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Statement from the WCC Board of Directors
We, the Whitby Chamber of Commerce, want to address some recent messages circulating online regarding our staff and volunteers. Since its inception, the mission of the Chamber has been to empower, connect and advocate for the entire business community, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation or other intersecting identities which make us unique. As a Read More
Read MoreChamber launching Diversity & Inclusion Committee
The tragic losses and countless victims all over the world have been met with a mixture of sadness and anger but must inspire action and real change. For generations we’ve witnessed the impact of systemic racism that has oppressed black, racialized and indigenous people. Change is long overdue, and the WCC joins the voices and Read More
Read MoreBuilding resilience in business: creating a market that meets the needs of customers
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
Read MoreAn interview with 2020 Jim Lavelle Award winner: Keith Cowley
On May 28, the Whitby Chamber of Commerce (WCC) held its Annual General Meeting in which it updated its membership on programming and finances as well as introduced the 2020-21 Board of Directors. In addition, the Chamber team had the pleasure of recognizing an individual for their volunteerism and commitment to the WCC by naming Read More
Read MoreBuilding a greener Ontario
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
Read MoreCOVID-19 and your benefits plan
It seems the only thing for certain these days, is uncertainty itself. Every facet of your business needs to be under the microscope but even then, it can sometimes be unclear what to look for. We know how refreshing it is to receive a guiding hand through the fog, and we’ve made it our #1 Read More
Read MoreBusiness Achievement Award nominations move online
The Whitby Chamber of Commerce has moved the Business Achievement Award (BAA) nominations to an online platform. This pilot was undertaken in Fall 2019 to increase clarity and convenience for nominators, nominees and evaluators. Recent events have forced us to function in a mostly online environment, making this change to the BAA’s process all the Read More
Read MoreRegional Chair John Henry meets with Advocacy Committee
On behalf of the Whitby Chamber of Commerce’s (WCC) Advocacy Committee, I would like to extend our most sincere appreciation to Durham Regional Chairman John Henry for sharing his time with us. A special thanks also to Simon Gill, Director of Economic Development and Tourism for his insight. These are extraordinary and challenging times, and Read More
Read MoreAdvocacy Day at Queen’s Park
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce held its 5th annual Queen’s Park Advocacy Day March 9. As your Advocacy Committee Chair, I attended the event and took part in group meetings throughout the day. It was an opportunity to speak to government leaders and policy staff from all parties, on a number of issues that impact Read More
Read MoreHindsight was 2020 at Chamber’s annual Connect Women conference
With more than 280 attendees, the Whitby Chamber of Commerce’s annual Connect Women conference welcomed the largest crowd in its nine-year history. This year’s event, Connect Women: Hindsight is 2020 presented by Beauty Foundations Clinic and The Vein & Laser Centre, took a look at the pinnacle moments in life that shape career successes, failures and great lessons. Read More
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