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Chamber Launches HST Campaign

November 17, 2009 – Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Dave Angus is concerned about the potential impact on Manitoba businesses and families and is calling on Premier Selinger to follow the lead of Ontario and British Columbia in moving to a Harmonized Sales Tax (HST).

 "We believe that Premier Selinger has no choice but to move forward on this issue," said Angus. "Failure to take action will put Manitoba businesses at a tremendous disadvantage with companies in other provinces when it comes to encouraging investment and job creation in the province."

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 Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce Launches Spirit of Winnipeg Awards

On March 5, 2010, The Chamber, together with BDO Dunwoody, will host a gala dinner to inaugurate a new awards program, to be known as the Spirit of Winnipeg Awards, celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship – two things that help define our city.

We want to tell the stories that we know are out there … to honour the businesses and not-for-profit organizations that have contributed to the vibrancy of our city through their innovation and entrepreneurship.

The application process is easy, so consider applying. Click here for the application form.

Application for Businesses: http://www.winnipeg-chamber.com/files/Wire%20links/Spirit%20of%20Wpg%20app%20businesses.pdf

Application for Not for Profits: http://www.winnipeg-chamber.com/files/Wire%20links/Spirit%20of%20Wpg%20app%20NFP.pdf


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