November/December 2010

November/December 2010 Vol 3 Issue 6

Transportation

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accessibility

Access for Ontarians with Disabilities Act excellence

2010 Business Excellence Awards P.M. Agreement #40052226 If undeliverable, return to: 175 George Street North, Peterborough, ON K9J 3G6

a bi-monthly publication of

POWERTRAIN

Al Karpenko Ainslie MGR. Hogan PARTS Buckhorn PRESIDENT Peterborough ext. 222

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Todd Dennis Collin Steve Ridout Welsh White Beesley SALES MGR. FASTLANE MGR.

CONTROLLER Peterborough ext. 223

Bridgenorth ext. 229

Peterborough ext. 250

SERVICE MGR. Peterborough ext. 227

Mark Moffat SALES MGR. Bridgenorth ext. 225

Chris Quinlan

BODY SHOP MGR. Norwood ext. 228

“We are dedicated to being the best dealer you’ve ever done business with.”

At Holiday Ford Lincoln we are excited and proud to represent Ford and Lincoln here in Peterborough and the awartha’s. We understand that our customers have many choices when purchasing or servicing their vehicles.

Kawartha’s. ith this thi in i mind i d we’ve ’ established t bli h d our goall “to “t be b the th best b t dealer d l our customers t h d b i ith ” With have ever done business with.”

We don’t need to be the biggest, we just want to be the best in the minds of the only people that matter, our customers. To be the best we need to do things differently. That‘s why we include a lifetime power train warranty on all our quality checked pre-owned vehicles. If you purchase a pre-owned quality checked vehicle from us we’ll guarantee the engine and transmission for as long as you own the vehicle. Isn’t that different? We’re at the corner of Lansdowne and Spillsbury in Peterborough. Oh and by the way, have you driven a Ford Lately?

yourstaff Stuart Harrison Ext. 202 General Manager Cynthia Hamu Ext. 201 Office Manager Lindsay Walker Ext. 204 Administrative Assistant Anne Arnold, CSP Ext. 200 Membership Services Manager Cathy Martin Ext. 214 Event Coordinator/Marketing Assistant Joanne French Ext. 210 Front Line Coordinator Krista Laidley Ext. 205 Licensing Supervisor Reception Ext. 0

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executive/finance Arlynn Dupuis Chair Ayotte Dupuis O’Neill Mary LaRocque Past-Chair Marlin Travel Tony Smith Vice-Chair Tristone Media Group Jef Dueck Treasurer 91.9BOBFM/Country 105/Energy 99.7 Stuart Harrison Secretary Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce Betty Johnson Director-At-Large Century 21 United Realty Drew Merrett Director-At-Large Merrett Home Hardware Building Centre

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transportation Planes, Trains and Automobiles

accessibility

regular features

Access for Ontarians with Disabilities Act

Excellence 2010 Business Excellence Awards

Upcoming Events

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catering/meetings

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membership

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member matters

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new members

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chamber events 14 - breakfast club - young professionals group - business after hours

9’n Dine & 2010 Farm Family of the Year

marketing

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prosperity tradeshow

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here’s my card

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directors Jason Becker BDO Canada LLP Bob Doornenbal The Peterborough Examiner Brad Hilker Brad Hilker FCMA Jim Hill Pan-Oston Limited Patric Marren Nationwide Barter Kamran Qayyum Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments Inc. Lisa Smith United Way of Peterborough & District

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editor cynthia hamu DESIGN treehouse studio Printing commercial press

contributors

appointments

stuart harrison Stuart is the General Manager of the Peterborough Chamber of Commerce and can be reached at 705-748-9771 x 202.

www.medichair.com

The Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce 175 George St. N. Peterborough 705.748.9771 www.peterboroughchamber.ca

www.peterboroughchamber.ca

Mayor Paul Ayotte City of Peterborough Karl Moher Douro-Dummer Deputy Reeve County of Peterborough Herma van Beek Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture

Allison RolphSeiderer Allison is the Owner and Product Consultant of MEDIchair Trent and can be reached at 705.740.2650

TRANSPORTATION matters

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Planes, Trains and Automobiles… es, I know the title is just too obvious.

It seems strange that a Community as physically self-contained as Peterborough should have transportation as one of its major issues. Whether it’s the Rail Line, with its $300 million promise; the Airport, with its exciting new opportunities; or the Transportation Plan/407 Completion/(gulp)Parkway, with the word “delay” pretty much capturing it all; transportation is indeed a significant matter for the Peterborough Area.

The Chamber is involved on many levels, and here is how we see the issues: Planes - There is no question we’ve got this one right! The airport is enjoying a $30 million infrastructure upgrade that will position it as a significant employment opportunity.

Like Flying Colours, the largest employer at the airport, there is tremendous potential for new companies and new jobs in the very near future. This was a difficult deal to put together, but it now serves as a model of what can happen when all three levels of government are on the same page.

Service...

“We provide 'old fashioned' customer service.”

– Mike Iammancini A proven reputation for over 25 years.

• Burglar Alarms • Fire Alarms • Closed Circuit TV • Card Access Systems • Medical Alarms • Peterborough’s only ULC Listed Monitoring Station

480 The Parkway, Peterborough 705-748-2001 • trentsecurity.com

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Trains - Looking back it’s hard to believe that, for more than two years, there has been a signed agreement between the federal and provincial governments to spend $300 million to upgrade this rail line.

Those two years have been spent either studying or arguing about the study. The much maligned Metrolinx Report has effectively derailed the project.

However, there is still $300 million on the table and the Chamber is putting its support behind the creation of a registered charitable Not-ForProfit Corporation. The model already exists on Vancouver Island and, we believe, the fit is perfect for Peterborough as well.

The benefits include: • A vastly improved freight service which will not only increase the competitiveness and capacity of the existing customers, but attract new contracts as well.

• A commuter rail service which will not only take people into Toronto, but bring them out to Peterborough, creating tremendous tourism opportunities.

• Passenger Rail also achieves the target of Transit

Oriented Development (TOD), a key component of the Province’s Places to Grow legislation.

• Employment. Whether it’s more freight, new freight, more tourists, better commuter connections, it all adds up to one thing – economic activity and jobs.

The Chamber Board is playing a lead role in trying to bring all of this together. The money is there, we just need everyone “all aboard”.

Automobiles - “Our traffic problems are nothing compared to….” The fact is we don’t live in “….” we live in Peterborough. Our Transportation Plan

…transportation is indeed a significant matter for the Peterborough Area

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update has been delayed “for the next Council” twice. We continue to build subdivisions to the north and jobs to the south. Our growth targets, which inform the Consultants who will update the Transportation Plan, are based on our historic growth and don’t account for the airport, the Innovation Cluster, Commuter Rail, immigration, and the 407. Just say the word “Parkway”, and it’s as if you’ve passed wind at a cocktail party. Getting an ambulance from anywhere north or east of the city to the hospital is life threatening.

Growth in Cavan Monaghan could very well accelerate, and our reaction is to try to stop it? A single-tier municipal government is inevitable, whether it’s 10, 20, or 50 years from now, perhaps we should be talking about links, not obstructions.

There is one thing we can all count on. All three levels of government are in debt, and thus there will be a lot less public money available for the foreseeable future. We have to pounce on our transportation infrastructure opportunities right now. We have to be smart and fast.

Indeed, the automobile will continue to be a significant challenge for municipal governments and staff. The Transportation Plan Update has been promised for early in the term of the next Council. It will require a lot of thought and input.

Security Guard Services Enforcement Mobile Patrol

For further information, contact our Peterborough Office 705-742-2552 270 George Street North, Peterborough, ON K9A 5J3 www.commissionaires.ca Canadian Corps of Commissionaires Security Since 1947

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VERY IMPORTANT VERY IMPORTANT: To respect the deadline We will publish and print this ad as it appears in this proof if we DO NOT RECEIVE APPROVAL or CHANGES b fax or email within FIVE working days. Thanks

The Junction & Riley’s

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The best kept secret in Peterborough is that The Junction along with Riley’s Pub can meet all your banquet and meeting needs. Weddings, Jack and Jills, Christmas parties, retirement parties, and monthly meetings along with any other gatherings can be hosted in groups from 10 to 400.

We offer competitive pricing with our menu but we never charge for room rental. We pride ourselves in customizing your event to suit your every request. Just ask and we can do it.

Whether it is only appetizers, a cocktail reception, or a full sit down meal we can meet your needs. We also provide linens and DJ services for free.

Junction™ We Do Weddings Jack & Jills  Banquets  Wedding Receptions We Don’t Have A Room Charge

The Junction has recently been renovated so for past customers please stop by and see the changes you will be impressed and for others stop by and see what you have been missing.

To book an event please call Justin at 750-0375.

www.thejunctionnightclub.ca 705-750-0375 • 705-743-0550 257 George Street, North, Peterborough

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Riley’s

Olde Towne Pub Wing Night Daily Specials Fireplace Lounge Live Entertainment 7 Days a Week

(705) 750-0375

Hot Spots All in One Place!

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251 George St. N., Peterborough

The Junction

Petrina’s

Entertainment Complex Nightclub Meetings and Banquets Wedding Receptions Jack and Jills Private Rooms

Taps & Billiards Rooftop Patio Corporate Events 20 Pool Tables Fully Licensed

(705) 743-0550

(705) 750-1445

ATTENTION: Sign and fax back: 1-450-735-1480. with or without changes.

Emailing Artwork or Approval: E-mail: comm@videotron.ca For any other information, please call Libby at 1-450-623-6387

We endeavour to be Peterborough and area’s number one choice for catering excellence and customer satisfaction.

We’re excited to announce our new website...

www.cateringplus.org

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Peterborough Golf & Country Club

Offering Members a Sense of Community Since 1897

“Memberships Available”

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Join us at Kawartha Golf & Country Club for our Daily

HOLIDAY FESTIVE LUNCHEON BUFFET From 11:30 am, December 3rd until December 23rd Only $14.95 per person Perfect for your lunch or office Holiday Party, in our 19th Lounge Reservations for larger groups encouraged To view our impressive menu visit our website at www.kawarthagolf.ca

705 654 3344 žwww.viamede.com

Be sure to book your special event with us...

• Weddings • Receptions • Corporate Events • Meeting Rooms • Functions from 10-200 Persons

705-876-6399

1030 Armour Rd. www.ptbogolf.com

743•5010

KAWARTHA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB www.kawarthagolf.ca

For more information or reservations:

Wayne Umphrey

743-3737 ext. 222

catering@kawarthagolf.ca

777 Clonsilla Ave., Box 475 Peterborough, ON K9J 6Z6

Your Ad Could be here!

Contact Anne Arnold, CSP to book your space (705) 748-9771 ext 200

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ACCESSIBILITYmatters

byallison rolph-seiderer, MEDIchair Trent

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Access for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ecently the Access for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) moved from a paper discussion to a final report ready to be passed into law. The AOD Act which will affect all Ontarians – both persons with disabilities and those who own businesses has been significantly modified during the last review. The biggest change to the Act (after recent public consultations) is the scope of buildings that will now be included in the AOD Act. Initially ALL buildings – both new and existing would have to be fully accessible by 2025. In the current version only new buildings and buildings undergoing significant renovation would have to be fully accessible.

Although many businesses would see this as a great financial savings one must keep in mind that if your business is not accessible, and all other businesses in new or recently renovated buildings are accessible, then you stand a very good chance of losing customers. The other consideration to remember is that the existing buildings scope was dropped from the AOD Act in order for it be passed more quickly into law (likely before the end of this year).

Once the Act is approved it is widely believed that it will be included in the revisions in the 2011 Ontario Building Code which governs all new

...market pressure will ensure that all businesses will want to be accessible in the near future.

Endodontists End Your Tooth Pain Consider visiting an endodontist if you experience any of the following: • Sensitivity or pain caused by hot or cold foods • Constant tooth pain with swollen gums and sensitivity to touch • Sharp tooth pain when biting down • Continued sensitivity after a regular dental procedure • Pain or pressure in a tooth previously treated by root canal • Facial pain that may be related to your teeth

construction in Ontario.

It is also widely believed that, in the next few years (approx. 5 years), there will be a revision made to the AOD Act to include existing buildings. Regardless of whether existing buildings will be added to the next

• You are considering extraction

revision or not, market pressure will ensure that all businesses will want to be accessible in the near future. It is important to remember that, by being fully accessible, you are making it easier for not only persons in a wheelchair to access your business but also those using a wheeled walker/rollator (and their family and friends who accompany them), and parents using strollers, etc.

As the Boomers age there are more people that avoid simple steps, either because of balance issues (and risk of falling), fatigue in climbing stairs, or even low vision problems which makes some stairs dangerous. As a savvy business person it would be prudent to take a good look at how accessible your business is and budget now for changes down the road!

“A patient in pain needs us yesterday, not tomorrow”

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EXCELLENCEmatters by cynthia hamu, office manager

2010 Business Excellence Awards

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n Wednesday October 20th, we held our 7th Annual Peterborough Business Excellence Awards profiling and highlighting 51 outstanding businesses from our community, along with the Citizen of the Year. As well two students, one from Trent University and one from Fleming College, each received a $1000 Student Business Leadership Bursary, in recognition for their exceptional leadership potential. This exciting awards ceremony was sold out with almost 500 guests in attendance!

Teresa Kaszuba, from CHEX TV, was our evening host and Bob Doornenbal, from The Peterborough Examiner, was our MC for the evening. Once again, they both did an outstanding job and the Chamber extends to them our warmest thanks and appreciation!

Following this article is a list of all of our 2010 finalists, with all of this year’s awards recipients in bold, as well as all of our Excellence sponsors, without whom this event would not be possible. We have also included the Student Business Leadership Bursary winners’ names. For information on the various category criteria, or for more information on the Excellence Awards, please check out our website at www. peterboroughchamber.ca.

2010 Business Citizen of Year Mary-Carolyn Hart, Lazer Graphics

Once again, our gracious host, Tom Malakos of Trentwinds, provided a wonderful meal and, as well, the Excellence Committee worked tirelessly to pull together the beautiful ambiance with this year’s theme of “Celebrate your achievement!”

The Chamber would like to take this opportunity to thank each of our 2010 Excellence Committee members for the outstanding job they did this year (names listed in alphabetical order):

As well, we thank each of the judges who worked tirelessly reviewing each and every nomination submission, carefully choosing our finalists and winners.

We are grateful to everyone who took the time to complete and submit a nomination and sincerely hope that, by going through completion of your nomination, you and your team were truly able to “Celebrate your achievement”!

Merv Buchanan, RMS Event Services Cheryl Kelly, RBC Royal Bank Josie Lemaire, RBC Royal Bank Mike Melnik, Impact Communications Drew Merrett, Merrett Home Hardware Building Centre (Chair) Brenda O’Brien, CHEX TV Karen Park, The Peterborough Examiner Sheila White, BMO Financial Group Margaret Wuis, BMO Financial Group

2010 Business Employer of Year BrandHealth

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MEMBERSHIPmatters Congratulations to all of the 2010 Excellence Awards finalists and winners!

ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT • Lakeshore Designs • R.J. Brown Insurance Broker • Robert D. Gauvreau, Chartered Accountant - Winner!

MANUFACTURING • Discovery Dream Homes Ltd. • Siemens Canada Ltd. - Winner!

• Sunrise Power Corp.

TOURISM • Peterborough Little Lake Musicfest • Survivors Abreast (International Dragon Boat Festival) - Winner!

• Woodhaven Country Lodge SKILLED TRADES • Bruce Maly Plumbing & Drain Services Inc. - Winner!

• C&T Tool & Machine Inc. • Hickory Dickory Decks

HOSPITALITY • Pine Vista Resort - Winner!

• Super 8 Peterborough • The Pizza Factory MICRO BUSINESS – Fewer than 5 employees • Lakeshore Designs - Winner!

• Spark360 Media • That Special Touch Wedding and Event Décor RETAIL CHAIN/FRANCHISE • Marlin Travel • Peterborough Volkswagen Ltd. Winner!

• Sears Canada Ltd. RETAIL NON-CHAIN/NON-FRANCHISE • Brant Office Supply Ltd. • Community Alternative Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd. • Flavour / Plush / S.O.S. - Winner!

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CUSTOMER FIRST • Captain George’s Fish & Family Restaurant Winner!

• Driving Miss Daisy • R.J. Brown Insurance Broker LOCAL FOCUS • Cogeco Cable Canada LP • Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront - Winner!

• Traynor Beef Farms INNOVATION / RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT • Kawartha Endodontics • PKA SoftTouch Corp.

- Winner!

• Waymac Farms

COMMERCIAL RESTORATION / RENOVATION • Craftworks at the Barn • Dr. Joanna Hamilton, C. Psych Winner!

• Kawartha Endodontics MARKETING & PROMOTION • International Dragon Boat Festival Communications Committee Winner!

• Kawartha Credit Union • Peterborough Petes ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICES • Green Eyewear Optical • M&M Recycling & Disposal Winner!

• Siemens Canada Ltd. HEALTH & WELLNESS • Cosmetic Transformations Inc. • Survivors Abreast - Winner!

• The Peterborough Chiropractic Group NOT-FOR-PROFIT • Community Counselling & Resource Centre - Winner!

• Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & District • YWCA Peterborough, Victoria and Haliburton EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR • BrandHealth - Winner!

• Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront • Kawartha Credit Union STUDENT BUSINESS LEADERSHIP BURSARY • Jay Hamblin – Fleming College • Brian McCarthy – Trent University BUSINESS CITIZEN OF THE YEAR • Mary-Carolyn Hart, Lazer Graphics

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November Events: businessafterhours tuesday, november 2

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location: OLG Slots at Kawartha Downs time: 4:00 – 6:00 pm cost: Free, compliments of OLG Slots at Kawartha Downs please note: Pre-registration is required for this event

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location: Carousel Restaurant, 116 Lansdowne Street East guest speaker: Lisa Hutchinson of CAA Travel time: 7:30 am cost: Pay for your breakfast please note: You do not need to register for this event.

newmemberreception tuesday, november 23 , 2010 rd

For all new members since April 2010. Come out and network with fellow new members, meet the Board of Directors and utilize the available table space to display your products/services.

Please call Cathy for availability at 748-9771 ext. 214 or email cathy@peterboroughchamber.ca.

Proud of Our Past, Positive About Our Future

Peterborough Omemee • Bobcaygeon

(705) 742-4245 • 1-800-387-1627

location: Chamber Boardroom, 175 George St N., Peterborough time: 4:00 – 6:00 pm cost: No charge to attend please note: Pre-registration is required for this event

youngprofessionalsgroup (YPG) thursday, november 25th, 2010

www.darlinginsurance.net

location: The 2nd Floor Lounge, 172 Simcoe Street topic: Joint Ventures with Guest Speaker, Winston Bromley time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm cost: Free, compliments of The Venue please note: Pre-registration is required for this event

IMPORTANTreminder As of November 29th 2010, the Driver & Vehicle Licensing Office will be closed. We hope you will join us in sending best wishes to our Licensing Staff who, for many years, have served this community with a smile. It has been a pleasure to work with these wonderful women!

After November 29th, you can renew your license on-line or at any one of the area Driver & Vehicle Licensing Offices, including Millbrook, Norwood and Lakefield, or by visiting the Service Ontario Office in the MNR building on Water Street.

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December Events: businessafterhours & YPG Christmas Social tuesday, december 7 , 2010 th

Join us at the brand new `venue’ for our much anticipated Christmas Social as we merge both our Business After Hours and YPG for a special holiday event.

Need to get your busiNess roariNg? We make commercial mortgages our main focus • Competitive rates • Flexible payment options • Local credit approvals

This evening is always very popular with delicious food from many of our members in the restaurant/catering business available for guests to sample! If you would like to donate food for this event (appetizer, dessert, or something else) please contact Cathy at the Chamber, 748-9771 ext. 214.

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location: The Venue, 286 George Street North time: 4:00 – 7:00 pm cost: Free, compliments of OLG Slots at Kawartha Downs please note: Pre-registration is required for this event.

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location: Carousel Restaurant, 116 Lansdowne Street East guest speaker: ??? time: 7:30 am cost: Pay for your breakfast please note: You do not need to register for this event.

Looking Ahead:

Wednesday, November 3rd

Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Social Networking 6:30 p.m. Dinner and Speaker (as the speaker will be pairing wines with dinner) Event Sponsor:

122nd annualchambergala saturday, february 5th, 2011

Honouring Incoming 2011 Chair of the Board, Tony Smith Join us for our Hawaiian Luau Gala, featuring the chance to win the grand prize trip to Hawaii, sponsored by TV COGECO! location: Peterborough Golf & Country Club cost: $125 per person (taxes included) Trip includes return airfare, luxury resort accommodations, car rental and, compliments of Marlin Travel, complimentary vouchers to enjoy the local sights. For more about the grand prize trip details, please check out our website at www.peterboroughchamber.ca For those members who have paid for their tickets by Friday, January 21st, their name will be entered into the Early Bird Draw, to win Limousine Service for the evening, compliments of Ambassador Limousine.

To register: Please contact the Chamber via email at register@peterboroughchamber.ca or by calling 748-9771 x0.

registrationinformation Unless otherwise specified, registration is required for all Chamber events.

To register, please call 748-9771 Ext. 0 or email register@peterboroughchamber.ca

Please note: the Chamber & Licensing Offices will be closed on the following dates: n Christmas Holiday

Friday, December 24th at noon (Re-opening at 8:30am on Monday, January 3rd)

* Please note: The licensing office will also be closed on Thursday, November 11th for Remembrance Day, the Chamber office will remain open.

Shari Darling The Sophisticated Wino

Shari, a syndicated columnist for the Peterborough Examiner, is also an award-winning and bestselling author of wine and food, and wine-pairing cookbooks.

Shari Darling's most recent cookbook, Orgasmic Appetizers and Matching Wines – Tiny Bites with the MOAN FACTOR© was awarded Best Food and Wine Pairing Cookbook in Canada at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards in 2008. Other wine learning tools created by Shari include the Icewine Flavour Wheel and The Canadian Wine Wheel.

Next Month

Wednesday, December 1st – 6 P.M. – 10 P.M. Christmas Crossroads Gala & Auction – Canterbury Gardens Annual Fundraiser for the YWCA Crossroads Women’s Shelter Join us for a wonderful evening with silent and live auctions, live music and fabulous food.

Auction donations are being accepted at: Just Toys, 174 A Charlotte Street; Exit Realty, 1840 Lansdowne St. W and East City Flower Shop, 59B Hunter St. E., all in Peterborough.

This year’s event will be sure to draw another record crowd!

You can register by visiting our WBN website at www.womensbusinessnetwork.net or call 705-740-6199 Cost is $35.00 per person and must be prepaid.

Guest registration deadline for November’s meeting is Thursday, October 29, 2010 Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity.

Promoting and supporting women in business through personal and professional growth opportunities.

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MEMBERmatters Global Property Inspections is Growing

Doug Kendall of Global Property Inspections is very pleased to welcome Bob Wilson to the GPI inspection team. Bob has completed GPI’s professional training program and is equipped with the knowledge and experience to deliver all of your inspection needs. GPI is a full service property inspection company providing residential, commercial and WETT inspections, Tarion Warranty reports and infrared scans. For more information, call Doug or Bob at (705) 743-1737.

Kawartha World Issues Centre Has New Logo

Kawartha World Issues Centre is thrilled to announce they have a new logo. As well, they are seeking applications for new Board Members. To check out their new logo, check out their website at www.kwic.info. For information on how to apply to be a Board Member, please contact Julie Cosgrove at (705) 748-1680 or email her at kwic@trentu.ca.

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Nightingale Nursing Celebrates 25 Years!

On September 24th, Nightingale Nursing held their 25th Anniversary Celebration at their main location on Lakefield Road. This event was a huge success and, as well as being well attended it included prizes, refreshments and the unveiling of Nightingale’s new logo. We wish them well as they continue to provide service to over 700 clients annually in the Peterborough area. To check out their new logo, or for more information on Nightingale Nursing, their website is www.nightingalenursing.net

Splash Pool and Spa Service

Splash Pool and Spa Service recently opened their new retail operation in the Northcrest Plaza. Owner Dave Wilson has been in business since 2007 serving the area with 4 trucks and 7 staff. The new store will be offering pool and hot tub supplies, chemicals, winterizing chemicals and covers. They will be open Monday to Saturday. For more information call them at (705) 741-1881 or visit them online at www.splashpoolandspa.ca.

Welcome to Creative Audio

Creative Audio is a new Disc Jockey and production company recently started by Anthony and Michelle Record, offering a music library of over 40,000 songs for weddings, dances and corporate events. They also provide audio visual support for meetings, conferences, movie nights and concerts, as well as A/V equipment rentals. Full details are online at www.creativeaudiodj.com or call (705) 977-2087.

Peterborough Sales and Ad Club Celebrates 65 Years!

Congratulations to the Peterborough Sales and Ad Club who are celebrating their Club’s 65th anniversary this year! That’s a long history of regular monthly meetings with great guest speakers. For more information call Warren Davis at (705) 745-5700.

Does your business have some new and exciting news to share? If so, please submit your information (approximately 75 words) to editor@peterboroughchamber.ca by the 1st of the preceeding month for inclusion in the next month’s issue (i.e. February’s newsletter, January 1st deadline). Please note that information will be printed at the General Manager’s discretion.

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Join Cookie, Raylene, Heather and Jimmy for a night of uplifting and inspiring music you’ll love.

Friday, November 19th at 8PM TICKETS: $50

For Tickets Call the Box Office

705-742-SHOW or www.showplace.org

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It’s been over 110 years since Nexicom first started to connect people in the village of Millbrook. Today, we maintain that same commitment to friendly, familiar, and of course, excellent customer service with our telephone, internet and security services. And starting this November, we’ve firmly–and finally–got our feet planted in Peterborough.

We invite you to get to know your Nexicom by dropping in to our new location at 306 Stewart Street, just south of Charlotte, or simply give us a call to experience for yourself what great local service is all about.

775-NEXI (6394) • www.nexicom.net

Transportation Midas - Brakes - Oil Change - Tires - Auto Repair - Car Repair We are a family run business and have been providing complete Automobile repair and maintenance to the Peterborough community for over 36 years, let us become your mechanic. 841 Lansdowne Street West, 705 742 3408. www.midas.ca

Fine Details - The Car Cleaning Specialsts We’re meticulous about clean and dedicated to your vehicle. We’re passionate about the fine details! We’ve created a full menu of options, from money-saving, finely detailed packages to specialized individual interior and exterior service, designed to clean, polish, protect and maintain your vehicle’s appearance. We also offer Corrosion Free rustproofing.The green choice, no-drip, eco-friendly rustproofing to protect your vehicle. www.finedetails.ca

I WILL COME TO YOUR PLACE OF BUSINESS Choosing and pricing a vehicle takes time away from your business. Let me do the shopping for you. Car, truck or used vehicles we lease them all. I will custom design a leasing solution to match your requirements. Please contact Jim at 1-905-409-4910 cell or 1-905-764-4130 ex 7. www.eastmetroautoleasing.com

J.O. Express J.O. Express is a full service logistics operation covering your freight movements between Canada to U.S.A. and Mexico. Please note our website at www.joexpress.com. Call Brian Clarke for all your transportation requirements. www.joexpress.com

Kawartha Auto Cleaning Kawartha Auto Cleaning offers meticulous full service exterior and interior auto detailing. Keep your vehicle clean this winter - after purchasing any four of our interior and exterior packages, receive a FREE Silver package. 705- 740-CARS (2277). www.kawarthaautocleaning.net

newmembers

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welcome to our new members who joined the Chamber from Aug. 11 – Oct 17, 2010

A Plus Weddings, Mediation & Arbitration Legal Services Age Smies (705) 201-1140 www.aplus-mediation.com

Cosmetic Transformations Inc. Health Services Kyla Gutsche (705) 931-5955 www.cosmetictransformations.

A1 Inspections, Jim Mollohan com Home Inspections & Mould Dancing Blueberries Control & Removal Cupcakery & More Jim Mollohan Restaurants & Catering (705) 652-6145 Annette Richard-Dey www.a1-inspections.com (705) 536-2697 www.dancingblueberries.ca Alvin I Schieck Dats Precision Machine Shops David Wakeford Burrows Insurance Group Inc. (705) 748-3030 Insurance Enhancing Abilities Self Bill Burrows Employment (705) 742-1200 Employment Services Stephanie Escott Canadian Welding Skills (613) 847-2090 Education Services & Student www.enhancingabilities.com Support Legal Services Alvin Schieck (416) 723-6076

Jonathan Bennett & Olga Palatics (705) 292-0494 www.weldingskills.com

Evo Canada, Margaret Wood Financial Institutions & Banking Services Margaret Wood (705) 768-0437 www.evocanada.com Insta-Insulation Insulation Steve Lawrence (705) 743-7815 www.instainsulation.com Investors Group Financial Services Inc., Lacey Carslake, CFP Financial Consulting, Planning & Services Lacey Carslake (705) 876-1282 www.investorsgroup.com Kawartha Heritage Conservancy Not-for-Profits Mike Hendren (705) 743-5599 www.kawarthaheritage.org

Kawartha Youth Orchestra Not-for-Profits Ian Crawford & Tori Owen (705) 931-7539 www.thekyo.org McCurdy Consulting Solutions Consultants Richard McCurdy (416) 605-8657 Melinda’s Custom Sewing & Upholstery Embroidery, Quilting & Sewing Melinda Masters (705) 768-1634 MobiTek Mobile Computer Support Computers & IT Justin Beaudoin (705) 927-5115 www.mobitek.ca Ninex Asset Management Painting & Decorating RJ Headon (705) 312-0649

Per Diem Offices That Work Incorporated Office Services, Design & Leasing L.M. Landry (705) 775-3436 Pet Styling by Becki Pet Salon, Training & Boarding Becki Selby (705) 775-3647 www.petstylingbybecki.com Pre-Paid Legal Services Legal Services Diana Thompson, O.M.C. (705) 741-5488 www.prepaidlegal.com/biz/ dianathompson Riteway Solutions Group Ltd. Telecommunications Joe Hall (705) 201-5252 www.ritewaygroup.com

Runway 27 Café Restaurants, Take-Out Sharron Gillingham (705) 876-0847 Solrcon, John Lawford Solar Energy Equipment John Lawford (705) 799-0251 www.solrcon.com Starr Adventures & Tours Event Planning Karen Waghorn (705) 743-9988 www.starradventurestours.com Torbram Electric Supply Electric, Electronic Products & Generators Mark McCarthy (705) 749-9798 www.torbramelectric.com Trillium College Education Services & Student Support Chris Russell & Andrew Jones (866) 565-6753 ext. 6 www.trilliumcollege.ca

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Chamberevents youngprofessionalsgroup breakfastclub  Genevieve Gilbert, Charlotte Video August At the end of a beautiful summer the Chamber’s Young Professionals Group started up again in August with an evening of speed-networking. As always, it was a fun-filled night full with many new contacts and friends being made.

In the month of September we were fortunate to have the two Mayoral Candidates in the upcoming Municipal Election, to our meeting for a Q & A. YPG attendees were well informed of both of the Candidates’ platforms and they both bravely answered questions from our young professionals. Ironically, both candidates joked about how they

 by Anne Arnold, CSP, Membership Services Manager thought it was funny speaking in a classy bar with the audience quietly sipping their beverages.

Every month YPG offers Chamber members under the age of 40 an opportunity to network, share their business information with the group, and gain valuable information from guest speakers. Our meetings offer a unique opportunity for young people to promote their business, so if you or anyone in your business is under 40 send them down to our next meeting!

For more information visit the Chamber website, or check out the YPG Facebook page.

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September Cora Whittington began the session with an informal survey asking how people are finding new products and services and determined that the majority of those present used referrals, and then online searching. They liked knowing the person or someone who wanted to establish trust and expertise… and they want to find it fast. In order to be found fast, Cora shared three strategies: The first is using the keywords that people use to find your product or service; the second is to have links to and from your site; and the third is fresh content and activity on your site. Cora then shared how Social Media and Blogging can meet all of these strategies, including building trust and expertise with your customers.

Cora is a small business coach with Golden Pathways Coaching. For a free consult and workshops call 745-4006 or go to www.onlinepresencemadeeasy.com

August Heather Zak of the United Way of Peterborough & District spoke about the various ways that the United Way will be fundraising to reach the 2010 United Way Campaign Goal of $2,550,000. They do various BBQ’s throughout the year, casual Fridays, as well as a couple of larger fundraising events, which include: Be A Goddess, being held on Wednesday January 26th, 2011 from 7:00 to 10:00pm at Peterborough Square; and the United Way Hockey Challenge, being held on Sunday January 30th, 2011 at the Memorial Centre. Currently, the funds raised throughout Peterborough City and County directly support 33 member agencies and 91 programs and services!

Please join us for the November 9th breakfast meeting, when our guest speaker is Lisa Hutchinson of CAA Travel.

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by Bob Behan (The Protectors Group), BAH Committee Chair

October Nexicom is a player in the telecommunications industry and provides telephone service, internet related services, cable TV, home security, and cellular services to Central Ontario communities.

Although their head office is located in Millbrook, they have been very active in supporting many organizations and events throughout Peterborough and surrounding areas. Our community is grateful for this support.

We had a chance to meet the nice folks from Nexicom at the October BAH, which was hosted at the Kawartha Golf and Country Club. It was also a great opportunity to re-establish contacts with other business personnel since the last BAH in July.

We are pleased to see that Nexicom is planning to open a new Peterborough location on Stewart Street in early November. It is encouraging to see a good company, with good personnel, who give back to their community, enjoy success and growth.

Thank you to Nexicom for your hospitality and support!

Adult Computer Programs Absolute Beginner Computer Program

This program addresses the most basic computer skills for individuals who have little computer experience.

Computer Fundamentals Program This program provides the fundamentals of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 (MOS-2007) Program Microsoft Office Specialist 2007 designation can be earned in any of five Office 2007 Programs (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).

(705) 742-4152 113 Park St. S., Suite 102 www.scholarscanada.com thevoiceofbusiness

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marketing Welsh Marketing is proud to celebrate 20 years in business!

By Jennifer Welsh, Welsh Marketing Inc., Peterborough High impact marketing… it’s what we do best!

And so should you! Our services are client based & customized to meet your individual needs.

Welsh Marketing’s promotional solutions will make it possible for you or your company to proactively increase sales, improve client relations, reward customer loyalty, increase tradeshow traffic, and stimulate sales meetings.

We can also improve internal relations within your own company by offering innovative ways to motivate and recognize employees.

What we offer: • • • • •

Branded merchandise Branded wearables In house embroidery Corporate programs Graphic design & printing services

The sky is the limit when it comes to promotional merchandise & branded wearables. Please, give us a call and have our PROFESSIONAL PROMOTERS come up with a creative and practical marketing solution for you.

It’s our job to make your company or team look good… let us help!

Event Digital Productions

Myke Parrington

Documentary Media Promotional Media Special Events Training Media

705-875-0111 event_digital@me.com

Grow your business.

10% OFF our Creative Services for all members.

Contact us and see how we can grow your business.

Brian Stephenson, Creative Director

t 705 930-5426 e brian@treehousestudio.ca

Output Format to: DVD or WEB ready

• Inform your fellow chamber members with industry news that could help them in their day to day operations, and help promote yourself with up to 240 words • Reach over 1000 members of the Chamber, plus members of Sales & Ad, Women’s Business Network, Kawartha Manufacturers Association, Home Builders Association, plus major industrial and non-industrial employers • $150 / mo. with a 6 month commitment

Call Anne Arnold to book your spot, first come-first served.

Anne Arnold, CSP Membership Services Manager

Phone (705) 748-9771 x200 Fax (705) 743-2331 Toll Free (877) 640-4037 Email anne@peterboroughchamber.ca 175 George Street North Peterborough, Ontario, Canada K9J 3G6 www.peterboroughchamber.ca

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Chamberevents Prosperity Tradeshow 2010 

by Patric Marren, Program Chair (Nationwide Barter)

On September 15th there were two exciting events held around the Memorial Centre - the Peterborough Lakers hosted Game 5 of the Mann Cup, and The Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce held its annual Prosperity Tradeshow at the Morrow Building.

there were some fantastic business connections made.

The Chamber of Commerce would like to thank Amy Simpson and the staff of MicroAge as our event sponsor.

We appreciate all your support and look forward to seeing you next year.

Each year the Prosperity Tradeshow seems to get bigger and better! This year was no exception with 114 booths and 16 tables displaying and showcasing member businesses to Chamber and non-Chamber members. As exhibitors we saw an increase in attendance as the Chamber really marketed towards the general public. By all accounts from our exhibitors PETEWATERSPEC.AD:Quark ad template

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Chamber Hosts Inaugural 9’N Dine Golf Tournament 

by Cathy Martin, Event Coordinator & Marketing Assistant

August 19th marked the date of the Chamber’s Inaugural 9’n Dine Golf Tournament at Keystone Links Golf & Country Club, sponsored by Shaw Computer Systems.

Angry afternoon skies cleared up nicely for our shotgun start at 3:30 pm. Fifteen teams set out for a fun filled afternoon of best ball golf, great contests, delicious ribs on the course (thank you Johnny eh’s!) and a chance to `hit the marshmallow’. Golf was followed by a delicious meal provided

by Keystone and the opportunity for every golfer to choose from the awesome selection of prizes on our prize table.

The Chamber would like thank our event and contest sponsors, and all the wonderful donors to our golfer goody bags and the prize table. A special thank you to the fantastic 9’N Dine Golf Committee for all of their hard work and for ensuring our inaugural event was the great success that it was!

See you at our 9’n Dine in 2011!

2010 Farm Family of the Year Award The Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture and the Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce that the 2010 Farm Family of the Year is David & Cathy Stockdale & Family and Kirk & Sherry Stockdale & Family, located in Indian River.

Congratulations to all!

Coach Canada Coach Canada, Ontario’s leading transportation provider, began in Peterborough in 1956 as TrentwayWagar with only 3 school buses, currently has over 500 vehicles in its fleet and 1000 employees throughout Ontario. The head office remains located in Peterborough, with 9 divisional offices between Niagara Falls and Montreal. Some of the services

offered by Coach Canada are charter bus rentals, inter-city travel, Toronto Airport Shuttles, Casino Rama Shuttles and Gray Line Montreal Sightseeing Tours.

For more information, contact Coach Canada at 748-6411 or visit www.coachcanada.com

Burrows Insurance Group Inc. Visit Us At

139 George St. N., Peterborough (across from the Holiday Inn)

705.742.1200 Save Up To 50% On Auto, Home & Life Insurance

Bill Burrows R.I.B. (Ont.)

Tom A. Lowes AAIC, R.I.B. (Ont.) Jennifer Carnegie C.I.P., R.I.B. (Ont.)

705.742.1200 An Independent, Canadian Owned Brokerage & Risk Consulting Firm

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Coach Canada would like to remind you this season to plan ahead for the safe arrival of your employees. We offer affordable and reliable shuttle service with a wide range of vehicles to choose from to get your employees home safely.

Call now to reserve your shuttle service!

Call to speak to one of our Charter Sales Representatives!

705-748-6411

HEATHER HARVEY Certified General Accountant

Providing small to medium sized businesses and entrepreneurs with accounting and financial management services.

469 Water Street Peterborough, ON K9H 3M2

Bus: (705) 743-8200 Fax: (705) 748-0225 Email: hharvey@ontariobusiness.net

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Sharon Canzi,, B.C., B.C., H.I.S. H.I.S. 267 Charlotte St., Peterborough • 150 Strickland St., #4, Lakefield •

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Serving Peterborough Since 1987

We Are Committed To Customer Satisfaction

Car & Truck Repairs - All Makes Honest and Reliable Service At Competitive Rates Air Conditioning Service Computer Diagnostic Service UBrake Service/ABS UComputerized Alignments UMufflers & Exhaust

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WE SHUTTLE YOU TO & FROM WORK 887 Webber Avenue, Peterborough

www.classaautomotive.ca 705.745.8699 Martin Boruta President

1434 Chemong Road, Unit 1 & 2 P.O. Box 2379 Peterborough ON K9J 7Y8 Canada

Telephone Fax Web Email

(705) 742-2204 (705) 742-8312 www.shawcomputer.com martin@shawcomputer.com