Winexpert Courtice - September 2010

Avanti Trattoria – August 2010

Avanti Trattoria located at 17 King Street East opened its doors in September 2007. Operated by Tony Albis, this restaurant provides a high quality dining experience in the downtown area. Their service is excellent and the food is great. They have considerable community involvement but notably are a leader and supporter in the Oshawa Hospital Foundation. In the 7 years that they have been involved with the Oshawa Hospital Foundation, they have raised over $1.5 million dollars. On behalf of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce and the Ambassador Committee, congratulations on being named Business of the Month for August 2010. Pictured in this presentation from left to right are, David Tuley, City of Oshawa Economic Development, Geoff Michie, RBC Dominion Securities, Tony and Ida Albis and Keith Miller of W.B. Insurance Brokers Limited.

Durham Home Respiratory Services – July 2010

DHRS opened its doors for business December 2005. Licensed through the Assistive Devices Program, they provide CPAP sales and service to clients diagnosed with OSAS (Obstructive Sleep Apnea) and in-home oxygen therapy to clients with respiratory and cardiac problems. Each clinical staff member is “licensed-to practice” and experienced in providing excellent care. Their support staff are experienced and dedicated to making the client’s experience a comfortable one. Sleep apnea treatment is essential and may reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke, prevent Type 2 Diabetes, prevent or eliminate acid reflux, treat depression and anxiety, decrease frequent urination at night, improve memory and concentration, reduce weight, reduce motor vehicle accidents, alleviate some chronic coughs and improve quality of life. 75% of severe sleep disordered breathing remains undiagnosed. DHRS provides free home visits and direct insurance billing. Their weekend and evening hours accommodate their often very young client’s lifestyle. If you snore or have high blood pressure or Type 2 Diabetes, see your physician regarding a sleep study. Stop by and visit DHRS at 1335 Simcoe St., N., Unit 1. There are always freshly baked cookies made by Donna Smith for you to enjoy.  On behalf of the Ambassador Committee and The Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, congratulations on being named as Business of the Month for July 2010. Pictured in this presentation from left to right are Geoff Michie of RBC Dominion Securities, Donna Smith of Durham Home Respiratory Services, Justine Murray Robinson of CIBC and Peter Bocking of Hardiman Mount & Associates Insurance Brokers Limited.

Grand & Toy- June 2010

Grand & Toy has been in business for 128 years offering a wide range of products to suit your business and personal office supply needs. Grand & Toy, located at 150 Taunton Road West, Unit 7 in Whitby, is available to help businesses find the best rates for their office needs. They can customize the needs of your business in many ways and in areas such as: office products, technology items, ink and toner, facility and maintenance products, furniture and interior decor items, professional services and branded promotional marketing items. As a Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce member, you are eligible to set up an account with Grand & Toy that will offer discounts of up to 80% on a list of products and provide you access to more than 7,500 in-stock quality office products. Grand & Toy invites you to book an appointment at 905-655-1274 to review the growing needs of your business or stop by the store and let their friendly staff assist you. On behalf of the Ambassador Committee and the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, congratulations on being named Business of the Month for June 2010. Pictured in this presentation from left to right are John Sturrup of JS2 Marketing & Communications, Vanessa Benedict of ScotiaMcLeod, Sean Howard of Grand & Toy, Justine Murray-Robinson of CIBC and Peter Bocking of Hardiman Mount & Associates Insurance Brokers Ltd.

The Accuprint Centre - May 2010

The Accuprint Centre is located at 169 Simcoe Street South in Oshawa. Jim and Carolyn Ouellette, Owners/Operators, have been in business for almost 25 years servicing local business and organizations. Their service is always fast and accurate and Jim and Carolyn are always a pleasure to work with. Recently the Humane Society of Durham Region needed some printing done for a three fold flyer and went to The Accuprint Centre. This flyer had a unique ‘die’ cut that would not allow the folding machine to fold them. As the flyers needed to be completed in a short period of time, Jim spent the entire night folding them by hand, all 1200 of them! On behalf of the Ambassador Committee and the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, congratulations on being named Business of the Month for May 2010. Pictured in this presentation from left to right, Geoff Michie of RBC Dominion Securities; Keith Miller of W.B. White Insurance Brokers Ltd.; Carolyn and Jim Ouellette; Jason Irani of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce and Justine Murray-Robinson of CIBC.

Re/Max Jazz - April 2010

Dave and Noel Coppins of Re/Max Jazz located at 21 Drew Street, Oshawa are ranked in the top 1% of 20,000+ Realtors in the G.T.A. and are among the top RE/MAX Agents in Durham Region. Dave and Noel do things a little differently. Their success is based on repeat and referral business from happy past clients. Dave and Noel arranged something very special for their neighbor, The Pregnancy Help Centre of Durham located at 29 Drew Street, Oshawa. On December 23, 2009 representatives from The Pregnancy Help Centre were overwhelmed when RE/Max Jazz presented them with more than $5000 in charitable donations for their worthy cause. “There is a huge need in our community for programs like the Pregnancy Help Centre, and it is our privilege to partner with them through campaigns such as our formula and diaper drive,” said Dave Coppins, Broker/Owner of RE/Max Jazz. “We have an outstanding ensemble of Realtors here who generously support a multitude of charities throughout the year. It’s a big part of who we are. We give special thanks to platinum sponsor Dianna Mandzuk, and affiliate sponsors Ron Branton (All Seasons Home Improvements), Mark Woitzik (Lawyer) and Steve Hunt (Sunspace Sunrooms), as well as all of the RE/Max Jazz Realtors, staff and clients who made donations through the office.” For more information on how you can get involved, visit www.pregnancyhelp.ca or call (905) 720-3252. On behalf of the Ambassador Committee of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, congratulations on being named Business of the Month for April 2010.  Pictured in this presentation from left to right are Noel Coppins, David Tuley of the City of Oshawa, Economic Development and Real Estate Services, Dave Coppins and Bob Malcolmson, CEO & General Manager of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce.

Flewwelling Insurance Brokers Limited - March 2010

Terri Hillis is the manager of Flewwelling Insurance Brokers Limited, Oshawa Branch Office. Terri started her insurance career with Flewwelling in 1986 and since then has attained her CAIB, Designated Brokers License, RIBO License, and Travel License and has managed the sales department. Flewwelling is a family owned and operated company long established in the GTA. They started out as Aubrey Flewwelling Insurance in 1964 and incorporated in Ontario under the present name in 1978. Flewwelling has steadily grown ever since. Over the past two generations they have helped more than 10,000 families and businesses rest secure in the knowledge that their personal and business assets are well protected. On behalf of the Ambassador Committee of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, congratulations on being named Business of the Month for March 2010. Pictured in this presentation from left to right are Jennifer Goodman of Oshawa Public Library, Sandra Sherk of Credit Counselling Services of Durham Region, Jacques Bernier of Stagevision Rentals, Terri Hillis, John Sturrup of JS2 Marketing & Communications, Justine Murray-Robinson of CIBC and David Tuley of the City of Oshawa, Economic Development & Real Estate Services. Congratulations!

PEte’s Open Kitchen - February 2010

Pete’s Open Kitchen located at 20 Simcoe Street South, Oshawa has been open since January 2006. Peter is a third generation restaurant owner. The Original Pete’s opened in downtown Toronto by Peter’s grandfather in 1926 and Peter’s father Thomas ran the restaurant until 1991. Peter is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and has worked in many fine restaurants in Toronto, Ottawa, New York, The Napa Valley in California and Europe. The philosophy behind the new Pete’s Open Kitchen is to provide fresh, seasonal food prepared on the premises with care and at reasonable prices. The menu includes a number of unique breakfast and lunch items as well as some standard favourites. There are a number of daily features ranging from soups, salads and sandwiches to their signature quiches, hot meals and chicken pot pies. On behalf of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce and the Ambassador Committee, congratulations on being named Business of the Month for February 2010. Pictured in this presentation from left to right are, Keith Tregunna of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce; John Sturrup of JS2 Marketing & Communications; Carol Ward, Peter Captsis and Sarah Peebles of Pete’s Open Kitchen and Justine Murray-Robinson of CIBC.

Ian Goodall Photography - January 2010

Ian Goodall is an Oshawa, Ontario based freelance photographer specializing in corporate assignments, location portraits, sports and weddings. Primarily a sports photographer since 1990, Ian has now trained his eye on location assignments shooting for corporate annual reports and business portraits. His unique interest in lighting has earned him the respect of many clients ranging from athletes to small business owners and CEO's. For the last 10 years, Ian has been volunteering his services for 3 weekends per year in December taking “Pet Pics with Santa”.  Every penny of money raised goes directly to the Durham Region Humane Society.  It is no wonder that Ian has been chosen as Business of the Month by the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce.  Pictured in this presentation from left to right are 2009 President Dave Hare of Petley Hare Insurance Brokers, Ian Goodall, Linda Grieco of P.R. Engineering Ltd. and Lynne Sharpe of Prime Railway Services.  On behalf of the Board of Directors and the Ambassador Committee, congratulations on being named Business of the Month for January 2010!

Revolution Salon & Spa- December 2009