Hello Chamber Members and Partners,
Here are the latest updates and resources for businesses and employees during this uncertain time.
Send us any questions or updates you may have, we are here to help provide information, connect the dots and assure those in the North Country that we will get through this together.
Onward and Be Well!
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Governor Cuomo announced today that regions in phase 3 can now host gatherings of up to 25 people.
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USMCA/CUSMA: Overview on Key Changes for Your Business
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- Date: Thursday, June 18th
- Time: 2:00PM
Topics to be covered:
- Exports into the U.S. and Canada
- Transition from NAFTA to USMCA/CUSMA
- Important Basics of Importing (Ex: importer of record, responsibilities, financial liability, GST and recovery)
- COVID 19
- LVS and Exceptions
Panelist Include:
- Garry Douglas, President and CEO, North Country Chamber of Commerce
- Erandi Motte Cortés, Director, International Market Development and Entrepreneurship, Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal
- Robert W. Thomas, United States Consul General in Montreal
- Nigel Neale, Senior Trade Commissioner, for the Consulate General of Canada, New York
- Jason Delisle, National Director Customs Service, Bolloré Logistics
- Jerrod Nutt, Assistant Branch Manager, A.N. Deringer
USMCA builds on the success of NAFTA, but brings documentation & origin changes!
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*Webinar login information will be sent to you by email after registering.
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A CALL FOR A PLAN BEFORE ANOTHER BORDER RESTRICTION EXTENSION
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With the current expectation that the Canadian and U.S. governments are moving towards a further extension of the existing restrictions on cross border travel beyond June 21 and perhaps through July, the
North Country Chamber of Commerce
has been calling for a phased plan for returning to normalcy, with metrics and goals. We therefore greatly welcome the letter and press release below from Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and Congressman Brian Higgins, Co-Chairs of the Congressional Northern Border Caucus.
We continue to work with other partners on both sides of the border as well, and will carry on our advocacy for a more thoughtful and defined bi-national decision process.
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GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES LOW-RISK YOUTH SPORTS CAN BEGIN ON JULY 6TH
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Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced low-risk youth sports for regions in phase three of reopening can begin on July 6th with up to two spectators allowed per child.
"New York State has been continuing to follow the data and the numbers on the COVID-19 virus and we are making really great progress with the lowest number of deaths and hospitalizations since this pandemic first began," Governor Cuomo said. "This is all good news, but our behavior is what's keeping these numbers down and the numbers can change in a week if we don't remain disciplined and follow the guidelines and protocols in place. We've been getting reports from all across the state of large gatherings, social distancing violations and people are not wearing masks - and we want to remind all individuals and businesses, especially bars and restaurants, that failure to follow the state's reopening rules and guidelines will result in serious consequences."
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LAKE CHAMPLAIN SEA GRANT PROVIDING SIGNAGE FOR MARINAS
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The Lake Champlain Sea Grant was able to secure funding to print signage for marinas on Lake Champlain and Lake George, to help educate recreational boaters about safety practices. A draft of the sign is shown here.
If you would like printed copies of the sign, they can provide them at no cost. They just need to know how many you need. They’ll be printed on corrugated yard election style signs (though we’ll provide you just with the signs, not the metal stands like election style signs have).
If you would like to sign up to receive some signs, please use this
Google form
.
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To help the North Country reopen safely and meet the state and local mandates,
T
he North Country Chamber of Commerce
has created a comprehensive list of resources to navigate state and local requirements. Check out the home page for details. There is also a
series of webinars
available for businesses to help educate and provide answers to common questions.
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- Looking for Supplies: If your business is looking for hard to find protective products, we have created a list of businesses offering hand sanitizer, gloves, wipes, masks and other items.
- Now Hiring: Whether you are hiring or looking for work, we have a page dedicated to helping pair potential employees with employers.
- Webinars: Did you miss one of our webinars, you can find them all here.
- How to Help: If you are looking for a way to help the North Country, we have created an ever growing list of needs in our community. And if you are a non-profit, health care organization or a business helping those in need, email us with your needs, contact information and we will be happy to add you to our growing list.
- SCORE: Visit Scores Coronavirus page for webinars and useful articles for small businesses.
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Have Questions? We're here to help!
North Country Chamber of Commerce
518.563.1000
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