August 6 Chamber E-News

Chamber

E-News

AUGUST 6, 2025

Upcoming Events

Festival of the Sound

July 29 - August 9, 2025

Muskoka Summerfest - Reggaddiction

August 9, 2025

District Chair's Dock Party

August 9, 2025

Hockey Night in Muskoka

August 14, 2025

CLSM Country Music Fundraiser

August 14, 2025

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Their mission is to help business owners get exit-ready—whether that exit is tomorrow or ten years down the road. By focusing on building value now, optimizing operations, and protecting what you've built, Exit Horizon aligns every step with your long-term vision for life after the exit.

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Community News

What's happening with other local businesses and organizations.

Pride Parade 2025 Photo Album

The 2025 Muskoka Pride Parade was an incredible display of inclusion and diversity in Downtown Bracebridge.

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Congratulations to our Giveaway Winner, Alison Waugh-Sunico!

Safety Connection | MLITSD Retail Ergonomics Campaign

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Business Resources

Take advantage of resources to improve your business.

Deadline: August 1, 2025

Starter Company Plus Program

Business management training
Mentoring
A chance at one of ten $5,000 grants

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Retail Modernization Project Grant

The DCC Retail Modernization Project Grant supports Ontario-based retail businesses to invest in cutting-edge technology to drive sales, boost efficiency and improve customer service.

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The Muskoka Housing Task Force 2.0 (MHTF 2.0) is actively working to find solutions and make recommendations to District Council to assist with solving the housing crisis in Muskoka. The MHTF 2.0 has discussed head leases as a potential option to contribute to the development of affordable housing, and the District is seeking to explore this model further. This is part of our broader commitment to creating Housing for Everyone in Muskoka. If you know of a developer who might be interested in contributing to the discussion on head leases, please share this opportunity with them.

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Our Members are Hiring

Discover local job opportunities.

Recreation Support Facilitator

Experienced AZ, AZR, or DZ Driver/General Labourer

Tree Climber/Utility Arborist

Grounds Crew

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Community Events

Support local businesses and organizations by attending events.

Festival of the Sound

The Festival of the Sound is a world-renowned chamber and classical music festival in scenic Parry Sound. Founded in 1979 by pianist Anton Kuerti, The Festival has grown to cover three weeks and dozens of concerts, including weekends of jazz and folk music.

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District Chairs Dock Party

Join District Chair Jeff Lehman for a 1920s-themed garden party at Port Cunnington Lodge on Lake of Bays. Dress in your best Roaring Twenties attire and enjoy live jazz, dinner, wine tasting, a live auction, and a cruise on the SS Bigwin. Proceeds support United Way Simcoe Muskoka and two local programs: the Mobile Youth Wellness Hub and Getting Ahead Across Muskoka.

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Hockey Night in Muskoka

Experience a fun-filled hockey game that will highlight NHL players and NHL alumni and a Youth Ball Hockey Experience in support of the South Muskoka Hospital Foundation and United Way Simcoe Muskoka's programs in Muskoka!

CLSM Country Legends Tribute Show Fundraiser

Community Living South Muskoka is proud to present a series of live music events across Muskoka, celebrating inclusion and belonging in our community.

CLSM's upcoming event is one of three exciting fundraisers in the series and will feature Country Legends Tribute Artist Gordon Cormier. Known for his performances of country classics by George Jones, Charley Pride, Conway Twitty, Merle Haggard, and Johnny Cash, Gordon also brings the spirit of Newfoundland through songs, stories, jigs, and reels.

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SMHF 45th Anniversary Sapphire Soiree

2025 marks 45 years of community-driven support for exceptional healthcare in South Muskoka. The Sapphire Soirée is more than a celebration — it's a chance to shape the future of care. Guests will enjoy a luxurious Brew-Master dinner, open bar, and live entertainment, while exploring interactive features like the History Wall, Giving Tree, and Time Capsule. Every moment of this exclusive evening helps fund life-saving equipment, cutting-edge technology, and vital education for our healthcare professionals.

Join us in honouring the past and investing in local healthcare

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Networking at Noon with Barriston Law

Join us for a Business at Noon Networking Event, proudly hosted by Barriston Law in collaboration with the Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce! Barriston Law is generously providing lunch and beverages to fuel engaging conversations. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a budding entrepreneur, come to chat with others in the Bracebridge business community.