Comments for The Ontario Chamber of Commerce

Comment on A Message from the President & CEO by Debbi M Nicholson

Debbi M Nicholson — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:34:09 +0000

Congratulations, Allan, and welcome to the network! It was a pleasure meeting you at the CEO conference in Guelph and I look forward to your leadership in the years to come. The OCC has an enviable legacy and a terrific team and I am confident that together we can do some amazing things. All the best.

Debbi

Comment on Drummond Report Sets Stage for Ontario’s Future Competitiveness by margo young

margo young — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:43:10 +0000

I am not sure how the report will impact my small business. I hope that the government would encourage the manufacturing sector and help them to be more competitive. Most Canadians want to buy Canadian, but pricing is not competitive.

It is increasingly more difficult for interior decorators and designers to do business. The big retail box stores are constantly undercutting even the wholesalers. Is this just a sign of the times to keep the cash flow going? i.e. blinds, appliances, plumbing fixtures.

I would really appreciate it if the government and the Chamber of Commerce would look into the exorbitant cost of banking for small retail business. We pay for depositing money! We have no alternative and in fact I know many small businesses are only accepting cheques and cash now.

A suggestion concerning Health Care: it is my personal family experience that there is far too much waste concerning the prescriptions and medical devices sent to the homes of palliative care patients. My aunt was sent a month supply and when she passed away we had to throw out hundreds of dollars of medication and supplies that are considered contaminated once delivered to the home. A weekly/biweekly delivery would have saved hundreds of dollars. This may seem small, but multiply it.

We need to support our doctors with incentives. Many of the GP’s have become record processors. They simply forward their patients to specialists.

I believe it would be financially beneficial to crack down on [those]* who do not pay taxes and deal under the table. One of the downfalls of the Greek government was that people avoided paying taxes!

*Editor’s addition.

Comment on A Message from the President & CEO by Mark J. Stewart

Mark J. Stewart — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 22:16:13 +0000

Congratulations, Allan. A great choice by the OCC!

Comment on Construction Industry to Pay WSIB Fees in 2013 by Terry Ryckman

Terry Ryckman — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:27:18 +0000

Come January 2013, I can safely assure you that there is currently 12 small businesses as well as mine that will be closing our doors. As of today, February, 14, 2012, I have been informed of five businesses that “already” closed their doors in fear of bankruptcy of compliance with the new WSIB rules. This means, my accountant will be losing future business. (another imminent closure). Any / all who may have had gainful employment for bookeeping purposes will be out of work. And the list will go on. We ALL have been in business for ten years or better with an ABOVE BOARD private insurance provider that has been far more superior for coverages 24/7 than what WSIB could ever offer. Oh, and there is another loser in all of this. Penn Corp Insurance. They will no longer have the clients for insurance if none of us are able to work with the freedom of choice. None of us have considered ourselves to be contributing to the “Underground economy” If the WSIB wants a “Level Playing Field”, then maybe they need to work on their own team which is top end heavy. 14 Billion dollars debt ridden . You all had better get on your trains for the golden arches of your guranteed pension plan because come first of the year, there may not be a pension plan left.

Comment on A Message from the President & CEO by Lloyd Longfield

Lloyd Longfield — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:02:48 +0000

Congratulations Allan! It was great to meet you at last week’s CEO conference in Guelph. I look forward to discussing how CEO and the OCC can work together to support Ontario’s Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade. As you know, CEO plays a critical role in professional development, and OCC plays a critical role in advocacy. Together CEO and OCC connect our staff and volunteers and the members on whose behalf we all work and serve. As the incoming chair of CEO I agree with Gerry we are at a critical juncture, as we work on supporting Ontario’s businesses of all types and sizes in Ontario’s communities of all types and sizes.

Comment on A Message from the President & CEO by Gerry Macartney

Gerry Macartney — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:37:24 +0000

Allan: Can we discuss the need to merge the CEO with the OCC. We have reached a critical juncture.

Gerry

Comment on Announcing Allan O’Dette As New OCC President & CEO by Chris May

Chris May — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:49:47 +0000

Allan, Congratulations on your new career move. I have enjoyed working with you in the past on the Board of the Canadian Club of Toronto and I look forward to working wth you in your new role at the OCC. You will bring a wealth of experience leading a great team.

Comment on Announcing Allan O’Dette As New OCC President & CEO by Todd Letts

Todd Letts — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:07:00 +0000

Congratulations Allan! We look forward to welcoming you to the Chamber Executive network!

All the best,
Todd

Comment on Announcing Allan O’Dette As New OCC President & CEO by Renata Rea

Renata Rea — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:30:01 +0000

Congratulations Allan – this is a terrific opportunity for you and for the Chamber !
All the best – Renata

Comment on Mowat Centre and Ontario Chamber of Commerce Release New Economic Vision for Ontario by Ring of Fire News – 30 Jan 12 « Ring of Fire News

Ring of Fire News – 30 Jan 12 « Ring of Fire News — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:05:38 +0000

[...] New Ontario Chamber of Commerce report includes a few Ring of Fire mentions. “…. Northern Ontario’s Ring of Fire is hailed as the most promising mining opportunity in Canada in a century …. Maximizing opportunities from the Ring of Fire will require consultation with Aboriginal peoples, and with a variety of stakeholders, as well as adequate infrastructure, energy supply, and environmental stewardship …. Maximize resource development: Ensure that investments in the Ring of Fire generate the greatest benefits for Ontario ….” “Emerging Stronger” report (PDF) – more [...]