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Whitby Chamber attends Ontario Chamber AGM and Policy Resolution Debate

October 2, 2020

The 2020 Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) AGM and Policy Resolution Debate took place on September 29 and I was proud to represent our business members at this virtual event. Kudos to the OCC team that created an engaging space, allowing for debate, discussion and and voting capabilities all in real time. And congratulations to Read More

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History of the Fairway Friday Golf Tournament

August 4, 2020

The Chamber is big on tradition. Tradition unites people across the generations. It’s a way to pass on the joy and learning that occurs when groups of like-minded, community-driven folks connect with a common purpose. One of the Chamber’s longest standing traditions is its annual golf tournament. On Friday, September 25, Whitby Chamber of Commerce Read More

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Small but spectacular weddings

July 6, 2020

Does a spectacular wedding have to be BIG to be amazing? Do you need to invite your Dad’s, brother’s, cousin’s, nephew’s barber? During these uncertain times, we are staying positive and hopeful that things will be back to normal sooner than later. Unfortunately, there is always that voice in the back of our heads that Read More

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Building resilience in business: creating a market that meets the needs of customers

June 16, 2020

The COVID-19 outbreak has unleashed an unprecedented shock to our economic and social systems. Business owners, operators and job providers are facing tough circumstances and revenue shortfalls. Resilient businesses pay close attention to the controllable in their operations to survive and move on. Focus on the following elements to pivot and rebuild your business: First, Read More

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Building a greener Ontario

June 2, 2020

I am proud to work for a company that strives to make positive contributions to the Whitby community – both as a normal course of business and during a public health emergency. Gerdau manufactures structural steel, piling, rebar, merchant bar, and special bar quality products for the agricultural, automotive, construction, distribution, energy, industrial, and mining Read More

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