WDG Public Health Region Moves to Yellow, Protect, LevelAs of Saturday, November 7, 2020 at 12:01 a.m., the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health region will be moved to the Yellow, Protect, level, within the new Keeping Ontario Safe and Open Framework.For the full news release, click here.The framework categorizes public health unit regions into five levels: Green–Prevent Yellow–Protect Orange–Restrict Red–Control, and LockdownEach level outlines the types of public h...

     A Message from Sally Litchfield, Interim General Manager: Hi everyone! While not new to CWCC, I am sitting in a different office for the time being as Interim General Manager, and thought I'd take this opportunity to re-introduce myself!  Having been with CWCC since early 2019 wearing a few different hats including event planning, bookkeeping, and marketing, I’m excited to have stepped into the Interim General Manager role. My background includes...

In an effort to support the continued health of our local business community, the Township of Centre Wellington and the Economic Recovery Subcommittee (which CWCC is a part of), are asking local business owners to complete the business support survey.

     A Message from Dana Burdenuk, General Manager: Good afternoon, With my last day at CWCC quickly approaching, I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you for your support. I've had an amazing and rewarding experience working with and serving our members, staff, board, partners, and volunteers. While I am quite excited for my new position here in the Centre Wellington community, I am also sad to say good bye. I will treasure my time, experiences and t...

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 CENTRE WELLINGTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PROVIDES COVID-19 GOVERNMENT AND BUSINESS SUPPORT UPDATES Ontario Implementing Additional Public Health Measures in Toronto, Ottawa and Peel RegionGovernment Taking Further Steps to Support Small Business in these HotspotsIn consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, the Public Health Measures Table, and local medical officers of health and other health experts, the Ontario government is introducing additional targeted public health me...

    Paul Walker The recent passing of Paul Walker has left his Chamber of Commerce friends and business family deeply saddened. Paul has been the voice of the Chamber for many years, dating back to the amalgamation of the Fergus and Elora Chambers and the erecting of the building that houses the Chamber office now. Whether it was Ribbon Cuttings, Board Meetings, Golf Tournaments or other Chamber events, Paul was always there. We will miss Paul’s cont...

     A Message from Dana Burdenuk, General Manager: Good afternoon, We're pleased to announce some of our Fall 2020 virtual events with topics including free WSIB resources and consulting available for small businesses, efficiencies and cost savings to help improve your business's bottom line, and resilient leadership. Check out the "Upcoming Events" section below for our September and October sessions and register on our events page. We look forwa...

     A Message from Dana Burdenuk, General Manager: Good afternoon, "What's Happening Centre Wellington" is back on, with a twist! Our Chamber team is now filming in-person Member Moments interview segments in our boardroom or onsite, with physical distancing measures in place. These 5-7 minute interviews enable our members to showcase their business and their unique Chamber success stories! The video links will be shared in our PULSE e-newsletter, on ...

 CENTRE WELLINGTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PROVIDES COVID-19 GOVERNMENT AND BUSINESS SUPPORT UPDATESCOVID-19 Energy Assistance Program for Small Business: Applications Begin August 31 The Government of Ontario is making $8 million available to support small business and registered charities who are struggling to pay their energy bills as a result of COVID-19. The COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program for Small Business (CEAP-SB) provides a one time, on-bill credit to eligible small business a...