Woodstock District Chamber of Commerce

21 Market Street, Woodstock 519-539-9411

Thursday, August 27, 2026

Connect with local professionals at the first Business After Five event of the fall! Enjoy networking, door prizes, refreshments, and snacks. Bring your business cards, a smile, and your luck for a chance to win.

This premier Woodstock Chamber of Commerce networking event is the perfect way to grow your connections and discover new opportunities.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Although pre-registration isn’t required, we’d appreciate an RSVP to help us estimate attendance.

Pre-register Now

Meet the Municipal Election Candidates

With the 2026 Municipal Election approaching, the Woodstock Chamber of Commerce is pleased to host a Candidates Meet & Greet, giving local businesses and residents an opportunity to connect directly with those seeking elected office.

Join us on Thursday, October 1, from 4:00–6:00 PM Boughtflower Hall, South Gate Centre to meet candidates running for Mayor, Deputy Mayor, City/County Councillor and City Councillor.

This is an opportunity to ask questions, hear candidates’ perspectives and learn more about their priorities for Woodstock and our community ahead of Election Day.

Drop in anytime between 4:00 and 6:00 PM.

No registration is required — everyone is welcome!

Mayor and Deputy Mayor Debate

Want to know where the mayor and deputy mayor candidates stand on the issues that matter to you? Join us for the upcoming debate on Friday, October 2nd at the Royal Canadian Legion, 7:30 am.

Space is limited to the first 75 people who register, so be sure to reserve your spot in advance!

Have a question for the candidates? Submit your questions using the form link below by September 23rd. Please note that while all questions will be considered, not all submissions may be included in the debate.

Submit your questions here.

New Tariff Measures for Work-Sharing Programs - Is Your Business Eligible?

Work-Sharing Information

Worker Retention Grant

E-mail

Work-Sharing Program

Call 1-800-367-5693

NOW OPEN: 2026 Fall Term for the Talent Opportunities Program

Is your organization employing (or planning to employ) a post-secondary student in a work-integrated learning (WIL) program (e.g. co-op, internship)?

The Woodstock Chamber of Commerce is delighted to share that the Talent Opportunities Program (TOP) is accepting applications for the Fall 2026 term (September 1 to December 31).

Note: TOP is still accepting applications for the Summer 2026 term (May 1 to August 31).

TOP is an initiative led by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and supported by funding from the Government of Canada, that offers subsidized wages of up to $5,000 to eligible employers anywhere in Canada, who are hiring or employing post-secondary students in a student work placement program.

Funding for this program is limited and spots fill up quickly. Click the link below to learn more.

Apply Today

For any inquiries, please contact the TOP team at top@occ.ca.

Are you a local business serving the Woodstock community?

Participate in the Buy Close By Campaign for a chance to be featured on the Chamber's social media channels and connect with even more local customers.

It's a great opportunity to share your story, highlight your products or services, and inspire residents to shop local.

Complete the participation form today and you could be our next featured business!

Let's celebrate everything that makes Woodstock's business community so special.

Apply Today