"Bringing Business Together"

 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2010 PRIORITIES:

Dredging of Sydney harbour leading to commercialization

Support for the evaluation of the Donkin mine project leading to a test burn if warranted.

Support of the Council on Innovation, based on a model that operates as a project of InNOVAcorp with additional funding from ECBC

Continued government support for the CBNS railway

Funding from all levels of government for promoting good health and active living including Centre 200, the YMCA and the Northside Sport and Recreation Complex

Insuring the continued growth of programs and infrastructure at NSCC Marconi and the retention of all current programs of CBU, particularly the BEd and Nursing programs. Both institutions are critical for the anticipated growth pattern of the area as a result of the opportunities listed above.

Have Your Say!

On January 29, the Sydney and Area Chamber of Commerce held a Pre-Budget luncheon with the Hon. Graham Steele, Minister of Finance as Guest Speaker.
Four questions were posed by the Minister and those present had an opportunity to provide their input.  If you wish to contribute your input simply click on the link below:                           http://FreeOnlineSurveys.com/rendersurvey.asp?sid=5wi0s5llurlckwn703030                                            This is an opportunity for all Chamber members to express their views in advance of the upcoming provincial budget. We will compile the information  and forward the results to Minister Steele.  Thank you for your input.  Joyce MacDougall, President

The Sydney and Area Chamber of Commerce, first incorporated in 1911, is an organization representing over 600 businesses within the Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM), the second largest most populated urban region in Nova Scotia, and the largest centre on beautiful Cape Breton Island. The Chamber of Commerce is a strong advocate for the continued development of our community and a partner for prosperity.

Excellence in Business Awards

The Sydney and Area Chamber of Commerce wishes to thank everyone who nominated a business for this year's Excellence in Business Awards.  We had over 140 nominations in 14 categories.  The actual awards show took place on Tuesday October 30th and we had a record crowd of over 300 people.

Many thanks to Sponsors for the event were:

• Membertou Trade & Convention Centre
• Nova Scotia Business Inc.
• Nova Scotia Department of Economic Renewal and Development
• Shot on Site Media
• TD Bank
• Casino Nova Scotia
• Eastlink
• Cape Breton Partnership

Any media enquiries please email Anne Marie Singlar at asingler@sydneyareachamber.ca

THE 2009 AWARD WINNERS 

SERVICE: 

Jim Sampson Motors

RETAIL:

R.D. Gillis Home Building Supplies

KNOWLEDGE BASED:

Marcato Digital Solutions

COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP:

Sampson McDougall

HEAL (HEALTHY EATING ACTIVE LIVING):

Framework Cycle & Fitness

NOT-FOR-PROFIT:

C.B. Centre for Craft & Design

TOURISM:

Celtic Colours International Festival

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:

New Dawn Enterprises

RISING STAR:

Laguna Pools

EXPORT ACHIEVEMENT:

Louisbourg Seafoods Ltd.

ECO AWARD:

R. C. MacGillivary Guest Home

DESIGN & MANUFACTURE:

Wholesale Moulding & Millwork

FAMILY FRIENDLY AWARD:

Whitney Peir Youth Group

BUSINESS PERSON(S) OF THE YEAR:

James & Lori Kennedy

Louisbourg Seafoods Ltd.

Congratulations to all of the nominees, finalists, and award winners this year.  We hope to see you all back at next year's 21st annual awards show. 

Strategic Priorities 2009: