News

No Easy On & Off Switch for Business
Ontario Chamber & The Carleton Place & District Chamber Call for Accelerated Vaccine Roll-out with Prioritization of Essential Workers to Expedite Safe Reopening of Ontario’s Economy No Easy On & Off Switch for Business: Recent Closures Devastating for...

3 Things in Business that Aren’t Worth It
We only have so many hours in the day so the last thing you want to do is spend time doing things that aren’t worth the time. Being labeled as “not worth the time” doesn’t mean they are annoying to do. In fact, some of the things you’re doing in your business may be...

We are Hiring!
Would you to work in a dynamic team environment where no two days are the same? Would you to support local businesses and promote our great community? Maybe you should consider working for the Chamber of Commerce? The Carleton Place & District Chamber of Commerce...

9 (More) Marketing Tips for the “New Normal”
Are you tired of the words “new normal” yet? If you're like most business owners, you probably are. But whether we recognize it as a new shift in how we do business or a temporary tack we take to survive the current economic storm, the point is how you do business has...

Courting the Customer: 3 Tips for Long-Term Happiness (for both of you)
When it comes to customers, most businesses are longing for a strong relationship for years to come. Who wants a one-night stand kind of customer who breezes in and out of your world, barely around long enough to hear you say, “Thank you for your business?Acquiring...

Can On-Line Networking Be as Successful as In-Person Networking?
Today’s trend of overscheduling is taking its toll on all of us. And while COVID has changed the way we connect to family and friends, it has also changed the way we do business. With the increased demand for pivoting, finding customer streams, and staying afloat, who...
2020 Remembrance Day Press Release
PRESS RELEASE The current COVID-19 pandemic has directly affected the execution of this year’s annual November 11th Remembrance Day Parade and Ceremony in Carleton Place and other communities across Canada. However, the good news is that in order to have the residents...

6 Great Local Take Out or Eat In Spots for Vegetarians
Although being vegetarian is much easier now than it was even just a few years ago, it can still pose a challenge when eating out. There are some great vegetarian options to try when eating out in Carleton Place and here are some of our favourites: Generally, Indian...

9 Ways to Support Local Now
9 Ways to Support Local Now Eat and Drink It’s never been easier to support local! All you need to do is eat. Plan for some take-out at one of our great local restaurants and help them get through these challenging times. Whether your family enjoys fish and chips,...

Costello Dentistry Smile Giveaway
This September, Costello Dentistry is working hard to get the local community smiling. Their $20,000 Smile Giveaway contest is open and they are now accepting applications. You do not need to be a patient to participate, but you must be a Canadian Resident, live in...