Exporting to the United States – a U.S. Customs Documentation seminar Tuesday, October 26th –7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The Ontario Ministries of Economic Development and Trade, Northern Development, Mines and Forestry and theThunder Bay Chamber of Commerce are pleased to invite you to attend a seminar on Exporting to the United States – a U.S. Customs Documentation being held at theTravelodge Hotel Airlane inThunder Bay. To remain competitive, exporters must minimize the risk of their goods being delayed at the US border. Ensuring that your shipment is properly documented is one of the most critical elements in achieving this goal. Yet, incomplete or poorly filled out documentation continues to be the number one reason cited by US Customs for delays or refused entry of goods. Knowing what documentation is required, what the rules are, and what your responsibilities are as importer of record are key to your success in ensuring the speedy and seamless delivery of goods to your customers. Information on government programs and services to assist you in exporting will also be provided. The seminar will provide you with practical, hands-on information to help you understand the customs documentation required to clear your goods including: • What is happening at the border, the role of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Customs Brokers and your responsibilities as the Importer of Record; • Tariff classifications, Country of Origin, NAFTA and Record Keeping; • U.S. Documentation Requirements plus an overview of some of the costs • An overview of ACE, C-TPAT, PIP and other government acronyms • An overview of some of costs such as duty rates, MPFs and Surety Bonds The cost to attend is $35 per person. Pre-registration is required. Click to download & complete registration form or call the Thunder Bay Chamber at 807-624-2626. Same address, but a brand new look! Superior North CFDC would like to invite your to their newly updated website. Check them out at http://sncfdc.org Superior North CFDC Newsletter Click HERE to view (pdf format). EDCO Issues RFP for Marketing Awards Presentation
 
The EDCO Awards Committee has released a RFP for the Marketing Awards presentation. Please click here for the RFP document. Deadline for submission is September 13, 2010. Northwestern Ontario Bio-Economy Corporation (NOBEC) NOBEC Job Posting - Outreach Officer Internship Closing Date: July 19, 2010 Click HERE for more information (pdf format). Small Business Internship Program (SBIP) The Small Business Internship Program provides small and medium-sized enterprises financial support to hire a post secondary student intern to assist them in their adoption of e-business strategies to increase their productivity and competitiveness. The OACFDC will be looking after 60 placements in the Small Business Internship Program (SBIP). Small businesses wishing to expand into online marketing and e-commerce will be eligible for a grant to hire students in communications and technology for a 12 week internship. Click HERE for website. CRIBE
The Centre for Research and Innovation in the Bio-Economy is a new provincial initiative to transform the forest products industry in Northern Ontario. We're an independent, not-for-profit research corporation that partners closely with other relevant organizations to provide support to direct and turn research results and innovative business opportunities into operational realities. The new Centre for Research and Innovation in the Bio-Economy in Thunder Bay will partner closely with other relevant organizations to provide support to direct and turn research results and innovative business opportunities into operational realities. www.cribe.ca
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NODN would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who participated in our 3rd Annual Economic Development Practitioners Conference. The event was a great success and we look forward to hosting a fourth next year.
Available presentations and photos can be viewed from the event; look under the "Programs" tab on our site and select "EDPC 2010".
TBayTel and Rogers form partnership to bring enhanced mobility services to Northern Ontario.
Click Here to view the news release.
The Government of Canada has expanded Employment Insurance Special Benefits for Self Employed people in four new areas: Maternity, Parental, Sickness, and Compassionate Care benefits. Click Here to read the notice.
03.12.10 The Provincial Wood Supply Competitive Process launched by the Ministry of Northern Development Mines and Forestry this past November has recently been updated including some amendment and deadline changes. Click HERE to view all the details of the process.
03.08.10 The February 2010 Superior North newsletter is now available for viewing. The newsletter features recent economic updates occurring within the region. To view the English version: Click Here To view the French version: Click Here
03.02.10 The Winter 2010 NODN Newsletter Is Here. To view the newsletter: Click Here
Media Release: Representatives of the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) recently attended the Ontario Good Roads Association/Rural Ontario Municipal Association conference in Toronto last week. The media release summarizes the various topics of discussion NOMA engaged in regarding the Proposed Growth Plan for Northern Ontario and many serious issues facing Northwestern Ontario municipalities. To view the media release: Click Here
Ministry of Northern Development Mines and Forestry Public Service Announcement: The Ontario Summer Jobs Service has opened to Northern employers. The program provides incentives for employers to hire students who will be returning to school this Fall. Applications are now being accepted. Click HERE to view full details on the program.
Everything a Non-Profit Needs to Know About Liability
Date: April 29, 2010 Fee: $10
Time of Event: 10:00 am to Noon - refreshments and treats included Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce Board Room
Pre-registration is required. Contact:admin@volunteerthunderbay.ca
• How are you protecting your volunteers and employees?
• Do you have protection against lawsuits?
• Are your volunteer directors at risk for personal liability?
• What are your risk management and loss prevention plans?
• Learn about these and other topics related to liability for non-profits
03.30.10 NODN would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who participated in our 3rd Annual Economic Development Practitioners Conference. The event was a great success and we look forward to hosting a fourth next year. Available presentations and photos can be viewed from the event; look under the "Programs" tab on our site and select "EDPC 2010".
TBayTel and Rogers form partnership to bring enhanced mobility services to Northern Ontario. Click Hereto view the news release.
The Government of Canada has expanded Employment Insurance Special Benefits for Self Employed people in four new areas: Maternity, Parental, Sickness, and Compassionate Care benefits. Click Hereto read the notice.
03.12.10 The Provincial Wood Supply Competitive Process launched by the Ministry of Northern Development Mines and Forestry this past November has recently been updated including some amendment and deadline changes. Click HERE to view all the details of the process.
03.08.10 The February 2010 Superior North newsletter is now available for viewing. The newsletter features recent economic updates occurring within the region. To view the English version: Click Here To view the French version: Click Here 02.12.10 Information on the 17th Annual Conference of the Ontario Association of Community Futures Development Corporations has been updated Information has been added on the events Trade Show and Sponsorship Package. Follow the link to the event information under the "Events" section to the right side of this page.
Common Voice Northwest has released for viewing its submission in response to the Proposed Growth Plan for Northern Ontario To view the final copy (173 pages) of the submission: Click Here To view the executive summary of the submission: Click Here You can view the media release regarding this material: HERE
A communiqué has been released regarding Region 13 of the new and upcoming Tourism Regions being introduced to Ontario. This release gives an update as to the current status of the processes involved in creating a successful Regional Tourism Organization in this area. To view the document: Click Here
02.04.10 Save The Date Announcement: 3rd Annual NODN EDPC On March 24th, 2010, NODN will be hosting its 3rd Annual Economic Development Practitioners Conference. Preliminary event information is now available along with registration, and can be accessed in the "events" section of this website.
01.29.10 Earth Day Canada Community Environment Fund The Earth Day Canada (EDC) Community Environment Fund is in the midst of providing financial grants of up to $20,000 to support local environmental initiatives and projects in Ontario. The fund is targted for non-for-profit organizations and schools in Ontario. For further details on the fund, application, and eligibility: Click Here The application deadline is February 28, 2010
The North Superior Workforce Planning Board has released its January edition of the Workforce Focus Newsletter This edition focuses on skill intensity, turnover, wage growth, employment trends, diversity and gender balance in Thunder Bay District. To view the newsletter: Click Here
01.27.10 The Ministry of Tourism and Culture has released the Request for Expressions of Interest to establish Regional Tourism Organizations in Ontario To view the official announcement as released by Deputy Minister Drew Fagan: Click Here To view the announcement in French: Click Here You can additionally access the Applications HERE
Information has been released about a March 2010 Site Selection Magazine for advertising purposes To view the Media Kit for the magazine: Click Here
01.22.10 The Atikokan Economic Development Corporation is looking for a Community Development Advisor To view full details about the position: Click Here Please note, the application deadline is January 26, 2010.
01.19.10 The Superior North CFDC is looking for a Bilingual Business Outreach Officer. To view full details about the position: Click Here To view full details about the position in French: Click Here Please note, the application deadline is January 26, 2010.
01.12.10 The Thunder Bay CEDC has released its first 2010 Newsletter To view the newsletter: Click Here
Reminder: Suggested feedback for the Proposed Growth Plan for Northern Ontario is to be submitted by February 1, 2010. Please follow the link to the Growth Plan website under the "Programs" section of the NODN website to learn more.
01.06.10 NEWS: FedNor Director General Louise Paquette resigns from her position. Click HERE to view a news article by Northern Ontario Business for full details.
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