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Small Businesses at the Heart of the Innovation Economy Small businesses have always been the backbone of Ontario’s economy, a driving force behind innovation and economic growth in the province. These resilient enterprises generate new ideas, create jobs and foster community resilience. In partnership with Desjardins, the Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce and Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) are delighted to unveil the annual Small Business Week Campaign, Small Business, Big Ideas. This year’s campaign will underscore the impact and potential of small business innovation and the importance of supporting these businesses beyond recovery and toward growth. Small businesses have a vital role [...]

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Delighted to bring the voice of the business community in the Upper Ottawa Valley to the conversation with our friends at Local Immigration Partnership to address labour shortages in our region through #immigrantsworks. Attracting new Canadians to stay in eastern Ontario | Ottawa Morning with Robyn Bresnahan | Live Radio | CBC Listen  

Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce Rallies the Business Community to Support The Nelson Street Pub Amid Road Construction Challenges  Demonstrating commitment to a stronger and more vibrant regional economy August 14, 2023 (PEMBROKE – August 14, 2023) – Critical infrastructure projects are necessary for economic development, but it seems as if all priority road construction this year has been launched at once with detours and traffic congestion dotting the landscape.  Commutes are taking longer, and many businesses are feeling the effects as traffic is redirected away from their storefronts or access is reduced with temporary fencing and road closures.  The [...]

Skilled and unskilled labour shortages remain a significant concern across Eastern Ontario. Recognizing the pivotal role of immigrant attraction and retention in addressing these shortages, our municipal leaders, economic development partners, and business owners have come together. The Local Immigration Partnership (LIP) - Lanark & Renfrew, in partnership with The Eastern Ontario Training Board (EOTB), Ottawa Local Immigration Partnership (OLIP), Réseau de soutien à l'immigration francophone de l'est de l'Ontario (RSIFEO), and St. Lawrence-Rideau Immigration Partnership – Leeds and Grenville, believe that a holistic regional immigration strategy is the key to success. "Although each partnering community is distinct, we share many [...]

Another glamourous evening is planned for the Annual Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards Gala, the premier business event of the year. As the Chamber celebrates 65 years, it is with pleasure that we announce Jon Pole, President and Co-Founder of mbc Media (My Broadcasting Media Corporation), as the recipient of the annual Lifetime Achievement Award. This award honours outstanding leaders who have made significant contributions to the advancement of business in our community over their lifetime. "With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Jon has established himself as a visionary leader with a deep understanding [...]

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