The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Downtown Windsor Business Improvement Association (DWBIA). These two organizations represent thousands of local businesses and are working together with the goal of providing even more savings and benefits to their respective members. “This is an exciting opportunity for DWBIA members…
The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce and BBB Serving Western Ontario are excited to announce a unique partnership between their two organizations set to commence just in time for Small Business Week. With a unified goal of creating a stronger, cohesive, and ethical business community, the two unique yet complementary organizations have coordinated to offer…
To mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) and the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce released the following statement: “Indigenous Peoples make up the fastest growing population in Canada and continue to face systemic barriers to their economic and social well-being,” said Rocco Rossi, President and CEO, OCC.…
The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce is delighted with the Government of Canada’s decision to end the mandatory use of the ArriveCAN app and other border restrictions. The Detroit Regional Chamber joined it’s Canadian counterparts in applauding the Canadian government’s decision. “The border measures were a significant hurdle for businesses and tourists to cross the border,” said…
A coalition of Chambers of Commerce representing border communities across the country is calling on the Government of Canada to lift the remaining COVID-related border restrictions and to suspend use of the ArriveCAN app. “The border measures are not only slowing down border crossings, but they’re also having a deterrent effect on visitors from the…
The Windsor-Essex Chamber of Commerce saw great success and recognition at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) Annual General Meeting (AGM), in Brampton, ON from April 28 – May 1. Members of the local Chamber were in attendance to participate in policy and advocacy sessions with their peers from across the province. Two particular sessions…
The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce (WERCC) invites applications of individuals from the Windsor-Essex business community for positions on its Board of Directors. As the leading voice of business and professionals in our region for over 145 years, the Chamber supports policies that foster a positive business climate. A not-for-profit membership organization, the Chamber provides…
Canadian businesses have suffered under the strain of constant disruptions over the last two years. The challenges they have had to overcome have included COVID-19, extreme weather events, increasing inflationary pressures, labour shortages and supply chain disruptions. Now achieving a successful recovery is threatened by the ongoing blockades of the critical infrastructure that enables the…
The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce joined business groups on both sides of the Canadian and U.S. border to issue the following statement calling for the Ambassador Bridge’s swift reopening. The below listed business associations issued the following statement regarding the closing of the Ambassador Bridge today amid protesting blockades. “Business associations on both sides…
The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce President & Chief Executive Officer, Rakesh Naidu joined Sandy K. Baruah, President and Chief Executive Officer Detroit Regional Chamber, and Mark High, President Canada-United States Business Association in a joint statement urging the United States government to reopen the border to Canadian residents safely. It has been a challenging…