Coalition to Keep Trade Free established

The Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce is joining the  Canadian Chamber of Commerce  to rally the business community through its Coalition to Keep Trade Free, and we are inviting you to participate.

Members  can show support by joining the Coalition to add your logo to the Keep Trade Free website https://www.keeptradefree.com/ and to share its messages on your social media platforms using #KeepTradeFree.

"Now, more than ever before, we need a consistent, strong voice making the case for freer
trade, " says Canadian Chamber President Perrin Beatty.
The coalition objectives are simple:advocating for freer trade within North America and around the world; andbuilding the case for a modernized NAFTA that will grow our economies and make us
globally competitive.
Click HERE to read a letter from Perrin Beatty.

by Sherry Martell

Fall Flavours Festival

Join us as we celebrate Fall with our Annual Fall Flavours Festival on September 26th.
From 6-9pm at the Truro Farmers Market we will celebrate local with over 12 chefs using as many local ingredients to create delicious appetizers, main courses, and desserts for our guests to sample. We will also have local beer, wine, and spirit samples as well as live music, cash bar, and LOTS of prizes! Guests will vote on their favourite dishes from each category and our top chefs will receive a prize. We will also be featuring a Guest Chef!

Tickets are limited. Please call Amanda at (902)895-6328, or email [email protected] to reserve yours

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Chamber soliciting feedback on need for E-commerce education

Dear Valued Chamber Member;

The Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce is committed to providing educational opportunities for our members.
This questionnaire is to determine the interest and needs for E-commerce training for our members. If you are interested in implementing or upgrading your e-commerce business, or just want to learn more about 'How To' for E-commerce, please take a few minutes to fill out this questionnaire as it will help us to understand what topics need to be covered by those interested.
All results will be kept confidential.
We would also ask you to take a few minutes to view your listing on our online member's directory on the Chamber website, www.trurocolchesterchamber.com . Please email updates to [email protected].  Members are also welcome to call the office to share any updated information 902-895-6328.

CLICK HERE to participate in the four-question survey

by Sherry Martell

5 Minutes for Business: Latest on Canada-U.S. Tariffs

5 Minutes for Business: Latest on Canada-U.S. Tariffs

In this edition of 5 Minutes for Business, Canadian Chamber of Commerce Director of International Affairs, Mark Agnew, takes stock of the latest Canada-U.S. tariffs and examines what could come next and how it could impact Canadian business.

On June 1—and in the absence of any cogent justification—Canadian steel was hit with a 25% tariff and aluminum with a 10% tariff. Unfortunately, these actions necessitated a proportionate response to attempt to encourage the U.S. administration to reverse these unwarranted tariffs on Canadian exports.

At time of writing, there has been relative silence from President Trump on Canada’s retaliatory tariffs. But, how long will he remain quiet and what will be his next move?

Read 5 Minutes for Business to learn more.

by Sherry Martell

Canadian Chamber: Immediate retaliatory action required in response to U.S. steel and aluminum tariffs
Ottawa, May 31, 2018 – Hon. Perrin Beatty, President and CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce issued the following statement today in response to the U.S. government’s decision to impose tariffs  on Canada’s steel and aluminum industries:

“Today’s decision by the U.S. Administration ignores the truth about Canada’s relationship with the U.S., will do nothing to address the issue of dumping, and will ultimately hurt businesses, jobs and the economies of both countries.

“The Canadian Chamber calls on the federal government to respond quickly and in a manner strong enough to obtain an exclusion for Canada. We need to act vigorously to support our domestic industries, and to send a message to the U.S. Administration that their unilateral protectionist measures will not come without a serious cost to themselves.

“Canada is an ally, supplier to and customer of the U.S. We are partners in NATO and NORAD. Our steel and aluminum industries are a source of critical supply for American manufacturers and its defence industry. Business, defence and political leaders of all stripes and on both sides of our border understand this and we remain grateful for the strong support they have shown.

“We applaud the Government of Canada’s work to date on behalf of our steel and aluminum industries and urge them to advocate for a reversal of these punitive measures. In the meantime, and in addition to implementing retaliatory measures in response to today’s U.S. decision, we ask that the federal government continue its ongoing work to ensure that steel and aluminum are not dumped into Canada from third countries.”
 

 

by Sherry Martell

Luncheon with Andrew Scheer, Leader of the Opposition

Join us May 31st for a conversation with Andrew Scheer, Leader of the Opposition, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada on Thursday, May 31st from 12:30-1:30 pm at the Best Western Glengarry, 150 Willow Street, Truro

$25+tax for members / $30+tax for future members

Please call (902) 895-6328 or email [email protected] to register

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Third Annual Lobster and Steak Kitchen Party

Live music. Come meet your chamber members and enjoy a locally harvested lobster with friends. This event is open to everyone.
The cost is $45 plus tax per person for steak dinner or $60 plus tax for lobster and steak.
RSVP by May 23, [email protected] or call 902-895-6328.

This event supports our local fishery.

 

by Sherry Martell

Promote your business with video workshop

Book early for our next Business Builder Breakfast! Erik Muckle with Truro Nissan will join us to share a presentation on how to promote your business with video. He has been creating his own video marketing materials and will share how he has grown his customer base by posting them on social media.
The breakfast will be held May 22, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.at the Marigold Cultural Centre. A light breakfast is served. This event is offered free of charge, sponsored by White LeBlanc Wealth Planners, Hollis Wealth. To reserve a seat call 902-895-6328 or email [email protected]

The Business Builder Breakfast series connects members offering peer support and coaching. It is held once a month, 10 months of the year from September until June on a variety of topics to support business. It is offered free of charge. For more information contact the Chamber office.

by Sherry Martell

Golf Tournament June 8, Mountain Golf Club.

Annual Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce, members and guests Best ball scramble. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m., shotgun start at 9 a.m.
Registration costs $400 per team plus HST, or $100 for individual golfers. Includes: 18-holes of golf, golf cart rental, chicken dinner, snacks, Prize draws, Hole-in-one prizes. RSVP by June 4, [email protected], or call 902-895-6328

 

by Sherry Martell

Truro & Colchester Partnership Seeking Input for Strategic Direction

April 06, 2018

NEWS RELEASE

Truro & Colchester Partnership Seeking Input for Strategic Direction

TRURO, NOVA SCOTIA —. The Partnership officially formed late in 2017 and is tasked with improving economic development in the Colchester region, supporting business growth in communities.

A series of more than eight community focus groups have been planned offering Businesses and residents an opportunity to provide vital input. People may also submit information to the organization online.

“Developing a regional strategy requires a regional approach,” said Mark Wood, Partnership Chairman. “We need the current pulse of our region’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities & threats. Getting input and thoughtful, evidence-based ideas from our communities across the Colchester region is essential.”

The two-hour focus groups will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at various locations across the county including Stewiacke, Bass River, Millbrook and Tatamagouche with the remaining sessions taking place within the Truro and Bible Hill region. Details can be accessed online via the Partnership’s website at www.tcpep.ca.

The Truro and Colchester Partnership for Economic Prosperity is a newly established Regional Enterprise Network (REN) supported by the towns of Truro and Stewiacke, the County of Colchester, Millbrook First Nation, the business community through the Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce and the Province of Nova Scotia.

Letter to Stakeholders Final

by Sherry Martell