Newmarket Chamber of Commerce
470 Davis Dr. L3Y 2P3 Newmarket, ON, Canada

Awesome job Katie & Timeless Harmony Salon & Spa!

Doing some last minute shopping? No worries... we've got you covered! Out Gift Guide is jam packed with great ideas close to home. Pick them up curbside- it's quick and easy! Visit www.newmarketshoplocal.ca

REMINDER! Once you're done dinner, sit back, relax and tune-in to Down to Business, our Chamber radio show hosted by our very own Jennifer Buchanan at 6:00 tonight on 102.7 Chop FM. This week Jennifer is joined by Chamber members Wasim Jarrah Real Estate Team Nina Doiron of iStage & Organize and Richard Mewhinney - Homeguard Funding for a great conversation on the hot Real Estate market in Newmarket...what's in store for 2021, the importance of home staging when selling, and advice on rates and borrowing. Check it out at 6 tonight! You can even stream it on your google home:)

The Walk It Off Spinal Cord Wellness Centre 2020 Walk It Off Scarf (...and More) auction has launched... right in time for the chilly weather!

Large Business of the Year... Benson Kearley IFG

The government has announced the new Ontario Small Business Support Grant, which will provide a minimum of $10,000 and up to $20,000 to help small businesses. Businesses required to close or restrict services under the province-wide shutdown will be able to apply for this one-time grant. More details here: https://news.ontario.ca/en/backgrounder/59788/post-4

The Province confirmed earlier today it will move to a 28 day lockdown as of this Saturday (Boxing Day) at 12:01 am until January 23rd. So what does that mean for businesses? To start, all non essential business must do curbside pickup only. Hardware stores and Pet stores are now considered non essential. Big Box stores will stay open but be capped at 25% capacity. Ski hills will close, and resorts, hotels and motels will stay open. For more details on who is considered essential and what can stay open, it’s all in the link below. https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/what-s-open-and-closed-under-ont

Grants and Rebates from the Ontario Government: The Ontario Government’s Main Street Relief Grant is now open to applications. The program provides a one-time grant of up to $1,000 to help businesses in some sectors with the cost of PPE. Businesses that were required to shut down or significantly restrict services due to provincial public health measures can apply for property tax and energy bill rebates, provided in the form of grants, to help with their fixed costs. Click to learn more about both of them and apply.

Trying to navigate the various business supports out there can quickly get confusing and overwhelming. If you own a small or medium-sized business and need assistance navigating the impacts of COVID-19 on your operation, the Business Assistance Concierge (BAC) program can help. Visit www.newmarket.ca/BAC for more info and to set up an appointment with a BAC team member.

Small Business of the Year... Rob and the team at RC Design

It's almost here!! Our 2020 Business Excellence Awards are happening 'virtually' next Wednesday. Today, we spotlight the two finalists in the Large Business of the Year category (26 employees and up) Benson Kearley IFG and Upper Canada Mall Congratulations to you both, and to all of the businesses nominated!

Manufacturer of the Year goes to CPG Aerospace!

Young Professional of the Year... Ashleigh Eldridge of Needham Promotions Inc. Congratulations!

Why not create a new holiday tradition with a great meal from The Sociable Pub

Tracy accepting the New Business of the Year Award on behalf of... Optimum pharmacy

New member Monday alert... or should we say new 'members'! Welcome to the Chamber Unwind Yarn House and Neon Flamingo Emporium & Café we're happy to have you! You can find both stores along our beautiful Main Street AND on our Shop Local Holiday Gift Guide www.newmarketshoplocal.ca Knitters and crocheters of all levels will love Unwind Yard House. And be sure to check the eclectic collection of everything for the home at Neon Flamingo.

Have you taken the FREE Digital Needs Assessment yet? Part of the Recovery Activation Program (RAP), the assessment provides a benchmark and baseline to help you measure where you are at right now and offers suggestions to help you to grow your business using technology. That might be helping you to improve collecting money, getting your team to use your existing technology tools etc. It takes about 20 30 minutes to complete and it’s totally free! https://buff.ly/36GhX0B

Wow!! This sounds delicious. Order now from HealthyNow while this great deal is still available!

This looks too good 'not' to share with you!! Our members over at Eventmrkt are launching their second Pop-up kitchen tonight at 5pm! Check out the mouth watering menu... seriously mouth watering menu at https://loubirdsfriedchicken.ca They'll be doing take out at the eventmrkt location at Riverwalk Commons, as well as delivery. Ghost Taco is their other pop-up. Be sure to follow both on instagram for what days and hours they'll be open!

Plan your presents from the couch and then pick them up curb-side! Visit www.newmarketshoplocal.ca

Are you following the Newmarket Chamber page on www.FanSaves.com yet? It only takes a minute to join for FREE, and once you're following us you can take advantage of all the deals participating members are offering. For example, save 10% on board games at Goblets & Goblins. Chamber members save even more!

Tangles Hair Salon & Spa Holland Landing has launched its first Beauty Box featuring its top selling beauty items and gift certificates! Over $350 value for only $100!! More info at https://tanglessalon.ca/collections/tangles-staff-picks... Curb Side Hours Thursday December 17 11:00am- 4:30pm Friday December 18 11:00am - 4:30pm Saturday December 19 10:00am - 4:00pm Tuesday December 22 4:00pm- 8:00pm Christmas Eve 10:00 am - 2:00pm

Looking to help a not-for-profit organization in our community this season? Visit the "Gifts that Give Back" section of our Gift Guide at www.newmarketshoplocal.ca.