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MCC E-UpdateThe E-Update is your most comprehensive source of news, articles and events relating to Manitoba's business community and its chamber network. The E-Update can be scanned from top to bottom in less than a minute. If, however, your interests are more focused, click here for tips on finding the topics you care about quickly and easily. NOTE: If you cannot access any of the links, all the information is available at www.mbchamber.mb.ca 
MCC NEWSMember Mailbag: The Boyne Valley Water Initiative
Craig Spencer, Chair of the Boyne Valley Water Initiative, wrote: "I would like to express our thanks to the MCC for its provincial-wide support. Our logo is 'Planning for the Future'. Your recognition of the necessity and importance of this project displays an understanding of what is essential for the well-being of Manitobans and its economy." Manitoba's Conservation Minister Addresses the MCC
Includes video of Minister Blaikie on The Challenge Of Sustainability, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Manitoba's East Side, A Sustainability Parable, The Image of the Interlake, Nitrogen and Winnipeg's Water System, and greetings from event sponsor the Manitoba Pork Council.
CORPORATE MEMBER NEWSCanada's Software CEOs Predict Strong Year of Growth: PwC Survey
"Companies in this sector weathered the recession well and even in 2009, CEOs found ways to continue to invest in their operations. We were surprised at how little downsizing and turnover there was despite a decline in exports last year and almost a third did not engage in any cost-cutting activities at all", says Peter Matutat, PwC's partner and national emerging company practice leader.
Canada Road Safety Week Supported by Manitoba's Trucking Industry
Professional truck drivers share their workplace with thousands of motorists, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The long weekend coming up kicks off a season of trips to the lake, cabins, and road trips for Manitoban families. (Includes safety tips)
BU Places Third In National Competition Judged By Top Canadian CEO'sThe team from Brandon University, comprised of 24 members, operate 11 successful community outreach programs and volunteer thousands of volunteer hours. Their projects have created $447,700 in economic opportunity in Brandon and surrounding areas this year alone and have positively impacted 3,300 people in their community.
Deloitte Asks "Out of 100, What's Your Degree of Financial Literacy?"
Publicly accountable entities are in the process of migrating from Canadian generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Directors' responsibilities also now encompass such matters as evaluating the adequacy of internal controls, the reasonableness of fair values attributed to assets and liabilities, and the appropriate use of non-GAAP performance measures. (includes assessment questionnaire) Viterra Recognizes Employee Safety AchievementsIn Viterra's Agri-products division, employees have successfully accumulated over one million hours with no lost time incidents. This represents 190 consecutive working days from September 22, 2009 to March 31, 2010 and includes over 1,400 employees working at Viterra's 269 agri-products sites across Western Canada. Casinos of Winnipeg Earn National Environmental CertificationThe Casinos of Winnipeg join a growing trend among commercial building operators to view business operations from an environmental perspective. About 40 other buildings in Manitoba are certified BOMA BESt.
Scotiabank Launches Two New Gold Products During Canada Finance Minister Jim Flaherty's Visit to India
ScotiaMocatta, the precious metals division of the Scotiabank Group, is a global leader in precious metals trading and finance, with roots dating back to 1671. ScotiaMocatta is the Chairman of the London Silver Fixing, Member and past Chair of the benchmark London Gold Fixing, and a leading market-maker with operations worldwide. [photo courtesy of CNW Group]
BDC Doubles Support to Aspiring Young EntrepreneursUnder its partnership with Canadian Youth Business Foundation, BDC is doubling the dollars it provides to eligible recipients. In the Know When On the Go....Scotiabank to 'Mobilize' Its Festivals & Events
Starting with Scotiabank Caribana 2010, Smartphone users will now have the ability to navigate through events and access key information while on-the-go. All Scotiabank-sponsored festivals and events will have a free interactive mobile application (app) for iPhone, Blackberry and Android users. Manitoba Life Science News for the week ending May 14, 2010News and notes about, and of interest to, Manitoba's Life Sciences Industry. Rogers and PROFIT Recognize Canada's Most Innovative Small Businesses
MetaFLO Technologies Inc., Blue-Zone Technologies Ltd. and Sensor Wireless Inc. win Innovations@Work Awards. BDC Receives International Recognition for Its Support of Canadian EntrepreneursThe Corporate Governance award recognized BDC's work in advocating, promoting and sustaining good corporate-governance practices and ideals, while the Corporate Social Responsibility Award honoured the bank's work in aboriginal financing. BDC Announces Winners of the 2010 E-Spirit National Aboriginal Youth Business Plan Competition
Aimed at Aboriginal students in grades 10 to 12, E-Spirit is an Internet-based business plan competition that features 16 weeks of interactive business planning resources, including online mentorship. Winnipeg High School to bring home Bronze and two special achievement awards. IBM and McMaster University Collaborate on "Smarter Transportation" Research
McMaster and IBM (NYSE: IBM) have launched a research project to investigate how the automotive industry can connect a vehicle's multiple microprocessors, which currently work in isolation, to create a "cognitive car" that can predict vehicle failures before they happen, redirect drivers to less congested routes and help reduce traffic accidents.
Deloitte's "The Agenda" Addresses Hot Topics for Boards & CommitteesIn this issue: the continuing transformation of the economy as it climbs out of the recession; investor needs and expectations, and how to ensure your organization is ready to compete on a global basis.
GOVERNMENT NEWSCentreport Canada Agreement to Further Enhance Manitoba's Trading Relationship with Asia Pacific: Selinger
CentrePort Canada has signed a co-operation agreement with Cuntan Bonded Port Zone in Chongqing, China, a move Premier Greg Selinger said will help Manitoba continue to build its trading relationship with China and further enhance the province's strategic position along the Asia-Pacific Gateway. Western Provinces to Open First Joint Trade And Investment Office In Shanghai, China
The Premiers of Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan opened a new Shanghai-based trade and investment office, which will serve to promote the West and bolster economic ties with one of the strongest and most dynamic economic regions in Greater China. Intercity Bus Services Consultations
Information on how to make submissions in person, in writing or by email. Manitoba Welcomes, Supports Canada Excellence Research Chair in Arctic Geo-microbiology and Climate ChangePremier Selinger said knowledge generated through the research program will inform environmental assessments of resource development in the Arctic and the implications of it on the people of the Arctic. MOU Sells Manitoba Food Development Centre Experience and Expertise to India
"This MOU is intended to create a working relationship that will allow the province and the Food Development Centre (FDC) to share common experiences and solutions to achieve common goals with the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation," said Struthers, noting this corporation is the agency that will work with the FDC to implement the MOU.
LOCAL CHAMBER NEWSMulti-Million Dollar Fundraising Campaign Aimed At Getting More Businesses To Say Yes! Winnipeg
The Yes! Winnipeg initiative fundraising campaign to be led by Wellington West CEO Charlie Spiring is targeting to raise $6 million over the next five years - with $4 million being raised through the private sector and $2 million from the public sector..
BUSINESS TIPS ONLINE (BTO)Forget SMART Goals; Go For the Hard Ones (BTO Article)
"SMART goals are dumb. That's the conclusion of a study by the Leadership IQ consultancy, which found that so-called SMART goals - goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time-sensitive - don't correlate with success." by Harvey Schachter, a freelance writer who writes the Monday Morning Manager and Managing Books columns in The Globe and Mail.
VIRTUAL NETWORKINGCouncil ElectionsChuck Davidson replied, "The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce launched an initiative prior to the 2006 Municipal Election entitled PAR (Political Accountability Report). We put together a 20-question questionnairre baed on Chamber policy that we sent to all candidates running for election..."
What would it take for your company to become green?Dan Overall replied, "Business Week has released "The CEO Guide to Carbon Accounting." It features articles, podcasts and video on the topic including:"U.S. Corporations Size Up Their Carbon Footprints (Coca-Cola, Cisco, Intuit, and others), "Going Green at Adobe"..."
UPCOMING MCC EVENTSThe Honourable Peter Bjornson; Minister of Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade
May 25, 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Delta Winnipeg, 350 St. Mary Ave. Sponsored by CGA Manitoba The Honourable Diane McGifford, Minister of Advanced Education
June 8, 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., at the Marlborough Hotel, 331 Smith Street Access to Online Registration»
TICKETS TO SUCCESSTickets to Success' provides a free pair of tickets on an event-by-event basis to MCC direct corporate members (MCC Direct Corporate members are members that pay membership dues directly to the MCC) that are small businesses so they can take staff or customers out in appreciation or entertain potential customers.* Winnipeg Goldeyes
A pair of tickets is available for the following:
Email your request for tickets to thayes@mbchamber.mb.ca» * For more information about 'Tickets to Success' click here. Thanks to the Winnipeg Goldeyes, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra and the Manitoba Moose for supporting Manitoba businesses by donating over $3,500 worth of tickets annually to the Tickets to Success program
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Helping you make your most educated real estate decision .
UPCOMING MEMBER EVENTSCRA - Small Business Tax Information WorkshopMay 19, 2010 from 1:30pm to 4:30pm at the Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre, 250 - 240 Graham Ave., Winnipeg Dr. Arthur Mauro: Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce Membership LuncheonMay 20, 2010 from 11:30am to 1:15pm at the Delta Winnipeg Writing Clear Job Descriptions May 20, 2010 from 12pm to 4pm at the Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre, 250 - 240 Graham Ave., Winnipeg Networking Out Loud - Networking for Artist Entrepreneurs May 21, 2010 from 10am to 12pm at the Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre, 250 - 240 Graham Ave., Winnipeg Simply SALES - Professional Selling May 25, 2010 at 8am to May 27, 2010 at 4:30pm at the Waverley Training Center, 1000 Waverley Street, Winnipeg Innovation Forum 2010 - Be the Face of Innovation May 26, 2010 from 7:15am to 12:15pm at the Victoria Inn Hotel and Conference Centre, Winnipeg Your Business Plan - The Home Stretch - Operations & Financial SummaryMay 26, 2010 from 2pm to 5pm at the Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre, 250 - 240 Graham Ave., Winnipeg 2010 Manitoba Customer Contact Association Golf TournamentMay 27, 2010 from 9:30am to 5pm at the Kingswood Golf & Country Club, (6 Minutes from the Perimeter), LaSalle
27 Common Business Mistakes & How to Avoid Them May 27, 2010 from 10am to 12pm at the Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre, 250 - 240 Graham Ave., Winnipeg
2010 CMA Members' Conference May 27, 2010 at 11am to May 28, 2010 at 4pm at the Winnipeg Convention Centre, Winnipeg
We Believe in Winnipeg Breakfast May 28, 2010 from 7:30am to 9am at the Radisson Downtown - Peregrine Room, Winnipeg
Gala des Pionniers de l'entrepreneurship francophone du Manitoba May 28, 2010 from 5:30pm to 9pm at the Canad Inns on Regent Street, 1425 Regent West Avenue, Winnipeg
Financial Fitness for Self-Employed Arts EntrepreneursMay 31, 2010 from 1pm to 3:30pm at the Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre, 250 - 240 Graham Ave, Winnipeg
TECHNOLOGY IN THE 21st CENTURYJune 1, 2010 from 8am to 4pm at The Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, Winnipeg
Opportunities and Pitfalls of High Risk Capital June 1, 2010 from 1pm to 3pm at the Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre, 250 - 240 Graham Ave., Winnipeg
Business Opportunities and Ideas - Choosing the Right One! June 1, 2010 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre, 250 - 240 Graham Ave., Winnipeg
Conflict Resolution: Learn to Manage Conflict More Effectively June 2, 2010 from 8:15am to 4:15pm at a Winnipeg location to be announced
Are You Ready to Be an Entrepreneur? June 2, 2010 from 1pm to 4pm at the Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre, 250 - 240 Graham Ave., Winnipeg
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