July
Start Date: July 16, 2025
End Date: July 16, 2025
July 16, 2025
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Speaker: Flanagan Food Services
Join the Government of Ontario in partnership with Flanagan Food Services on July 16, 2025, from 10:30 am to 11:30 am EST, for a free webinar. Participants will learn about navigating the food service channel and how to successfully sell their products through this channel.
Start Date: July 24, 2025
End Date: July 24, 2025
Thursday, July 24
10:00am – 11:00am
Virtual
Whether you’re a small business owner looking to stand out or part of a non-profit team supporting entrepreneurs, this virtual workshop will help you refresh your strategy and ensure it evolves with the times.
We’ll break down what actually works in small business marketing today—from good old-fashioned word-of-mouth to creative, low-cost digital tools (including AI). You’ll learn how to rethink your brand, set a realistic marketing strategy, and walk away with a living plan you can adapt as you grow.
Expect hands-on activity, budget-friendly suggestions, and practical tools you can start using right away. You’ll leave feeling re-energized, more strategic, and ready to make your brand work harder for your business or organization.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to give your brand a meaningful refresh—without starting over
✅ The essentials of a simple, effective marketing strategy
✅ Budget-friendly tips that make sense for small teams
✅ Why traditional marketing is making a comeback (hello, referrals!)
✅ A friendly intro to using AI tools to save time and boost creativity
✅ How to build a flexible, living marketing plan you’ll actually use
August
Start Date: August 13, 2025
End Date: August 13, 2025
Wednesday, August 13
5:00pm – 7:00pm
97 Front Street, Trenton
The Quinte West Chamber truly appreciates your partnership — and we want to say thank you! 💙
Join us as we go back to the basics with a good old-fashioned backyard BBQ! 🍔🌿🎶
🌭 Enjoy mouthwatering burgers, fresh salads, refreshing drinks, and live music by the river.
🤝 Mingle and connect with fellow Chamber members in a laid-back, scenic setting along the Trent River.
It’s all about:
✅ Great networking
✅ Good music
✅ Tasty food
✅ And of course, GOOD VIBES 😎
We’re always excited to see you and catch up — don’t miss this feel-good summer tradition! ☀️
September
Start Date: September 05, 2025
End Date: September 05, 2025
54th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Prince Edward-Hastings
Friday, September 5th, 2025
Trillium Wood Golf Club
$199 Per Person · $750 / Foursome
Registration begins at 11:00 a.m. Shotgun start at 1:00 p.m.
Scramble format with some twists!
Registration includes:
Todd Keirstead Celebrity Golf Entertainer
Terrific swag
Lunch and Dinner
Hole-In-One prizes
Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin, Most Honest Golfers and more. You will have to wait until you get there to see all of the amazing things we have in store for our golfers.
Raffle on-site for great prizes including the infamous ‘Chamber Board Bucket of fun’! Silent and LIVE auction adds to the excitement!
WINE WINE WINE – Bring a bottle of your favourite, and be entered into the draw for ALL OF THE WINE!
Last year’s happy winner took home 80 bottles of wine … How many will there be this year?
Join in the fun!
Just want to come for dinner? No problem. Dinner Only is available at $55 – Pre-registration is required.
Start Date: September 16, 2025
End Date: September 16, 2025
Mark your calendars! On September 16, 2025, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) and the Climate Positive Energy Initiative (CPE) at the University of Toronto will proudly present the 3rd Annual Smart Growth Symposium – a half-day, in-person event bringing together leaders from business, government, and academia.
This year’s Symposium will spotlight key sectors driving innovation, sustainability, and economic resilience in Ontario:
🌱 Sustainable finance
🌱 Emerging technologies
🌱 Smart mobility
🌱 Workforce development
🌱 Smart agrifood
Expect a dynamic lineup of keynote speakers, interactive panels, and fireside chats, as well as the return of – by popular demand – our Table Talks sessions: expert-led roundtables designed to spark meaningful dialogue and cross-sector collaboration.
Location: Arcadian Court, 401 Bay Street (8th Floor), Toronto, ON
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025
🕗 Time: Half-day (exact times to be announced, the Symposium will commence at 8:00 a.m. EST)
🎟️ Registration: Stay tuned for ticket sales, early bird registration and agenda details
October
Start Date: October 24, 2025
End Date: October 24, 2025
Friday Oct 24, 2025
National Air Force Museum of Canada
220 RCAF Rd, Astra
5:30 – Cocktails & Networking
7:00 – Dinner
8:00 Awards Presentation
The Quinte Business Achievement Awards (QBAA) are presented annually to honour and celebrate exceptional achievements in business throughout the Bay of Quinte region. This prestigious awards program highlights the dedication, innovation, and excellence of local businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and business leaders who make our communities stronger and more vibrant.
Each year, awards are presented in a wide range of categories, including:
Agribusiness
Business Person of the Year
Health & Wellness
Hospitality & Tourism
Manufacturing
New Business
Not For Profit
Regulated Professions
Retail
Technology Sector
Young Entrepreneur
The QBAAs are an independent awards program, open to all businesses, entrepreneurs, and not-for-profit organizations located in Quinte West, Belleville, Brighton, and Prince Edward County.
Whether you’re a startup with big ideas, a long-standing organization with a strong legacy, or a passionate community leader, the QBAAs are your opportunity to be recognized and celebrated.
