Post website http://ow.ly/Zar250BHF5R... #OurMembers #MembersInTheNews

Keep pace with the changing nature of business | Applications for the Digital Adoption Program have now reopened with Nova Scotia Business Inc. (NSBI) Nova Scotia Business Inc.’s (NSBI) Digital Adoption Program has re-opened. Applications will be accepted online and via the Regional Business Development team until Dec. 1, 2020. The Digital Adoption Program supports Nova Scotia businesses to rapidly adopt digital tools and innovation. The program will provide financial ince...ntives to Nova Scotia small businesses to: Build or improve their online presence to retain and create new sales opportunities and improve firm resilience and flexibility to keep pace with the changing nature of business; Adopt digital tools and implement process improvements related to e-commerce solutions and to support remote working; and Implement machinery and equipment upgrades, including control software and control hardware, industrial automation and monitoring, and digital supply chain implementations. The program contributes up to 50 per cent of eligible costs to a maximum of $10,000 CAD. Minimum project cost is $2,000 CAD. New eligibility requirements have been implemented, shifting focus towards exporters. More information on application requirements is available here nsbi.ca/dap

CERB is ending. What should you do next? Here's a helpful article from the Huffington Post on what you need to know about EI and the new emergency benefits.

Looking for something to do tomorrow (Thursday) evening? Cape Breton Music Industry Cooperative. is in their final week of the #MusicIsland Songwriters Series at Governor's Pub & Eatery! Entertainment starts at 7 p.m. at Governor's OR they will also be live streaming, so you can enjoy this event from home. ... Learn more on the CBMIC Facebook page!

As part of the David Sobey Centre's Retail Month, they are please to announce three panel discussion sessions. Senior retail executives will be participating - All sessions are free! OCTOBER 5th, 10 A.M. | E-Commerce, Omnichannel, and the Future of Retailing, Learn more about panelists & register here http://ow.ly/xudX50BEGrC OCTOBER 20TH, 10 A.M. | Women in Retail... Learn more about panelists & register here http://ow.ly/b4Y250BEGrB NOVEMBER 6TH, 9:30 A.M. | Sustainable Retail Registration link coming soon. If you wish to attend please email [email protected].

The COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare how critical accessible, affordable, inclusive and high-quality child care is for our families, our children and our economy. Too often parents, particularly women, are having to make very difficult choices between their jobs and taking care of their families, choices that may have decades-long impacts on their careers. Recently, the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Ahmed Hussen, spoke about the Government of Canada’s commitment to create a Canada-wide early learning and child care system, as promised in the Speech from the Throne on September 23, 2020. Read the full release here http://ow.ly/5l9D50BDoah

What's YOUR 'impression'? Join the Atlantic Impressions community and share your thoughts on important issues. Register now and share your thoughts on COVID-19 rapid testing for air travellers and easing of the Atlantic Bubble quarantine restrictions Register now and share your thoughts here http://ow.ly/GLXC50C39TJ... *After registration a survey link will be sent to your email *

It's the perfect time of year to "fall" back into a routine! The YMCA of Cape Breton is now offering a "Hit Restart" promotion. For just $20 for individuals and $50 for the entire family, you can join the Y Family for four weeks. Visit their Facebook page (linked above) for more information! ... #OurMembers #MemberNews

ICYMI: CBU unveils plans for Centre for Discovery and Innovation Cape Breton University officials unveiled a plan to build an $80 million Centre for Discovery and Innovation on Monday morning. Read the full story here http://ow.ly/Gwmm50C3bs0... Learn more about the Centre for Discovery and Innovation on their website here https://innovateourfuture.ca/

Joseph Gracie has an important piece of advice for anyone who dreams of an idea and wants to see it through to fruition... Go for it! If you have a crazy idea that you’re passionate about and you’ll work hard to see it thrive then give it your all. It’s always worth a shot. Dream big and keep a positive mindset towards that dream. Doing so is what moves mountains, creates a stronger community, and adds change that is both fun and life altering. Get inspired with the 'virtually' endless possibilities in our latest membership profile with Soulvaria VR (who recently celebrated their 3rd anniversary) http://ow.ly/QxnB50BEFcG

Atlantic Canada Reaping Economic Benefits Of Creating Their Own Bubble | East Coast businesses are recovering better than the rest of Canada, according to analysts. While the initial impact was similar to what happened in the rest of Canada, data shows the rebound in jobs and economic activity that followed was quicker, bolstered by the ability to reopen the economy faster than the rest of the country. Read the full story here http://ow.ly/nYJH50C3bK7

Are you wearing your orange shirt today? Help spread awareness for Orange Shirt Day - Every Child Matters: "Communities coming together in a spirit of reconciliation and hope because every child matters." Share your support on social media or in the comments on this post!

CBDC presents Back to Business: Agriculture The end of the 2020 harvest season is near and soon it will be time to start planning for next year. The big question on everyone’s mind is - what will the future bring my business? Agriculture producers and food processors have faced severe challenges as a result of the pandemic which include accessing labour, connecting with customers, and getting products to market; yet at the same time, new opportunity has also been emerging.... So, what does this all mean for your business and where do you fit in this new business world? This 20-hour program will be delivered online over 6 weeks. Seats are 100% sponsored by CBDC! (TONIGHT) Classes on Tuesdays, starting October 27 - http://ow.ly/DYKK50C2Wi0 Classes on Thursdays, starting October 29 - http://ow.ly/5QAf50C2Wi1

Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) now open to businesses using personal banking accounts The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland announced that as early as October 26, 2020, the Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) will be available to businesses that have been operating out of a non-business banking account. To assess your eligibility for CEBA, applicants can use the pre-screening tool on the CEBA website here http...s://verify-verifier.ceba-cuec.ca/ To apply for CEBA, businesses should contact their financial institution and provide the appropriate information and documentation. Applicants may contact the CEBA Call Centre at 1-888-324-4201 to receive a status update on a completed application between Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST

The provincial government has given the OK for Halloween to proceed across Nova Scotia but that doesn’t mean everyone is comfortable going door-to-door in a world where COVID-19 is still a concern. To alleviate some fears, a number of downtown Sydney businesses (shout out to Doktor Luke's - a respectable coffee house for championing this) are implementing door-to-door activities on Oct. 31 to help families get back some sense of normalcy on that day. Here is a list of par...ticipating businesses: Selkie's Neighbourhood Diner & The Mermaid Food Truck Doktor Luke's - a respectable coffee house JJ's Plant Based Eats Cape Breton Farmers' Market Boysenberry Cape Breton The Local NPC Games & Comics Gala re Ed's Books & More The Middle Ground Fired Creations - The Pottery Painting Cafe Flavor Cape Breton The Cape Breton Fudge Co. Spinner's Men's Wear The Brew and Bubble Cape Breton Regional Library Bowden's Jewellery Repair Studio Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design Pollett Drug Store Subway Island Folk Cider House Louann's Cafe Cape Breton Curiosity Shop IMPACT Dance/ Highland Arts Theatre Academy Heads Up Hair & Body Boutique KKP Sydney Dynasty Cabs Sandy's GMV Weird Sounds Cool Stuff Record Shop On Paper Books (Charlotte St) The Sydney Odditorium - rocks, fossils, and more AD Holistic Wellness My Fair Ladies Ethical Emporium Maritect Security Inglis Jewellers Macleod Lorway Insurance Group New Dawn (at 319 Charlotte St) Read the full story here https://tinyurl.com/y5x9lx23

We are thrilled to see construction underway on new Horizon Achievement Centre in Sydney! It is going to be a bigger building and more modern with lots of more stuff to learn, said Stapleton, who has been a client at the centre’s Upper Prince Street facility for the past nine years in the bakery and catering department. The centre provides vocational training and employment services for adults with intellectual disabilities or those who face employment barriers. The new f...acility will expand services and the number of clients who can access services. Read more here http://ow.ly/Q4DD50BECwe #OurMembers #MembersInTheNews

These virtual Fall workplace education courses are fast approaching! Please note: These courses are open to EVERYONE (not just members). 1 TUESDAY | HR ESSENTIALS... 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Beginning Tuesday, October 6th Develop an organizational chart, build a staffing strategy, and more. Whether you are looking to develop employee policies and procedures or are hoping to create an employee-friendly work culture, this course is for you. 2 THURSDAY | FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Beginning Thursday, October 8th From bookkeeping fundamentals to understanding a financial statement, become more financially savvy in your business with this course; learn about developing budgets and cash-flow projection, to understanding tax compliance and pricing your product. All courses will end mid-December. Please email [email protected] to register.

Plans for the weekend? Join Breton Air and celebrate the grand opening of the Port of Sydney helipad! On Friday and Saturday take to the skies, and enjoy a sample of both Breton Brewing Co. and Island Folk Cider House. Visit their event page for more information

We can't believe that the end of #FlashThePass is upon us! This week is your last chance to save your pass and visit your favourite local businesses to enjoy different incentives. Where can you Flash The Pass? Ascendo Fitness / Supplement King Sydney ... Beginnings Yoga Bianchini's Pizzeria CBHolisticHealth Colbourne Chrysler Colbourne Ford Colette's Family Restaurant Escape Outdoors Experteeze Hair Design Fired Creations - The Pottery Painting Cafe First Impressions. Flavor Cape Breton Flourish Management Consulting The Gaslight Cafe Get Nauti Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront J R Mahoney Ltd LearnAbility Nova Scotia MacKillops Flowers Mercer Fuels Not Just Cakes- Sweet Studio Nova Scotia Power Makerspace Office Interiors - Sydney Pollett Drug Store Revive Hair Studio and Spa Inc. Saltspray Subway - All CBRM Locations Sydney Credit Union Crown & Moose Pub The Forrester Centre & The Krypt Lounge The Parlour Sweet House Thoms Flowers Vintage Jewellers Limited Learn more about their incentives on our website http://www.cbregionalchamber.ca/stepup/flashthepass/

While many Canadians have seen their jobs come back and have returned to work since the start of the pandemic, the Government of Canada recognizes that there remain other workers in sectors that have been particularly hit hard who continue to need support. That is why, last week, the Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland, and the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, announced the introduction of Bil...l C-2, to create three new temporary Recovery Benefits to support Canadians who are unable to work for reasons related to COVID-19. A Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB) of $500 per week for up to 26 weeks, to workers who are self-employed or are not eligible for EI and who still require income support. This Benefit would support Canadians who have not returned to work due to COVID-19 or whose income has dropped by at least 50%. These workers must be available and looking for work, and must accept work where it is reasonable to do so; A Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB) of $500 per week for up to two weeks, for workers who are sick or must self-isolate for reasons related to COVID-19. This Benefit supports our commitment to ensure all Canadian workers have access to paid sick leave; and, A Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB) of $500 per week for up to 26 weeks per household, for eligible Canadians unable to work because they must care for a child under the age of 12 or family member because schools, day-cares or care facilities are closed due to COVID-19 or because the child or family member is sick and/or required to quarantine. Read the full release here http://ow.ly/mUeP50BDkqP

According to Statistics Canada data, women comprised less than four per cent of workers in the industrial, electrical and construction trades in 2018. For Sabrina O'Brien, who is originally from Cape Breton, she enroled in Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC's steamfitting/pipefitting program and didn't look back. Join us in congratulating Sabrina on winning the ACTIMS Women in Trades Journeyman Award for demonstrating integrity and leadership in the maintenance and construction trades industries. Sabrina is the 1st pipefitter to win the award!

Tickets are selling fast for our member-exclusive Mayor Candidates Forum 2020! This Chamber member-exclusive luncheon, sponsored by Nova Scotia Association of Realtors, will be hosted at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre. During this mayoral form, you will hear directly from the 2020 CBRM mayoral candidates about their vision and platforms regarding business and economic development for the future of the CBRM. ... Attendees have the chance to submit questions when they purchase their tickets. Please note, an access code is required to purchase tickets. Please reach out to [email protected] for the code.

Recently the Atlantic Chambers launched a new free member benefit for all the Chambers in Atlantic CanadaAtlantic IMPRESSIONS. Atlantic IMPRESSIONS is an online insight community where information about Chamber advocacy initiatives is shared and members in the community are consulted from time-to-time about issues, policies, or regulations that might impact their business. From new taxes to minimum wage to labour force issues, members simply opt in on what matters to you a...nd complete our rapid surveys from wherever you are. The results are then shared BACK TO YOU, so you can see where everyone else weighs in on the issue at hand. Your feedback is then used in our advocacy with governments to help inform their decisions as we work towards better conditions for business. To enrol visit http://ow.ly/esh550BAgTm Help your Chamber network continue to deliver the valuable advocacy you can depend on, by simply providing your impression from time-to-time.

The Forrester Centre & The Krypt Lounge and Lisa Young Lee Inc. Luxury Collection of Healing Gemstones welcome you through the tartan doors this Thanksgiving long weekend for a very unique experiencing of shopping, wine, and good company! This boutique shopping experience is comprised of vendors personally selected for this special experience. They reserved this special Friday evening experience just for you! As you begin your long weekend, it's your time to relax, unwind..., sip some wine (or virgin cocktail), and enjoy an un-rushed evening of shopping. Given the current situation with Covid-19 and social distancing protocols, they are offering two different time slots for guests to enjoy this experience, with only a limited number of tickets available: 5-7 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Early Bird tickets that includes wine are $15 plus tax until October 2nd. Tickets after the early bird deadline is $20 plus tax.

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce hosts two upcoming webinars on the Future of Transportation WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 30 | Future of Transportation: Air As one of the first industries to feel the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the air transportation sector, including airports, airlines, and others in that ecosystem, will undoubtedly be one of the last to fully recover. Before the pandemic, the sector employed about 141,000 Canadians and flew upwards of 70 million passenger...s per year. Today, that number has plummeted almost overnight as airlines and airports grapple with new economic realities. However, as Canada begins emerging from the depths of the pandemic, industry leaders are finding new and innovative ways to instill consumer confidence and start returning to pre-pandemic levels. Our conversation will address those ways and focus on how Canada’s air transport sector can continue to demonstrate leadership in this regard. Register here http://ow.ly/AAWQ50BAeNl TUESDAY OCTOBER 6 | Future of Transportation: Shipping Shipping is an essential industry in Canadian and global supply chains, comprising 20% of Canadian exports and imports. Contributing to about 2% of the Canadian economy, shipping operations play a major role across the country from coast to coast. As with every industry, shipping has been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This conversation will revolve around how the industry has responded to the pandemic and other significant events followed by a discussion on what’s next for shipping in Canada. Register here http://ow.ly/tCEb50BAeNm

We love this! Join us in congratulating the Boys & Girls Clubs of Cape Breton - Whitney Pier Youth Club (WPYC) on their new Buddy bench. They were recently presented the new bench by the Kiwanis Club of Sydney. The bench was donated in memory of Colleen Collins and graphics were supplied by 60 Minute Signs. ... For more info http://ow.ly/Xwu850BAfmy

Tonight, Ripple FX TV hosts a Mayoral Debate at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre. While capacity is limited to an audience of 145, due to COVID protocol, this event will also be live-streamed and made available on Facebook (hard copy will be available on YouTube at a later date). Visit their event page to learn more http://ow.ly/DouV50BAdeg