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Tuesday, December 03, 2024Green Mail #49 - December 3, 2024
Green Mail #49 - Dec. 3, 2024Don't forget our Chamber Christmas BA5 is TOMORROW @ CASO!CCC/OCC: Statements on GST Relief.Today is Giving Tuesday.Read more.
Tuesday, November 26, 2024Green Mail #48 - November 26, 2024
Green Mail #48 - Nov. 26, 2024TODAY is our Christmas Youth Market! Check out Our Favourite Things! Deadline Extended for OER Survey.Read more.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024Green Mail #47 - November 19, 2024
Green Mail #47 - Nov. 19, 2024 Impact Nominations Deadline Extended! Our Christmas Youth Market is Next Week. Check out the Christmas Trees @ ECRM.Read more.
Tuesday, November 12, 2024Green Mail #46 - November 12, 2024
Green Mail #46 - Nov. 12, 2024Join us Friday @ Light Up Talbot! Last Week to Nominate for Impact Awards. Tomorrow's BA5 is at Old Imperial Market.Read more.
Tuesday, November 05, 2024Green Mail #45 - November 5, 2024
Green Mail #45 - Nov. 5, 2024We Want YOUR Impact Award Nominations!OCC's Reaction to the Economic Outlook.Business Advice from BDC.Click here to read.
Monday, November 04, 2024Welcome New Member: Alpha Sanitation
Alpha Sanitation134 Lila Street, Dutton, ON Phone Number: 519-840-0785Email:hello@alphasanitation.comWebsite:www.alphasanitation.comContact: Dave Galloway, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Sanitation Services; Construction Equipment & SuppliesProducts & Services: Elevate Your Sanitation Standards. Alpha Sanitation offers brand new portable toilets for fairs, festivals, weddings, construction and more. Proudly serving London, Middlesex & Elgin Counties.
Wednesday, October 30, 2024Welcome New Member: JC Tech
JC Tech28 Princess Avenue, Suite 20075, St. Thomas, ON Phone Number: 519-694-3418Email:jack.collins@jctech.ioWebsite:www.jctech.ioContact: Jack Collins, Technical DirectorBuyer’s Guide Categories: Information Technology Services; Computers - NetworkingProducts & Services: At JC Tech, they believe Information Technology services should be easy and accessible for small businesses, on the same level as the enterprise. Let them bring the enterprise-grade IT department to you for a predictable, transparent,
Tuesday, October 29, 2024Green Mail #44 - October 29, 2024
Green Mail #44 - Oct. 29, 2024Share Your Views with OCC.Last Chance for a Fa La La Toque!Light Up Talbot is Nov. 15 - Join us @ Hepburn Parkette.Click here to read.
Monday, October 28, 2024Welcome New Member: Campbell & Co. Insurance Brokers
Campbell & Co. Insurance Brokers6-22425 Jefferies Road, Komoka, ON Phone Number: 519-657-1446Email:michelle.crosby@ccinsurance.caWebsite:www.ccinsurance.caContact: Michelle Crosby, Employee Benefit ConsultantBuyer’s Guide Categories: Financial Services; Insurance Services; Investment ServicesProducts & Services: Campbell & Co. Insurance Brokers are Employee Benefit Strategists. They partner with business owners and leadership teams who want to prioritize their employees and who are committed to creating a
Tuesday, October 22, 2024Green Mail #42: October 22, 2024
Green Mail #42 - Oct. 22, 2024Happy Small Business Week!Bring a Friend to Tomorrow's BA5.Share Your Views with Queen's Park.Read more.
Thursday, October 17, 2024Welcome New Member: 2 Dogs Candle Co.
2 Dogs Candle Co.St. Thomas, ON Phone Number: 519-520-0247Email:2dogscandleco@gmail.comWebsite:https://2-dogs-candle-co.square.site/Contact: Brian Leverton, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Arts & Crafts; Giftware; Promotional ProductsProducts & Services: 2 Dogs Candle Co. offers pet friendly, high quality, 8-oz. candles, wax melts and fire starters, in a variety of amazing and unique scents. For your special occasions, they also feature 4-oz. candles personalized for baby showers, wedding gifts and more.
Wednesday, October 16, 2024Welcome New Member: Kurry's House & Grill
Kurry’s House & Grill30 Churchill Crescent, St. Thomas, ON Phone Number: 519-601-9790Email:kurryshouse.restaurant.ca@gmail.comWebsite:kurrysgrills.comContact: Sachin Sharma, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Food Specialties; RestaurantsProducts & Services: Experience the True Flavors of India in St. Thomas!Indulge in their exquisite selection of authentic Indian dishes, meticulously crafted to tantalize your taste buds and create unforgettable memories. Whether you prefer vegetarian, non-vegetarian, or
Wednesday, October 16, 2024True Leaves Consulting
True Leaves ConsultingSt. Thomas, ON Phone Number: 519-476-3002Email:trueleavesconsulting@gmail.comWebsite:www.trueleavesconsulting.comContact: Karen Cardona, CEOBuyer’s Guide Categories: Consulting; Food ProcessingProducts & Services: True Leaves Consulting is a product development agency specializing in the food and beverage industry. With a deep understanding of novel ingredients & processes, consumer trends, and industry regulations, they offer services designed to help food and beverage companies
Tuesday, October 15, 2024Green Mail #41 - October 15, 2024
Green Mail #41 - Oct. 15, 2024CCC: Partners in Prosperity. BDC: Entrepreneur's Toolkit. Bring a Friend to the JUMBO BA5!Read more.
Friday, October 11, 2024Welcome New Member: By The Hand
By The Hand CarpentrySt. Thomas, ON Phone Number: 226-507-9006Email:bythehandshoppe@gmail.comWebsite:www.bythehand.caContact: Jack Marcisz, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Carpentry; FurnitureProducts & Services: By The Hand is a custom cabinetry and furniture company specializing in bespoke cabinetry, built-ins, pantries, wardrobes, and closets. With over 15 years of experience, owner and master carpenter Jack, is dedicated to delivering high-quality craftsmanship with a focus on precision and design. They
Tuesday, October 08, 2024Green Mail #40 - October 8, 2024
Green Mail #40 - Oct. 8, 2024We're Accredited! BDC: Inventory Management. JUMBO BA5 is Oct. 23 - Bring your guests!Read more.
Friday, October 04, 2024Welcome New Member: From The Meadow Inc.
From The Meadow Inc.808 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, ON Phone Number: 519-269-3961Email:customerservice@fromthemeadow.comWebsite:www.fromthemeadow.comContact: Heather Daniel-Kazmer, Owner/CEOBuyer’s Guide Categories: Holistic Health Services; Personal Products; GiftwareProducts & Services: From The Meadow is a locally-owned family business, proudly located in Southwestern Ontario. Their skincare products are handcrafted at their Farmacy and are 100% toxin-free. What started out as wild ideas, have now turned
Tuesday, October 01, 2024Welcome New Member: Ashley Park Wellness
Ashley Park Wellness & Forest Therapy Elgin St. Thomas, ON Phone Number: 519-670-7264Email:connect@ashleyparkwellness.caWebsite:ashleyparkwellness.caContact: Ashley Park, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Holistic Health ServicesProducts & Services: Ashley Park Wellness & Forest Therapy Elgin is a private practice, with a treatment room at Simply Massage, offering Reflexology, Reiki, and herbalist services. Ashley offers sessions and programs outside the treatment room as a certified Forest Therapy Guide
Tuesday, October 01, 2024Welcome New Member: The Landing Pad
The Landing PadSt. Thomas, ON Phone Number:519-318-2415Email:contact@thelandingpadrentals.comWebsite:www.thelandingpadrentals.comContact: Martine MacDonald, Partner; James Rose, PartnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Real Estate ServicesProducts & Services: The Landing Pad'' aims to source and provide high-quality, fully equipped executive suites that cater to professionals visiting/moving to town for extended stays. These suites will offer the comfort of home with added conveniences for working professionals,
Monday, September 30, 2024Green Mail #39 - Oct. 1, 2024
Green Mail #39 - Oct. 1, 2024Impact 2025 Nominations Open! Only a Few Vendor Spots Left in JUMBO BA5. Read October - This Month in Elgin.Read more.
Thursday, September 26, 2024Welcome New Member: Sunbeam Learning Co.
Sunbeam Learning Co.378 Talbot Street, Suite 5, St. Thomas, ON Phone Number: 226-821-5513Email:hello@sunbeamlearning.comWebsite:www.sunbeamlearning.com Contact: Marissa Knight, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: EducationProducts & Services: Sunbeam Learning Co. offers 1 on 1 tutoring and mentorship programs for students in grades K to 12. Their fully customized programs are designed to develop success strategies that can be used in any grade or subject.
Tuesday, September 24, 2024Green Mail #38 - Sept. 24, 2024
Green Mail #38 - Sept. 24, 2024CCC: New Report on Long-Term Business Optimism. Harvest Hands Seeking Donations. Vendor Spots @ JUMBO BA5 Available.Read more.
Wednesday, September 18, 2024Welcome New Member: Sparta Lavender Farm
Sparta Lavender Farm47589 Sparta Line, Aylmer, ON Phone Number: 226-236-5530Email: karen@spartalavender.ca Website:www.spartalavender.ca Contact: Karen Parr, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Agriculture-Growers & Producers; Flowers-GrowersProducts & Services: Visit the most stunning lavender gardens in Ontario's South Coast region with over 7500 lavender plants. Stroll amongst the lavender flowers, enjoy their wildflower and butterfly gardens too. Enjoy charcuterie picnics, yoga, reiki and markets
Wednesday, September 18, 2024Welcome New Member: CityMatch Inc.
CityMatch Inc.60 Briscoe Street East, London, ON Phone Number: 519-636-0882Email:jodi@citymatch.caWebsite:www.citymatch.caContact: Jodi Simpson, President & FounderBuyer’s Guide Categories: Human Resource ServicesProducts & Services: CityMatch offers customized, concierge-style relocation services to local area employers and institutions that are recruiting and relocating talent to the region. Their job is to help top recruits settle quickly and successfully, and, build the personal and professional
Wednesday, September 18, 2024Welcome New Member: Nyxluna Business Services
Nyxluna Business ServicesAylmer, ON Phone Number: 226-289-5862Email:nicole@nyxluna.caContact: Nicole Derbyshire, Owner Buyer’s Guide Categories: Accounting Services; Business Information ServicesProducts & Services: Nyxluna Business Services offers support to all sizes of businesses and organizations in bookkeeping, administration, and personal and corporate tax services.
Monday, September 16, 2024Welcome New Member: LYFstyle Health and Fitness
LYFstyle Health and Fitness10 Mondamin Street, Unit 117, St. Thomas, ON Phone Number: 226-545-1180Email:info@liveyourfit.caWebsite:liveyourfit.caContact: Nathaniel Abell, Owner Buyer’s Guide Categories: Fitness; Health Care ServicesProducts & Services: LYFstyle Health exists to help others establish and build health and fitness goals for all lifestyles. Through their three pillars of health, they strive to help you build well-defined achievement markers, and work with you to completion. For those looking to
Monday, September 16, 2024Green Mail #37 - Sept. 17, 2024
Green Mail #37 - Sept. 17, 2024Business After 5 Tomorrow Moved to CASO.Introducing PSD Rocky.Be a vendor in our JUMBO BA5!Read more.
Tuesday, September 10, 2024Green Mail #36 - Sept. 10, 2024
Green Mail #36 - Sept. 10, 2024OCC: Grow Your Business Grant Deadline Approaching. Sept. Edition - This Month in Elgin. Hot Deals: Member-to-MemberRead more.
Monday, September 09, 2024Welcome New Member: Elgin Animal Hospital
Elgin Animal Hospital9789 Sunset Road, St. Thomas, ON Phone Number: 519-631-0430Email:info@elginanimalhospital.comWebsite:www.elginanimalhospital.comContact: Jessica Meszaros, Floor ManagerBuyer’s Guide Categories: VeterinariansProducts & Services: At the Elgin Animal Hospital, their mission is to be known for quality care and friendly service. They strive to provide excellent care for their patients and exceptional customer service. By focusing on wellness and preventative medicine which includes yearly
Monday, September 09, 2024Welcome New Member: Talbot Animal Clinic
Talbot Animal Clinic930 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, ON Phone Number: 519-633-5970Email:info@talbotanimalclinic.comWebsite:www.talbotanimalclinic.comContact: Jessica Meszaros, Floor ManagerBuyer’s Guide Categories: VeterinariansProducts & Services: At the Talbot Animal Clinic, their veterinary clinic's mission is to provide all their patients and clients in the St. Thomas and surrounding area, quality care and friendly service. They strive to provide excellent care for their patients and exceptional customer
Tuesday, September 03, 2024Green Mail #35 - September 3, 2024
Green Mail #35 - September 3, 2024CCC/BLOG: We Are in a Housing Crisis.Our Favourite Things - limited ad spots left.JUMBO BA5 - Are you a vendor?Click here to read.
Tuesday, August 27, 2024Green Mail #34 - August 27, 2024
Green Mail #34 - August 27, 2024CCC: Our Statement on Chinese EV Trade Measures.WSPS: The Power of JHSC Inspections.JUMBO BA5 - Vendor Spots Available. Click here to read.
Tuesday, August 20, 2024Green Mail #33 - August 20, 2024
Green Mail #33 - August 20, 2024August BA5 - TOMORROW @ Harris Flower Farm with Young Entrepreneurs. CCC: Think Big, Buy Small.Read more.
Tuesday, August 13, 2024Green Mail #32 - August 13, 2024
Green Mail #32 - August 13, 2024CCC's Submission for the Study of Bill C-33. Escape the Cold from YXU! Aug. BA5 is Next Week @ Harris Flower Farm.Read more.
Tuesday, August 13, 2024Green Mail #31 - August 6, 2024
Green Mail #31 - August 6, 2024CCC: More Cuts from Bank of Canada? OCC: Disability Inclusion webinar. Whisky, Wine & Chocolate at CASO Station.Read more.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024Green Mail #30 - July 30, 2024
Green Mail #30 - July 30, 2024 OCC: Grow Your Business Grant Deadline Approaching.Watch STPS Video.Volunteer for Harvest Hands.Click here.
Tuesday, July 23, 2024Green Mail #29 - July 23, 2024
Green Mail #29 - July 23, 2024Tomorrow-BA5 Heads to Port Stanley!OCC Webinar: Working Caregivers.BDC Advice: LoC vs Working Capital Loans.Click here.
Monday, July 15, 2024Green Mail #28 - July 16, 2024
Green Mail #28 - July 16, 2024 CCC: Introducing Candace Laing.BA5 Heads to Port Stanley Festival Theatre Next Week.Check out our Hot Deals!Read more.
Monday, July 15, 2024Green Mail #27 - July 9, 2024
Green Mail #27 - July 9, 2024 OCC: Advocacy and Policy Updates.BDC: 4 Ways to Grow Your Business.July BA5 is July 24 @ PS Festival Theatre.Learn more.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024Social Issues are Business Issues
Social Issues are Business IssuesA day of learning, sharing and empowerment. On Tuesday, June 25th, the Chamber gathered with local community groups to discuss and review how St. Thomas has been able to achieve a remarkable 30% reduction in homelessness in just seven months. Topics included; the role of the government, a new approach to policing, a new perspective of harm reduction, investments in physical infrastructure and more. Here is a link to the event - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1W0JD2pzhf0
Tuesday, July 02, 2024Green Mail #26 - July 2, 2024
Green Mail #26 - July 2, 2024 CCC: Canadians Can't Catch a Win.Video: Social Issues are Business Issues.Read the SWPH Report.Read more.
Tuesday, June 25, 2024Green Mail #25 - June 25, 2024
Green Mail #25 - June 25, 2024 Is Red Tape Holding Back Your Business?CCC: Nominate for the Inclusive Growth Awards.What's New at YXU?Click here to read more.
Tuesday, June 18, 2024Green Mail #24 - June 18, 2024
Green Mail #24 - June 18, 2024Last Chance to Join the South Africa Trip. Catch the Buzz During Pollinator Week! Read June's Hometown St. Thomas.Click here to read more.
Tuesday, June 11, 2024Green Mail #23 - June 11, 2024
Green Mail #23 - June 11, 2024Do You Have MP & MPP Luncheon Tickets? CCC: Read the Statement on Bill C-64, the Pharmacare Act. Take BDC's Quiz.Read more.
Tuesday, June 11, 2024Green Mail #22 - June 4, 2024
Green Mail #22 - June 4, 2024Bring the Family to our FREE Chamber Picnic - register now!Take a tour of Royal Containers at BA5.Congrats to Monty!Read more.
Tuesday, May 07, 2024Green Mail #18 - May 7, 2024
Green Mail #18 - May 7, 2024 Last Chance to get your Jays tickets!Read the OCC's Annual ReportWPDB - Local Labour Market Plan 2024-2026Click here.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024Green Mail #17 - April 30, 2024
Green Mail #17 - April 30, 2024Last chance for tickets to the Jays game! Business Advice from BDC. BA5 Heads to EBRC!Click here to read.
Tuesday, April 16, 2024Green Mail #15 - April 16, 2024
Green Mail #15 - April 16, 2024 Impact Awards 2024 - Here are your winners!Business After 5 - Tomorrow we're taking the train.It's National Volunteer Week.Read more.
Tuesday, April 09, 2024Green Mail #14 - April 9, 2024
Read our April 9, 2024 edition of Green Mail. Next week our BAF is taking the train - do you have tickets? We're heading to Comerica Park to watch the Jays beat the Tigers! Read the OCC's Federal Budget Submission.Click here to read the newsletter.
Tuesday, April 02, 2024Green Mail #13 - April 2, 2024
Green Mail #13 - April 2, 2024 Impact Awards is NEXT WEEK!Blue Jays vs Tigers @ Comerica ParkOCC's Response to the Provincial BudgetRead more.
Tuesday, March 26, 2024Green Mail #12 - March 26, 2024
Here's Green Mail #12 - March 26, 2024Impact Tickets are available - do you have yours?Our April BA5 is taking the train - have you reserved your spot?We have 14 spots left on our bus trip to the Jays game in Detroit.Click here to learn more.
Tuesday, March 19, 2024Green Mail #11 - March 19, 2024
Green Mail #11 - March 19, 2024 Tomorrow is our Business After 5 @ Railway City Brewing.Impact Awards is April 12 - do you have your tickets?We have 19 tickets left for our Jays vs Tigers game in Detroit.Click here for the details.