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September 8 – Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce presents a “Lunch & Learn” in the Chamber Boardroom, Oshawa. 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Facilitator Ron Bestor of General Printers will talk about how to “Maximize Your Return On Direct Mail & Digital Print Media”. Registration is free. This is a member’s only benefit. For complete details, and to register for this event, see the registration form [PDF], contact the Chamber at 905.728.1683 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it your request.

September 14 – HRS Group Inc. presents Health & Safety Training - Fall Protection and Aerial Work Platforms in the Chamber Boardroom, Oshawa. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This training meets CSA Standards. Cost $200. (Value $305.10 - price includes in-class training, practical training and taxes). For complete details, and to register for this event, see the registration form [PDF], contact the Chamber at 905.728.1683 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it your request.

September 15 – HRS Group Inc. is presenting Health & Safety Training - Forklift Certification in the Chamber Boardroom, Oshawa. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This training meets CSA Standards. Cost $200. (Value $293.80 - Price includes in-class training, practical training and taxes).For complete details, and to register for this event, see the registration form [PDF], contact the Chamber at 905.728.1683 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it your request.

September 16 – Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce presents the 15th Annual Business Excellence Awards at the Holiday Inn Oshawa Whitby Conference Centre, Oshawa from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. For complete details, and to register for this event, see the registration form [PDF], contact the Chamber at 905.728.1683 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it your request.

September 20 – Join Community Care Durham’s Official Opening Celebration at its new location 20 Sunray Street, Units 5 & 6 in Whitby from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. The ribbon cutting will be held at 3:00 p.m. To RSVP, call 905-430-5613 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

September 21 – Are you ready for the low-carbon economy? The Carbon Economy Summit will provide you with a roadmap for action, and the contacts and ideas to move it forward. Allstream Centre, Exhibition Place, Toronto. 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. For information and to register, visit www.carboneconomysummit.com.

September 22 – Learn What You’re Voting For! The Business and Professional Women’s Club of Durham host a Durham Region Political Forum at The Victorian Gardens Banquet Hall, 570 Westney Rd. South, #15-A, Ajax,  from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.. For event information ant to register contact: Kim Beatty, Communications Chair at 905-579-8184 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . For more info about the event visit www.bpwdurham.com

September 23 – Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce presents a one-day Disney's Approach to Business Excellence at the Holiday Inn Oshawa Whitby Conference Centre, Oshawa. 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to take an inside look at the "business behind the magic" from experienced Disney leaders. Chamber member and Group Discounts available. For complete details, and to register for this event, see the registration form [PDF], contact the Chamber at 905.728.1683 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it your request.

September 24, October 1, October 8, October 15 – Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce has teamed with key partners to present the Safe Communities Incentive Program in the Chamber Boardroom. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A series of workshops to promote workplace safety that will save participants money with a WSIB rebate for taking part. Cost: $125.00 (plus HST) includes (4) four - Half Day In-Class Management Training Course Sessions and a Continental Breakfast! For complete details, and to register for this event, see the registration form [PDF], contact the Chamber at 905.728.1683 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it your request.

September 28 – OSHAWA ELECTION DEBATE - CITY COUNCIL (3 to be elected). Durham Region Association of Realtors, Durham Region Homebuilders’ Association and the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce have teamed up with Durham Radio Inc. to host Election Debates. The debates will be broadcast live on 1580 CKDO Radio from the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 43, 471 Simcoe Street South, Oshawa from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

September 27 – FREE Information Night at UOIT Management Development Centre.  GMAT, MBA, MDC courses. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Click here to download the registration form. For additional programs and services offered by the MDC, visit www.businessandit.uoit.ca/mdc, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 905.721.8668 ext 3290.

September 29 – OSHAWA ELECTION DEBATE - REGION & CITY COUNCIL (7 to be elected). Durham Region Association of Realtors, Durham Region Homebuilders’ Association and the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce have teamed up with Durham Radio Inc. to host Election Debates. The debates will be broadcast live on 1580 CKDO Radio from the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 43, 471 Simcoe Street South, Oshawa from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

September 30 – OSHAWA ELECTION DEBATE - MAYORALTY (1 to be elected) + SCHOOL TRUSTEES (5 to be elected). Durham Region Association of Realtors, Durham Region Homebuilders’ Association and the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce have teamed up with Durham Radio Inc. to host Election Debates. The debates will be broadcast live on 1580 CKDO Radio from the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 43, 471 Simcoe Street South, Oshawa from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

October 5 – The Day of Hope and Leadership is a unique one day investment in professional development at Tosca Banquet Hall, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information and to register, visit www.dayofhopeandleadership.com

October 12 & 13 – The Durham Strategic Energy Alliance (DSEA) hosts “Making A Sustainable Community Happen” at the Ajax Convention Centre. 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information and to register, visit www.forum.dsea.ca.

October 14 – Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce presents B2B Fall Marketplace 2010 tradeshow. Holiday Inn Oshawa Whitby Conference Centre, Oshawa. 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Members: $10.00; Prospective Members: $20.00; Exhibitor Table: $35.00. For complete details, and to register for this event, see the registration form [PDF], contact the Chamber at 905.728.1683 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it your request.

October 15 -17 GMAT –  Test Preparation Weekend at UOIT Management Development Centre. 25-hour comprehensive review program designed to prepare you for the GMAT exam: qualitative, verbal and analytical writing assessment components reviewed, with five practice GMAT exams. Click here to download the GMAT flyer and registration form. For additional programs and services offered by the MDC, visit www.businessandit.uoit.ca/mdc, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 905.721.8668 ext 3290.

October 19 & 20 – Fred Prior Seminars presents 2 one day seminars, Microsoft Excel – Basics for beginning to intermediate users and Microsoft Excel – Beyond the Basics to make you a pro! Best Western Durham Hotel, Oshawa. 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Cost: $159. Register at www.pryor.com or call 1-800-556-2998.

October 20 – Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce presents Women In Business at Mexico Lindo, Oshawa, 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. with keynote speaker Pat Rivard, CEO, Autoworkers Community Credit Union. Members: $30.00; Prospective Members: $60.00. For complete details, and to register for this event, see the registration form [PDF], contact the Chamber at 905.728.1683 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it your request.

October 20 & 21 – Skill Path presents “Excelling As A Highly Effective Team Leader” at the Harmony Creek Golf Centre, Oshawa, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost $563.87 per person. Additional courses on a variety of topic also available. Visit www.skillpath.ca for details.

October 21 – Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce presents Business 4 Breakfast at the Chamber Boardroom, Oshawa. 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Topic: “Accessibility Standards for Customer Service” facilitated by: Accessibility Experts Ltd.  Members: $12.00; Prospective Members: $24.00. For complete details, and to register for this event, see the registration form [PDF], contact the Chamber at 905.728.1683 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it your request.

October 28 – Join Durham Economic Development Partners and Durham Sustain Ability for the Eco-Business Conference, Ajax Convention Centre,  8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. $50.00/per person (includes lunch). For more information or to register, visit www.eco-business.ca

November 3 – Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce hosts 2^nd Annual Curling “Fun” Spiel. Come out for a “fun” day of curling and networking. Sponsorships available. For complete details, and to register for this event, see the registration form [PDF], contact the Chamber at 905.728.1683 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it your request.

November 5 – Durham Economic Prosperity Conference 2010 will be held at the Ajax Convention Centre, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. This half day think tank is a must for all forward thinking business leaders in Durham Region. Cost $125/per person (includes breakfast & lunch). This event is by invitation only, visit www.durhamprosperity.org for details.

November 15 to 19 – Canadian Australian Chamber of Commerce (CACC) is organizing a Trade Mission to Australia during the week of November 15 to 19, 2010. Visit www.cacc.com.au for details.