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7 | Friday, November 28, 2014 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Oakville Chamber committed to advocating on behalf of its members Kerry Colborne Oakville Chamber of Commerce Chair My View O akville is home to hundreds of thriving businesses representing many industries, including advanced manufacturing, professional, scientific and technical services, life sciences, and digital media and animation. En masse, they contribute significantly to the outstanding lifestyle that residents have come to expect and appreciate in Halton. As a result, these companies have a vested interest in the ongoing health of the business community and the political decisions that often affect it. It is in this intersection of business interests and political action that the Oakville Chamber of Commerce works to represent its members. Representing more than 1,100 local businesses, the Oakville Chamber advocates on behalf of its member businesses through its non-partisan relationships with municipal, regional, provincial and federal governments. As the pre-eminent voice of the local business community, the chamber can act as a bridge for communications between business and political leaders on a range of issues such as taxes, transportation infrastructure, zoning issues, permits, and by-laws. In its ongoing commitment to represent members' interests, the chamber has recently added Faye Lyons to its team in the role of vice-president, government relations and advocacy. Lyons will continue to strengthen relationships with government officials at the political and staff level while building upon the chamber's reputation as an advocate capable of influencing public policy on behalf of its members. Before joining the chamber, Lyons represented the interests of almost two million members of the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) in transportation policy with municipal government as well as at the Province of Ontario. Before working at CAA, she served as a political assistant to the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities and the Solicitor As a long-time Oakville resident myself, I look forward to bridging the needs of the chamber's business membership with our political and government leaders. vice-president, government and advocacy, Oakville Chamber Faye Lyons General and Minister of Correctional Services. "As a long-time Oakville resident myself, I look forward to bridging the needs of the chamber's business membership with our political and government leaders," said Lyons. "Creating and sustaining a business environment that enables our members to succeed is one of the chamber's key goals. When businesses can perform at their best, the entire community benefits." A STEP BEYOND IN CARE Do you have: Salima Kassam Reg. Chiropodist · Foot/Arch Pain? · Ingrown Toenails? · Diabetes? · Swollen Ankles? · Corns, Calluses? Call for an appointment 905-632-1414 728 Burloak Drive www.footandhealthclinic.com What are you crowdfunding for? fuellocal.com is an online platform to raise money through crowdfunding: an opportunity for a collection of individuals to make donations in support of a cause. Create your fundraising campaign or help fund local initiatives at fuellocal.com Start your campaign now! .com Do you have the CorreCt insuranCe Coverage? CNJ INsuraNCe & rIsk MaNageD solutIoNs Inc. has The soluTions! Jon-Paul Deerin · Home Owners Insurance · Small Business Insurance · Commercial Insurance · Automobile & Collector Cars Insurance · Wine & Art Collection Insurance THIS IS MY FAVOURITE TEACHER MacLachlan's small school approach embodies a strong sense of community and a warm family atmosphere. Our teachers' enthusiasm inspires the freedom to learn, discover, accept challenges and achieve. MacLachlan College: this is where your child belongs. Visit us to show you why. Now accepting applications for Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 for September 2015. BA, CRM, R.I.B (Ont.) Over 25 years Experience We are pleased to serve the Oakville area 201-2150 Winston Park Dr., Oakville 905-829-0097 · jpdeerin@cnjins.com 905-844-0372 ext. 235 admissions@maclachlan.ca 337 Trafalgar Road, Oakville www.maclachlan.ca