Written by: Ashley Close, Chamber Young Professionals Committee & Realtor. May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health. So many people are balancing careers, family responsibilities, financial pressures, and the everyday challenges of life — often without talking about the weight they’re carrying. […]
Read moreWhat Causes Internet Slowdowns During Busy Periods (and How to Prevent Them) Why Internet Performance Changes at Certain Times of Day Many businesses notice that Internet performance is not consistent throughout the day. Everything may run smoothly in the morning, but during busier periods, systems can take longer to respond, video calls may become […]
Read moreThe 2026 Ontario Provincial Budget introduces a series of measures aimed at supporting business investment and improving competitiveness, with a particular focus on small and medium-sized enterprises. The most notable change is a reduction in the small business corporate income tax rate, alongside additional incentives intended to encourage capital investment and business growth. The central […]
Read moreAs business leaders from across the province gathered for the 2026 Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) AGM and Convention under the theme “Ontario Connected: Business Without Barriers,” a clear message emerged: the recent expansion of U.S. Section 232 tariffs is putting jobs, investment, and integrated supply chains at risk in Ontario, and across the binational Great Lakes […]
Read moreAuthors: Michael Bussman, Partner & Rosa Lupo, Partner In the lead-up to the recently released Ontario Budget 2026, the Ontario Government announced its intention to fully rebate the 13% HST on sales of new detached and semi-detached houses, condominium units, townhouses and rowhouses, purchased as a primary place of residence or for long-term rental. The […]
Read moreOn 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 for more details. The Fearless Female Program would not be possible without our Title Sponsor, Scotiabank. To learn a little more about the Scotiabank Women Initiative, […]
Read moreWhat is more than a member? More Than A Member is a year-long initiative introduced in March 2026 by the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce. Twice a month, a brief video is shared across all Chamber marketing channels that feature authentic testimonials from Chamber members—spotlighting why they remain engaged with the Chamber, and […]
Read moreThe Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce is currently recruiting for available positions on the 2026-27 Board of Directors. We value a Board comprised of talented and committed individuals with a wide range of experience, knowledge, abilities, backgrounds, and lenses. It is essential for the Greater KW Chamber to build a Board of Directors that […]
Read moreThe global trade landscape is shifting rapidly, creating uncertainty and challenges for workers, industries and communities across Canada. In a rapidly changing world, we are focusing on what we can control: building a stronger more resilient Canada. This calls for decisive action from governments at all levels to protect jobs, strengthen local economies, and ensure […]
Read moreHow Smart Cybersecurity Helps Protect Hybrid Workplaces In the past few years, an increasing number of workplaces have been adopting a hybrid model for their employees, allowing them to split their working hours between the company’s office and their home. Hybrid work has changed how we collaborate and significantly benefited flexibility. However, with more devices […]
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