The latest edition of the Facts & Figures newletter has just been released. This quarterly tourism publication includes:
- Economic Outlook
- Tourism Statistics
- Special Topic – Social Benefits of Travel
- What’s New – New Research Tools and Publications, Upcoming Conferences
Link to here
The Research Team , Ontario Ministry of Tourism & Culture
900 Bay Street, Hearst Block, 10th Floor
Toronto, ON M7A 2E1
New Billoard - 2011
Bracebridge is a centre for Post-Secondary Education
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Thursday, September 9, 2010
NEW BUSINESS & TECHNLOGY CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
Muskoka Community Network is hosting an event to celebrate the opening of this new facility at their offices, 440 Ecclestone Drive, Bracebridge on September 15th, 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The The Business and Technology Centre of Excellence is open for those in need of a business and technology facility to host their meetings, workshops or training sessions.
Click here for more information
The The Business and Technology Centre of Excellence is open for those in need of a business and technology facility to host their meetings, workshops or training sessions.
Click here for more information
OTEC - Coaching for Excellence Training
Here's a link to a workshop for managers/employers for coaching to better motivate employers - November 3rd at OTEC's training centre in Toronto
2010 Ontario Tourism Summit - Deerhurst - November 7th to 9th
2010 Theme: 'Taking it to the Next Level'
The stage is set. Economists are predicting strong growth for Ontario in 2010. New tourism regions have been announced. The Ontario tourism industry is poised for growth and ready to 'take it to the next level.' The 2010 conference program will focus on strategies to help the industry reach its future potential. Come and be inspired by how we can align our efforts to be more competitive.
Register at the Summit's website
The stage is set. Economists are predicting strong growth for Ontario in 2010. New tourism regions have been announced. The Ontario tourism industry is poised for growth and ready to 'take it to the next level.' The 2010 conference program will focus on strategies to help the industry reach its future potential. Come and be inspired by how we can align our efforts to be more competitive.
Register at the Summit's website
MUSKOKA TOURISM 75TH ANNIVERSARY
Muskoka Tourism is hosting a casual celebration of their 75th Anniversary to be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at the Muskoka Boat and Heritage Centre, 275 Steamship Bay Road, Gravenhurst; 6p.m. to 8 p.m.
For More information contact Larry Wright larry@muskokatourism.ca
Larry Wright, Manager Member Relations
For More information contact Larry Wright larry@muskokatourism.ca
Larry Wright, Manager Member Relations
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Ontario Wireless Trade Mission
The Ontario Ministry of Economic Development & Trade invites you to be part of the Ontario wireless trade mission to Orlando’s CTIA 2011 (www.ctiawireless.com). Twelve Ontario-based companies will have the opportunity to exhibit in award-winning Ontario Pavilion (# 2246) located off the main entrance, and near Samsung, Ericson, Kiocera, Sybase and NTT DoCoMo. Participants will also receive several value-added services including meetings with potential buyers, integrators and agents in and around Orlando.
With over 1,000 exhibitors and thousands of attendees from 125 countries, this is your opportunity to meet leading decision-makers interested in acquiring wireless technologies and content. Last year’s mission to the show was ranked by the participating Ontario companies with over 90% satisfaction rating.
How to apply: Please contact mauricio.ospina@ontario.ca for details
With over 1,000 exhibitors and thousands of attendees from 125 countries, this is your opportunity to meet leading decision-makers interested in acquiring wireless technologies and content. Last year’s mission to the show was ranked by the participating Ontario companies with over 90% satisfaction rating.
How to apply: Please contact mauricio.ospina@ontario.ca for details
ONTARIO TRADE MISSION - MODELLING & SIMULATION & ELEARNING
The Ontario Ministry of Economic Development & Trade invites you to our Ontario trade mission to the U.S. in the Modelling & Simulation, and eLearning sectors. The mission includes turnkey exhibit space in the 20’ x 20’ award-winning Ontario Pavilion with signage, electricity and Internet access, meetings with distributors and VARs, and promotion during our Canada-U.S. business reception.
I/ITSEC attracts 16,000 attendees from over 40 countries and 500 exhibiting companies including U.S. prime contractors, large integrators and distributors such as SAIC, Lockheed Martin, L3Comm, Adobe, HP, CAE, Rockwell and BAE systems. Last year’s mission to the same city and show was ranked by the participating Ontario companies with over 90% satisfaction rating. There are 3 spots left at a cost of US$2,000 (Early Bird). Details attached.
How to apply: Please contact mauricio.ospina@ontario.ca for details
I/ITSEC attracts 16,000 attendees from over 40 countries and 500 exhibiting companies including U.S. prime contractors, large integrators and distributors such as SAIC, Lockheed Martin, L3Comm, Adobe, HP, CAE, Rockwell and BAE systems. Last year’s mission to the same city and show was ranked by the participating Ontario companies with over 90% satisfaction rating. There are 3 spots left at a cost of US$2,000 (Early Bird). Details attached.
How to apply: Please contact mauricio.ospina@ontario.ca for details
US IT BUYERS - GTSI Seeking Suppliers
The Canadian Embassy in D.C. has identified several procurement opportunities through Virginia-based GTSI Corp. This company is interested in identifying Canadian technology companies that have the capabilities in the areas listed below to assist the U.S. Federal government in achieving their IT initiatives. With $723.5 million in annual revenues and 719 employees, GTSI provides a Technology Lifecycle Management (TLM) approach to IT infrastructure solutions delivered through industry-leading professional and financial services. GTSI is seeking companies in the following areas:
Delivery of Citizen Centric Services: Particularly companies with experience using SharePoint, Drupal or Alfresco.
Cyber Security: The new Presidential Order for telework will require security that protects data going out. Currently, all the security measures are focused on securing data coming into the government networks; this means protecting the government networks when employees access them remotely. GTSI is looking for suppliers with components that are add-ons to Citrix or Mware.
Business Intelligence/Analytics: There is a need for companies that can customize CRM, ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle. GTSI needs companies that can design user interface dashboards that communicate with the disparate systems by organizing and presenting information in a way that is easy to read. FISMA currently certifies systems and is morphing into Fed RAMP. Fed RAMP includes 22 Federal agencies that will work together in certifying systems. There will be 120 controls to the certification process added this year requiring a dashboard to communicate the information in an easy to read format.
Private Cloud Computing: Creating private clouds for the U.S. Federal Government requires (Software as a Service) SaaS products. The U.S. Federal government is looking for a company that can host the SaaS model on a government's site rather than on the company site.
Private Cloud Computing: The Federal Data Center Consolidation Initiative requires an analysis by the OMB to look at capacity utilization, the amount of virtualization being done and the amount of energy each agency uses. GTSI is seeking a kilowatt meter technology that can calculate data center energy usage by each Federal agency.
Deadline: September 13, 2010. How to apply - Ontario companies are encouraged to apply for consideration by submitting a 100-words company profile, along with a contact person’s name, title, email and phone number. Send the required information to mauricio.ospina@ontario.ca (alll applicant’s information will be submitted to the Canadian embassy for further follow up).
Delivery of Citizen Centric Services: Particularly companies with experience using SharePoint, Drupal or Alfresco.
Cyber Security: The new Presidential Order for telework will require security that protects data going out. Currently, all the security measures are focused on securing data coming into the government networks; this means protecting the government networks when employees access them remotely. GTSI is looking for suppliers with components that are add-ons to Citrix or Mware.
Business Intelligence/Analytics: There is a need for companies that can customize CRM, ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle. GTSI needs companies that can design user interface dashboards that communicate with the disparate systems by organizing and presenting information in a way that is easy to read. FISMA currently certifies systems and is morphing into Fed RAMP. Fed RAMP includes 22 Federal agencies that will work together in certifying systems. There will be 120 controls to the certification process added this year requiring a dashboard to communicate the information in an easy to read format.
Private Cloud Computing: Creating private clouds for the U.S. Federal Government requires (Software as a Service) SaaS products. The U.S. Federal government is looking for a company that can host the SaaS model on a government's site rather than on the company site.
Private Cloud Computing: The Federal Data Center Consolidation Initiative requires an analysis by the OMB to look at capacity utilization, the amount of virtualization being done and the amount of energy each agency uses. GTSI is seeking a kilowatt meter technology that can calculate data center energy usage by each Federal agency.
Deadline: September 13, 2010. How to apply - Ontario companies are encouraged to apply for consideration by submitting a 100-words company profile, along with a contact person’s name, title, email and phone number. Send the required information to mauricio.ospina@ontario.ca (alll applicant’s information will be submitted to the Canadian embassy for further follow up).
U.S. INFORMATION TECHNLOGY BUYERS - INTEL and Critigen
Two major U.S. technology users and providers will be in Toronto (September 30) and Ottawa (October 1) to meet with Ontario technology companies interested in exploring partnering opportunities. Senior executives from Intel and Critigen are seeking Ontario suppliers of innovative IT and Heath IT technologies. Space is limited to 40 attendees in each city.
The program includes a seminar followed by networking and pre-approved 1:1 meetings between Ontario companies with the visiting U.S. executives and Trade Commissioners from Canadian Consulates in Phoenix and Buffalo. Also available for meetings in Toronto is the Executive Director of InfoTech Niagara, a leading trade association of Western New York's IT industry.
Deadline: September 13, 2010. How to apply -
Please contact the Town office for application details
The program includes a seminar followed by networking and pre-approved 1:1 meetings between Ontario companies with the visiting U.S. executives and Trade Commissioners from Canadian Consulates in Phoenix and Buffalo. Also available for meetings in Toronto is the Executive Director of InfoTech Niagara, a leading trade association of Western New York's IT industry.
Deadline: September 13, 2010. How to apply -
Please contact the Town office for application details
Exporting to US Workshop, Barrie - September 15th.
The Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and the Greater Barrie Chamber of Commerce are pleased to present a seminar designed to help you understand the customs documentation required to clear your goods into the United States.
The seminar will also provide you with information on government programs and services to assist you in exporting. The seminar following topics will be presented:
What is happening at the border?
An overview of the Canadian Trade Commissioner
Services
The Role of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
The Role of the Customs Broker
The Role Ontario Companies play as Importers of Record
What are your responsibilities?
Tariff Classifications, Country of Origin, NAFTA and
Record Keeping
US Customs Documentation
What documentation is required by CBP and other US Government Agencies?
Incoterms
An overview of ACE, C-TPAT, PIP and other government acronyms
An overview of some of the costs
Duty rates
Merchandising Process Fees
Customs Surety Bonds
Speakers include:
Mary Mokka, Trade Commissioner, Canadian Consulate General, Buffalo
Jennifer Deans, C.C.S. Director, International Trade Consulting, Russell A. Farrow
Debbie Walker, Director, Community Export Development, International Trade Branch, Ontario
Ministry of Economic Development & Trade
To register & for more information Exporting to the US Workshop in Barrie
The seminar will also provide you with information on government programs and services to assist you in exporting. The seminar following topics will be presented:
What is happening at the border?
An overview of the Canadian Trade Commissioner
Services
The Role of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
The Role of the Customs Broker
The Role Ontario Companies play as Importers of Record
What are your responsibilities?
Tariff Classifications, Country of Origin, NAFTA and
Record Keeping
US Customs Documentation
What documentation is required by CBP and other US Government Agencies?
Incoterms
An overview of ACE, C-TPAT, PIP and other government acronyms
An overview of some of the costs
Duty rates
Merchandising Process Fees
Customs Surety Bonds
Speakers include:
Mary Mokka, Trade Commissioner, Canadian Consulate General, Buffalo
Jennifer Deans, C.C.S. Director, International Trade Consulting, Russell A. Farrow
Debbie Walker, Director, Community Export Development, International Trade Branch, Ontario
Ministry of Economic Development & Trade
To register & for more information Exporting to the US Workshop in Barrie
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