Written by: Hannah Poole, Chamber Young Professionals Committee + Manger, Elby Professional Recruitment The holiday season in the Kitchener-Waterloo area is a magical time, filled with festive lights, cozy gatherings, and local traditions. From the charming Christmas markets to the scenic winter trails, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the season with loved ones. […]
Read moreWritten by: Emma Marriott, Chamber Young Professionals Committee + Founder, IrisHR Jeff Bezos asks, “What do people say about you when you’re not in the room?” Personal branding is more than a buzzword—it’s your reputation. If you’re not actively shaping it, someone else is. For much of my life, I followed others’ expectations without asking, […]
Read moreWritten by: Charly Bax, Chamber Young Professionals Committee + Innovation Analyst at TD Commercial Banking. On April 6th, 2024, the first Saturday in April, the 60th Elmira Maple Syrup Festival took place welcoming over 80,000 thousand attendees. This community event would not be possible without amazing volunteers who put in countless hours of work before, during, […]
Read moreWritten by: Michelle Mcdonald, Chamber Young Professionals Committee + Co-Owner & Office Manager at Creekside Hearing If you are not familiar with the acronym, CYP, you will want to get to know it! CYP stands for: Chamber Young Professionals, a sub networking group of the Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce. Now by the title of […]
Read moreWritten by: Alisa Grange, Chamber Young Professionals Committee + Licensed Paralegal Did you know that the journey for women’s rights in Canada has been a complex and often challenging one? While some women obtained the right to vote in a sporadic fashion, it wasn’t until 1918 that federal authorities granted them this right. However, even […]
Read moreWritten by: Fahmi Turk, Chamber Young Professionals Committee + Relationship Manager at Libro Credit Union Black history in February is necessary. However, people should also act on their appreciation for Black communities in Canada throughout the year. Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate Black Canadians, acknowledge historical wounds, and recognize that Black Canadians […]
Read moreWritten by: Mackenzie Ainlay, Chamber Young Professionals Committee + Philanthropic Services Specialist at Waterloo Region Community Foundation Blue Monday, typically falling on the third Monday of January, has earned a reputation as the “most depressing day of the year.” While the science behind it is questionable, there’s no denying that the post-holiday slump, cold weather, and […]
Read moreWritten by: Ruben Domingos, Chamber Young Professionals Committee + Senior Relationship Manager at TD Commerical Banking With the new year fast approaching many of us have started contemplating our New Year’s resolutions for the coming year. One of the most common resolutions people make, regardless of socioeconomic status, tends to be around improving their financial […]
Read moreWritten by: Maddie Campbell, Chair of the Chamber Young Professionals Committee + Executive Director of Canadian Student Leadership Association November kicks off the holiday season here at the Greater KW Chamber of Commerce, and throughout our community. We start preparing for many holiday parties and socials (including the Chamber Young Professionals Holiday Social at Lala […]
Read moreWritten by: Dani Bazely, Vice-Chair of the Chamber Young Professionals Committee Young professionals aged 20 to 39 make up more than 21% of our population in Waterloo Region (StatCan), and they constitute the dominant demographic in our professional circles. They are actively growing businesses, launching startups, and assuming leadership roles within teams. Their presence in […]
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