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CHAMBER NEWS
February 2018
Mississauga Board of Trade is proud to be a partner of the MNP Future Leaders Program!

MNP created the MNP Future Leaders mentorship program to recognize the importance of new and growing businesses - the lifeblood of our economy. They are committed to providing you with the support, advice and tools you need to succeed in a rapidly-changing business environment. The program is aimed at current students and recent graduates from our post-secondary institution partners including Sheridan College, Ryerson University, and University of Toronto Mississauga who are seeking to start or actively involved in an entrepreneurial enterprise. Click here for details.
MBOT REFERRAL PROGRAM
Refer a business who could take advantage of benefits, savings and programming MBOT has to offer. For more information, please contact: Solange Barcena at [email protected]
CONNECT MAGAZINE
Check out our Quarterly Magazine - Winter Edition, online at: 

Accepting submissions! Unpublished, original and business related information, between 400-450 words.
 
Deadline for Spring Issue is March 1.

For more information, please contact Bahaar Sachdeva at  [email protected] . For advertising inquiries please email [email protected] .
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For a full list of new members including contact information, please visit our Membership Directory listing.
Travel Program at MBOT
Join other business people and meet new friends from Mississauga for this unique travel experience that promises to be memorable. This great value tour is also open to the public, offering something unique for everyone, from the business professional to the adventurous traveler.


Info session: March 6
Upcoming Events
February 28
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March 6
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March 8
March 14
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March 20
March 22
Young Professionals Social Mixer
Doing Business in China Workshop
2018 South Africa Travel Program Information Session
Membership Matters
International Women’s Day Celebration
Good Morning Mississauga (GMM)
Thinking Outside the Box - Managing Beyond Compliance to Help your Business Succeed
Chronic Mental Stress Claims Workshop Webinar
Growth & Power Series - Dynamic Duo Behind Molly Maid
AFFINITY SAVINGS FOR MEMBERS
One of the many benefits of membership with MBOT is the opportunity to take advantage of great programs & services.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Apprenticeship Completion - Feb. 28
By attending this session, you will learn about the financial incentives and supports including the new Graduated Apprenticeship Grant for Employers (GAGE), Completion bonuses/grants, and more. Register : CareerFoundation.com/Apprenticeship

Engage Talent: Employer Breakfast - Enhancing Hiring Practices to Maximize Business Performance. Organised by the Community Living Mississauga.
March 9, 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM | The Mississaugua Golf and Country Club. Free Admisson.
Event details & registartion: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/engage-talent-employer-breakfast-tickets-42640624255

Know your Power - Tuesday, April 10
Join the Mississauga and Brampton Boards of Trade for an event to learn about energy cost saving programs and incentives available to Ontario businesses. The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) has partnered with the Ministry of Energy to lead an education campaign to improve awareness of energy conservation and cost saving programs available in Ontario. The Know Your Power initiative is a one-stop shop for information on energy saving programs and opportunities to improve your energy efficiency that will help businesses identify measures to help reduce electricity bills and conserve energy.
Event details & registration: https://us6.campaign-archive.com/?e=%5bUNIQID%5d&u=0bb5043b09fdf85eaafd34a41&id=dfcbc86fdf

Dream Job Series - Hosted by Canada Poland Chamber of Commerce
Free for MBOT Members | $15 Non-Members
Session 1: Fundamentals
Wednesday, April 11, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Etobicoke Civice Centre - Main Room
In this first session, you will learn how to write a great resume, a cover letter with impact and how to optimizes your LinkedIn profile. 

Session 2: Networking
Saturday, April 14, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm | Etobicoke Civice Centre - Main Room 
In the second session, you will learn how to network successfully, both one-on-one and at larger events as well as informal get-togethers. During this session we will extend invitations to our small business, institutional, corporate members and event sponsors to attend and network with Session 1 participants.