 Annual Regional Chair Luncheon With Roger Anderson
Tuesday, January 26, 2012
Oshawa Golf & Curling Club, Oshawa
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
The Chamber of Commerce hosts its Annual “Regional Chair Luncheon” on Tuesday, January 26th at the Oshawa Golf & Curling Club, 160 Alexandra Street in Oshawa, with keynote speaker Roger Anderson, Chair of the Regional Municipality of Durham, addressing the state of the Region. For more information or to register click here [pdf].
New Exporters to Border States (NEBS)
Mission to Buffalo
February 15-16, 2012
The Ministry of Economic Development and Innovation, International Trade invites you to participate in the next NEBS Mission to Buffalo on Wednesday, February 15 and Thursday, February 16, 2012.
Read More >>>
 Canadian Chamber Releases Economic Outlook for 2012
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce released its Economic Outlook for 2012 on December 28, 2011. In its report, they observe that while many of Canada’s economic advantages remain intact, ample headwinds will constrain growth in the year ahead. Fortunately, business investment remains a bright spot in both 2012 and 2013. To read the report, click here [pdf].
 OPG Submits Documents for Regulatory Approvals
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) has submitted the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and Integrated Safety Review (ISR) reports to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) – two important regulatory requirements in support of Darlington Refurbishment. The submissions demonstrate positive conclusions in support of refurbishment activities and the continued operation of the Darlington station.
Read More >>>
Sometimes, Governments Get It Right
For businesses finding that border delays and duplicative inspections are making them uncompetitive and for travelers tired of being stuck in long lines, Christmas came a little early in 2011.
The two action plans released by Prime Minister Harper and President Obama on how to make our border and our regulatory processes more efficient provide enormous benefits to citizens and businesses in both our countries that have been affected by a border that’s become so much costlier, thicker and stickier in the last decade.
Read More >>>
CBC’s The Big Decision Sends Dragons On The Road
Looking for Canadian Companies to Apply for the Show
CBC is announcing that stars of Canada's top-rated entertainment program Dragons’ Den are hitting the road to help struggling companies get back on track by offering their expertise—and their own MONEY.
Producers of the exciting new series The Big Decision are currently searching for Canadian companies to participate in the show, which will give business owners an opportunity to receive no-nonsense advice and an investment from Canada’s most successful and respected entrepreneurs.
Read More >>>
Building CANDU in Ontario Would Send Powerful Signal
by Kevin Petersen, UOIT
“To win internationally we have to win domestically”
The need for collaborative efforts between the Canadian nuclear industry, its partners and all levels of government is needed to encourage growth and development in the Canadian Nuclear industry, an industry expert told local business and industry representatives as well as government representatives including Durham MPP John O’Toole, Pickering Scarborough MPP Tracy MacCharles, Regional Chair Roger Anderson, Mayors David Ryan, Pickering, Steve Parish, Ajax, Pat Perkins, Whitby, Adrian Foster, Clarington and Deputy Mayor City of Oshawa, Nester Pidwerbecki.
Patrick Lamarre, Executive Vice-President of SNC-Lavalin Incorporated, spoke at a luncheon hosted by the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Durham Economic Prosperity Conference Committee, Organization of CANDU Industries, Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters and the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance on Wednesday November 16th on Nuclear New Build and why we need a home grown solution.
Read More >>>
Canadian Chamber’s Reaction To Minister Flaherty’s Speech
Statement by the Hon. Perrin Beatty, President and CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in reaction to Finance Minister Jim Flaherty’s speech at the Calgary Chamber of Commerce on November 8, 2011.
“The Finance Minister reported today (November 8) on the state of the Canadian economy. Few Canadians will be surprised that the federal government is now anticipating that the books could be balanced two years later than expected. Having just returned from the B20 in Cannes, I can attest that we are seeing an economic slowdown throughout the world. However, we are still anticipating positive growth in Canada. We are looking at a slowdown but not at a recession.
Read More >>>
 OCC Supports Canada’s Decision
To Join Trans-Pacific Partnership
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce supports the federal government’s decision to apply for membership to the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). On November 13, 2011, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced that Canada will formally apply to join the emerging Trans-Pacific Partnership trade group of Asia-Pacific countries.
Read More >>>
OCC Calls For Canadian Exemption
To Buy American Plan
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) supports the Canadian government in its efforts to ensure the Buy American provision in the American Jobs Act does not negatively impact Canadian businesses. On September 8th U.S President Barack Obama introduced the $450 billion American Jobs Act to stimulate job growth and economic recovery. Section 4 of the bill, referred to as the Buy American clause, stipulates that all public projects funded by the stimulus use only American produced iron, steel and manufactured goods. Foreign substitutes for American-made products would only be allowed if the American content drove up the cost of a project by 25 percent or if the goods needed for the project are not manufactured or available in the U.S.
Read More >>>
 Need Financing?
Canada Small Business Financing Program
Small businesses are an important part of Canada’s economy, but they face unique challenges when seeking financing. The Canada Small Business Financing Program makes it easier for small businesses to obtain loans from financial institutions by sharing the risks with lenders.
The program aims to assist new businesses, encourage expansion, improve access to loans that would not otherwise be available, and to stimulate Canada’s economic growth and create jobs.
For more information, click here.
 Major Crisis Of Confidence Grips The Global Economy
It has been a little more than two years since the global economy emerged from recession. The world economy has hit a rough patch on the road to recovery. One adverse event after another has roiled financial markets, zapped confidence and created an air of uncertainty.
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce has released its latest installment in the Economic Policy Series by its Chief Economist, Tina Kremmidas, entitled, Major Crisis of Confidence Grips the Global Economy, this paper examines the fiscal challenges to global economic recovery.
Construction Set To Begin On $272 Million Durham York Energy Centre
 Construction of a $272-million state-of-the-art energy-from-waste incineration facility is expected to get underway shortly following the recent ground breaking for the Durham York Energy Centre (DYEC) in the Clarington Energy Park in Clarington. Present at the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new Durham York Energy Centre, from left to right, are Anthony Orlando, Covanta Energy Corporation President and COO; Bill Fisch, Regional Chair and CEO, The Regional Municipality of York; Roger Anderson, Regional Chair and CEO, The Regional Municipality of Durham; Regional Councillor Nester Pidwerbecki, Chair of Works Committee, The Regional Municipality of Durham and Garry Cubitt, CAO, The Regional Municipality of Durham.
Read More>>>
 GTA Businesses Deliver Unified Call For
New Investment In Transportation
Greater Toronto Area (GTA) businesses are calling for new investment in transportation infrastructure as their top priority for Ontario’s next government. In a province-wide private sector study by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, businesses recently weighed in on their key policy needs. Businesses across the province participated in record numbers in the Ontario Chamber of Commerce’s 2011 Pre-Election Business Survey. The survey identified policy priorities most integral to the province’s economic prosperity.
Read More >>>
 A Vote For Manufacturing
Submitted by Ian T. Howcroft, President,
Canadian Manufacturers & Exporter
There will be numerous provincial elections across the country this fall, including Ontario. CME is a non-partisan organization, but an unabashed advocate for manufacturing. CME takes the election period as another opportunity to raise the issues, concerns and benefits of manufacturing, hoping that all candidates will state where they stand and what they will do to support Ontario’s largest sector.
CME has written to all three leaders, and, in fact, all MPPs, to provide them with its key priorities that they would like to see addressed by whoever assumes power AFTER October 6th.
Read More >>>
 Durham Economic Prosperity Conference 2012
Planned For November 9th
The Durham Economic Prosperity Conference (DEPC), first introduced in 2006, was an unprecedented success. Since then, every second year forward thinking leaders from across the region meet to discuss the most pressing issues facing Durham Region. In an effort to maximize the Region’s economic opportunities and follow up on the success of the 2010 conference the Committee has met and plans are underway for the fourth Economic Conference on the future of Durham Region.
Read More >>>
Joint Review Panel Releases Recommendation
On OPG's Darlington New Nuclear Project
OPG has just received the Joint Review Panel's report on the Darlington New Nuclear Project Environmental Assessment and License to Prepare Site application. OPG is pleased the Panel has arrived at the same conclusion as OPG, that the project is not expected to result in any significant adverse environmental effects, given mitigation.
OPG is proud of the extensive work and thorough studies undertaken since 2006. It reflects the work of many OPG staff, plus their key stakeholders in the community. OPG appreciates the ongoing support and participation in the Joint Review Panel hearings by many of their community, business and industry partners.
This is a major milestone—a first in Canadian nuclear history. It also puts them one step closer to moving forward with the Darlington New Nuclear Project.
The proposed Darlington New Nuclear Project involves the construction and operation of new nuclear power reactors and associated facilities, at OPG's existing Darlington Nuclear site in the Municipality of Clarington. The project will provide up to 60 years of base load electricity for the people of Ontario. It will be one of the largest capital infrastructure projects in Canada, creating significant benefits for many years, including employment, business and supplier opportunities and increased municipal revenues.
OPG will now undertake a thorough review of the Panel's report and work with their partners on any mitigations required.
Click here to view the Panel's report.
For more information about the EA, visit their website.
 New Durham Relocation Guide Released
In its 16th year of publication the Durham Relocation Guide [PDF 9 MB] is the Region’s only relocation magazine that targets potential residents and businesses in Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Clarington, Uxbridge, Brock and Scugog. The magazine is distributed across Ontario to over 70 business towers in Toronto and throughout the GTA; Ontario Tourist Information Centres on the 400 series Highways; locally to hotels/motels, homebuilders, hospitals, clinics, municipal offices, Chambers of Commerce, Boards of Trade, real estate board and agents plus publication advertisers. For more information about the Guide, please contact the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce.
Durham Region Hosts Tourism Summit And Creative Awards
Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Roger Anderson announced Durham Tourism’s inaugural Durham Tourism Summit and Durham Art of Transition Creative Awards (DACTA), to be held on November 25th, 2011. The day-long event will be held at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Health and Wellness Centre at 2000 Simcoe Street North in Oshawa.
Read More >>>
The Federal Government Announced Grant Opportunity
Call for proposal—Deadline: September 23, 2011
The Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) supports community-based projects across Canada that improve accessibility, remove barriers, and enable Canadians with disabilities to participate in and contribute to their communities. Organizations may apply for funding only when there is an open Call for Proposals. So apply now—deadline is September 23, 2011.
The Small Project Component of the Enabling Accessibility Fund provides grants of up to $50,000 per project to improve the built environment through renovation, construction and retrofitting of buildings; modification of vehicles for community use; and through the provision of accessible information and communication technologies.
More information visit www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/disability_issues/eaf/cfp/index.shtml.
National Basketball League Of Canada Comes To Oshawa
At a press conference held August 8th at the General Motors Centre the National Basketball League of Canada announced that the City of Oshawa, has been formally accepted as the first expansion team to join the league in its inaugural season. Oshawa joins teams from London, Halifax, Saint John and Moncton (NB), Quebec City, and PEI in the NBL for the 2011-12 season.
In early August the team held an online contest to allow those interested in the City to submit a name for Oshawa’s first‐ever professional basketball team. The team name is OSHAWA POWER!
Read More >>>
COPA Responds to Pickering Lands Needs Assessment Study
Responding to Transport Canada’s release of its findings on the Pickering Lands Needs Assessment Study the Canadian Owners and Pilots Association (COPA) announced on August 10, 2011 that it has secured the services of Malone Given Parsons Ltd. to review the findings and recommendations for retention of the Pickering Lands as a future airline airport site.
Read More >>>
2010 Pickering Lands Needs Assessment Study Released
On July 11, 2011 Transport Canada released the findings of the 2010 Pickering Lands Needs Assessment Study. The study was conducted to broaden and update previous work on the role and capacity of airports in the Greater Golden Horseshoe area in meeting future needs for passenger, cargo and recreational traffic within a 25-year horizon.
Read More >>>
 NEW CBC SHOW SEARCHING FOR
CANADIAN BUSINESSES IN NEED
The Producers of Dragons’ Den are on the Hunt
for Interested Canadian Companies
CBC announced today (July 19, 2011) that the producers of Canada’s top-rated entertainment program, Dragons’ Den, are looking for struggling Canadian companies to participate in an exciting new business show. In this new series, some of the country’s top investors will spend their time and money to help these Canadian companies get back on their feet.
This new series will offer business owners a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: the chance to meet a top- notch investor who could provide the boost that their companies need to survive—AND thrive. The experts are willing to fan out across the country, roll up their sleeves and help change the fortunes of good companies that have fallen on hard times.
Read More >>>
Leading Canadian Firm Taking Over AECL Commercial Reactor Division
 The Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce (GOCC) applauds and supports the federal government’s sale of Atomic Energy of Canada Limited’s (AECL) commercial reactor division to Canada’s SNC Lavalin, as announced by Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver. “The GOCC views the announcement as a positive development providing clarity for the future of the Canadian nuclear industry,” stated Cris Douglas, Chamber President.
Read More >>>
OPG Breaks Ground For Darlington Energy Complex
 The Darlington Energy Complex moved from concept to reality on July 6th as representatives from Ontario Power Generation (OPG), joined by business, community and political leaders from across Durham Region, officially broke ground at the site of the future Darlington Engery Complex, which is scheduled to be completed by the summer of 2013. Pictured here (left to right) are: Paul Cocker, President and CEO, McKay-Cocker Construction Ltd. ; Roger Anderson, Regional Chair, Region of Durham; Albert Sweetnam, Executive Vice President Nuclear Projects, OPG; Mayor Adrian Foster, Municipality of Clarington; and Dietmar Reiner, Senior Vice President Nuclear Refurbishment, OPG.
Read More >>>
New Medical Helicopter Base Lands In Oshawa
 Ornge, the provider of transport medicine services for Ontario, is pleased to announce the opening of a new satellite medical helicopter base at the Oshawa Municipal Airport later this year. The new facility, which will operate 24 hours a day 7 days a week, will be the home to Ornge paramedics, pilots and a new, state-of-the-art AW139 medically-equipped helicopter, providing critical care transport to patients throughout Southeastern Ontario and throughout the province.
Read More >>>
[Older DEPC news articles can be found here.]
|
