E-UPDATE

  September 5, 2003 

  Dear Member,

 This week’s Electronic Update contains Chamber's news, upcoming events and important announcements.

ONTARIO PROVINCIAL ELECTION CALLED FOR OCOTBER 2^nd

The Chamber will follow the Ontario elections, called for Thursday, October 2 and provide information on issues important to business. For up to date information on the elections you can visit our elections web page at www.windsorchamber.org or call 966-3696 ext.28.

CHAMBER POLICY COMMITTEE SCHEDULES FOR SEPTEMBER

The following Policy Committees have their first meeting in September:

Government Relations – September 12, at 9:00 a.m. (Chamber Boardroom)

Environment –September 15, at 12:00 noon (Chamber Boardroom)

Transportation Roundtable Committee – September 17, at 12:00 noon – (Mamma Mia Restaurant)

Finance & Taxation – September 24, at 12:00 noon (Chamber Boardroom)

For more information call 966-3696 ext. 29

CHALLENGE CUP - Ciociaro Club & Multiplex

Sunday, September 7^th, 2003 Location:

More than 5000 people will attend Challenge Cup to join in the fun and see the CHYR Live Concert taking place from 8:00 a.m. none stop through to 1:00 a.m. at the Ciociaro Club & Multiplex. Entrance to the licensed area known as Festival Tent City is just $4 at the gate. For more information call 966-3696

FREE LUNCH & LEARN – Members Only Benefit – How to Spot a Counterfeit Bill – Chamber Boardroom

Monday, September 8 at 12:00 noon or 2:00 p.m.   

Learn how to protect your organization from fraud; learn the difference between real & fake money.  Two sessions only – limited space.  For more information or to register for this event you can visit Events Online.  FREE for members with registration.  BYOL.

Presented by the Bank of Canada

CO-OPERATING WITH I.T. - BEFORE BUSINESS BREAKFAST - Other Place Catering

Thursday, September 18 at 7:30 a.m.          

The Information Management Technology Committee is preparing for their second event; the focus is on Co-op education and I.T. To register or for more information on this event you can visit our Events Online web page. Sponsored by CDI College

LATE SUMMER AFTER BUSINESS – AT 29 PARK STREET LOUNGE (AT OUELLETTE)

September 18, 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Complimentary Hors D’oeurves, Cash Bar, and Disc Jockey & Dancing. Tickets $15. Don’t miss this one!

To purchase tickets visit our Events Online or call 966-3696 ext.31.

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

DEADLINE – Thursday, September 25, 2003            

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2004 Business Excellence Awards Gala.  Check your July/August mailing or visit www.windsorchamber.org for nomination forms.  Mark you calendar for the business event of the year – Friday, February 6, 2004.

9 HOLE GOLF NETWORKING EVENT – Roseland Golf Club

Friday, September 26 - Afternoon   

Our first ever 9 hole golf networking event.  This event is geared to be a fun, non-competitive, 9 hole golf outing followed by a networking BBQ.  Click Events Online to register or for more information on this event.

Sponsored by StaffNet inc. and VMT value-added management & training

Until Next Week,

Linda E. Smith

President

Windsor & District Chamber of Commerce /2575 Ouellette Place, Windsor, Ontario/ N8X 1L9