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What's New
Keep up to date on the Tourism Development opportunities for businesses in the County of Brant. Listed below are
some of the workshops or events designed to foster your success.
- Posted March 1, 2010
Free Workshop on Regional Tourism Changes
The province of Ontario has been categorized into 13 Tourism Regions. Brant lies in Region #3 along with the City of Brantford,
Six Nations New Credit, the City of Hamilton, City of Burlington, and Halton Region. Region #3 has an opportunity to provide an
update on what is happening in our specific region and we will be able to share more tangible information. This workshop is
open to all partners in your area - especially useful for hotels, motels, university residents etc. We hope that as many partners
as possible can attend and learn about the changes happening in our industry.
More information here
- Posted October 20, 2009
As a partner in the delivery of the Southwestern Ontario Community Adjustment Fund (SWCAF),
The Enterprise Brant (Brant Community Futures Development Corporation) has grants available for organizations that operate in Brantford/County of
Brant. The SWCAF has been created to support projects that enhance the community capacity for economic development with
Brantford/County of Brant. The Enterprise Brant is currently accepting applications for all five elements.
- Skills Development - Training Employees
- Hiring Interns
- Business Development
- Local Initiatives Projects
- Community Capacity Projects
Applications & Guidelines can be found on www.enterprisebrant.com or call 519-752-4636
- Posted October 20, 2009
Sand Plains Community Development Fund (SPCDF)
SPDCF is an application-based program to assist rural communities in the tobacco-growing region of the Sand Palins region
(Counties of Brant, Elgin, Middlesex, Norfolk, Oxford) to transition to a non-tobacco based economy. Support will be targeted
community-based initiatives which support regional development, attract and retain people and investment, and stimulate
business development and job creation. The Fund has two separate components: Community Development Support and Access to
Capital. Click here for more info.
- Posted April 16, 2008
Free Seminar: Marketing on the Web
Everyone is welcome to attend this free seminar designed to help your business market itself more effectively over the web.
This seminar will take place at The Arlington Hotel on Tuesday, April 29th from 8:30 - 11:00 am and is sponsored by Blueprint IT Works.
For further information please refer to the invitation.
- Posted March 13, 2008
Business Growth Learning Series
March 27th, 2008
9 am -11 am at the Brantford Brant Chamber office
77 Charlotte Street
Topic: You - The Presenter!
How effective are your presentations? Successful business growth depends heavily on this skill. A top fear that most
adults have is the fear of speaking in public - and yet we do it everyday! In this interactive session, you will
learn about developing, organizing, preparing and executing effective presentations. Learn about strategies to
overcome personal anxiety related to making presentations. This session will be of interest to business people at
all levels who wish to enhance their personal presentation skills or help staff with theirs.
Online registration available at www.brantfordbrantchamber.com
March 19th, Women In Business - Topic is "You are what you think!" Using the power of your mind to achieve success.
Guest Speaker Christine Gagnon. Learn how successful people create confidence and professionalism in themselves and
read the clues that suppliers and customers are telling them with their body language. Do You Have Mind Control?
This program starts at 5:30 p.m. at the Best Western Brant Park Inn.
March 26th: The Retail Game; Playing to Win;
an evening with author Albert C. Plant, in partnership with RBC. Brantford Golf & Country Club, from 5 - 7 p.m.
This is a no-fee event.
March 27th, Business Growth Learning Series # 4 - You - The Presenter. Speaker is Colleen Miller from Colleen E. Miller
Enterprise. Seminar is FREE for Chamber Members. Seminar runs from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
April 3rd, Mayors' State of the Communities Address, Best Western Brant Park Inn & Conference Centre.
Tickets: $32.50 plus GST for Chamber members; future members:, $37.50 plus GST.
April 23rd, Business Excellence Awards Dinner, Best Western Brant Park Inn & Conference Centre.
Tickets: $65 plus GST for Chamber members; $75 plus GST for future members.
Online registration available at www.brantfordbrantchamber.com
- Posted February 28, 2008
Join the Free Seminar "Are You Game fro Retail Success?"
by the Author of "The Retail Game: Playing to Win".
Topics covered include strategic planning, financial optimization, governance issues, selling on the web, and much more.
Book your seat - space is limited! Register online at http://www.brantfordbrantchamber.com or call 519-753-2617
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Brantford Golf & Country Club
- February 22-24, 2008
Outdoor Adventure Show - International Centre, Toronto
The County of Brant is pleased to again be exhibiting all we have to offer at the 2008 Outdoor Adventure Show.
Visit us at Canada's largest outdoor adventure & travel show! With over 300 exhibitors from a wide variety of
recreational pursuits and destinations, this show has something for everyone. For those who like to get their
feet wet there will be a variety of paddle sports and scuba diving options to explore. Or if you prefer to stand
on solid ground visit our comprehensive camping showcase and travel destinations pavilion. This well
established event combines a retail shopping experience with simulated outdoor, interactive features and
education. For more information about the Brant exhibit contact us at 519-442-6324.
Visit www.outdooradventureshow.ca/toronto/index.html for show details and admission coupons
- February 6, 2008
Bridges to Better Business & Industrial Appreciation Awards
12:00pm - 6:30pm, Brantford Golf & Country Club
Bridges to Better Business features a Luncheon, Keynote Speaker, 2 small business workshops, a networking reception, and the Annual City of Brantford Industrial Appreciation Awards Presentation.
For more information contact Trudy Belanco, 519-756-4269
- January 31, 2008
Keys to E-Business Launch - Internet Marketing 101
Can your business or organization benefit by learning cutting edge web strategies that will result in a noticeable increase in inquiries, sales, and repeat visits?
Keys to E-Business is a Customer Relationship Management and Internet Enhancement workshop, custom-designed for owners and managers of small businesses and organizations wanting to become involved or enhance their online presence.
Todd Lucier of TourismClicks.com will facilitate this workshop. For more information click here
- Posted October 24, 2007
Ministry of Tourism - Ontario Tourism Facts & Figures
Welcome to your official source for tourism statistics and research reports for the province of Ontario.
OntarioTourism Facts & Figures is the Ontario
Ministry of Tourism's quarterly tourism research newsletter. The newsletter is intended to help you build your business
by keeping you up-to-date about the economic outlook in Canada and Ontario, tourism statistics, new tourism research
publications, upcoming conferences and more. Click the above link to view a PDF of the Spring 2007 Edition. For the most up
to date information visit www.research.tourism.gov.on.ca
- Posted Sept 14, 2007
Federal Funding for Festivals to Support Arts & Heritage
Thirty million in new funding per year provided for in the 2007 Budget has been allocated to support local arts and heritage activities that involve Canadians in their communities through activities that express, celebrate, and preserve local culture.
The Building Communities through Arts and Heritage program will provide support for both local arts and heritage festivals that feature local artists and artisans or local heritage, as well as major historical anniversaries of local importance. Applications are now available for local arts and heritage festivals and community
Supplementary funding for Arts Presentation Canada (APC) will provide additional support for professional arts festivals that encourage community engagement. The APC program seeks to give Canadians more access to direct experiences of the diversity and richness of Canada's culture through professional arts festivals, presentations of live professional performances, and other arts experiences
The news release for the programme can be found at: http://www.pch.gc.ca/newsroom/...
Program Details are located on the Canadian Heritage web site at www.pch.gc.ca/progs/dcap-bcah/index_e.cfm
- August 31, 2007
Salute to Brant Business - The County of Brant's Premier business networking event date has been selected, mark your calendars to attend:
Thursday October 11, 2007. 4 - 7 pm. Paris Grand Country Club 150 Paris Links Rd - Paris Ontario.(New location this year)
Guest Speaker: Elizabeth Traynor - Employment Law 101. Topics include: What's new in employment law, do you really have just cause for dismissal, changes in
human rights law. No fee to attend, however pre-registration required. call 519-442-6324 ask for Melissa or Eric or email us
- July 20, 2007
Shining Stars Tourism Awards Nomination Period is Open
Nominations are now open for the 5th annual Shining Stars Tourism Awards until August 31st, 2007. The Awards are a joint project
designed to honour and celebrate outstanding achievements in the tourism industry within the County of Brant, the City of
Brantford, and Six Nations/New Credit. A special gala called "Night of a Thousand Stars" is being planned for "Wednesday,
September 26, 2007 at the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts where the winners will be announced. There are 18 awards in
total, with categories for Businesses, Individuals and a new People's Choice section. Click Here
to view details of the criteria for each award and described the nomination process. For detailed information visit
www.shiningstarsawards.com.
- July 6, 2007
Business Development Corporation (BDC) - New Location
The BDC has opened a new office at 330 West Street Suite 10 Brantford
We welcome Denyse Smith, Account Manager. 519-751-3005
To access the services and products provided by BDC click here
or visit www.bdc.ca
- June 26, 2007
Speed Funding Information Session
The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Funders' Network, in conjunction with the Ontario Trillium Foundation present a morning of guest
speakers with information about funds available from government and other sources for 2007/2008. Enjoy breakfast and networking
while learning of new financial opportunities! Click here for full details.
- June 2007
The ebiz Boot Camp gives local businesses the tools and tips needed to take advantage of the wealth of opportunities on the
Internet. biz Boot Camp is an interactive training experience that addresses not only the fundamentals of doing business online
for enterprises new to the Internet, but also how to evaluate and improve current website strategies for businesses experiencing
limited success on the Internet. Call 1-888-807-7777 or visit www.wluconnections.ca for more
information.
View the eBiz Flyer
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Tuesday May 8, 2007
Join us for our first Networking That Works Breakfast where Donna Messer, President of ConnectUS
Communications Canada, will lead an interactive session that gives you techniques you need to create, cultivate, and capitalize
on your business relationships and networking efforts. This opportunity is open to anyone who is interested in learning how to
maximize his or her networking skills. For more information click the link above or call 519-751-9900.
- Tuesday, April 24, 2007
The Annual Tourism Symposium will be hosted by the Ontario's South Coast & Beyond Marketing Alliance at
the picturesque Paris Grand Golf & Country Club. The communities of Haldimand, Norfolk, Oxford, Brant, Six Nations and Brantford
invite you to attend and learn "What's In It For Me?". Guest speakers will share their expertise on Creating a "WOW"
Guest Experience, Niche Marketing and Industry Trends, How to Encourage and Entertain Travel Media, Working with Corporate and
Convention Markets, and information on Tour Operators. This full day event includes a buffet lunch, and all reference materials
for each of the guest speakers - be sure to bring your brochures for our brochure swap. For more information click on the link
above, or call 519-751-9900.
Contact Us for full details.
If you would like to submit your information for consideration on the County
of Brant website, please email
us.

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