Ontario Extends Emergency Orders
TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health, has extended all emergency orders currently in force that were made under s.7.0.2(4) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act to July 22, 2020. The...
Ontario Starting Down the Path to Growth, Renewal and Economic Recovery
The Ontario government is taking the first step in a made-in-Ontario plan for growth, renewal and economic recovery. Today, the province introduced the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, proposed legislation that lays the foundation to restart jobs and development,...
Brian Sutherland – Lakeview Project Update – PODCAST
During the pandemic, many projects were put on hold, but not the Lakeview Project. Lakeview is led by Lakeview Partners and have a massive transformation underway on the lands where the Lakeview Generating Plant existed for decades. To give us an update on the project...
Historic COVID-19 Plan Provides Canadians With the Support They Need to Get Through the Economic Crisis
July 8, 2020 - Ottawa, Ontario - Department of Finance Canada The COVID-19 crisis is the challenge of our generation. The Government of Canada has responded with rapid and broad-based emergency support measures to protect the health and economic well-being of...
Ontario Introduces Legislation to Protect Public Health as Economy Reopens
TORONTO — Today, the Ontario government introduced proposed legislation that, if passed, would give the province the necessary flexibility to address the ongoing risks and effects of the COVID-19 outbreak. The proposed legislation is part of the government's plan for...
Bernie Shimkovitz – What You Need to Know About PPE – PODCAST
As thousands of businesses ready to open their doors, protection of staff and customers is paramount. Personal Protective Equipment or PPE was as scarce as hen’s teeth in March and April of this year. Now we are seeing masks, gloves, screens and hand sanitizer...
Government Proposes Made-in-Ontario Plan for Growth, Renewal and Economic Recovery
TORONTO — The Government of Ontario has developed a made-in-Ontario plan for growth, renewal and economic recovery. This plan includes measures that would make it easier and faster to build provincial highways, major transit infrastructure projects and quality,...
David Barnsdale – What’s Your Investment Portfolio Worth? – PODCAST
Many investors are flocking to the self serve low rate solution for investing. But is it really saving you money? If you’re a professional investor, good for you. You already know the answers. If you’re not in the game on a daily basis, then it’s time to do some...
Government of Canada invests in supports for apprentices to complete their training and find work in the skilled trades
In order to better position our country for a strong economic recovery, the Government of Canada is investing in our skilled trades to ensure that Canadians have the training they need to access these good, well-paying jobs. Today, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough,...
Ontario Launches Online Training to Promote Safe Workplaces
TORONTO ― As the province safely and gradually reopens, the Ontario government is investing $3 million to provide free online health and safety training for the first time. These virtual courses will make it easier for job seekers and workers to get essential...
Peter Hall – Economic Alphabet Soup – PODCAST
Economists are using various letters of the alphabet to describe global recovery. What do they mean and how does it impact Canada? To help us with the conversation is Peter Hall. Peter is the Vice President and Chief Economist for Export Development Canada. With over...
Ontario Supporting Restaurants as Province Safely Reopens
TORONTO — The Ontario government is helping restaurant and bar owners reopen and safely serve more customers by issuing a new emergency order and amending another under s.7.0.2 (4) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, which...
Brad Butt – Weekly Political Update – July 3 – PODCAST
The premier on Ontario extends emergency measures, the Mayor is calling for mandatory masks and CUSMA was welcomed in on July 1st, Canada Day. To help us with the details is Brad Butt. Brad is the Vice President of Stakeholder and Government Relations for the...
Ontario Marks Historic Implementation of New North American Trade Agreement
TORONTO — Today, Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade issued the following statement on the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA): "The Ontario government welcomes the implementation of this important trade agreement and looks...
Dr Dorian Lo – Opioid Abuse and Your Business
Opioid abuse. Just the sound of it sends shivers down your spine. It’s a massive health problem that has leaded into the workplace. What can you do as an employer to help your employee suffering from this addiction and how do you help the team around them? To help us...
Ontario Encourages Support of Local Small Businesses
TORONTO — The Ontario Government is celebrating International Small Business Week with the launch of the "Shop Local! Shop Safe! Shop with Confidence!" campaign, encouraging Ontarians to support their local small businesses and to shop safely while doing so. "The...
Mark Edgar – Flexible Working Strategies – PODCAST
Many employers are wondering what to do with some workers that want to return to the workplace but can’t and others who are being requested to return but are fearful of getting sick. One answer may be working on some flexible working strategies, which will accommodate...
MBOT is Hiring!
JOB DESCRIPTION – Corporate Relations Manager Company Name Mississauga Board of Trade - MBOT Contact Name / Title Anna Adams, Director, Membership Services Email Resumes Annie Anderson info@mbot.com please no calls Address/Website 701 – 77 City Centre Drive,...
