Posts Tagged ‘Advocacy’
Cross Border Chambers Welcome End of ArriveCAN and other Border Measures
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.
Read MoreBorder Chambers of Commerce ask government to Scrap the App
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.
Read MoreWindsor-Essex Chamber Successful at Ontario AGM: Support for Trucking Industry & Outstanding Advocacy Award
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.
Read MoreOpen letter from Canadian businesses to our elected representatives
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 livelihoods and well-being of all Canadians.
Read MoreOntario Chamber Network calls for targeted business supports, in-demand training programs, and bold moves on interprovincial trade during 2021 Advocacy Series
The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce (WERCC) and Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) kicked off their 2021 Advocacy Series. The Network, which comprises leadership from 140 chambers of commerce and boards of trade from across the province, will be meeting with all four of Ontario’s political leaders and one-on-one with key economic caucus members in March.
Read MoreUpcoming Budget Should Support Hardest Hit
The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce and OCC urge government to address pain points and lay the groundwork for a strong rebound as province grapples with economic fallout of the crisis.
Read More#DineYQG Announced to Support Local Food Service Industry
#DineYQG will support locally owned restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, take and bakes, wineries, breweries and distillers at a time when their businesses have been severely impacted by COVID-19.
Read MoreWindsor-Essex Chamber of Commerce Continues to Encourage Reversal of Nav Canada Decision
“As a voice of business in Windsor and Essex County, we recognize the Windsor Airport as a fundamental pillar of our society, indispensable to our daily lives and essential for social progress and economic prosperity” said Rakesh Naidu, President & CEO of the Windsor-Essex Chamber.
Read MoreWindsor-Essex Chamber Calls for Additional Support for Border Communities
The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, Rakesh Naidu, released a call for additional rent relief support for the border communities that have been hit hard by the border closure.
Read MoreBusiness Community Welcomes Pandemic Supports; Incentives for Growth and Competitiveness in Ontario’s Budget 2020
Business Community Welcomes Pandemic Supports; Incentives for Growth and Competitiveness in Ontario’s Budget 2020 06 November 2020 Caitlin Hildenbrand Ontario Chamber Network & Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce – When business prospers, communities prosper Yesterday, the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, Rakesh Naidu, released the following response to the Government of Ontario’s…
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