Posts by Whitby Chamber
Why Read a Land Acknowledgement?
You may have heard at the beginning of an event, meeting, or lecture, “We acknowledge that we are gathered on the traditional and treaty territory…” This line is the beginning of a Land or Territorial Acknowledgement, but why are they done? Land Acknowledgements are part of the many steps of the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions’ Read More
Read MoreWhitby Chamber of Commerce’s Inaugural Black History Month Event – Growth, Promise and Beyond
On February 2, Whitby Chamber of Commerce held its inaugural Black History Month event developed in partnership with the recently formed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee. The theme of the event was Growth, Promise and Beyond. The event focused on providing a greater understanding of inclusive procurement, programming available to support Black entrepreneurs, and there Read More
Read MoreAdvocacy Committee Attends Regional Business Support Webinar
On February 2 I joined a local Regional Business Support webinar hosted by Whitby MPP Lorne Coe with The Honourable Lisa MacLeod, Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism, and Culture. The focus of the event was to update on restrictions and supports for those in the culture, sport and tourism sectors as well as the small Read More
Read MoreAdvocacy Committee meets with MP Turnbull
On Friday, January 15, 2021, the Advocacy Committee met with MP Ryan Turnbull to discuss various topics regarding business support in our community and working towards economic recovery. On the agenda were items including business grant programs, agricultural sector support, infrastructure upgrades, broadband, and taxes. We also were able to follow up on some of Read More
Read MoreThe Whitby Chamber of Commerce Advocacy Survey 2021
The Advocacy Committee is here to support the business health of all members of the Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC). We organize our efforts as a Committee to reflect the priorities that are presented to us by you as our members. The Chamber works with other Chambers and Boards of Trade in Durham Region and Read More
Read MoreNew year, new committee member
Over the tremendously stressful months of the pandemic it was easy to see just how hard the Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) team, like Chambers all across Ontario, have worked to support its member businesses and organizations. It has driven home to me that no business, big or small, should feel alone or unassisted. It’s Read More
Read MoreWhitby Chamber Board of Directors nominations open
The business community continues to experience significant challenges and have experienced a year, like no other. Through it all, the Whitby Chamber of Commerce, its staff and Board of Directors have strived to support the business community to sustain and grow their business while navigating through a transformative change. The Chamber is now looking for Read More
Read MoreTerry Johnston named 65th Peter Perry Award winner at annual Whitby Chamber event
WHITBY, Ont., November 13, 2020 – “Are there any Peter Perrys in this room tonight? Are there any in the Town of Whitby tonight?” Judge John Pritchard asked the crowd at a 1955 dinner sponsored by the Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC). The following year, the first Peter Perry was awarded to Donald Wilson. Sixty-five Read More
Read MoreTerry Johnston named 65th Peter Perry Award winner at annual Whitby Chamber event
“Are there any Peter Perrys in this room tonight? Are there any in the Town of Whitby tonight?” Judge John Pritchard asked the crowd at a 1955 dinner sponsored by the Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC). The following year, the first Peter Perry was awarded to Donald Wilson. Sixty-five years later, this tradition continues, recognizing Read More
Read MoreAn interview with Dave Paterson: Celebrating 30 years of Chamber membership
Each year, the Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) recognizes member milestones by dropping by long-time Chamber member businesses to deliver a certificate congratulating them on their membership and dedication to the business community. Local staple Royal Ashburn Golf Club is celebrating their 30th year as part of the membership, so we took this opportunity to Read More
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