Today the government released the regulations and guidance for businesses and organizations to support them in implementing proof of vaccination requirements, which take effect on September 22, 2021.   Click HERE for the Proof of Vaccination Guidance for Businesses and Organizations under the Reopening Ontario Act.   In advance of…

Watch the full-length Oakville Riding Debate hosted by the Oakville Chamber of Commerce and YourTV Halton. A special thanks to Howard Iron Works, and GavCom Media Productions Inc. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAthBKe7HvM Watch the full-length Oakville North-Burlington Riding Debate hosted by the Oakville Chamber of Commerce and YourTV Halton. A special thanks to…

Halton Region’s Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Hamidah Meghani, has issued an amended Letter of Instructions to businesses and organizations to support their efforts to protect their staff and customers/patrons from COVID-19, preventing the spread in their workplaces and our community. The amended Instructions will replace two existing sets of…

As of September 22, 2021, Ontarians will need to be fully vaccinated (two doses plus 14 days) and provide their proof of vaccination along with photo ID to access certain public settings and facilities. This approach focuses on higher-risk indoor public settings where face coverings cannot always be worn and…

The Ontario government announced that the province will move into Step Three of its Roadmap to Reopen at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 16, 2021.   Step Three of the Roadmap focuses on the resumption of additional indoor services with larger numbers of people and restrictions in place. This includes, but is…

The Ontario government announced that the province will move into Step Two of its Roadmap to Reopen at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, June 30, 2021.   Step Two of the Roadmap focuses on the resumption of more outdoor activities and limited indoor services with small numbers of people where face…

The Oakville Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club of Oakville West presented the 26th Annual Oakville Awards for Business Excellence virtually on Thursday, June 17th. The awards celebration recognized and honoured the outstanding contributions made by local businesses. If you haven’t already, you can watch the awards presentation on…

This is the Oakville Chamber of Commerce's central hub for business resources and updates regarding COVID-19. Please visit this page often as we continue to provide the most up-to-date information. Order of Information Listed:1. Recent Government Announcements for Businesses & Workers 2. Navigating the Business Support Programs 3. Vaccinations & Testing …

The award-winning Oakville Chamber of Commerce is seeking a polished and passionate communicator who is savvy with social media platforms to join our team. Responsibilities include strategic communications, social media management, media relations, content creation and website management. This position works collaboratively with the Chamber Team to best meet the…

We are all so ready for this pandemic to end.  To see people again – other than over a computer screen. To travel and to get back to business.   Businesses are increasingly desperate. Many small businesses, in particular, have exhausted their cash reserves and reached their debt limits.   That’s why governments will…