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  • BESTWR Releases Second Update to Vision 1 Million Scorecard

    New Data Reveals a Growing Gap Between Infrastructure Progress and Support for People The Business and Economic Support Team of Waterloo Region (BESTWR) today released the second update to the Vision 1 Million Scorecard, a tool tracking Waterloo Region’s readiness to grow to one million residents. One year since its launch, the update offers reason […]

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  • Closure of 570 News Radio

    Like many across Waterloo Region, we were disappointed to learn of the closure of 570 News Radio. We believe this is a significant loss for our region and, particularly for our local business community, which has long relied on the station for trusted local news, business information, and community connections. As business organizations, we understand […]

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  • $1.84 million provided to 97 local organizations through WRCF’s grant streams focused on social infrastructure

    Today, Waterloo Region Community Foundation (WRCF) announced $1.84 million in grants to 97 local organizations to support activities that strengthen our region’s social infrastructure. Funding was provided through three grant streams: Arts Grants, Community Grants, and Racial Equity Grants, and included support from WRCF Fundholders and donors, along with partnerships with both Trinity United Church […]

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  • Fearless Female (July): Jennifer Scott

    On the first Tuesday of every month, we’ll announce a new Fearless Female, including a video interview of them sharing their business story. Want to be featured as a Fearless Female? Contact Memberships at memberships@greaterkwchamber.com for more details. The Fearless Female Program would not be possible without our Title Sponsor, Scotiabank. To learn a little […]

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  • Letter to Minister of Municipal Affairs – Regional Chair skills

    The Ontario government has passed legislation that will see the province appoint heads of councils in 8 municipalities after the upcoming municipal election this fall. These appointees will have strong Chair powers to deliver on the provincial mandate letters they receive from the government. The government has indicated they are open to hearing from individuals […]

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