January - Aurora Chamber of Commerce
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DATES<br />
TO<br />
REMEMBER<br />
TUESDAY, JANUARY 11<br />
LUNCH & LEARN<br />
Secure Your Small Office Data<br />
Presenter: Steve Chapelle,<br />
Information Security Expert<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Commerce</strong><br />
14483 Yonge Street, <strong>Aurora</strong><br />
Time: 12:00 noon – 2:00 pm<br />
Cost: $20 Members, $30 Guests<br />
THURSDAY, JANUARY 20<br />
NETWORKING BREAKFAST<br />
Sponsored by Honsberger<br />
Physiotherapy<br />
Hot buffet breakfast, formal<br />
networking, business card exchange<br />
St. Andrew’s Valley Golf Club<br />
4 Pinnacle Trail, <strong>Aurora</strong><br />
Time: 7:30 am – 9:00 am<br />
Cost: $20 Members, $30 Guests<br />
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 26<br />
INFORMATION SESSION<br />
How to Manage Your Small Business<br />
Electricity Costs<br />
with Time-<strong>of</strong>-Use Rates<br />
Sponsored by PowerStream<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> Public Library, Magna Room<br />
15145 Yonge Street, <strong>Aurora</strong><br />
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm<br />
Cost: Complimentary<br />
THURSDAY, JANUARY 27<br />
SPEED NETWORKING<br />
Joint event with Newmarket <strong>Chamber</strong><br />
St. Andrew’s Valley Golf Club<br />
4 Pinnacle Trail, <strong>Aurora</strong><br />
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm<br />
Cost: $10 Members<br />
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1<br />
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION<br />
BREAKFAST<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Commerce</strong><br />
14483 Yonge Street, <strong>Aurora</strong><br />
Time: 7:30 am – 8:45 am<br />
Cost: Complimentary<br />
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3<br />
BUSINESS AFTER FIVE<br />
Almac Conveyor Co. Ltd.<br />
420 Industrial Parkway South, <strong>Aurora</strong><br />
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm<br />
Cost: Complimentary<br />
Holiday Open House<br />
Our annual Holiday Open House is held as our way <strong>of</strong> saying “Thank you” to members for your<br />
continuing support <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Chamber</strong>. Thank you to the management and staff <strong>of</strong> Edward Street<br />
Bistro for their hospitality - it was a wonderful evening! On behalf <strong>of</strong> Welcoming Arms, we would like to<br />
thank <strong>Chamber</strong> members who donated so generously - $1641.25 in cash, food and merchandise<br />
vouchers was collected to support the needy <strong>of</strong> <strong>Aurora</strong>.<br />
Karen Wernham, Donna Gerrits,<br />
Nick and Kathie Caple<br />
Santa Claus Parade<br />
Barbara Hartwell and Kathy van Nostrand<br />
How do you go from an empty trailer to a beautifully decorated float? With the help <strong>of</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong><br />
Director Laurie MacDonald and her elves; <strong>Chamber</strong> members Patti Poulin-Ulbricht, Tina Konecny,<br />
Greg Smith, Bob Ince, and Kevin Vanderpost. Thank you to everyone who helped create our float,<br />
complete with glittering shopping bags. We received many compliments along the parade route.<br />
Congratulations also to the following <strong>Chamber</strong> members for their winning floats in the Santa Claus<br />
Parade: Bell Canada (Best Commercial Float), Hurst Bakery (Honourable Mention, Best Commercial<br />
Float) , Canadian Cancer Society / Relay for Life (Best Non Commercial), Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary<br />
School (Best School), The Piano Studio (Best Musical), and the Optimist Club <strong>of</strong> <strong>Aurora</strong> (Best Service<br />
Club).<br />
Photo credit David Falconer Photography
<strong>Aurora</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Commerce</strong><br />
Office Address:<br />
14483 Yonge Street<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 0P3<br />
Mailing Address:<br />
6-14845 Yonge Street, Suite #321<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 6H8<br />
Tel: 905-727-7262<br />
Fax: 905-841-6217<br />
www.aurorachamber.on.ca<br />
The Mission <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Aurora</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Commerce</strong> is to move <strong>Aurora</strong> business<br />
forward. Our Vision is <strong>Aurora</strong> business<br />
people, living, learning and thriving<br />
together.<br />
Judy Marshall<br />
Executive Director<br />
Nancy Eveleigh Browne<br />
Event Manager<br />
Caroline Rusnell<br />
Office Administrator<br />
Newsletter Editor<br />
DIRECTORS FOR 2010-2011<br />
President Robin Taylor-Smith<br />
PromotionalMarketing.ca,<br />
a division <strong>of</strong> The Partnership Network<br />
Past-Pres. Kathy van Nostrand<br />
van Nostrand & Partners<br />
1st Vice-Pres. Bob Ince<br />
The <strong>Aurora</strong>n<br />
2nd Vice-Pres. Paul Smith<br />
Kilroy & Smith<br />
Treasurer Thomas Beck<br />
Tom Beck Insurance & Investments<br />
Secretary Barbara Dawson<br />
Investors Group<br />
Directors<br />
Stephen Beaumont<br />
SourcePoint Business Group<br />
Peter Dickens<br />
The Iris Group<br />
Andy Hewitson<br />
Hewitson Management Solutions<br />
Charles MacLennan<br />
RBC Insurance<br />
Laurie McDonald<br />
The <strong>Aurora</strong> Banner<br />
Susie Strom<br />
Royal LePage, York North Realty<br />
Town <strong>of</strong> <strong>Aurora</strong> Representatives<br />
Mayor Ge<strong>of</strong>frey Dawe<br />
Neil Garbe, CAO<br />
From the Executive<br />
Director’s Desk<br />
Ihope everyone had a safe<br />
and happy holiday. One <strong>of</strong><br />
the finest lessons learned<br />
along my walk in life is to<br />
leave trials, tribulations and<br />
mistakes in the past and move<br />
on. As we welcome a new<br />
year with its promise <strong>of</strong> joy<br />
Judy Marshall and opportunities let’s all<br />
make a pledge to a new beginning. The Board <strong>of</strong><br />
Directors and the staff <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Aurora</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Commerce</strong> wish that 2011 is a year <strong>of</strong> success,<br />
good health and prosperity for all our members.<br />
Santa Claus Parade<br />
I would be remiss if I did not recognize those<br />
volunteers who worked on the <strong>Chamber</strong> float for<br />
the Santa Claus parade. This year truly was a<br />
family affair! Laurie MacDonald developed the<br />
shopping bag idea from the Parade Committee’s<br />
concept <strong>of</strong> “Shop our Members” and, with her<br />
husband Brian, constructed the shopping bag<br />
panels. Patty Poulin-Ulbricht gathered all the<br />
trimmings we needed for the shopping bags and<br />
together with her husband Dave Peel, assembled<br />
the shopping bags alongside Greg Smith, Laurie<br />
and Brian and their son Dan.<br />
Bob Ince, thank you for joining us on the parade<br />
route and assisting with the disassembly <strong>of</strong> the<br />
float. Tina Konecny, in addition to helping with<br />
the decoration and disassembly <strong>of</strong> the float,<br />
spent hours decorating boxes to look like<br />
presents and then danced the length <strong>of</strong> the<br />
parade route with Patti’s son, John Peel and his<br />
friend Jordan Figuerdo.<br />
Thank you as well to Shelley Ware, Special Events<br />
Coordinator, and her staff from Town <strong>of</strong> <strong>Aurora</strong><br />
who were responsible for all the details and<br />
logistics <strong>of</strong> the parade. Thank you to Caroline<br />
Rusnell, from the <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice, for ensuring<br />
deadlines were met, that we were all in the right<br />
place at the right time, and for bringing her<br />
husband Dave and son Chris for the disassembly<br />
<strong>of</strong> the float.<br />
A very special appreciation to Kevin Vanderpost<br />
from Mastercut Property Services who found and<br />
picked up straw for us, provided us with a trailer<br />
and heated garage for decorating the float, and<br />
then transported the float to and from the parade<br />
as well as in the parade. You are quite amazing!<br />
Look for photographs in this newsletter.<br />
Member Services Coordinator<br />
The <strong>Chamber</strong> has a new part-time staff member.<br />
Teri Hastings joined us the week <strong>of</strong> November 22<br />
as the Member Services Coordinator. Many <strong>of</strong><br />
you may know Teri as the Coordinator <strong>of</strong> the<br />
<strong>Chamber</strong>’s Annual Street Festival. Her new<br />
responsibilities will include contacting and<br />
visiting members and responding to leads for<br />
potential members. She has already<br />
enthusiastically called and visited many new<br />
companies in <strong>Aurora</strong> and has brought us a<br />
number <strong>of</strong> new members.<br />
Insufficient Labour Supply<br />
Did you know that by 2031 the demand for talent<br />
in the workplace will exceed supply? Over the<br />
next five to 10 years, aging baby boomers - an<br />
estimated 100,000 to 150,000 people - will retire<br />
in record numbers, according to a report<br />
published by the Regional Municipality <strong>of</strong> York<br />
titled “Beyond the Boomers: A York Region<br />
Employer’s Guide to the Labour Force<br />
Shortage”. The concern is that many businesses<br />
will lose organizational knowledge and skills and<br />
experience a labour shortfall through retirement,<br />
and younger workers may not be available in<br />
sufficient number to meet the needs <strong>of</strong> the<br />
region’s growing economy. This will be due to an<br />
aging population, decreased fertility rates and<br />
current immigration levels. These issues must be<br />
addressed over the next 20 years before York<br />
Region employers face the situation <strong>of</strong> having<br />
more jobs than people to fill the vacant positions.<br />
The York Region Economic Strategy Branch<br />
undertook an Aging Workforce Study in October,<br />
2008 to alert York Region employers <strong>of</strong> an<br />
impending labour shortage; help employers<br />
reduce labour shortages by urging them to take<br />
action; and provide tools to help employers deal<br />
with workforce planning. Free workshops have<br />
been held across York Region in November and<br />
December, 2010 as a follow-up to assist<br />
employers to address this pending challenge.<br />
Strategic Plan<br />
In response to an objective in the Strategic Plan<br />
which states that the <strong>Chamber</strong> will work to<br />
understand diverse member needs, we will be<br />
contacting members from each business sector<br />
to help us review the needs <strong>of</strong> their group and<br />
consider ways to meet those needs effectively.<br />
We will be forming a group for home-based<br />
businesses, small business owners, retailers,<br />
manufacturers and so on. The <strong>Chamber</strong> has<br />
realized that as membership increases and<br />
becomes more diverse, it has become harder to<br />
<strong>of</strong>fer a one-size-fits-all approach. We want to<br />
know what your needs are so we can respond in<br />
the best way possible. Your input will be<br />
invaluable as we begin the planning process for<br />
the next and future years.<br />
Please do not hesitate to contact us at the<br />
<strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice if you need information or have<br />
questions or concerns.<br />
Until next time . . . .<br />
Judy
Congratulations<br />
Members<br />
Celebrating a special milestone:<br />
Baldwins Steak and Seafood<br />
on their 10th anniversary<br />
Molly Maid as they celebrate<br />
their 10th anniversary<br />
Members on the Move:<br />
Lasair Laser and Advanced Skin Care Clinic<br />
has moved to 9955 Yonge Street, Richmond<br />
Hill, ON L4C 9M6 Phone (905) 737-1385<br />
Treeline Cabinetry has moved to 210 Pony<br />
Drive, Unit 3, Newmarket, ON L3Y 7B6<br />
Phone (905) 895-3097, Fax (890) 895-1859<br />
Welcome<br />
New Members<br />
Please support and network with the<br />
following new <strong>Chamber</strong> members:<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> Computer Network Solution<br />
Computers - Service & Repair<br />
Ali Memarahari, Owner<br />
79 Milloy Place<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 7L3<br />
(416) 803-2175<br />
acnscom@gmail.com<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> Computer Network Solution <strong>of</strong>fers<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essional, convenient, reliable and fast<br />
on-site service. Our customers will always<br />
receive one-on-one personal attention at a<br />
very affordable price.<br />
Bayview Wellington Vet Clinic<br />
Veterinary Clinics & Pharmacies<br />
Dr. Regan L. Morris, Owner<br />
15340 Bayview Avenue, Unit B5<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 7J1<br />
(905) 503-7387<br />
bwvcaurora@gmail.com<br />
www.bayviewwellingtonvet.ca<br />
Bayview Wellington Veterinary Clinic is<br />
located in the Home Depot Plaza on<br />
Bayview, one light north <strong>of</strong> Wellington in<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>. The clinic is designed to provide<br />
medical, surgical and dental care for your<br />
pet in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Dr.<br />
Regan Morris is the sole practitioner and has<br />
been in practice since 2001.<br />
Boneyard Event Services<br />
Party & Event Equipment - Renting<br />
Kevin LeGallais, President<br />
543 Pellentier Court<br />
Newmarket, ON L3X 2N7<br />
(416) 938-1063<br />
kevin@boneyardeventservices.ca<br />
www.boneyardeventservices.ca<br />
At Boneyard Event Services, we will work<br />
with you to make your trade show displays<br />
more efficient and cost effective. Boneyard<br />
focuses on your exhibit rental & logistics<br />
needs. We provide services to help<br />
coordinate all needs including signage,<br />
furniture rentals, shipping, and installation.<br />
Cardinal Home Inspections<br />
Home Inspections<br />
Robert Yowart, Owner<br />
164 Orchard Heights Boulevard<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 3A2<br />
cardinalhomeinspections@rogers.com<br />
Cheez 'N More Inc.<br />
Food Shops<br />
Monique St-Onge, President<br />
129 Pederson Drive<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 0E3<br />
(905) 727-9400<br />
glmrestate@hotmail.com<br />
Cheez’N More Inc. specializes in imported<br />
cheeses, deli meats and fine foods. They<br />
feature and stock over 250 types <strong>of</strong> cheese<br />
and gladly <strong>of</strong>fer samples. There is no need<br />
to travel to the city…visit Cheez’N More in<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> for the best specialty food and<br />
cheese selection in the area.<br />
Classic Curbs<br />
Landscape Contractors and<br />
Property Maintenance<br />
Brenda Gosse, Owner/Operator<br />
304-74 The Queensway South<br />
Keswick, ON L4P 1Z3<br />
(905) 252-8810<br />
brendalgosse@hotmail.com<br />
Dawson Communications Ltd.<br />
Web Site Development/Design<br />
Patrick Dawson, Owner<br />
204 Timpson Drive<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 5L4<br />
(416) 695-1333<br />
info@dawsoncomm.com<br />
www.dawsoncomm.com<br />
If you print it, digitize it…Dawson<br />
Communications is the <strong>of</strong>ficial Reseller <strong>of</strong><br />
Nxtbook Media digital publishing service in<br />
Canada. We are a digital solution provider.<br />
Dry Ice Training Centre<br />
Hockey Instruction<br />
Mike Arnew, Owner<br />
226 Industrial Parkway North, Unit 6<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 4C3<br />
(905) 726-3833<br />
info@dryicecentre.com<br />
www.dryicecentre.com<br />
Focus Fitness<br />
Personal Trainers<br />
Jason McLachlan, Owner<br />
2 Orchard Heights Blvd., Unit 26<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 3W3<br />
(905) 751-1015<br />
jason@focuspersonaltraining.com<br />
www.focuspersonaltraining.com<br />
Focus Fitness is a private facility located in<br />
St. Andrew’s Village in the north end <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>. We specialize in providing one-onone<br />
or pairs personal training as well as a<br />
variety <strong>of</strong> group fitness and boot camp<br />
classes. Our programs are designed to give<br />
you maximum results in a shorter time<br />
frame.<br />
Grandbright S<strong>of</strong>tware Inc.<br />
Computers - S<strong>of</strong>tware Design<br />
Graeme Knight, President<br />
253 Hollandview Trail<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 7K8<br />
(416) 705-5168<br />
sales@grandbright.com<br />
www.grandbright.com<br />
GrandBright S<strong>of</strong>tware is a custom web<br />
application and s<strong>of</strong>tware consulting<br />
company. We have over 40 years combined<br />
enterprise, mobile, and web development<br />
experience. Using our proprietary<br />
frameworks and processes, we build and<br />
maintain custom solutions on time, on<br />
budget, and <strong>of</strong> the highest quality.<br />
HLR General Contracting<br />
Flooring<br />
Roy Russell, Owner<br />
175 Churchill Avenue, RR #2<br />
Kettleby, ON L0G 1J0<br />
(416) 523-8347<br />
royr@allstream.net<br />
Home Life/GTA Realty Inc.<br />
Real Estate Sales and Leasing<br />
Anil Gupta, Sales Representative<br />
824 Millard Street<br />
Stouffville, ON L4A 0B6<br />
(416) 564-6437<br />
anilhomes@yahoo.ca<br />
www.anilhomes.com<br />
Hot Yoga <strong>Aurora</strong><br />
Fitness Clubs & Gyms<br />
Melissa Williams, Studio<br />
Owner<br />
2 Orchard Heights Blvd.<br />
Suite 43<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 3W3<br />
(905) 503-1011<br />
info@hotyogaaurora.com<br />
www.hotyogaaurora.com/
Hot Yoga <strong>Aurora</strong> is one <strong>of</strong> only a few<br />
infrared heated yoga studios in Ontario. We<br />
<strong>of</strong>fer hot yoga, unheated yoga, pilates and<br />
my<strong>of</strong>ascial stretching classes. Come try your<br />
first class free!<br />
Inspiring Tutors Inc.<br />
Education<br />
George Wilhelm, President<br />
Box 34056, RPO Hollandview<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 0G3<br />
(888) 819-4550<br />
george.j.wilhelm@gmail.com<br />
www.inspiringtutors.ca<br />
Inspiring Tutors provides in-home, one-onone<br />
tutoring to any school age child or teen<br />
from JK to the 12th grade. Parents choose<br />
us because <strong>of</strong> the flexibility, the<br />
convenience and the quality <strong>of</strong> our tutors.<br />
Inspiring Tutors uses only experienced<br />
Ontario certified teachers. We are<br />
committed to each student’s success in the<br />
classroom.<br />
Invis<br />
Mortgages<br />
Allan Hill<br />
117 Brule Trail<br />
Kettleby, ON L0G 1J0<br />
(905) 939-2812<br />
allanhill@invis.ca<br />
LeTip Richmond Hill<br />
Business Networking Groups<br />
Winnie Wong, Membership Chair<br />
c/o 350 Highway 7 East, Suite 305<br />
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3N2<br />
(905) 886-0203<br />
members@letip-richmondhill.com<br />
www.letip-richmondhill.com<br />
LeTip is a Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Business Networking<br />
organization with over 15,000 members<br />
across North America. Each member<br />
belongs to a single category <strong>of</strong> business,<br />
and we help each other succeed. Visit our<br />
website: www.letip-richmondhill.com and<br />
join us for business referral opportunities.<br />
Lowfoot Inc.<br />
Environmental Products & Services<br />
Steven Hammond, Co-Founder<br />
2-125 The Queensway, Suite 200<br />
Etobicoke, ON M8Y 1H6<br />
(416) 258-3643<br />
shammond@lowfoot.com<br />
www.lowfoot.com<br />
Passionicity<br />
Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Speakers/Speakers Bureau<br />
Suzanne Letourneau<br />
301 Carlissa Run<br />
Newmarket, ON L3X 3G9<br />
(888) 364-3005<br />
suzanne@passionicity.com<br />
www.passionicity.com<br />
Suzanne is a dynamic speaker who has<br />
discovered the secret to living a passionate<br />
life. Through seminars and 'one-on-one'<br />
sessions she can show you a simple but<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>ound system that will help you discover<br />
your ‘raison d’être’. If you are seeking ways<br />
to improve your organization’s performance<br />
this system works for both individuals and<br />
businesses.<br />
Sink or Swim Tattoo Studio<br />
Tattoo Studios<br />
Shelley Mathieson<br />
2 Orchard Heights Blvd., Unit 38<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 3W3<br />
(905) 751-1001<br />
info@sinkorswimtattoos.ca<br />
www.sinkorswimtattoos.ca<br />
Sink Or Swim Tattoo Studio is a bright, new,<br />
upscale studio specializing in custom tattoo<br />
design. We <strong>of</strong>fer a stylish, clean venue with<br />
private, self-contained tattoo rooms.<br />
Tattooing is a creative and imaginative art<br />
form, thousands <strong>of</strong> years in evolution, using<br />
the human body as a canvas and artistic<br />
talent to transform an idea into an<br />
expression <strong>of</strong> art. Our artists are<br />
experienced pr<strong>of</strong>essionals, with a wide<br />
variety <strong>of</strong> interests and styles.<br />
SlipOne Digital<br />
Audio Visual<br />
Sam Reid, President<br />
1111 Gorham Street, Suite 9<br />
Newmarket, ON L3Y 8X8<br />
(905) 898-3113<br />
info@slipone.com<br />
www.slipone.com<br />
SlipOne Digital, owned and operated by<br />
Juno Award winning Sam Reid from the<br />
classic Canadian rock band Glass Tiger, is a<br />
fully integrated audio/visual recording<br />
facility. The studio features the latest in<br />
digital recording technology and <strong>of</strong>fers full<br />
project management in everything from<br />
creative concept development to product<br />
completion. Educational workshops are also<br />
available.<br />
Stewart Communications Inc.<br />
Graphic Design and Print Management<br />
Scott Stewart<br />
32 Willow Farm Lane<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 6K1<br />
(905) 731-8805<br />
scott@stewartinc.ca<br />
www.stewartinc.ca<br />
Still Waters Kitchen & Bath Inc.<br />
Bathrooms<br />
Alanna DeCrist<strong>of</strong>oro, President<br />
235 Industrial Parkway South<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 3V5<br />
(905) 713-6868<br />
alanna@stillwaters-showroom.ca<br />
www.stillwaters-showroom.ca<br />
Still Waters Kitchen & Bath Showroom <strong>of</strong>fers<br />
a large selection <strong>of</strong> products, featuring<br />
many well-known brand names and our<br />
exclusive line from Paini <strong>of</strong> Italy. Our sister<br />
company Belair Plumbing & Mechanical<br />
includes a team <strong>of</strong> certified plumbers who<br />
provide plumbing and installation services.<br />
It is our mission to ensure our customers<br />
receive a high quality <strong>of</strong> service <strong>of</strong>fering<br />
competitive pricing, product choice,<br />
industry knowledge and expertise.<br />
The May Development Group<br />
Education<br />
Jeff May, President<br />
197 Kemano Road<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 4Z3<br />
(905) 503-1722<br />
jeff.may@rogers.com<br />
www.jeffreymay.ca<br />
Michael Tough - Keller Williams Referred<br />
Realty<br />
Real Estate Sales and Leasing<br />
Michael Tough, Sales Representative<br />
59 Birkshire Drive<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 7P5
(416) 209-5325<br />
mtough@kwreferred.com<br />
www.michaeltough.ca<br />
If true wealth is defined as ‘the income to<br />
finance your life mission without having to<br />
work’, my singular focus is to help my clients<br />
build equity, cash flow and ultimately true<br />
wealth through Real Estate. I am proud to<br />
deliver the highest quality <strong>of</strong> service in<br />
partnership with the second largest Real<br />
Estate company in North America.<br />
Wellington <strong>Aurora</strong> Dental Clinic<br />
Dentists<br />
Pasha Nasirzadeh, Dentist<br />
300 Wellington Street East, Unit C1<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 1J5<br />
(905) 727-7043<br />
info@wellingtonauroradental.com<br />
<strong>Chamber</strong> name badges<br />
Send a message <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essionalism to the<br />
people you meet at <strong>Chamber</strong> or other<br />
events. The <strong>Chamber</strong> has arranged the<br />
production <strong>of</strong> magnetic clip-on badges for<br />
only $12.99 per badge plus HST. Badges<br />
may be ordered by completing the order<br />
form available at the <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice, or on<br />
the home page <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Chamber</strong> website,<br />
www.aurorachamber.on.ca<br />
Ski Enthusiasts<br />
We have booked the <strong>Aurora</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong> Ski<br />
Day for Friday, February 11, at Osler Bluff<br />
Ski Club, Collingwood. Once again, Joe<br />
Persechini, <strong>of</strong> Persechini Fitness has<br />
arranged a bus for those who are interested<br />
in a great day <strong>of</strong> skiing and networking. Cost<br />
to <strong>Chamber</strong> members and their guests is<br />
$115 plus HST and includes return bus trip,<br />
lift ticket, lunch and après-ski. The bus<br />
www.wellingtonauroradental.com<br />
Our team at Wellington <strong>Aurora</strong> Dental is<br />
committed to providing you with<br />
compassionate care in a comfortable<br />
environment that will exceed your<br />
expectations. Come and see for yourself<br />
how much fun a visit to your neighbourhood<br />
dentist can really be.<br />
Member To Member<br />
Discounts<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> Computer Network Solution <strong>of</strong>fers<br />
a 15% discount on labour to all <strong>Aurora</strong><br />
<strong>Chamber</strong> members.<br />
<strong>Chamber</strong> Announcements<br />
leaves Upper Canada Mall at 7:00 am and<br />
returns at 6:00 pm. Book your ticket now, as<br />
seating on the bus is limited. The last day to<br />
register is February 8. Please visit the Ski<br />
Day event registration page on our website<br />
for full details.<br />
Mayor’s Luncheon<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> citizens elected a new mayor in<br />
November, and are anxious to see how he<br />
will handle the challenges <strong>of</strong> the next four<br />
years. On February 24, Mayor Ge<strong>of</strong>frey<br />
Dawe will be the keynote speaker at the<br />
<strong>Chamber</strong>’s Mayor’s Luncheon, to be held<br />
at the Tuscany Event Centre in <strong>Aurora</strong>. The<br />
luncheon will be sponsored by Character<br />
Community Foundation <strong>of</strong> York Region.<br />
Following the Mayor's formal address, there<br />
will be the opportunity to participate in a<br />
question and answer session.<br />
Bowlers Needed<br />
<strong>Chamber</strong> members for many years have<br />
participated in Big Brothers Big Sisters <strong>of</strong><br />
York Annual Bowl for Kids Sake. The event is<br />
a major fundraiser, and a fun-filled<br />
afternoon. Last year we represented the<br />
<strong>Chamber</strong> members are <strong>of</strong>fered a 10% discount<br />
on all platters, baskets and in-store<br />
items at Cheez’N More Inc.<br />
Dawson Communications Ltd. <strong>of</strong>fers members<br />
a free 20 page DEMO to digitize one <strong>of</strong><br />
their products.<br />
Focus Fitness will pay the HST for all <strong>Aurora</strong><br />
<strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Commerce</strong> members.<br />
Inspiring Tutors <strong>of</strong>fers a 10% discount to<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Commerce</strong> members.<br />
Jenny Nails Spa <strong>of</strong>fers a 10% discount <strong>of</strong>f all<br />
services to <strong>Aurora</strong> <strong>Chamber</strong> members. This<br />
<strong>of</strong>fer is available on Monday, Tuesday and<br />
Wednesday each week, from 12 noon to 3<br />
pm only.<br />
<strong>Chamber</strong> well by raising more than<br />
$1,600.00 in support <strong>of</strong> the friendship and<br />
mentoring programs <strong>of</strong>fered to children <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> and York Region. This year's event is<br />
scheduled for Saturday February 26 at<br />
Gateway Cafe & Lanes. Please call the<br />
<strong>Chamber</strong> Office if you would like to join our<br />
team this year (no experience required), or if<br />
would like to sponsor one <strong>of</strong> our bowlers.<br />
Of Special Interest to<br />
Small Business Owners<br />
The <strong>Chamber</strong> will be hosting an information<br />
session, in conjunction with PowerStream,<br />
on “How to Manage Your Small Business<br />
Electricity Costs with Time-<strong>of</strong>-Use Rates”.<br />
This event will be held on Wednesday,<br />
<strong>January</strong> 26, 2011, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm<br />
in the Magna Room at the <strong>Aurora</strong> Public<br />
Library. PowerStream is conducting a public<br />
service blitz to help dispel the myths<br />
surrounding time-<strong>of</strong>-use rates and build<br />
awareness <strong>of</strong> how small businesses can save<br />
on their electricity bills. Don’t miss out on<br />
this opportunity to reduce costs for your<br />
business.<br />
Member Benefits - eLearning<br />
The <strong>Chamber</strong> eLearning Centre specializes in solving business training needs, anywhere, anytime<br />
with a simple click <strong>of</strong> the mouse. With over 1600 courses available, from business essentials, desktop<br />
computing, management and IT specific programs, the <strong>Chamber</strong> eLearning Centre can meet your<br />
training needs, quickly and at an outstandingly low cost. www.chanberelearning.com
Full range landscape services<br />
Lawn cutting & maintenance<br />
Snow removal & salting<br />
Mini bin disposal<br />
Kevin Vanderpost<br />
(905) 727-7102<br />
Improving York Regions Landscapes Landscape<br />
Since 1988<br />
<strong>Chamber</strong> Connection<br />
Invest With Dundee Securities Corporation<br />
Personal and Trusted Advice<br />
Mary Rourke<br />
Investment Advisor<br />
Dundee Securities Corporation<br />
905 503 4100<br />
520 Industrial Parkway South,<br />
Suite LL100<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> ON L4G 6W8<br />
(at Yonge St.)<br />
mrourke@dundeesecurities.com<br />
15105 Yonge St. Ste. 100 <strong>Aurora</strong>, ON L4G 1M3<br />
Toll Free: 1.888.727.8223 Fax: 905.727.2230<br />
www.lhlindrealty.com lenard@lhlindrealty.com<br />
905.841.0000 or 416.410.8223<br />
Lenard Lind, Broker <strong>of</strong> Record/Owner<br />
<strong>Aurora</strong> & Newmarket’s Top Sales Producer 2009*<br />
MVA-Residential/CERC Relocation Specialist<br />
F.R.I. - Fellow <strong>of</strong> the Real Estate Institute<br />
I.C. & I, Council, C.R.E.A., Luxury Home Specialist<br />
*based on IMS Stats 2009<br />
York Group Realty Inc.<br />
TOP 1% IN CANADA<br />
RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement<br />
Susan Cowen<br />
Get 26 Years Local Experience Working for You!<br />
905-727-1961<br />
info@susancowen.com<br />
www.SusanCowen.com<br />
Working with<br />
your ideas to<br />
give you a<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essional image<br />
Full service graphic design & print management.<br />
905-841-0275<br />
bsnape@typebydesign.ca<br />
Providing pr<strong>of</strong>essional & personalized<br />
service for over 20 years.<br />
Place your ad<br />
here. Call the<br />
<strong>Chamber</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice<br />
905-727-7267
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