C6 THE OAKVILLE BEAVER Wednesday, March 14, 2000^ A d v i s o r y T a x P r e p a r a t io n S e r v i c e s C O M M IT T E D T O R E D U C IN G T H E IN C O M E T A X T H A T YO U F A Y A NEWSLETTER OF THE OAKVR O A K V I L L E W orried You Might Be Paying More Incom e Tax Than N e ce ssary ? THE F A ST · At absolutely no cost to you. we will examine your last three years' tax returns to determine if you have missed any income tax savings. · If necessary, at our very affordable rates, we will amend your tax returns and reclaim from the Government, those monies that rightfully belong to you. And here is the best part; you do not pay us until you receive your refund. THE PRESENT · We will perform a detailed review of your current tax information and prepare your personal income tax return; all the while ensuring that you take advantage of all possible deductions. THE FUTURE · As we do with all our clients, each year we will review your personal income tax situation and create a personalized plan for you that will continue to ensure that you are availing yourself of all possible deductions and at the same time, removing any doubt that you are paying only those taxes necessary. C H A M B E R a f C O M M E R C E Oakville Chamber of Commerce 170 Country Squire Lane Oakville, ON L6J 4Z3 Tel: (905) 845-6613 Fax: (905) 845-6475 AM APPO?tTTMEMT 2320 Guildstone Crescent, Oakville. Ontario L6M 3Y8_______ (9 0 5 ) 4 6 9 -8 7 7 7 WE TAKE YOUR TAXES PERSONALLY I need a quality printer who can get the job done. W h o should I call? Website: www.oakvillechamber.com E-mail: info® / t a x i i President's O AKVILLE U N ITE D TAXI LTD . 905-338-0044 SOMERVILLE G R A P H IC S IN C (905)829-9929 . Printers of the Oakville Chamber of Commerce Newsletter 252 Kerr St., O a k v ille L6K 3B2 Bus: 338-1762 Fax: 338-5 644 TROPHIES LIMITED "Serving Halton for over 20 years" 775 Pacific Rd., Unit 26 O O CORPORATE AWARDS ACADEMIC AWARDS SPORTS AWARDS PLAQUES & MEDALLIONS 9 0 5 . 8 4 4 .1 0 1 8 High Quality Large Format Digital Printing* for All Your Needs: · Posters & Banners O O =£> SUBLIMATED PRINTING ON PLAQUES & NAME BADGES · Trade Show Graphics · Floor Graphics · Vehicle Graphics ` 1440 DPI for photographic clarity O ENGRAVING ON GLASS STEINS & MUGS 905 847-1956 - Corporate & Commercial In January the Board approved the draft Strategic Plan for discussion with our committees, and with members at large. We are in the process of soliciting feedback, with the goal of final approval in March. The draft includes a vision of "Helping You Reach N ew Heights, " and the mission statement affirms that we intend "To be a leader and innovator that promotes the growth and I prosperity o f business." The Strategic Plan outlines the Chamber's fundamental goals and objectives, as well as detailed strategies and actions. The key elements of our draft Plan include the following strategies and actions. · Investigate and develop new sources of revenue generation to offset the costs of (a) operating the Chamber of Commerce and (b) the Visitor Information Centre, and (c) fund new and expanded programs and services. · Devise and implement an ongoing means of researching and analyzing data and issues of importance to the Chamber. (We need to ensure that we know our "market.") · Survey the local business community with respect to needs, desires and expectations, in order to fine-tune programs and services, anticipate market trends and retain I increase membership. · Formulate a detailed marketing plan geared to retaining existing members and attracting new members. · Formulate and implement a comprehensive communications plan (ensure we get the word out most effectively). · Improve office facilities with adequate office and boardroom space, preferably with room to hold more events on-site. · Initiate a CEO Business Forum to attract and involve more large businesses in the Oakville Chamber. · Play a stronger advocacy role for all businesses, large, medium and small. · Develop meaningful strategic partnerships to enhance cost-efficiencies and eliminate duplication and overlap. (We believe there is scope for collaborating with others to resolve common issues, achieve common objectives and save money.) · Structure the Chamber organization along functional lines. y In terms of structure, we intend to reorganize our processes into three functional Teams which will focus on increasing our relevance and value to: 1) the business community at large, including members and non-members alike, 2) our members specifically, and 3) the Chamber itself from an internal organizational perspective. Each of these three functional Teams will be dedicated to the following specific activities, supported by Task Forces: · Business Services Team - including task forces dedicated to Advocacy, Education and Training, Awards and Promotion. · Member Services Team - with Services, Events and Benefits task forces. · Chamber Support Team - with task forces dedicated to Marketing, Communications, Information Technology, Research and Analysis. We propose that several of the task forces come together on an as-needed, rather than standing, basis. Currently our Committees meet every month. Under the new structure, some task forces will come together for special projects and to initiate or undertake certain short-term assignments consistent with our key objectives (e.g., Marketing Plan, Communications Plan, international trade events, etc.) As we each consider the Strategic Plan, we should reflect upon what the elements of the mission statement signify to us in the context of the Plan. For example, how can we best demonstrate leadership and innovation in terms of our participation as members of the Chamber, of the Board, as other volunteers and staff? How can we best contribute to the growth and prosperity of our Chamber Members and our business community? How can we ensure that our service to business embraces the full spectrum, from the large multi-nation als to the home-based entrepreneur and everything in between? The next few months will continue to be a period of transition to position the Chamber to meet the challenges of the 21 st century. I again invite each of you to become partners in the changes as we move forward. i REPORT Brian Barrington, President . F QIIEUP REH n* AIr f Don Crossley Executive Vice Prsi 2000 Rotary Chamber 0 Awards for Business Ext O n February 6th over 300 people from the O akville B usiness com m uur* the presentation o f the follow ing aw ards to: Sheila Morrison Jeff McFarlane Chris Carnovale Neil Barran Sharis Grigorian Lorraine Green Jim D'Orazio - Basket Designs of Oakville, C o-R ecipient - Entrepreneur o f the 'ear IT Exchange Inc., - Sunveil Sunwear, , C o-R ecipient - Entrepreneur o f (he 'e a r R ecipient - M anufacturer o f the Yea' - ProCURE com. R ecipient - N ew B usiness o f the Y eJ - L'Atelier Grigorian, R ecipient - R etailer o f the Year - Lorraine's Pantry, C o-R ecipient - Service Provider o f fc e ' - D'Orazio Group of Companies, C o-R ecipient - Service P ro v id ero f t i e ' CO N G R A TU LA TIO N S T O A LL O F T H E R EC IPIEN TS. T H E flN A W H O W E R E N O M IN A TED ! It w ould certainly seem to indicate thatO al in w hich to d o business, and in addition w e are setting som e pretty h gh a w ide variety o f sectors. We are very pleased to report that a total o f over $37,000 w as raised as a n as scholarships for furthering the education o f those H igh School stude assistance. In sum m ary a W IN - W IN for all o f those involved. A special THANK Rotary C lub o f O akville W est w ho again w orked so hard w ith assuring tt event. Leading Supplier of Permanent & Temporary Staffing in Oakville Area hllowtree C ustom er Se r v i c e T r a in in g Marcia IBarhydt M arch 2001 268 Lakeshore Road E. Suite 110, Oakville, ON L6J7S4 1 ` 14 Business After Hours - Sponsored by Knights of Columbus 15 Starting a Small Business - Panel lime 5-7 p.m. Location: Knights of Columbus (1494 Wallace Rd.) Time 7-9 p.m. Location: Chamber office (170 Country Squire Lane) The panelists featured are experts in their fields which include: Accounting, Insurance, Marketing, Customer Service, Investment Cost: No charge to Oakville Chamber members and their employees Cost: No charge but RSVP's are required. Please note that panels are held based on sufficient registration. Adecca THE EMPLOYMENT PEOPLE 97 Mill Street North Brampton, ON L6X1T7 1-877-212-8343 7 0 0 D o r v a l D r ., S t e . 1 1 1 O a k v il le Advertising: 842-5173 e-mail: willowtree-cda@home.com April 2001 1 "A Taste of Oakville" lime 1-4 p.m. Enjoy sampling the cuisines of 5 of Oakville's Downtown Restaurants while socializing with friends and fellow Chamber Members Time 5:15-8:30 p.m. Location: Otello's Banquet Hall (2273 Royal Windsor Dr.) Speaker: Mrs. Chips Klein Topic: "1 Want to be the Queen of Spain." A presentation an Mentoring and Networking Time: 5-7 a.m. Location: Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites lime: 7-9 p.m. Location: Chamber office (170 Country Squire Lane) The panelists featured are experls in their fields which include Accounting, Insurance, Marketing, Customer Service, Investment Banking, Law & Personal Success Planning Cost: $25 (+gst) per person, space is limited | The monthly "Chamber News" and Annuaf |B l the business community. Members may adwerl Seminars & Workshops: The Chamber sponsors a variety of inforhnati-ioj to assist members with issues affecting their I bi QUALITY HOTEL & SUITES Built in a park-like setting, overlooking beautiful Bronte Creek, our hotel will provide you with comfortable accommodations and banquet facilities to suit you. Certificates of Origin: Cost: $25 per person. RSVP by March 30th to Cynthia y Cost: no charge to OakvilleChamber members and their employees Cost: no charge but RSVP's are required. Please note that panels heU based on sufficient registration The Chamber notarizes and seals export doccu Commissioner for taking Affidavits on site. Tifh *2 Business Women's Network Dinner Home & Auto Insurance (group rates): Members could save as much as 10-15%. *11 Business After Hours Sponsored by Telus 19 Starting a Small Business - Panel Group Health & Life Insurance P ro g ra n m A comprehensive employee benefit program V Disability Income Replacement, Extended f i l e members and is particularly suited to thoSe v vy We'll make you feel right at home 754 Bronte Rd., Oakville, Ont. (905) 847-6667 Committees: The strength of the Chamber lies in its volun i t forth the views of the business community at it one of our numerous committees helps hone ? tacts. M ay 2001 9 Business After Houk sponsored by the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame and Museum IT Briefing on "Understanding How EBusiness Goes Wireless" Wellness Fair 2001 sponsored in partnership with Alternatives Market & The Wave 94.7 Time 5-7 p.m. Location: 1333 Dorval Dr. (in the Glen AbbeyGolf Club) Time 5:30-10 p.m. Location: Holiday Inn - Oakville Centre (590 Argus Rd.) Time 10 a.m. ^ p.m. Location: Alternatives Market Enjoy, free face painting for kids, a magician. Tai Chi/ self defence demonstrations, live music, fashion show, pet parade/dog show, door prizes and morel Cost: no charge to Oakville Chamber members and their employees Website Hosting & Design: Chamber Members can receive preferred pri i< agreement with a local Web Design Compar [H Canada's Best Community N e w sp a p e r^ * * * 0 . Cost: S25 (includes gst) for Members, S35 (includes gst) for Non-Members Price includes a buffet dinner Cost: free for the public Networking: Monthly opportunities to make new business > s potential customers in a social setting. Social: In addition to the formal networking events, Sporting Events & more. > Tourist Information Centre: Visit the Chamber office to pick up informati Cost: $175 (gst included) per golfer (price includes green fee, golf cart, dinner), $50 (gst included) per person for dinner only 31 Annual Golf Tournament Location: Carlisle Golf & Country flub Ford Credit is the Premier Time/format 11 a.m. shot gun start (registration Sponsor of this tournament 9-10 a.m.) with a scramble format. The O a k v i i * indicates th a t the event is open to Oakville Chamber Members (Future Members a re welcomed and encouraged to a ttend Chamber Member events, a s a guest!) NOTE: PREPAYMENT IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PAID FOR EVENTS, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EVENTS - EXCEPT BUSINESS AFTER HOURS To register, or for more details on any of these events, Please call the Chamber at (905) 845-6613. 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