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September 19
The Pipeline.

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Announcing Small Business Month 


Help us celebrate Small Business Month! We've got a lot planned and we are really excited to showcase the wonderful small businesses in Hamilton. Follow along using the hashtag #HCCLovesSmallBiz

Small Business Month Calendar




Small Biz Bash Open House - RSVP HERE



Grow with Google - RSVP HERE


HR Network Event
- Panel Discussion on Workplace Culture
RSVP HERE


Policy



ICYMI: Minister of Labour, Laurie Scott, Announces Pause in Minimum Wage Increase 

Last year, Ontario’s hourly minimum wage increased from $11.60 to $14 an hour. Under Bill 148, minimum wage was set to further increase to $15 an hour on January 1st, 2019.

Minister Scott recently announced that the scheduled increase in January will not take place. 

To read her announcement and rationale, click here.


Upcoming Events


October 25

Featured Event
City Manager's Breakfast 

Thursday, October 25
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Sheraton Hotel Hamilton
116 King St. W.
CLICK HERE for tickets


September 19

YEP Roundtable Social

Wednesday, September 19
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Radius Rooftop
151 James St. S.
CLICK HERE to register


September 20

Business After Business at Shawn & Ed Brewing Co. 

Thursday, September 20
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
65 Hatt Street
This event is currently at capacity.


September 27

LiON'S LAIR 

Thursday, September 27
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Liuna Station
360 James Street North
CLICK HERE for tickets


October 18

Business to Business Tradeshow

Thursday, October 18
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tim Hortons Field, Suite Level
64 Melsrose Ave. North
CLICK HERE to register


To register for any of these events please contact Whitney at 905-522-1151 ext. 100 or w.eames@hamiltonchamber.ca.


Looking to hire local talent for your business?





Featured Member


Scott Eccles, Eccles Auto Service
Eccles Auto Service is an award winning automotive repair facility that has been servicing the Dundas community and surrounding areas for over 34 years.
Bruce Eccles opened Eccles Auto Service in 1984. Starting with a small 2 bay shop with 3 employees, including his wife. Since then it has grown into 10 bays and 12 employees, including his son. Scott Eccles joined the family business in 2003. Over the past 15 years, Scott has worked in every role the business has to offer. From washing the bay floors to becoming a licenced technician. Then moving into a service advisor role and now managing the majority of the business’s operations.
Eccles Auto Service is always looking to prove themselves as one of the best shops in the country. Looking to stay on top of the ever changing technology in todays complicated vehicles and provide their staff with the necessary tools and training. However the company’s primary focus will always be to provide professional quality workmanship and an excellent customer service experience.


Welcome New Members!




Member Events




Bulletin Board


Please contact: Julia at j.jarusauskas@hamiltonchamber.ca to submit an event or news item.



Upcoming Division Meetings

 

Ancaster Division: October 12
 


       
Find out more about Connections, the Chamber's category-exclusive networking group HERE.

Next meeting: Sept 20
Click HERE to register.


Advertising Opportunities


 

Book your ad today! Time is Running Out. 


Place your ad in the 2019 Hamilton Chamber Membership Directory. Logo above your listing starts at $199.00 plus hst, we have 1/4 page, 1/2 page and full page ads available. Book now and get a 5% early booking discount. Artwork due October 1, 2018.

Booking space now. Contact Diane at 905-522-1151 ext. 220  d.stephenson@hamiltonchamber.ca


Membership Opportunities



Thinking about becoming a member? Want more information? Contact Sherri, and she would be happy to set up a meeting with you to discuss opportunities.


Include your flyer in Chamber Mailings


Include your flyer in Chamber mailings for 2018 ( for only $599.00 plus HST). Each mailing is sent to over 2000 Chamber members. Book three mailings and the fourth is free. Sent out in March, May, September and December. This is a great opportunity; act quickly as space is limited and fills up fast.

Booking space now for 2018.  Call Diane 905-522-1151 ext. 220 d.stephenson@hamiltonchamber.ca
 


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Use the code GSTH to save on tickets 
For qualifying events visit: 

www.ticketmaster.ca/groupdeals.

For more information contact: 
groupsales@coreentertainment.ca  



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Hamilton Chamber of Commerce
120 King St. W.
Plaza Level
Hamilton, Ontario L8P 4V2
Canada

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