Posts by Gizem Uysal
TARIFF RESPONSE-April 2
TARIFF RESPONSE-April 2 On April 2, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the implementation of new “reciprocal tariffs,” aiming to address trade imbalances by imposing a baseline 10% tariff on all imports into the United States, effective April 5, 2025. Additionally, higher tariffs will be applied to specific countries with which the U.S. has significant Read More
Read MoreElection Protocols
Ensuring Fair & Informed Elections: The Whitby Chamber of Commerce Election Campaign Protocol Elections play a vital role in shaping the future of our communities, and at the Whitby Chamber of Commerce, we are committed to fostering an informed electorate while maintaining a non-partisan stance. Our Election Campaign Protocol is designed to ensure fairness, provide Read More
Read MoreKey Whitby Updates from the Address of Mayor Roy
At the Address of Mayor Roy, Mayor Elizabeth Roy shared her vision for a thriving, sustainable community. Addressing local business leaders and residents, she spoke about the town’s progress and challenges in housing, economic development, and community care. On housing, she highlighted Whitby’s efforts to meet Ontario’s mandate of 18,000 new units by 2031. In Read More
Read MoreEmbracing Neurodiversity: Unlocking Talent in the Workforce
Embracing Neurodiversity: Unlocking Talent in the Workforce Monday, March 17th, 2025 Neurodiversity Celebration Week is an opportunity to recognize the immense value that neurodivergent individuals bring to the workplace. Across Durham Region and beyond, businesses are discovering that fostering an inclusive workforce isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a smart business strategy. The Strengths of Read More
Read MoreTariff Talks: What’s the Chamber Doing?
The Whitby Chamber of Commerce has been following developments and working with our chamber colleagues at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, related to the imposition of 25% across-the-board tariffs on Canadian imports to the U.S. It is extremely disappointing to see that these measures (and a lower but not insignificant 10% tariff on Read More
Read MoreCall for 2025-26 Board of Director Nominations
Are you passionate about the Whitby business community and ready to make a difference? The Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) is now accepting nominations for its 2025-26 Board of Directors. Nominate yourself or a fellow Chamber member to help guide the Chamber’s mission and support local businesses through leadership and innovation. Why Join the Board? Read More
Read MorePeter Perry & Business Achievement Awards Winners of 2024
Peter Perry & Business Achievement Award Winners Unveiled Paul Rolland Named 69th Peter Perry Award Winner at Annual Whitby Chamber of Commerce Event WHITBY, Ont., November 7, 2024 – The Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) proudly announced the 2024 Peter Perry Award recipient, Paul Rolland, recognized for over 35 years of dedicated service to the Read More
Read MorePeter Perry & Business Achievement Awards Winners of 2023
Peter Perry & Business Achievement Award Winners Unveiled Fred Martin named 68th Peter Perry Award winner at annual Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) event. Picture with his family: https://www.whitbychamber.org/attend-events/peter-perry-business-achievement-awards/ WHITBY, Ont., November 10, 2023 – Mayor Liz Roy announced the 2023 Peter Perry Award recipient, Fred Martin who for over 35 years went above and Read More
Read MoreAdvocacy Day
On March 5th, we (Peter Garett and Preeti Sangwan) represented the Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) membership and our Advocacy Committee during Advocacy Day at Queen’s Park. Hosted by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC), the event allowed Chambers and Boards of Trades from across Ontario to connect, learn and advocate on key policy issues, Read More
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