CHAMBER CHAT HIGHLIGHTS

MINGLE - WE LOVE BELLEVILLE - Feb 13

DEBATE Provincial Candidates Feb 18

Belleville Sens SPECIAL OFFER FAMILY DAY Feb. 17

BREAKFAST 'Meet the New Police Chief' Feb. 26


NEWS: Ontario approves new HART Hub in Belleville

MEMBER GRAND OPENINGS

LOTS of Member News & Events

Discount Programs including Member2Member

We got through January. And we made it through Tuesday tariff free.


But there is still a fair amount of uncertainty and speculation on what comes next.


In the meantime, the work never ends and there are some good things happening!


In the context of loving where we live, our mingle next week is an effort to join our members together with the United Nations of Canada - Quinte Branch in a celebration of We Love Belleville and in partnership with Elexicon, hosted by The Children's Foundation/Highland Shores CAS - because it takes a village - and let's go full circle with additional support from Aspira - Quinte Gardens. We're touching all the bases next week and looking forward to some uniquely fun ways to laugh together in honour of our friendly city.

Can you believe it's been 8 years since you said goodbye to Bill, hello to Jill?

If you'll allow me a brief moment of reflection on my anniversary with the Belleville Chamber this week, it has been the best time through some of the worst times. When I started, I was so excited but honestly terrified someone would decide they'd made a mistake, or I had just been dreaming.


While some things seem the same, almost everything has changed. I would say for the better, but it hasn't all come without adversity, loss or sadness. And change requires learning every day and adjusting always to new understanding.


Thanks to all who've been along for the whole ride and those who've joined along the way for being a part of what makes this the best. job. ever.


On that note, let's talk MEMBER RENEWALS - I hope you received your renewal link last week! Every year, we give a quick shout out to our keenest members and

THANK YOU to our members who signed up to auto-renew

Advanced Electrolysis and Laser Hair Removal | beONix Technology Elevation Audiovisual | Hannafin Automation & Industrial Controls Inc Maple Leaf Tours


And our first three in last Thursday

Team George Wang Real Estate | Impacto Protective Products Inc. Reynolds O'Brien LLP


I also shared some teaser info for our new

Partner Banner

where you can be at every event

even when you're not there

READ MORE ABOUT IT


Family Day with the Belleville Sens· Feb. 17

SPECIAL OFFER FOR CHAMBER MEMBERS

This is a great opportunity to enjoy an action-packed AHL hockey game with family and friends while taking advantage of exclusive discounted tickets for Chamber members and their guests.

PURCHASE TICKETS for $29 each


Get your discounted tickets now! Limited availability—secure yours today. 

Go Sens Go!

GET TICKETS

CONNECTING

NEXT BREAKFAST · February 26th, 2025

Get to know Belleville's new Police Chief

sponsored by: Integrity Investigative Solutions

 The strong connection with Belleville Police Service has been valued by the Chamber network for many years.

And as the BPS looks forward, they are keen to hear from you in an interactive, round table discussion on the

policing needs of Belleville and

how you can help make that happen.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN - CLICK HERE

Stay up-to-date at bellevillechamber.ca/breakfasts
REGISTER NOW!

WE LOVE BELLEVILLE MINGLE

Thursday, February 13th · 5 - 7 pm

The merging of love and how "It takes a village" is the foundation of this unique Chamber mingle.  UNAC-Quinte (United Nations Association - Quinte Branch), The Children's Foundation and Highland Shores Children's Aid Society has teamed up to celebrate diversity within the place we love to call home. Experience fun ways to share food, laughter, break down barriers and show how much WE LOVE BELLEVILLE. Thanks to Elexicon Energy for their support, as well as Quinte Gardens and Community Bakehouse for fantastic food.

DID YOU MISS IT? Check out photo gallery from last mingle.

CHECK OUT MINGLE DATES AHEAD IN 2025

REPRESENTING

Is there something we can do to help with at any level of government?

Use our NEW Advocacy Submission Form

ADVOCACY SUPPORT REQUEST

The Provincial election has been announced for FEBRUARY 27


We have scheduled

February 18th

for a debate with the Bay Of Quinte Riding provincial candidates. Doors Open at 6:00 pm

Debate Starts at 7:00 pm


DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION YOU WOULD LIKE TO ASK THE CANDIDATES?


Click here to submit your question

for consideration.

Belleville approved as one of 18 new HART Hubs

With 18 Additional Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment Hubs $529 million record investment will create a total of 27 new HART hubs across Ontario with the goal to be up and running by April 1st.

READ Media release from Province

What is Next for Ontario?

2025 Economic Outlook and Business Confidence Analysis

FEBRUARY 13 - 11:30 am.

The OCC presents a first look at how Ontario’s businesses are preparing for 2025, focusing on key issues such as labour shortages, climate and energy policies, reconciliation, supply chain challenges, and more.  This event is a unique opportunity to shape the conversation around Ontario’s economic future. Engage with industry leaders, political representatives, and policymakers to discuss how businesses can thrive amid uncertainty and lead Ontario toward greater economic growth and competitiveness. 

Featuring special remarks by Daniel Tisch, President and CEO, OCC.

Guests include

  • Hon. Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development Job Creation and Trade
  • David Lebeter, President and CEO, Hydro One Networks Inc.
  • Jennifer Lee, Senior Economist and Managing Director, BMO Capital Markets Economics

Moderated by Amber Kanwar, BNN Bloomberg.

REGISTER for this hybrid event NOW.

GRAND OPENINGS!

If you were wondering what the massive building was on University Avenue... Check out the Video below...

CONGRATULATIONS Mikhaiel Logistics on your Grand Opening AND a warm welcome to our newest member!

CALLING ALL DOGS! Brand new for you! You are going to love this place!

SHARING

NEWS and EVENTS FROM OUR MEMBERS!

You may remember meeting Nikki Clarke through our Chamber Chat last year,

when we launched the Dual Partnership with the CBCC.

She's back in town next weekend wearing a couple other hats,

but if you are able to attend - she'll be at the

Quinte Arts Council

Thursday, February 13 for

Acoustic Soul

MORE INFO


or find her at the

BELLEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY - Saturday, February 15

REGISTER HERE

CVN Quinte is launching their first fund-raising campaign in years with the goal to offer a new service to our community.


Community Visions & Networking Quinte is a long-standing leader in supporting adults with disabilities across the region. 'Services with a Twist' seeks to bring CVN Quinte ADVENTURES to those in need, turning a fishing trip, food tour or a crafting retreat into a reality while you enjoy the amazing 'Twist & Shout' show at the Empire Theatre for the campaign's grand finale.


READ MORE on how you can help or to purchase tickets.

HOSTING A BUSINESS EVENT OR WORKSHOP?

ADD IT TO OUR CALENDAR!

Using your member login, it is easy to add your event to our Chamber calendar. NEED HELP?

Click on this link for instructions OR call us and we will walk you through it.

CLICK HERE FOR THE CHAMBER COMMUNITY CALENDAR!

IF YOU HAVE A COMMUNITY EVENT, CLICK HERE FOR

DISCOVER BELLEVILLE'S PUBLIC CALENDAR

DO YOU LOVE LIVE MUSIC?

Use these quick links to our members who are fabulous hosts and

don't miss some of the best entertainers in the region.

The Local Social House Live Music Series

UpFront Cafe

The Belleville Club

Meyers Creek Brewing Company Smokin' 116 Bistro and if you are

heading to the County, check out

Base 31

The Waring House

SAVE $$$ with these programs and more through our national and provincial partners.

DID YOU KNOW? Using your member LOGIN, you can update your directory listing, add job postings, special offers, add news items and now you can


CUSTOMIZE YOUR PROFILE!

We're often asked for statistics on member demographics and if you would like to share this particular information, check out the options on your profile page!

NEED HELP? Click here for information.

Maybe it's time to ask for a quote from the

Chamber Plan.

It's quick and easy.


CALL Matt Howell at

613-962-4239

Chamber Members are

YOUR CUSTOMERS. 



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February is also Black History Month and look for

Belleville events here @ DiscoverBelleville

Quinte Region events here @ BayofQuinte

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