E-News April 19, 2023
The Chamber
Table of Contents
New Chamber Members
Opportunities
- Sponsor the 2023 Bracebridge/Muskoka Map
- The 2023 Outstanding Bracebridge Business Achievement Awards are Next Week!
- Atlas and Parkwood Networking Event
- Mayor’s Breakfast Event
- Concert this Saturday at the Bracebridge Hall
- Discover Morocco 8 - Day Tour
- Rotary Luau & Leis Gala
- MAHC Community Information Sessions!
- MAHC Job Fair
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JW Marriott Food & Wine Series
- WAT is Hiring Bus Drivers
- Health & Safety Leadership Survey Results Webinar
- Help End Homelessness in Muskoka
- Agilec Employment Support
- Elavon Limited Time Offer for Businesses
- K. Brewer Financial Services Inc./Chamber Plan
- BreezeMaxWeb - Google Marketing Expert
- Esso Mobil – Card Program
Grants, Funds & Information
- Apply for the FCC AgriSpirit Fund
- Review the 2023 OCC Federal Budget
- Muskoka Small Business Centre Summer Company Grant
- CDAP Grants
Community News
- Town of Bracebridge Leisure Guide
- Muskoka Maple Trail Registration Now Open
- Residents Against Muskoka Poverty
Mid - Month Articles
New Chamber Members
Edward Jones- Jeff Barnes
81 Manitoba Street, Bracebridge, ON, P1L2B3
Phone: (705) 645-4844
Website: Click Here
99 A Manitoba Street, Bracebridge, ON, P1L2B3
Phone: 1-705-794-4147
Website: Click Here
New Chamber Members
New Chamber Members
Brianna Goslin Mortgages
11 Brobst Forest Crescent, Bracebridge, ON, P1L 1C8
Phone: (705) 358-3387
Website: Click Here
10 Taylor Road, Bracebridge, ON, P1L 1S6
Phone: (705) 645-9444
Website: Click Here
New Chamber Members
Opportunities
The 28th Annual Outstanding Bracebridge Business Achievement Awards are SOLD OUT
Brought to you by:
Silver Sponsors: Lakeland Networks, and Stevens' Your Independent Grocer.
Bronze Sponsors: BDO Canada LLP, RBC Royal Bank, and Scotiabank
This event is a wonderful evening for the business community to come together to celebrate excellence and enjoy a night out!
Click Here FOR MORE INFORMATION!
Bracebridge Chamber Members, their guests and those with an interest in joining the Chamber are invited to a networking event hosted by Atlas Registered Massage Therapy and Parkwood Chiropractic.
"Appy Hour" . . Take a trip to see how we can map your way to wellness!
Demonstrations, Prizes, and a Great Event to Network.
We will enjoy appetizers from Stevens' Your Independent Grocer and soft drinks.
CLICKHERETOREGISTER
Click Here for the Informational Zoom Link
The Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Muskoka Lakes Chamber and the Parry Sound and Area Chamber of Commerce are planning a trip to Morocco!
On this 08-day journey discover the cosmopolitan coastal town of Casablanca and continue to Morocco’s capital Rabat; view some of the best-preserved Roman architecture in Rabat and lose yourself in the labyrinthine markets of the medieval medina of Fez. Witness the devilish charisma of the snake charmers and storytellers of Marrakech before returning to Casablanca.
Join us for an informational zoom meeting on Thurs. Apr. 20, 2023 at 6:30pm.
Building Muskoka’s Next Hospitals
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare is working through Stage 1.3 of the Ministry of Health’s capital planning process to build a new hospital in Huntsville on the existing property, and a new hospital in Bracebridge at a new location.
Join us at a Community Information Session to learn more!
We will review our planning journey and our progress to date, update you on the site selection process for a new location of the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital, and present the preferred property in Bracebridge
Or join us virtually from your home:
Monday, April 24: 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 26: 10:30 a.m.
Register for Zoom link
www.mahc.ca/infosessions
at
Dwight Community Centre
Port Carling Community
Tuesday,
Falls Arena
Huntsville Active Living Centre Thursday,
7 p.m. Gravenhurst Terry Fox Auditorium Saturday, April
10 a.m.
Rotary Centre for Youth Saturday,
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Monday, April 17 7 p.m.
Centre
April 18 7 p.m. Armour, Ryerson & Burk’s
Hall Wednesday, April 19 7 p.m.
April 20
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Bracebridge
April 22
p.m.
Raj Kuchibhatla
Managing Director | RKI
Raj has 22+ years of experience in Business Development, Marketing, and Management Consulting, developing strategic solutions for clients in various sectors and holding positions with RKI, Key Media, Northstar Research Partners and Rogers Publishing in Canada.
Penny Belluz
Director of Operations | Teleco
Penny is the Director of Operations for Teleco in Thunder Bay with over 25 years of experience in the telecommunications and technology industry, committed to health and safety and making a positive impact in the community through activities like volunteering with United Way and serving as Board Member and Treasurer for Our Kids Count.
David Smith
Partnership Account Manager, Manufacturing | WSPS
David is a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) with close to 20 years of experience in occupational health and safety, currently working at WSPS and volunteering with HSAP Program by facilitating OHS presentations for high school students.
Monika Mielnik
Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and Mental Health and Well-Being | Bell
Monika is an experienced senior HR professional at Bell Canada with 15 years of experience including managing complex strategic programs under the Bell Let’s Talk Workplace Health pillar and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy, building effective partnerships, creating an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
Homelessness@Muskoka.on.ca
Info
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Grants, Funds & Information
From our heart to your community
The FCC AgriSpirit Fund supports charities and non-profit groups in Canada’s rural communities, cities and towns, First Nations, Métis or Inuit governments/communities of fewer than 150,000 people.
If you’re committed to enhancing the lives of people in your area and making your community stronger, your project could qualify for up to $25,000.
Types of projects we fund
We support capital projects that enrich the lives of community residents.
Here are just a few examples:
• Refrigeration and equipment to support food waste reduction and recovery
• Construction of or upgrades to community buildings (hospital, sportsplex)
• Renovations or upgrades that reduce a building’s energy footprint
• Firefighting and rescue equipment
• Greenhouses and community gardens
• Initiatives that support agriculture and food View more of our past projects.
Applications are open from April 15 - May 15, 2023.
Apply online and get more information at FCCAgriSpiritFund.ca.
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland, presented Budget 2023 in the House of Commons. Our Senior Vice President, Policy and Government Relations, Matthew Holmes, attended the Budget Lockup and had the opportunity to view Budget 2023’s content through a business lens and this helps shape our reaction to the Budget.
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CLICK HERE TO REVIEW
2023 FEDERAL BUDGET
Participants in the Summer Company program receive training, handson coaching, mentorship, and the opportunity to receive up to $3,000 in funding for their summer business. The program is available to students between the ages of 15-29 who are returning to school in the fall.
Applications for the 2023 program will be accepted until May 20th, but we started accepting students starting March 1st. Students that apply earlier have a better chance of being selected for the program because we will accept students who have a good business plan and have submitted all the related paperwork before then.
Parents and students can learn more about Summer Company, program eligibility and complete an application here, but Beaudoin encourages anyone interested to contact her directly if they have questions or would like some help or advice.
“I’m happy to talk to any student who has an idea but isn't sure if the program is for them or how they should go forward with it,” she says. You can contact Program Coordinator, Holly Beaudoin at admin@muskokasmallbusiness.ca, call 705-646-9021, or visit their website at muskokasmallbusiness.ca to book a consultation.
Community News
The Spring/Summer Leisure Guide came out online March 9 at www.bracebridge.ca/SSLeisureGuide
There will be hard copies available for pick up at the Town office, Bracebridge Sportsplex and Memorial Arena
Registration for Swim Lessons began Wednesday March 22 , 2023 – 7:30 am
Camp registration date begins Wednesday April 26, 2023 – 7:30 am
Maple in Muskoka - Ontario's Premier Maple Destination
Maple season is just around the corner and Muskoka is positioning Muskoka as the premier destination in our Province to learn, taste and experience all things Maple!
The most Canadian of trails, the Muskoka Maple Trail features stops across Muskoka that have infused locally harvested maple syrup into their culinary or product offerings. From maple drizzled waffles to smokey-maple ribs, discover the incredible depth of Canada's most beloved natural product on the Muskoka Maple Trail.
The Muskoka Maple Trail runs March 10 - April 28, 2023 with an integrated marketing plan deployed over this period including paid digital to key target audiences, local radio, organic social media and broadcast via our partner at Destination Ontario.
The Muskoka Maple Festival is a family friendly street Festival that celebrates the maple harvest in Muskoka. It is a full day of fun and activities, vendors and displays, live music, street performers, a beer garden and maple inspired food. The 2023 festival take place on Saturday April 29 from 9am - 5pm on Main Street in downtown Huntsville.
Get involved! NEW this year we’ve made the price more accessible with access to this program only $100. Including mentions in the integrated marketing campaign and dedicated web listing.
Get creative with Muskoka Maple and be a stop on the Muskoka Maple Trail!
Muskoka Maple Trail AND Festival: Member $200 | Non-Member $325
Muskoka Maple Trail Only: Member $100 | Non-Member $175
Muskoka Maple Festival Only: Member $100 | Non-Member $150
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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