In this challenging and constantly changing business environment, the West Niagara Chambers of Commerce want to support our Members by providing relevant and up-to-date information. This includes government announcements and support programs, resources, webinars, surveys, and other important updates.

This is a collaborativ e email to share information that applies to our Memberships at large, sent on behalf of th e Grimsby Chamber, L incoln Chamber, and West Lincoln Chamber.

Grimsby & District Chamber of Commerce - Rebecca Shelley

Lincoln Chamber of Commerce - Anna Murre

West Lincoln Chamber of Commerce - Denise Potter

Introducing Canada United , a movement that brings fellow Canadians together to support small businesses like yours.

We know how important you are to our country and the communities you serve. You provide jobs, sponsor local events and youth initiatives, and make unique products that you’re proud to sell. Now it’s time that we do something for you, but we need your help.

Get involved and help us rally Canadians to show local businesses like yours some love.

How Canadians Can Join the Movement

Watch and like to make an impact

Every time you do, RBC will contribute 5¢ to the Canada United Small Business Relief Fund.

Join us to buy local on August 28 - 30

Give local businesses your business today, or join us August 28, 29 and 30 for our nationwide Canada United Shopping Weekend. We’re encouraging the country to shop local and help kickstart our economy.

Spread the word

Share videos and pictures, add a sticker or post messages of support on social media, and tell your friends to join you in this movement to help local businesses. Helping out doesn’t get much easier.

Visit GoCanadaUnited.ca or follow @GoCanadaUnited

A nationwide initiative created by RBC in collaboration with our Canada United partners.

Small Business Grant Program

Canada United is offering small business relief grants of up to $5,000 to help small Canadian businesses with recovery efforts as a result of COVID-19.

The grant funds will grow over the next several weeks as every video watched and social post liked from Canada United will result in a 5¢ contribution from RBC. Funds can be used for PPE, renovations, or e-commerce capabilities.

To determine if you’re eligible to apply for a relief grant or learn more about this program, visit GoCanadaUnited.ca.

The CRA is further extending the payment due date for 2019 individual tax returns and 2019 or 2020 corporation, or trust returns, as well as for installment payments, from September 1, 2020, to September 30, 2020.

Riipen, an Essential Business Services (EBS) partner, is launching a contest that will give away 500 premium licenses valued at $2,500, for FREE .

This contest is made possible thanks to a partnership between Riipen and The Business + Higher Education Roundtable, and with the support of The Government of Canada. 

What does Riipen do?

Innovate

Riipen helps organizations get ahead by leveraging bright student talent from colleges and universities across the globe for short term projects. 

Recruit

Students get real-world experience and course credit. Organizations get the support they need, especially during this time. Watch this 2-minute video to learn more about it .

Connect

With your Riipen license, you can connect directly to classrooms and there are no additional fees.

To apply, fill out this 5-minute application form . The contest will close on August 8th and successful participants will be notified the week of August 10th.

Free Upcoming Webinars

Navigating Your Business To Recovery

July 29 at 2:00 p.m.

In partnership with Desjardins

Have questions about navigating through government support programs? Want to learn more about e-commerce and cybersecurity? Or maybe you have questions about labour laws during the pandemic? Join this packed webinar to hear from experts on all these topics to help you navigate to recovery.  

The Key To Employee Well-Being During And After The Pandemic

Aug ust 10 at 2:00 p.m.

In partnership with Desjardins

COVID-19 has seriously shaken things up for Canadians, both in their professional and personal lives. With our new normal, which—for many of us—means teleworking and homeschooling, we're seeing an uptick in health problems that organizations and insurers need to address and adapt to. 

In this webinar, we'll be looking at how overall health culture, which includes physical, mental and financial health, is especially important during a crisis. And how going forward, this culture will be an integral part of group plans. 

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