Windsor & District

     Chamber of Commerce

 

 

Windsor & District Chamber of Commerce Electronic Update

E-UPDATE

 

JUNE 8, 2004 

 

Dear Member,

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

CHAMBER POLICY & NEWS

2004 FEDERAL ELECTION - CHAMBER WILL HOST THREE POLITICAL CANDIDATE DEBATES

As a part of our 2004 Federal Election Strategy, the Chamber's Government Relations Committee is hosting three Political Candidate Debates, one for each of the three ridings in Windsor and Essex County. The Chamber is encouraging its members to attend these three events, as the best way to be informed about the local candidates and their views in this election. A continental breakfast will be provided with a nominal charge to cover the cost. Details about the debate and the election are available on our Elections Web Page. 

 

For further information on the debates you can also contact Igor Siljanoski at 966-3696 ext. 28

 

ONTARIO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ISSUES REPORT ON COSTS OF BORDER DELAYS

Border delays are costing the Ontario economy billions of dollars, according to a study released by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. The clogged and inefficient border crossings are taking $5.25 billion a year out of the Ontario economy and the overall loss to Canada's economy is estimated at $8.3 billion. 

 

Michael Robinson, the Windsor & District Chamber of Commerce Spokesperson on Border Issues and the Chamber's representative on the Ontario Chamber's Border & Trade Development Committee, provided comments on the report. "We're trying to get every level of government focused on this. We had announcement after announcement but not much action," Robinson said in a statement to the media. 

 

Windsor & District Chamber of Commerce Media Release on the Ontario Chamber of Commerce Report

 

Ontario Chamber of Commerce Full Report Release

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

 

68th ANNUAL MEMBERS GOLF TOURNAMENT

Monday, June 14, 2004 - Pointe West Golf Course

Sponsored by: MaXess Networx 

ONLY 9 FOURSOMES LEFT for the 8:00 a.m. shotgun start! 

You don't have to have a foursome to participate.

Mark your Calendar now for this popular tournament. AFTERNOON SHOTGUN IS SOLD OUT!!! 

Promote and maximize your company's exposure by donating a Golf Prize for this elite annual tournament. Contact Carol Truong at 966-3696 ext. 30

 

JUNE AFTER BUSINESS TRADESHOW

Thursday, June 17, 2004 - Windsor Yacht Club

This is the only summer tradeshow, boasting 28 exhibitors! Come and Enjoy the water view. 

Booths Sold Out, Tickets Available for Viewing of Tradeshow and Networking 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. 

Tickets $12, $15 at the door, $20 for non-members. 

To register visit Events Online or call Kathie Stevens at 966-3696 ext. 31

 

CHAIRMAN’S BALL

Friday, June 25, 2004 - Casino Windsor

Gold Sponsor: Casino Windsor

Silver Sponsor: Valiant Corporation

Bronze Sponsors: Blonde & Little Insurance, Canadian Tire East (Peter Edmonson Ent.), Mr.Copies, Media Street Productions, Windsor Family Credit Union

Mark your calendar now for this "must attend" event celebrating Chamber Chairman Marty Komsa and this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award recipients Gerald Freed & Alan Orman. Tickets: $100. 

For more information or to order tickets visit Events Online or call Karen McKeown at 966-3696 ext. 21 

 

GOOD MORNING WINDSOR ESSEX COUNTY

Tuesday, June 29, 2004 - Boppers Cafe, La Salle

Hottest Leads Program - Roundtable Presentations and Networking. Tickets: $12. Must Pre-Register before June 24, 2004. Continental breakfast will be provided, presentations begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. To register visit Events Online or call Carol Truong at 966-3696 ext. 30

 

LATE SUMMER AFTER BUSINESS
Thursday, August 12, 2004 - Hiram Walker Brand Centre

Sponsored by: Hiram Walker Brand Centre. Food is provided by Koolinis

Tours Available, Music on the back terrace. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Cocktails: 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tickets: $12, $15 at the door, $20 for non-members. 

To register contact Kathie Stevens at 966-3696 ext. 31 

 

 25th ANNUAL CHALLENGE CUP

Sunday, September 12, 2004 - Ciociaro Club 

This year's theme: "Toga Party- Come Out and Conquer the Cup" Games begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Ciociaro Club- 3745 North Talbot Road. Great sponsorship opportunities still available.

$355 for site registration, $360 for larger site. 

To Register visit Events Online or contact Kathie Stevens at 966-3696 ext. 31

 

   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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