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Quinte West Chamber of Commerce and OCC: How to Comply to Employment Standard AODA – How Comply and File

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Did you know that 2017 is a reporting year and businesses with 20+ staff must report to the Provincial Government on whether they implemented and comply with the Employment Standard under the AODA?

This session will inform you on what you need to do to comply and how to file the report.

Also learn about the business case for hiring people with disabilities and the requirements of the Employment Standard under the AODA.  Having an inclusive workplace and an accessible organization makes good business sense.

Guest Speaker:  Louie Di Palma, Director SME Programs, Ontario Chamber of Commerce
Presentation Title:  Employment Standard and The Business Case for Creating Inclusive Workplaces

7:30AM  Registration
8:00AM  Breakfast Served

Location:
Ramada Hotel Trenton
99 Glen Miller Road
Trenton (At the 401)

RSVP required – please respond by December 1
Tel:  613-392-7635
Email:  manager@quintewestchamber.ca

HR Professionals Association – Quinte and District Chapter – Simplify you WSIB Claims Management Workshop

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Gain the knowledge and confidence to manager your WSIB claims efficiently.

Learn About:

  • Your obligations when a worker is injured
  • Benefits your worker may receive
  • Strategies to better manage WSIB claims
  • Obligations you may have to re-employ your injured worker
  • Managing the return to work process
  • Effectively managing WSIB costs
  • Whether cost relief is an option for your claim/s
  • New WSIB Chronic Mental Stress Policy
  • Your rights to appeal decisions as an employer

7:00am – 7:30am   Registration
7:30am – 8:00am   Breakfast
8:00am – 11:00am  Presentation
11:00am – 11:30am  Q&A

Cost:  Free for Members, $25 for Non-Members

Presented by:  Lee Anne Farrow, Employer Specialist – Office of the Employer Adviser

REGISTER

 

Small Business Centre: Starter Plus Workshop – Belleville

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If you are over 18 years of age and are thinking of starting or expanding a full time business, you may be eligible for the Starter Plus grant. To qualify your business must fall into one of the three categories listed below:

* Introducing a new product or service
* Create a new process for creating or delivering a product/ service
* Introduce a new market to the region

This grant can provide up to $5,000 to offset expenses and offers training for start ups and business assistance for companies expanding. Additional program benefits include mentoring, workshops, networking, and more.

Start:  2:00 PM
End:   3:00 PM
Location:  Quinte Business Development Centre, 284B Wallbridge Loyalist Road, Belleville

Registration: Send an email to liz@smallbusinessctr.com or call us at 613-961-0590.

Small Business Centre: Business Start-Up Workshop – Belleville

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If you have ever thought about starting your own business, here is an opportunity to explore your idea!

Learn what to consider when starting a business, why you need a business plan, why market research is important, and where you can secure financing.

Do you have the traits of an entrepreneur? Find out how you can be successful.

Start: 10:00 AM
End:  12:00 PM
Location:  Quinte Business Development Centre – 284B Wallbridge Loyalist Road, Belleville

Registration: Send an email to liz@smallbusinessctr.com or call us at 613-961-0590.