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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, August 4, 2016 | 18 Internet access in remote areas good for business in Oakville by David Lea Oakville Beaver Staff Internet access in remote/rural areas of Ontario and beyond, is good for business in Oakville. The Oakville Chamber of Commerce is getting behind its Ontario counterpart in calling on the provincial government to commit dedicated infrastructure funds to develop and expand broadband Internet access to remote and rural areas of the province. The two chambers note access to high-speed Internet is essential for Ontario businesses to compete in the 21st century global economy. "Local businesses in Oakville are becoming increasingly dependent on Internet access for their everyday business practices," said Kerry Colborne, Oakville Chamber of Commerce chair. "High-speed Internet access has become a necessity for doing business in today's economy and it is critical that all regions across Ontario have access to this essential infrastructure." While the Oakville and Ontario chambers acknowledge broadband investments made by the Government of Canada in the recent federal budget, they noted Internet access continues to be an issue in parts of Ontario. A letter from the Ontario chamber to the Premier identifies three key recommendations the Ontario government should address. These are: · Developing a robust broadband investment strategy that acknowledges that broadband is an essential infrastructure investment, and creates space for continued private-sector investment · Building partnerships across all levels of government in order to leverage funding and respond to local need. Recognizing that the private sector has driven investment in broadband infrastructure, the chambers also recommend an intergovernmental funds matching formula that will continue to incentivize large private sector investments · Benchmarking Ontario's Internet speeds and access. In order to ensure Ontario is able to compete in a technology-driven global economy, it is necessary to create broadband infrastructure that is equal with those of other globallycompetitive jurisdictions "Just as businesses depend on roads and electricity, high-speed Internet is fundamental to advancing the province's economic interests," said Allan O'Dette, CEO & President of the Ontario Chamber. "Committing funds to broadband infrastructure in rural and remote regions of the province will ensure that economic fragmentation is reduced in Ontario." When you retire, miss work more than the paycheque. Marc Nutford - Financial Advisor 2387 Trafalgar Road, Unit E2, Oakville, ON L6H 6K7 905-844-4043 · www.edwardjones.com/marc-nutford Get the Hottest Hair Looks Head back to school with a fabulous new style! $40 Student Special Book Today! Limited-time special with student ID. Cut & Style 418 Speers Rd, Unit #4, Oakville (West of Dorval ) | 905-582-4443 | www.santorinihairspa.com Shh...It'll Be Our Little Secret Airport Chauffeur "Hands down The BEST airport experience we have ever had... you will never go back to the old way" 75 Transportation is Changing oakville@driverseatcanada.com Call Mike 289.813.3833 *Cut out this ad and save 10% on your food bill *SAVE VE NOW 10% NE SAVE $ $250 living furn iture AILD AILD VAILD AT 1011 Uppermiddle Rd East & 217 Cross Ave Oakville(DINE IN ONLY) This coupon is only valid at 1011 Uppermiddle Rd E & 217 Cross Ave in Oakville ON. This coupon entitles you to 10% off your food bill before tax. Only one coupon per table. Taxes extra. No cash value. Expires on August 1, 2016. September 1st DINE IN ONLY Hair Studio 1 ANNIVERSARY DEALS! Haircut only for men and women. Purchase any other service and get t be combined with any other Offer Expires Aug 31 2016, canno disappointment. offer. Book early to avoid $16.00 We're Celebrating Our 16th Anniversary! Nominated in this year's Reader's Selection Awards! $16.00 off. 2368 Lakeshore Rd. W, Oakville (back entrance) To book an appointment please call 905-469-0344 www.hairstudio1.ca Hairstudio1mn W ! NOOOBODY! WHO'S BETTER? 648 RECLINING SOFA #102229 RECLINING LOVESEAT $578 RECLINER $448