Greater Kingston Chamber of Commerce

Transitions are always challenging. They're new. Learn how to better prepare for the transition from school to the workplace. Jennifer Powell from Durham College will share her advice on how to leverage the skills and knowledge you gained in school to make you more marketable to employers and ease the transition into the workplace. Register by Wed., Feb 17th: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/from-school-to-work-tickets-140

Disability disclosure is when you explain the impact of your disability to an employer - usually to access an accommodation to help you do your job. Register for a discussion on the if, when, how, and what of disability disclosure in the workplace. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/disability-disclosure-is-it-a-m

Our first episode of Chamber Live with guest speaker Jason Skilnick, CPA, CA and Partner from MNP. He discussed the Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) and HASCAP programs.

As a result of the unprecedented challenges brought by COVID-19, many of us have been working at home and using our kitchens, bedrooms, and living rooms as a workspace. In response, the CRA has introduced a new temporary flat rate method to simplify claiming the deduction for home office expenses for the 2020 tax year. Your employees (or you yourself) may be able to claim a deduction for home office expenses (work-space-in-the-home expenses, office supplies, and certain phon...e expenses). This deduction is claimed on your personal income tax return. http://ow.ly/guor50CRknc

Grab a mug and get ready to (virtually) mix and mingle! The Chamber is pleased to present our newest networking series Chamber on Tap. Hosted virtually on the last Thursday of the month, Chamber on Tap is the premiere after-hours business networking event in Kingston. Connect with other member businesses, exchange ideas, and talk business in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.... Our next Chamber on Tap will be Thurs, Feb 25 from 5 - 6 p.m.

2020 was a year of unprecedented challenges for all of us. The public health crisis we faced affected every aspect of our lives, including our small businesses. Equip your organization with the tools to deal with any obstacle that comes its way this year by completing your Digital Needs Assessment at: ... Rap.bot.com #ReimaginingRecovery

What’s on your path in 2021? Find valuable guidance in Chamber member MNP latest release of the MPact digital publication. This edition, entitled The Path Ahead, offers clear, concise and forward-looking insights to help you feel confident in your direction as you make plans for the future. http://www.mpact.ca/mpact-2020-12/mpact/

Our last enewsletter of 2020 is on its way to Chamber members right now with an update on COVID-19 lockdowns in Ontario and the new Ontario Small Business Support Grant (announced today). http://ow.ly/NxhY50CRr6J

Kudos to Chamber member Novelis for their donation to the Jerome Taylor Memorial/Whig-Standard Christmas Hampers of Hope Fund! Via Kingston Whig-Standard: https://www.thewhig.com//novelis-gives-big-boost-to-hamper

There's a chance #ygk will be heading to the Yellow Zone in the near future due to rising COVID-19 cases. Familiarize yourself with Yellow Zone restrictions here: http://ow.ly/4bN150CmZzb

On Nov 24, chief economists from Canada’s Foreign PolicyGlobal Affairs Canada and BDC provide expert insight into the state of the Canadian and global economy, as well as what it means down the road for international trade and SMEs. http://ow.ly/J5af50ChSBg

NEW EVENT: Dr. Trevin Stratton of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce will provide an economic outlook for 2021. Join us virtually on Dec 1 - register by emailing dana @ kingstonchamber.ca

Still time to participate in the City of Kingston - Municipal Government 2021 budget process. Complete the city budget survey by Nov 13. https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca/2021-city-budget

Our province - and our city in particular! - is home to some of the world’s greatest manufacturers, representing 750,000 workers. A new campaign from Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters shows us that good things don't just grow in Ontario - they're made here too. If you're a Kingston-based manufacturer, add your products to their Ontario Made website. Details: https://www.supportontariomade.ca/

Crack open a cold one from the comfort of your own space. Ask our experts at MNP and Cunningham Swan Carty Little & Bonham LLP your most pressing questions. (Also taking musical requests!) Register today for Beers With Business Advisors: Oct 29 at 5 p.m.: https://bit.ly/37Afqph (FREE for members)... ALSO: Need to restock the fridge? Attendees get a 15% discount on Spearhead Brewing Company orders. Cheers!

Excavating...construction...landscaping and snow removal...trucking...these guys do it all! Welcome to our newest Chamber member, K. Mulrooney Trucking Limited! kmulrooneytrucking.com

Acer Rubrum, or more commonly, the red maple, is the globally recognized symbol of Canada. It's also our newest Chamber member! For property maintenance and home or office renovation needs, check out rubrum.ca.

Looking to purchase PPE? Enhance your e-commerce? Renovate your business for COVID-19 reasons? Check into the #CanadaUnited Small Business Relief Fund. Grants of up to $5,000 available! Ontario Chamber of Commerce https://occ.ca/canada-united-small-business-relief-fund/

Effective today, October 1, 2020, the minimum wage rates in Ontario have increased. To view the new rates, visit Ontario.ca/minimumwage.

Would you like a Naturopathic Doctor who understands and can work with conventional medicine and your doctors? If so, welcome to our newest Chamber member - Iona Natural Family Care! https://www.ionacare.ca/

New date for our State of the City event Friday Oct 16th @ Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront Register todayhttps://bit.ly/3ikrNHF Utilities Kingston.

If you felt a little too warm during yesterday's +21 weather, or a bit too cool today, then say hello to today's new Chamber member - Glen Air, Heating & Air Conditioning! Glen Air is a family business owned and operated by Glen Aubin. Glen and his son Troy along with their dedicated staff are proud to be serving the community with HVAC solutions and quality equipment that are catered to both residential and commercial customers. Welcome to the Chamber, Glen Air team!

Do you know a business or person who's amazing? Nominate them for the Kingston Business Excellence Awards. Nominations open till Oct 13th. https://www.kingstonbusinessexcellence.ca/

Crack open a cold one from the comfort of your own space. Ask our experts at Cunningham Swan Carty Little & Bonham LLP and MNP your most pressing questions. Register today for Beers With Business Advisors - Oct 29 at 5 p.m.: https://bit.ly/37Afqph

We apologize for the short notice but due to unforeseen circumstances the State of the City event scheduled for Wed Sept 30th will be moving to an October date. Stay tuned

A warm welcome to Heart to Heart Senior Services - a new Chamber member! Heart to Heart Senior Services is a loving family of dedicated caregivers enhancing the comfort and dignity of elderly persons living in Kingston, Ontario, and the surrounding community. https://h2hcare.ca/

New Mandatory Screening Tool For Employers In Stage 3 https://bit.ly/3cFhjRO

We're #hiring! The Manager, Business Development and Member Services will be principally responsible for expanding business and revenue generating opportunities with existing and new partners that will allow us to achieve our mandate and strategic objectives. Applications due Nov 6. #ygkjobs... https://ca.indeed.com/jobs

With heavy hearts, we are sharing the news that Diane Taplin, our finance and membership coordinator, passed away last week. As her obituary stated, Diane lived her life with compassion, kindness, humour and 'grit' and shared these gifts with us all. Diane had been a member of our team for the past five years and will be sorely missed. Please visit her obituary if you wish to leave a message for her family.

Thanks to all who attended our socially distanced State of the City address Friday morning. Working with our venue, Holiday Inn Kingston-Waterfront, we took all the necessary COVID-19 precautions to ensure the safety of attendees. This included social distancing, hand sanitizing, screening attendees for COVID symptoms, keeping attendance below 50, and masking when necessary. As always, we're pleased to host this important event and provide a platform for our leaders to share ...their vision for our city - which is especially important now. Should you have questions or comments about the event, please contact us directly. A special shout out also goes to our event sponsor, Utilities Kingston

Stop by our newest member Birds eye hue Boutique for some amazing DYI ideas. Becka will be offering classes in October. https://bit.ly/2Gd7zlW

Thanks to all who attended our socially distanced State of the City address this morning. Working with our venue, Holiday Inn Kingston-Waterfront, we took all the necessary COVID-19 precautions to ensure the safety of attendees. This included social distancing, hand sanitizing, screening attendees for COVID symptoms, keeping attendance below 50, and masking when necessary. As always, we're pleased to host this important event and provide a platform for our leaders to share th...eir vision for our city - which is especially important now. Should you have questions or comments about the event, please contact us directly. A special shout out also goes to our event sponsor, Utilities Kingston. If you missed the event, please watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXOYUja7yj0&feature=emb_logo

We are having technical issues with our scheduled Zoom event this morning. A YouTube video will be uploaded soon. Standby!

Climate change remains of the great challenges of our time. Creating a CFS that does its job in mitigating effects without driving up the prices on small business. Visit http://FreshFuelStandard.ca/ to read more on how we can accomplish this.

Welcome our newest member Birds eye hue Boutique. Seller of Fusion Mineral Paint as well as various DIY project essentials and home decor. On site and virtual workshops for those who want to be inspired and share creativity! https://bit.ly/3crz5YP

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Join us IN PERSON Wednesday September 30th for our State of the City at @HolidayInnYGK Register today: https://bit.ly/32EWoeu Sponsored by: @UtilitiesKngstn

Our Leadercast2020 Positive Disruption Series wraps up with a bang Friday September 25th with Magic Johnson Register now! https://lnkd.in/gDDucq6

Our Leadercast2020 Positive Disruption Series wraps up with a bang Friday September 25th featuring Earvin Magic Johnson Register now!

Les Canadiens et leurs restaurants locaux paient déjà des taxes sur l’alcool parmi les plus élevées au monde. Aujourd’hui, nous lançons la campagne Geler la tax...e sur l’alcool, qui appelle le govt fédéral à geler l’injuste taxe ascenseur sur l’alcool. https://www.gelonslataxesurlalcool.ca//la-chambre-de-comme See more

Join us on Tuesday Sept 22nd for a virtual presentation on what's new at St. Lawrence College. Register today at https://bit.ly/3iD4h9K @whatsinsideslc

The afternoon tee off continues at the Chamber Classic 2020 Cataraqui Golf and Country Club Presented by Johnson Insurance