Chamber Blog

The 2021 Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) AGM and Policy Resolution Debate took place again virtually, on May 5, 2021, 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 voting capabilities all in real-time. And congratulations Read More

Inclusive procurement is a positive business process that supports the purchase of goods or services from minority-owned and historically underutilized groups in order to advance social and economic development. These underutilized groups include Women; LGBTQ+ and people with disabilities. Inclusive procurement is the process of diversifying a company’s supply chain. Supplier diversity programs can be Read More

Understanding the value of your chamber membership is key to growing your business, just ask our Chamber Champions! As the Manager of Engagement & Outreach, I have the pleasure of introducing you to programming, savings, unique and innovative opportunities for growth but then it’s up to you to really take advantage of everything the chamber Read More

The Advocacy Committee had the opportunity to meet with His Worship, Mayor Don Mitchell, on March 17, 2021, to discuss the needs of local businesses and gather a better understanding of ongoing Town of Whitby initiatives and their impact on the greater community. The committee developed an agenda focused on the Town’s economic recovery plans, Read More

On March 25th, Regional Chair John Henry highlighted pandemic recovery and growth opportunities at the 2021 Regional Chair’s Address. Once again, the event was jointly hosted by the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade, Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, and Whitby Chamber of Commerce, and a virtual audience of nearly 200 business leaders attended. This event was Read More