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What’s Happening at the Chamber
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January Breakfast Networking
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Lunar New Year Networking Celebration
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Afterhours Member Mingle @ Acces Employment
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2025 Annual Newmarket Mayor’s Luncheon
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Support Local Non-Profits this Giving Tuesday
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Entrepreneurs in Motion (EIM)
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2024 Holiday Look Book
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Holiday Markets You Don’t Want to Miss!
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Small Business Mastermind
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How to Build a Strong Online Presence for your Business
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Not-For-Profit Mastermind Group
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CYC 2024 Business Excellence Awards
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Main St. After Hours!
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Business Professionals of East Gwillimbury Networking Group
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Business Professionals of East Gwillimbury Networking Group
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Business Professionals of East Gwillimbury Networking Group (BPEG)
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NEW! 2024-2030 CY Strategic Vision
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Networking Strategies for People Who Hate Networking (We See You, Introverts!)
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A Guide to Events and Activities this Long Weekend
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Networking @ Noon
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2024 Chamber BBQ!
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Making the most of Membership
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5 Ways to Enjoy the Long Weekend
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Celebrating PRIDE: A Look at Four Member Businesses
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What’s Happening at the Chamber
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How to Build a Strong Online Presence for your Business
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Not-For-Profit Mastermind Group
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NEW! 2024-2030 CY Strategic Vision
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Unleash Your Leadership Potential With WILD!
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BDC Business Plan Template for Entrepreneurs
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A “Crush Your Marketing” Outline!
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Introducing the Central York Chamber of Commerce
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Moving Your Business
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What’s Happening at the Chamber
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January Breakfast Networking
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Support Local Non-Profits this Giving Tuesday
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5 Ways to Provide Great Customer Service
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2024 Holiday Look Book
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Holiday Markets You Don’t Want to Miss!
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Celebrating Canada’s Small Businesses: A Force Behind Economic Growth
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How to Build a Strong Online Presence for your Business
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CYC 2024 Business Excellence Awards
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NEW! 2024-2030 CY Strategic Vision
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2024 Chamber BBQ!
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Shop Local this PRIME Day!
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Grow With Us
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CYC Learn Series
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BDC Business Plan Template for Entrepreneurs
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A “Crush Your Marketing” Outline!
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Smart Goals
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And The Award for “The Best Shop Local Campaign” Goes To…
Read PostWhyJoin the Chamber?
Unlock your potential; we can help. CYC Membership places you at the heart of York Region’s business ecosystem, offering access to networks, insights, and resources critical for your personal and professional growth.
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Connecting for Success
Connecting goes beyond networking—it’s about fostering relationships between different organizations and individuals. It’s not just about transactions; it’s about creating opportunities for collaboration and mentorship that drive growth and success.
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Developing Leaders
Effective leadership is a cornerstone of business success, unlocking growth and innovation in organizations, teams and individuals. Take advantage of CYC learning opportunities to maximize your potential!
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Business Growth
Set yourself up for strategic growth and secure your competitive advantage. Your first move? Leverage tools, programs & events that are designed specifically to help scale your business growth.
Hear from our members
Our business has experienced firsthand the invaluable support and resources provided by the Central York Chamber. From networking opportunities to advocacy and business development programs, the chamber consistently fosters an environment conducive to growth and success. Through collaboration with fellow businesses and chamber initiatives, we have strengthened our presence, forged meaningful connections, and contributed to the economic vitality of our region.
Giancarlo Trimarchi
President, Vince’s Market
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The CYC has been incredibly beneficial to my business. From the moment I joined, I felt as though they truly cared about my business and its success. From the networking events and Leadership Development program to the Home Show and pop-up opportunities, the CYC has given me countless opportunities to grow and scale. I’ve been able to build a wonderful network of other professionals (it takes a village) and I am forever grateful to the CYC team for continuing to enable my business to grow.
Shabi Monzavi
Founder, Market Candle Company
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Since 2016, my membership with the Chamber has been transformative. Beyond networking, it’s a hub for collaboration and lasting friendships. The Chamber’s stellar support through events, advocacy, and networking has significantly bolstered my business. Joining the Central York Region Chamber of Commerce isn’t just an investment; it’s a catalyst for network and business growth. Don’t hesitate; the Central York Region Chamber of Commerce is one of the very best chambers all around.
Nina Doiron
Founder, iOS Design
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18 hours ago
What a night! Despite the freezing temps, members showed up in full force for our After Hours at @accesemployment yesterday, bringing energy, incredible participation, and meaningful connections. Countless business cards were exchanged, and conversations continued well beyond the event’s official… end—making this one for the books! Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it such a success! We can’t wait to see you again at our upcoming events—like our Breakfast Networking event next Wednesday (check it out in the link in our bio)!
What a night! Despite the freezing temps, members showed up in full force for our After Hours at @accesemployment yesterday, bringing energy, incredible participation, and meaningful connections. Countless business cards were exchanged, and conversations continued well beyond the event’s official… end—making this one for the books!
Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it such a success! We can’t wait to see you again at our upcoming events—like our Breakfast Networking event next Wednesday (check it out in the link in our bio)!
2 days ago
We’ve had some unforgettable mornings filled with great food, inspiring connections, and game-changing insights in the past! For our first Breakfast Networking event of 2025, we’re taking it up a notch! Join us for a fresh and fun start to your day with an incredible breakfast spread …by @amillionmouthfulscatering and an exciting talk by @ericjohnstonrealtor of RE/MAX Realtron TurnKey. He’ll be talking about strategies to perfect your pitch to attract customers. Mark your calendar for Wednesday, January 29th, 7:30-9:00 AM at Market & Co., Upper Canada Mall. Don’t miss out on this energizing event—register at the link in our bio 🔗
We’ve had some unforgettable mornings filled with great food, inspiring connections, and game-changing insights in the past! For our first Breakfast Networking event of 2025, we’re taking it up a notch!
Join us for a fresh and fun start to your day with an incredible breakfast spread …by @amillionmouthfulscatering and an exciting talk by @ericjohnstonrealtor of RE/MAX Realtron TurnKey. He’ll be talking about strategies to perfect your pitch to attract customers.
Mark your calendar for Wednesday, January 29th, 7:30-9:00 AM at Market & Co., Upper Canada Mall. Don’t miss out on this energizing event—register at the link in our bio 🔗
3 days ago
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with us! 🐍 Come enjoy a night of festive entertainment, refreshments, and hear from our local leaders—all while meeting new people and building connections as we welcome the Year of the Snake! 🎉 Join us for this exciting first-time event at Old Town …Hall (460 Botsford St., Newmarket) on Wednesday, February 5th. Don’t miss this special evening filled with community, culture, and celebration! Join us for the fun by registering at the link in our bio! 🔗
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with us! 🐍
Come enjoy a night of festive entertainment, refreshments, and hear from our local leaders—all while meeting new people and building connections as we welcome the Year of the Snake! 🎉 Join us for this exciting first-time event at Old Town …Hall (460 Botsford St., Newmarket) on Wednesday, February 5th.
Don’t miss this special evening filled with community, culture, and celebration! Join us for the fun by registering at the link in our bio! 🔗
4 days ago
2025's first AWESOME grant is fueling innovation with the NHS Phoenix Robotics Club, a talented group of students from grades 9-12 who design, build, and program robots to compete in provincial competitions! With five teams in action and some heading to provincials next month, they’re …showing us all what determination and creativity can achieve! 🤖 Pictured with the team are trustees Chris E., Maria Ciaralindini, Juliane Goyette, Jackie Playter, Lynnette Lanning, and Wasim Jarrah. (Missing: Kristin Burns, Vicki Sparks, Samantha Timbers, Tim McClure, Hollie Hoadley, and David Faingold.)
2025's first AWESOME grant is fueling innovation with the NHS Phoenix Robotics Club, a talented group of students from grades 9-12 who design, build, and program robots to compete in provincial competitions! With five teams in action and some heading to provincials next month, they’re …showing us all what determination and creativity can achieve! 🤖
Pictured with the team are trustees Chris E., Maria Ciaralindini, Juliane Goyette, Jackie Playter, Lynnette Lanning, and Wasim Jarrah. (Missing: Kristin Burns, Vicki Sparks, Samantha Timbers, Tim McClure, Hollie Hoadley, and David Faingold.)
7 days ago
Throwback to the amazing connections made at our previous After Hours! Don’t miss the chance to do it all again – join us on January 22, from 5:30-7:00 PM at @accesemployment for an evening of networking, new connections, and fun. This time, we’re adding an exciting Speed Networking session to …help you kickstart your networking goals for 2025! Mark your calendars and register today (link in bio)!
Throwback to the amazing connections made at our previous After Hours! Don’t miss the chance to do it all again – join us on January 22, from 5:30-7:00 PM at @accesemployment for an evening of networking, new connections, and fun. This time, we’re adding an exciting Speed Networking session to …help you kickstart your networking goals for 2025! Mark your calendars and register today (link in bio)!
1 weeks ago
Be Part of York Region’s Largest Home Show! Happening April 5-6, 2025 at Ray Twinney Rec Complex, the Newmarket Home & Lifestyle Show is your chance to get in front of thousands of potential customers. As the largest show in York Region, this event is your perfect stage to showcase …your products and services, build brand awareness, and create lasting connections with your target audience. Spots are limited and filling fast! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to fuel your business growth at York Region’s most anticipated home and lifestyle event of the year. Reserve your spot now and kickstart your best year yet at the link in our bio!
Be Part of York Region’s Largest Home Show!
Happening April 5-6, 2025 at Ray Twinney Rec Complex, the Newmarket Home & Lifestyle Show is your chance to get in front of thousands of potential customers. As the largest show in York Region, this event is your perfect stage to showcase …your products and services, build brand awareness, and create lasting connections with your target audience.
Spots are limited and filling fast! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to fuel your business growth at York Region’s most anticipated home and lifestyle event of the year.
Reserve your spot now and kickstart your best year yet at the link in our bio!
1 weeks ago
Introducing our 2024-2025 Board of Directors! This incredible team of leaders includes Ryan Dibisch (Chair), Ruby Lui-Lina (Vice-Chair), Jayson Rutledge (Treasurer), Seana Fardy (Past Chair), and Directors David Edwards, Laurie Baker, Victoria Maxwell-Turanski, Rishi Sharma, Erin Cerenzia, Maria …Ciarlandini, Bob Kyriakides, and Rob Schuetze. To kick things off, our newly elected board came together for a team-building adventure at @cryptoescaperooms. Both teams cracked the codes and made it out—teamwork level: off the charts! Here’s to a year of collaboration and success!
Introducing our 2024-2025 Board of Directors! This incredible team of leaders includes Ryan Dibisch (Chair), Ruby Lui-Lina (Vice-Chair), Jayson Rutledge (Treasurer), Seana Fardy (Past Chair), and Directors David Edwards, Laurie Baker, Victoria Maxwell-Turanski, Rishi Sharma, Erin Cerenzia, Maria …Ciarlandini, Bob Kyriakides, and Rob Schuetze.
To kick things off, our newly elected board came together for a team-building adventure at @cryptoescaperooms. Both teams cracked the codes and made it out—teamwork level: off the charts! Here’s to a year of collaboration and success!
1 weeks ago
Turning great ideas into reality is like building something extraordinary, one step at a time! The Awesome Foundation Newmarket is offering a $1,000 grant to help bring an inspiring project to life for kids in our community—and we want to hear yours! Our trustees are looking for projects… that can make a real and lasting impact. If your project is selected, the grant can help you lay the groundwork! Ready to get started? Apply now! Check the link in our bio to submit your project!
Turning great ideas into reality is like building something extraordinary, one step at a time! The Awesome Foundation Newmarket is offering a $1,000 grant to help bring an inspiring project to life for kids in our community—and we want to hear yours!
Our trustees are looking for projects… that can make a real and lasting impact. If your project is selected, the grant can help you lay the groundwork!
Ready to get started? Apply now! Check the link in our bio to submit your project!
2 weeks ago
Kickstart your morning with new connections and fresh ideas at our Breakfast Networking event! ☀ Join us on Wednesday, January 29th from 7:30-9:00 AM at Market & Co. for a gathering that will jumpstart your day! Enjoy a delicious spread from @amillionmouthfulscatering while …@ericjohnstonrealtor from RE/MAX Realtron TurnKey shares expert tips on crafting a killer pitch to attract your dream customers in the New Year. Perfect for those who want to make the most of the morning before the workday begins, you don’t want to hit snooze on this one—register at the link in the bio! 🔗
Kickstart your morning with new connections and fresh ideas at our Breakfast Networking event! ☀
Join us on Wednesday, January 29th from 7:30-9:00 AM at Market & Co. for a gathering that will jumpstart your day! Enjoy a delicious spread from @amillionmouthfulscatering while …@ericjohnstonrealtor from RE/MAX Realtron TurnKey shares expert tips on crafting a killer pitch to attract your dream customers in the New Year.
Perfect for those who want to make the most of the morning before the workday begins, you don’t want to hit snooze on this one—register at the link in the bio! 🔗