Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce

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On behalf of the Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce staff and Board of Directors, we would like to take this opportunity to wish you and yours a very happy holiday season! Please note, our office will close on December 20th and will re-open on January 2nd. If you need assistance during that time, please reach out to the team via email to info@cbregionalchamber.ca. Wishing you all the best in the New Year, we look forward to seeing you then!

The Government of Canada has announced a temporary GST/HST “Holiday Tax Break” for the 2024-2025 holiday season from December 14 to February 15 on a number of items purchased in Canada. This means no GST or HST will be charged to consumers or remitted to the Canada Revenue Agency by businesses on qualifying items sold during this time. The Cape Breton Partnership has compiled available information and developed this infographic to share some key details about this change to the GST and HST this Holiday Season. The Cape Breton Partnership will also work with local business community partners to offer a workshop in early 2025 to share further resources and help the business community navigate this temporary change to sales tax. Stay tuned as information is made available on this future workshop. For further information, visit the following links: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ebcFCC7k ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ekZj-4kH ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e6ye3w49 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eCTnKyQk ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ezHjksjy . . . Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce Strait Area Chamber of Commerce

The Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce is looking for speakers for ADVANTAGE 2025 who embody the theme "Influence, Impact, Inspire". Do you know someone who fits this description, or want to nominate yourself? We want to hear from you! We’re looking for women with inspiring stories, accomplishments, and a passion for motivating others. Nominate leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who have made a difference and inspired change. Your nominations will help us create a powerful and inspiring lineup! Please fill out this form if you would like to nominate someone: https://lnkd.in/ezPrtm9B #Advantage2025

Join the Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce and Cape Breton University for Business After Hours at the Old Sydney Society on Thursday, November 14th from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. as we celebrate the end of the 50 Years in the Making exhibit! This is a fantastic opportunity to network and connect with the local business community while sharing ideas and building valuable relationships. Everyone is welcome, so bring a friend and expand your network! Complimentary refreshments will be served. Don’t miss out on this chance to meet like-minded individuals and grow your connections! RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eseYtVMS

Meet Our New Team Member We are thrilled to welcome Ankit Wadhwa (MBA) as our Membership and Events Coordinator. Ankit brings a dynamic perspective to our membership engagement and event initiatives, ensuring our Chamber members experience meaningful, impactful interactions. He holds a Master of Business Administration in Community Economic Development from Cape Breton University, where he graduates in November 2024. Ankit joins us following two and a half years with the World Tourism Institute at Cape Breton University. He is also a co-founder of Cape Breton Influencers, an organization dedicated to strengthening community connections through social events and networking opportunities, for newcomers. We are excited to have Ankit’s expertise and enthusiasm on board to further enhance our Chamber’s programs and services.

Meet Our New Team Members: We are delighted to introduce Jacob MacDonald as our new Communications and Policy Coordinator. Jacob will play a pivotal role in strengthening our communications and advancing our advocacy efforts to better serve the business community. Jacob joins us with four years of experience at Cape Breton University, where he held various roles, including Student Ambassador, and Peer Success Mentor. He graduated in May 2024 from Cape Breton University with a Bachelor of Business Administration, Major in Marketing, and served as the Valedictorian for his class. In recognition of his academic excellence and leadership, he was awarded the prestigious Frank H. Sobey Award for Excellence in Business Studies in 2022, one of only nine recipients that year. Please join us in warmly welcoming Jacob to our team!

Join the Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce on November 8, 2024, at the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion for the 34th Annual Excellence in Business Awards! This signature event brings together community entrepreneurs, visionary innovators, and business leaders as we celebrate their remarkable achievements and contributions to our local economy. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect, celebrate, and get inspired by the exceptional talent shaping our business landscape. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of celebration, networking, and recognition. We look forward to seeing you there! Tickets are available now at 2024ebas.eventbrite.ca

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