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	Testimonial “I joined The Greater Dufferin Area Chamber of Commerce to make a difference in the community in which I live and work. This Chamber has a strong track record in making a positive contribution to the businesses and the community at large. It is because of their commitment to the betterment of Dufferin that I got involved not only as a member but as a Board Director. I feel that involvement in GDACC not only provides me with the satisfaction of connecting with Dufferin residents, but it also ensures that the business I represent is connecting with community needs” *Pete Renshaw-Bell*


	Dufferin Women in Business Luncheons Mark your calendar's for the following Dufferin Women in Business events. Wednesday February 24, Orangeville Agricultural Centre, 11:30am-1:30PM, Topic: The Secrets to Successful Worklife Balance, Speaker: Carol Ring, Vice President Business Transformation for Rogers Communications Wednesday March 24, Orangeville Agricultural Centre, 11:30am-1:30pm, Topic: Olympic Spirit, Speaker: Bernadette Bowyer, Former Olympian.


	Theatre Orangeville Join the Chamber of Commerce this January and you could win a pair of tickets to see the World Premiere of Freedom Eighty Five. February 18th-March 7th, 2010 To find out about upcoming shows www.theatreorangeville.ca

The Chamber of Commerce is recognized in every corner of the county as an organization dedicated to good business and we are proud to say that we have continued to earn our reputation as Dufferin’s 'Voice of Business'.

We are the largest networking group in the Greater Dufferin Area, with 500+ members. This allows our members excellent networking opportunities to promote their business.

This would not have been achieved without the active participation of you, our members. It is through local involvement that the Chamber continues to be the leading organization representing the broadest and most inclusive business network in Dufferin County.

February 2010 Newsletter

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	Business Pandemic Plan The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and The Wellington-Dufferin Health Unit are encouraging local businesses to prepare themselves for the H1N1 virus this fall. Despite the fact that the disease has decreased its spread over the summer, health officials warn that the fall could bring damaging effects to businesses if they aren’t prepared. This warning emphasises the importance for businesses to put an Infectious Disease Plan in place, before they are affected by work interruptions from their staff or their suppliers. Most businesses may already have a plan for disaster preparedness, which only applies to tornados, fire, floods etc. To read more on this article. To find out what you can do, click here to download The Ontario Chamber of Commerece, Pandemic Tool Kit.


	Annual General Meeting March 31, 2010 Annual General Meeting Wednesday March 31, 2010 6:30PM-Networking 7:00PM-Meeting Location: Galaxy Theatre Orangeville Please be advised that the 2010 Annual General Meeting will be held Wednesday March 31st at 6:30pm at the Galaxy Theatre in Orangeville for the purpose of receiving and approving the annual report, the financial statement and electing the officers and directors for the 2010-2011 term of office. Reports from the Dufferin County Manufacturers Association, the Dufferin Federation of Agriculture and the Dufferin Women in Business along with event and activity updates will be included in the Annual Report. As Members of the GDACC this is your right to voice your opinion and give guidance to the Board of Directors to act on your behalf, by attending the Annual General Meeting. Please support those wishing to stand as Directors and give them your vote of confidence. We look forward to seeing you there. Please acknowledge your attendance at rsvp@gdacc.ca by Monday March 22nd or by calling 519-941-0490.


	Dufferin Women in Business March Luncheon Dufferin Women in Business March Luncheon DWIB is a not-for-profit organization within the Chamber where women in business can network over a wonderful lunch, in a relaxed atmosphere. Networking is a good low cost way to promote and advertise your business, while learning new things to try and meeting other like-minded professionals like you. Featuring Guest Speaker Bernadette (Casey) Bowyer Bernadette has experienced the ups and downs of the olympic dream. In 1992, she suffered a career ending injury in the final Olympic game in Barcelona in woman's field hockey. This injury also put an end to her career as a Peel Regional Police Officer. But that didn't stop Bernadette. Her strength and determination translated into her work with children as a foster parent and retreat facilitator at Mount Alverno Retreat Centre. She is the proud mother of three beautiful children, and is the director of a local Catholic Youth group. Topic: Her Olympic Story Date: Wednesday, March 24, 2010 Time: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm Location: Orangeville Agriculture Centre Prices: Early bird price, $25.00 per ticket for members, $32.00 per ticket for non-members. On or before Monday March 22, 2010 at 4:00PM Tickets can be purchased online under the event registration tab, or by calling the office at 519-941-0490 After Monday March 22 - $35.00 for members and non-members per ticket. On-line payment is now available. Choose the Event Registration button from the left side. Payment can be made by Visa or MasterCard, or in the office by Cheque, Cash, Debit, Visa or Mastercard. A space will not be reserved unless payment is received. Profit Free, Business Promotional only table: $15.00 door prize (table space is 3t), Vendor Sales Table (full table 8ft): $25.00. Please bring your own table covering. This space must be booked through the office PLEASE NOTE DWIB WILL CHANGE BACK TO THURSDAYS IN APRIL!


	Nominations are now Open for the 2010 Board of Directors If you wish to make a difference in your community, we hope you will consider becoming a board member of the Greater Dufferin Area Chamber of Commerce. We need talented, dynamic leaders to help us continue to be "The Voice of Business" in Dufferin County. If you are interested in joining the Board, Nominations need to be received to the Chamber office no later than March 1, 2010. Nomination forms are available at the office. To read more about the position please CLICK HERE or contact the office at 519-941-0490


	Nominations for the 2010 Business Excellence Awards are now Presented by: Nominations for the 2010 Business Excellent Awards are now Closed. Thank you to those who participated, and congratulations to the nominees. The year's list of nominees will be released as soon as they have been contacted. Business Excellence – under 25 full time employees: sponsor RBC Royal Bank Business Excellence – over 26 full time employees: sponsor Scotiabank Customer Service Excellence: sponsor Meridian Credit Union New Business Excellence: sponsor Best Western Orangeville Inn and Suites Dufferin Business Woman of the Year: sponsor Gord Davenport Automotive Ltd. **New category - Small Office – Home Office Excellence: sponsor Patti Reid Insurance Agency New category - Skilled Trade Excellence – sponsor Orangeville Hydro Dufferin Home Builder Excellence: sponsor Enbridge Gas Distribution Community Service – Not for Profit Excellence: sponsor Carters Professional Corporation Chamber Member Excellence: sponsor Collins Barrow Chartered Accountants Environmental Excellence: Town of Orangeville Manufacturing Excellence: sponsor Dufferin County Manufacturers Association Agricultural Business Excellence: Town of Shelburne Community Business Student Excellence: sponsor TD Canada Trust** For more information please contact the office at 519-941-0490. Tickets are no on sale: $100.00 + gst Members and $110.00 + gst for non-members. To purchase tickets please select event registration on the left side of the website, this will take you to the page to purchase tickets, or contact the office at 519-941-0490.


	Welcome New Chamber of Commerce Members for February Please let our members know you saw them on our website. Thirty-One Conveyor Co. Ltd. Jarrod Overy Orangeville 519-307-0412 www.31conveyor.com Designs and manufactures converying systems and custom fabricated equipment primarily for food processing industry. Secure Benefits Solutions Thomas C.G. Bulloch Orangeville 519-942-4687 www.securebenefits.ca Employee Benefits including ASO and fully insured programs, EAP Programs, Health Spending Accounts, Group Critical Illness and Disability Plans etc. Gourmandissimo Catering & Fine Food Adriana Roche 16023 Airport Rd. Caledon East 905-584-0005 www.gourmandissimo.com Food shop with take home meals and gourmet products, dining room for 50 Delmar Electric Del or Susan Lloyd Shelburne 519-925-4037 www.delmarelectric.ca An electrical contracting business that has been serving Ontario since 1989. With extensive experience in maintenance, repairs and construction Kurtz Millworks Larry Kurtz 493 Broadway Orangeville 519-941-7875 www.kurtzmillworks.com Old home specialists, custom architectural woodworking shop. Doors, Victorian, Gingerbread Trim, Wood Mouldings Lou-Lou’s Hair Salon Lorna Hyde-Whipp 32 First Street, 3rd floor Orangeville 519-941-2663 Hairsalon, all aspects of hairdressing offered BOSS ecoPower Devin Woodley Orangeville 519-938-9909 Specializing in the sales and installation of energy saving and natural power generating equipment.


	Advertising opportunities available This spot could be yours! Find out how you can utilize this spot to advertise your upcoming event, business or promotion. $50.00 per month or $75.00 in conjunction with an advertising in our monthly newsletter. Call today 519-941-0490

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Wednesday, Mar 10
05:30 PM	Business After 5 Event-MyVibe


	Benefitting from your Chamber Membership Looking for ways to get the most out of your Chamber Membership? We have compiled 10 helpful tips and strategies for doing business as a Chamber Member. To learn more about business advertising, networking and savings programs Click Here.


	Family Transition Fundraiser For more information visit www.taketwofilmfest.ca


	Member 2 Member Discounts As a member you have the opportunity to enjoy great savings on Member 2 Member discounts. These are discounts that are provided exclusively by our members to our members. Some are percentage savings, while others can save you hundreds of dollars. As a member you have the opportunity to take advantage of these discounts as well, you can pass on great savings to other members. If you are a member and you have a discount you would like to offer other members, please contact our office by email at radeana@gdacc.ca and provide the information for the discount. If you would like to find out what great discounts are available to you as a member please CLICK HERE.


	The Voice of Canadian Business-Connect Stay connected with The Canadian Chamber of Commerce newsletters. Get instant news updates, convenient at-a-glance view for upcoming events, current news and policy wins. Click Here to access current information.


	Business After 5 Networking Opportunities Mark these dates on your calendar: And bring lots of business cards for a great evening of networking 2010 Wednesday March 10, MyVibe, 48 Centennial Rd, Unit 8, Orangeville Find out what the Vibe is all about, great networking opportuntity meet other business people, bring lots of business cards. Please RSVP your attendance to this event no later than Monday March 8.


	The Real Value of Membership Find out why YOU should become a member of the Chamber of Commerce today. Click here to read more about "The Real Value of Joining the Local Chamber of Commerce."