Chamber Updates & Local News
Benefits of Hiring PWD
As businesses continue to struggle with recruitment and job retainment, the Discover Ability Network is here to support you. Learn more about the network and the benefits of hiring PWD. The COVID-19 pandemic brought the world to a stand-still. In Ontario, this resulted in numerous lock downs and restrictive measures that heavily impacted businesses. The…
Read More > A Seat at the Table
Breaking down what “A Seat at the Table” means as Canada strives to uphold equity and fairness As Canadians we continuously strive for a barrier free society built on equity and fairness. While steps have been taken towards this admirable goal, more can still be done. This is the central belief for “A Seat at…
Read More > Summary of the OCC’s Ontario Economic Report
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) has released their seventh annual OER, which is intended to offer a unique perspective on the experience of businesses of all sizes across the province. Outlined in this article are key findings on the Kingston-Pembroke region. the Ontario Chamber of Commerce released its seventh annual Ontario Economic Report (OER).…
Read More > Here’s Why Disability Awareness and Confidence Training for Your Employees is Key to Creating an Inclusive Work Environment
Dean Askin, Communications Strategist, Ontario Disability Employment Network Second in a two-part series In 2021, there’s more awareness, conversation and action on disability-inclusive recruiting and hiring of talent, than ever before. This is a good thing. For job seekers who have a disability; businesses; and the economy alike. Numerous research reports, studies and statistics show…
Read More > When You Understand the Diversity of Disability, You Can Be More Successful With Inclusive Hiring
Dean Askin, Communications Strategist, Ontario Disability Employment Network In 2021, we’re at a watershed moment in history: There’s more commitment to, action on and conversation about disability inclusion in the business sector than ever before. In 2021, we’re at a watershed moment in history: There’s more commitment to, action on and conversation about disability inclusion…
Read More > Accreditation Validation of Chamber’s Commitment to Excellence
The Greater Kingston Chamber of Commerce is one of only 63 chambers or boards of trade (out of over 400) across Canada that have received this elite certification. As the Greater Kingston Chamber of Commerce continues its renewal and growth efforts, the Chamber team is celebrating a major milestone that validates and affirms the Chamber’s…
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