Posts by Whitby Chamber

New mentorship program strengthens Durham’s entrepreneurial ecosystem

New program: Mentorship program logo

Every great achiever is inspired by a great mentor and the Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) aims to encourage these connections with the launch of its new Mentorship Program. In 2017, the WCC’s Young Entrepreneurs & Professionals (YEP) committee successfully piloted a mentorship program. Based on key learnings and the energy and enthusiasm communicated by Read More

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Whitby Chamber of Commerce changes up annual golf tournament

Whitby, Ont. – The Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) is thrilled to welcome its membership and community to enjoy a day on the picturesque greens of Royal Ashburn Golf Club for its 31st annual Golf Tournament on Tuesday, June 5, presented by Tournament Sponsor, 360insights. This year, the day will begin with breakfast sponsored by North Read More

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Whitby Chamber of Commerce hosts Provincial Election Forum

Whitby, Ont., May 14, 2018 – On June 7, 2018, Ontarians will head to the polls. The Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) will be hosting a 2018 Provincial Election Forum with candidates in the Whitby Riding. Moderated by Kevin Baker, Principal of the Durham College Whitby campus, this event will be a question-and-answer session versus Read More

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Durham Region joint Chambers/BoTs highlight transportation needs

Transportation Round Table supports infrastructure for large scale economic development DURHAM REGION, April 30, 2018 – The joint Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade of Durham Region, representing nearly 3,000 businesses, invited stakeholders to discuss the transportation issues facing Durham Region. The purpose of the round table event, held on April 24, was to Read More

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2018 Peter Perry & Business Achievement Awards nominations now open

Woman holding 2017 Business Achievement Award.

The Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) is honoured to host the 2018 Peter Perry & Business Achievement Awards gala at Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility on Thursday, November 15. A night that celebrates business excellence and highlights incredible community leaders. There are seven Business Achievement Award categories, including Business Achievement: 1-15 Employees, Business Achievement: Read More

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Whitby Chamber of Commerce has moved!

cardboard boxes in a pile

After months of packing, the Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) team, with the help of Hill’s Moving, has finally made the move from their office at 128 Brock Street South to their new home located at 209 Dundas Street East, Lower Level 5 (Suite B4) on March 9. Located east of Whitby’s four corners, the Read More

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WCC member helps launch Small Business Access

Kim Copetti speaks from podium at launch of Small Business Access

On February 12, Minister Leal joined Rocco Rossi, President and CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) and Whitby Chamber of Commerce’s (WCC) very own, Kim Copetti, Copetti & Co. Professional Organization, to announce the launch of Small Business Access, the new one-window service to help small business owners start, grow and support their Read More

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WCC member helps launch Small Business Access

Whitby, ON – On February 12, Minister Leal joined Rocco Rossi, President and CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) and Whitby Chamber of Commerce’s (WCC) very own, Kim Copetti, Copetti & Co. Professional Organization, to announce the launch of Small Business Access, the new one-window service to help small business owners start, grow and Read More

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Call for 2018-19 Board of Director nominations

Members of the 2017-18 Board of Directors pose for a photo.

Leading up to its 90th anniversary in 2018, the past 12 months brought many changes for the Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC). With a new Chief Executive Officer and organizational growth, the bulk of 2017 was spent laying the groundwork for an exciting new chapter. In addition to operational changes, the WCC’s Board of Directors Read More

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