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February 24, 2004 

 

Dear Member,

This issue of our Electronic Update contains news, upcoming events and important announcements.  

CHAMBER POLICY & NEWS
CHAMBER MAKES  2004 MUNICIPAL PRE-BUDGET PRESENTATION  

On Wednesday, February 18th the City of Windsor held public consultations as a part of a new “2004 People Based Budget” process. Our Chamber provided its views on the 2004 Budget by making a public presentation to City Council and by releasing the 2004 Municipal Pre-Budget Submission. Speaking to City Council, Marty Komsa, Chair of the Board of Directors for the Chamber, presented eight recommendations for the 2004 City of Windsor Budget. Accompanying Marty Komsa was Ed Kanters, Chair of the Chamber’s Finance & Taxation Committee.

The Chamber’s presentation and the 2004 Pre-Budget Submission to City Council are also available by following the link below: 

Windsor & District Chamber of Commerce 2004 Municipal Pre-Budget Submission to City Council Speaking Notes (February 18, 2004)

Windsor & District Chamber of Commerce 2004 Municipal Pre-Budget Submission (February 18, 2004)

For more information on the Chamber's Municipal Pre-Budget Submissions call Igor Siljanoski at 966-3696 ext. 28.

UPCOMING EVENTS

            

STATS CANADA BREAKFAST SEMINAR

Tuesday, March 9, 2004 - Other Place Catering

Topic: Tracking Trends in Windsor, Demographic and Market Information Interpreted from the National Census. 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Tickets: $24 for members and $39 for non-members. This includes a full hot breakfast. To register visit Events Online or call Penny Bachmeier at 966-3696 ext. 31.

 

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER LUNCHEON

Thursday, March 25, 2004 - Ciociaro Club

In partnership with St. Clair College the Chamber is pleased to welcome keynote speaker Réal (Ray) Tanguay, President, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada to a Distinguished Speaker Luncheon.  Mr. Tanguay will be presented with St. Clair College’s Alumni of Distinction Award at this event.  Reception 11:30 a.m. Luncheon Program 12:00 noon.  Tickets $35.00.  Sponsorship opportunities available. For more information contact Marianne Burke at 966-3696 ext. 21 or Register Online.

 

ECONOMIC TUNE UP - ANNUAL ECONOMIC LUNCHEON

Wednesday, April 14, 2004 - Caboto Club

Sponsored by: BMO Financial Group

Distinguished speaker Dr. Sherry Cooper Executive Vice President at BMO Financial Group, Chief Economist, BMO Nesbitt Burns and Global Economic Strategist, Harris Bank.  12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m. Tickets: $35 for members and $40 for non members. For tickets visit Events Online or call Penny Bachmeier at 966-3696 ext. 31

 

“GOOD MORNING WINDSOR-ESSEX!!!”

Tuesday, April 27, 2004 - Gibson's Chophouse

Sponsored by: Gibson’s Chophouse

Hottest Leads Program – Roundtable Presentations & Networking.

Tickets:  $12.  Must Pre-Register. To register visit Events Online or call Carol Truong at 966-3696 ext. 30. 

 

AFTER BUSINESS SPRING SOCIAL 

Thursday, May 6, 2004 - The Bloomin Gardener

Relax with friends and associates in a greenhouse and outdoor patio setting. Featuring May flowers, pig roast, roasted chicken and all the summer sun and fun we can pack into two hours!

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Tickets: $12 or $15 at the door. To register visit Events Online or call Penny Bachmeier at 966-3696 ext. 31.

 

CHAIRMAN’S BALL

Friday, May 14, 2004 - Casino Windsor

Mark your calendar now for this must attend event celebrating the Chamber, Chairman Marty    Komsa and this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award recipients Gerald Freed & Alan Orman. Sponsorship Opportunities available, contact Marianne Burke for further details 966-3696 ext. 21.

 

DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER LUNCHEON

Wednesday, June 2, 2004 - Cleary International Centre

Distinguished speaker: U.S. Ambassador Paul Cellucci Topic: Canada - U.S. Relationship. 12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m. More details to follow. Major sponsorship opportunities available. For more information call Penny Bachmeier 966-3696 ext. 31.

 

68th ANNUAL MEMBERS GOLF TOURNAMENT

Monday, June 14, 2004 - Pointe West Golf Course

Mark you calendar now for this popular tournament.  Registrations begin next month.  Sponsorship opportunities available now, contact Marianne Burke for further details 966-3696 ext. 21.

 

    SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2003-2004

Sponsorship opportunities are available for all Windsor & District Chamber of Commerce events.  Review the package online. (pdf). 

 

ONTARIO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (OCC)

THE OCC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND 2004-05 POLICY DEVELOPMENT 

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce has begun reviewing resolutions on important Provincial business issues running up to its Annual General Meeting that will be held from April 30 to May 2, 2004. The OCC will receive resolutions from its own policy committees, Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade. The resolutions should be related to Finance & Taxation, Health Policy, Transportation & Infrastructure, Education, Energy and Borders and Trade Development issues. 

 

For more information on your Chamber's participation in these policy sessions visit our website's Policy Centre or call Igor Siljanoski at 966-3696 ext. 28.

 

Until Next Update,

 

Linda E. Smith

 

President

Windsor & District Chamber of Commerce

2575 Ouellette Place, Windsor, Ontario/ N8X 1L9

     Tel: 966-3696  Fax: 966-0603

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