Niagara Board of Trade and Commerce

Join Us for September's Lunch & Learn!
2024-09-11 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Club Belvedere, 57 John St., Thorold, Ontario, L2V 5C8, Canada
As September marks the return to business momentum, we’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Lunch & Learn event on September 11th at Noon at the Club Belvedere, located at 57 John St, Thorold, ON L2V 2S9.

We are pleased to welcome Debi Katsmar, the owner of PRowl Communications, as our guest speaker. With over 35 years of marketing experience and a proven track record of helping businesses thrive, Debi will be presenting on “Unlocking Growth: Strategic Marketing Insights for Every Business.”
In this insightful session, Debi will explore essential marketing strategies that can drive success across various industries, including B2B, retail, service-based businesses, agriculture, and more. You’ll gain valuable knowledge on how to:
• Develop a strong online presence that resonates with your target audience
• Leverage CRM systems for efficient customer relationship management and sales growth
• Implement tailored marketing strategies that align with your specific business goals
This Lunch & Learn is the perfect opportunity to not only gather actionable insights but also to network with fellow business owners and professionals in our community.
Tickets are $25 at the door, but you can ask Jeanette about how to save with NBOTAC’s monthly or annual Lunch & Learn payment plans.
To RSVP, please contact Jeanette at info@nbotac.com or call her directly at 289-438-2546.
Don’t miss this chance to refocus your business strategies and connect with local professionals. We look forward to seeing you there!
Thank you, and have a great business day!
Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce

2024 NBOTAC Golf Tournament!
2024-09-18 | Beechwood Golf & Country Club, 4680 Thorold Town Line, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2H 0W2, Canada
IT’S BACK! Join us for our most popular event!
Below are the details for the 2024 NBOTAC Golf Tournament.
Contact Past-Chair John D’Amico for any questions
or more information at john@nbotac.com or by phone 289 213- 3293.
PRINTABLE VERSION

Notice of Annual General and Special Meeting
2024-09-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Four Points by Sheraton, 3530 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, Ontario, L2V 4Y6, Canada
Notice of Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce

ANNUAL GENERAL AND SPECIAL MEETING
September 25, 2024 6-8 pm
Four Points by Sheraton
3530 Schmon Pkwy, Thorold, ON L2V 4Y6
Registration & Networking: 5:30 – 6:00 pm
Meeting 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Networking 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Hors D’oeuvres & Cash Bar
The Annual General & Special Meeting is open to the designated representative of your organization which is a member in good standing of the Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce (NBOTAC).
This is a very important meeting as we will be revising the by-laws and articles of incorporation of the NBOTAC to meet the new requirements of the Ontario Not for Profit Corporation Act (ONCA). Your attendance in person is requested. If you or your designated representative cannot attend in person, please send a proxy form. We also look forward to catching you upon the past year’s work done by the NBOTAC and discussing our future goals.
We also have open board positions this year. If you would like to put your name forward for consideration, please complete the nomination form below and send it to secretary@nbotac.com.
All pertinent information for the Annual General & Special Meeting is available at the following link: https://nbotac.com/annual-general-and-special-meeting-2024/
• Agenda
• Draft Minutes of Last Year’s Meeting
• Financial Reports – Balance Sheet | Profit & Loss
• Draft By-Laws
• Draft Articles of Amendment
• Director Nomination Form
• Proxy Form
IMPORTANT – VOTE BY PROXY
If you cannot attend the AGM & Special Meeting it is IMPERATIVE that you provide a proxy. The proxy form should be completed and emailed to secretary@nbotac.com . Alternatively, you may send a designated representative in your place to vote on your behalf, but you must either send a letter to secretary@nbotac.com or have the representative submit it at the AGM & special meeting. This letter should be clearly written, authorizing the representative (please identify them with their first and last name) to vote on behalf of your organization. It should be dated and signed by you as the owner/registered representative of the organization and have your name printed as well.
Thank you for taking the time to review the information. We look forward to seeing you on September 25th at 6:00 pm for the AGM & Special Meeting of the Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce.
Thank you, and have a great business day!
Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce

October Business After Five hosted by the Thorold Public Library!
2024-10-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Thorold Public Library, 14 Ormond St N, Thorold, ON, L2V 1Y8, Canada
Join us for our October Business After Five hosted by the Thorold Public Library!
Please view the below for more information and RSVP to info@nbotac.com

Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce

November Lunch & Learn hosted by Langlois Safety
2024-11-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Club Belvedere, 57 John St., Thorold, Ontario, L2V 5C8, Canada
Join us for our November Lunch & Learn hosted by Langlois Safety!
Please view below for more information and RSVP to info@nbotac.com

Thank you, and have a great business day!
Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce

Save the Date- Business & Community Prosperity!
2024-11-25 - 2024-11-28 | VIrtual
NEW DATES : NOVEMBER 25TH – 28TH: DETAILS HERE: https://niagarachamberpartnership.com/
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Thank you, and have a great business day!
Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce

NCP Virtual Summit
2024-11-25 - 2024-11-28 | Virtual-Online, Canada
Please view the below for details about the upcoming NCP Virtual Summit.
Registration link is here: http://niagarachamberpartnership.com

Thank you, and have a great business day!
Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce

New Members Reception
2024-11-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Beechwood Golf & Country Club, 4680 Thorold Town Line, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2H 0W2, Canada

Christmas Party!
2024-12-06 19:00 - 23:59 | Club Capri, 36 Cleveland St., Thorold, Ontario, L2V 3K4, Canada
Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce is pleased to once again partner with Clients & Cocktails Networking to put on a fun and fantastic Christmas Party this year.
The event takes place December 6th starting at 7pm at Club Capri, in Thorold.
Tickets $30/pp
Includes:

Nibblies/hors d’oeuvres
A free drink ticket
Live Band: Rock of 80s
Prizes and fun galore!If you would like to sponsor the event contact info@nbotac.com for details.
Get your tickets early!

Get your tickets today:

Lunch & Networking
2025-01-08 12:00 - 13:30 | Club Belvedere, 57 John St., Thorold, Ontario, L2V 5C8, Canada
Topic: Tech-Enhanced Business Networking: Leveraging Connections, Gaining Clients
Join NBOTAC Chair Mark Kawabe for a discussion of a dozen ways to leverage technology to enhance business networking effectiveness and efficiency.
Expanding your business network is the key to new business opportunities and growth. Learn how to network better in 2025!
“The richest people in the world look for and build networks. Everyone else looks for work.” – Robert Kiyosaki
Get Your Ticket!

January Business After Five
2025-01-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Liberty Tax Services, 290 Glendale Ave Unit #2, St. Catharines, ON, L2T 2L3
Join us for networking at Liberty Tax Services – St. Catharines Location
Bring a door prize to represent your business!
RSVP below
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February Lunch, Learn & Networking
2025-02-12 12:00 - 13:30 | Club Belvedere, 57 John St., Thorold, Ontario, L2V 5C8, Canada
Join us for our February Lunch, Learn & Networking hosted by Canadian Blood Services!
RSVP to info@nbotac.com

Member Rate: https://zohosecurepay.com/checkout/12wc3zl-29zfanppf60bvq/Lunch-Learn–Networking–Member-Rate
Non-Member Rates: https://zohosecurepay.com/checkout/63f2vld-ufzwpoqqwr893k/Lunch-Learn–Networking–Nonmember

February Business After Five
2025-02-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Bocchinfuso Funeral Home, 2 Regent St,, Thorold, ON, L2V 1T1
Join us for our February Business After Five hosted by Bocchinfuso Funeral Home!
Details TBA

Special Event- March Lunch, Learn & Networking with Vance Badawey
2025-03-12 12:00 - 13:30 | Club Belvedere, 57 John St., Thorold, Ontario, L2V 5C8, Canada
Join us for our March Lunch, Learn & Networking with Vance Badawey!
Don’t miss this special event!
Member Rate
Non Member Rate

RSVP to info@nbotac.com

2025 March Business After Five
2025-03-26 17:00 - 19:00 | J & L Flooring, 4424 Montrose Rd., Niagara Falls, ON, L2H1K2, Canada
Join us for our 2025 March Business After Five hosted by J & L Flooring.

April Lunch, Learn & Networking
2025-04-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Niagara Falls Innovation Hub, 4551 Zimmerman Ave, Niagara Falls, ON, L2E 2P2
Join Us for our April Lunch, Learn, & Networking hosted by Axzora Group.

Health & Wellness Expo
2025-04-30 14:00 - 19:00 | Thorold Seniors Center, 8 Carleton St. South, Thorold, Ontario, L2V 5C2, Canada
Join us for our 2025 Health & Wellness Expo!

Member Registration
Non- Member Registration

May Lunch, Learn & Networking hosted by Leadership Niagara!
2025-05-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Club Belvedere, 57 John St., Thorold, Ontario, L2V 5C8, Canada
Join us for our May Lunch, Learn & Networking hosted by
Leadership Niagara!

NBOTAC Annual Cornhole Social!
2025-07-23 | Regency Athletic Resort, 8068 Mountain Rd, Niagara Falls, ON, L2E 6S4
Join us at our Annual Cornhole Social! Enjoy a game of cornhole, food and networking!
Please RSVP to info@nbotac.com

Summer Social
2025-08-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Donnelly’s Irish Pub, 54 Front St S,, Thorold, ON, L2V 1X1
You’re Invited: Summer Networking on the Patio!
Join us for a relaxed evening of great conversations, new connections, and summer vibes. Mingle with local professionals, and soak up the sunshine on the patio. Don’t miss this chance to grow your network in a laid-back, welcoming setting! The pub will be open to those wanting beverages and food! RSVP to info@nbotac.com

CANCELLED -Watch for something amazing on June 10th.
2025-09-17 | Ontario
We are disheartened to have to cancel this year’s Golf Tournament – but we have something amazing planned for June 10th next year! Stay tuned.
If you should have any questions please contact
Kelly at kelly@bocchinfusofh.com

2025 Annual General Meeting
2025-09-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Canadian Corps, 7 Clairmont St, Thorold, L2V 1R2
The Annual General Meeting is open to the designated representative of your organization which is a member in good standing of the Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce (NBOTAC).
Your attendance in person is requested. If you or your designated representative cannot attend in person, please send a proxy form. We also look forward to catching you upon the past year’s work completed by the NBOTAC and discussing our future goals.
We have open board positions this year. If you would like to put your name forward for consideration, please complete the nomination form below and send it to secretary@nbotac.com.
All pertinent information for the Annual General & Special Meeting is below.
Agenda – available soon
Draft Minutes of Last Year’s Meeting – available soon
Financial Reports – Balance Sheet | Profit & Loss – available soon
Director Nomination Form
Proxy Form
IMPORTANT – VOTE BY PROXY
If you cannot attend the it is IMPERATIVE that you provide a proxy. The proxy form should be completed and emailed to secretary@nbotac.com . Alternatively, you may send a designated representative in your place to vote on your behalf, but you must either send a letter to secretary@nbotac.com or have the representative submit it at the AGM & special meeting. This letter should be clearly written, authorizing the representative (please identify them with their first and last name) to vote on behalf of your organization. It should be dated and signed by you as the owner/registered representative of the organization and have your name printed as well. The link to the proxy form is above.

October Lunch, Learn & Networking
2025-10-08 12:00 - 13:30 | Ontario
Join us for our October Lunch, Learn & Networking!
Member Ticket $5 Non-member ticket $10
Buy your own lunch if you so choose…
This will be an informative event.

RSVP to info@nbotac.com

Business After 5
2025-10-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Four Points by Sheraton, 3530 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, Ontario, L2V 4Y6, Canada
Join KAATSU Canada as they host our monthly Business After 5 networking event!

Location: TBA.

November Lunch, Learn & Networking
2025-11-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Thorold Community Activities Group, 131 Richmond St., Thorold, Ontario, L2V 3H3, Canada
NBOTAC Members – Join Us for Our November Lunch, Learn & Networking!
Connect, learn, and grow at our next Lunch, Learn & Networking event hosted by YMCA Employment & Newcomer Services. Gain valuable insights into the Employment Ontario Program, including placement funding, apprenticeship opportunities, and training supports, while networking with fellow members and local professionals.
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 12th
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Thorold Community Activities Group-131 Richmond St. Thorold
Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn and connect—reserve your spot today!

RSVP Member

RSVP Non Member

NBOTAC Christmas Party
2025-11-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Beechwood Golf & Country Club, 4680 Thorold Town Line, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2H 0W2, Canada
🎄 Join Us for the Holiday Party of the Year! 🎉
Calling all Niagara businesses:
Looking for a fun, easy way to celebrate and reward your team for its contributions to your success this year? Host your office Christmas party with us and join in the festivities!
NBOTAC and Clients & Cocktails Networking are teaming up to bring you a festive End-of-Year Celebration you won’t want to miss!
📅 Date: Friday, November 28th
🕖 Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM | Entertainment begins at 7:00 PM
🎶 Entertainment: The Audio Saints (live band!)
📍 Location: Beechwood Golf Course
4680 Thorold Townline Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2H 2Y6
🥂 Tickets:

Individual: $45
Table of 8: $320
Table of 10: $400 (Only 4 tables of 10 available!)

Enjoy hors d’oeuvres at 7:30 PM, munchies at your table, and a night full of great music, dancing, and networking.
🎁 Bring a door prize!
❤️ Help us give back: We’ll be collecting non-perishable food items for local Niagara charities—because the need is great this season.

💡 Sponsorship opportunities available!
Bronze Sponsor $100
Silver Sponsor $250
Gold Sponsor $500
Platinum Sponsor $1000
All sponsors will be added to the image above, featured on the C&C & NBOTAC social media channels as well is in our respective newsletters, logos displayed on the tables the night of the party. The Platinum Sponsor will be given 2 minutes to introduce their business to the guests… Contact debi@nbotac.com for more information. Email debi@nbotac.com for details.

🎟️ Buy your tickets online:

$45 individual ticket

Table of 8 $320

Table of 10 (only 4)

Holiday Social & Networking
2025-12-10 12:00 - 13:30 | Doc MacGilligan’s Restaurant & Pub, 6400 Lundy's Lane,, Niagara Falls, ON, L2G 1T6, Canada
🎄 Holiday Networking Social – December 10th at Noon! 🎄
Ready for a little holiday cheer mixed with good conversation?Join us Wednesday, December 10th at 12pm at Doc MacGilligan’s Restaurant & Pub for a relaxed networking social.
No speeches, no agenda — just great people, great chats, and a chance to unwind before the year wraps up. Buy your own lunch and beverage, settle in, and enjoy meeting local business folks in a casual, festive setting.
RSVP
✨ We’ll also have a great door prize!If you’d like to promote your business, feel free to bring a door prize too — it’s a fun way to get your name in front of the group.
Everyone’s welcome — members and non-members!Bring a colleague, a friend, or just yourself.
Let’s raise a glass to connections, community, and a strong finish to 2025.See you there! 🍻✨
#NetworkingNiagara #HolidaySocial #NiagaraBusiness #ConnectAndCollaborate #SupportLocal #MeetNewPeople

Responsible AI & Avoiding Bias Webinar
2025-12-17 14:30 - 15:30 | Ontario
Responsible and ethical AI adoption is essential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly as digital tools increasingly shape hiring, decision-making, and day-to-day operations.
In collaboration with the Diversity Institute, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce, we invite you to join the Responsible AI and Avoiding Bias webinar, where we’ll explore how SMEs can integrate AI in ways that reduce bias, advance equity, and strengthen organizational performance.
Drawing on the Diversity Institute’s expertise in research, training, and inclusive innovation, this session will highlight practical strategies and resources to support fair, transparent, and trustworthy AI adoption and use.
Key areas of discussion will include:
▶ Risks of bias, misinformation, and inequitable outcomes in AI systems
▶ Responsible and ethical AI adoption
▶ Tools and supports that help SMEs implement safer and more transparent AI practices
▶ Tips to make informed decisions about AI integration, workforce upskilling and organizational readiness
REGISTER HERE

Lunch & Learn: Workplace Mental Health
2026-01-14 11:45 - 13:00 | The Falls Manor, 7104 Lundy's Lane, Niagara Falls, Canada
Lunch & Learn: Workplace Mental HealthWednesday, January 14 | 11:45 AM – 1:00 PMFalls Manor, 7104 Lundy’s Lane, Niagara Falls
Workplace mental health isn’t just an HR topic, it’s a business issue. How people communicate, handle stress, and respond under pressure directly impacts productivity, retention, leadership, and culture.
Join the Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce (NBOTAC) for a practical, eye-opening Lunch & Learn with Julie Christiansen of Leverage U.
Julie is an anger and communication expert, author, podcast host, keynote speaker, and executive coach. Her sessions are known for being honest, relatable, and immediately useful, not theoretical or fluffy.
What you’ll walk away with:

A clearer understanding of how stress and unmanaged emotions show up at work
Practical communication strategies leaders and teams can use right away
Insight into reducing conflict before it escalates
Tools to support healthier, more productive workplace conversations

Event Details

Buy your own lunch
$5 cash at the door (members) $8 for non-members
Bring a non-member guest and the fee is waived for both of you

Open to members and non-members. This is a great opportunity to invest an hour in yourself, your team, and your business while connecting with other professionals in the Niagara region.
👉 Please RSVP using the form below. We look forward to seeing you there.

Business After 5: Cobblestone Gardens Retirement Residence
2026-01-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Cobblestone Gardens Retirement Residence, 10 Ormond St. N.,, Thorold, ON
Join us for our January Business After 5 at Cobblestone Gardens Retirement Residence, located at 10 Ormond St. N., Thorold, on Wednesday, January 28th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
This relaxed after-hours gathering is all about casual networking, new connections, and meaningful conversations. Whether you are reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting fellow business owners for the first time, this is a comfortable setting to build real relationships without the pressure of formal networking.
While you’re there, take time to learn more about Cobblestone Gardens, where caring and friendly staff are dedicated to providing residents and their families with a high standard of care while creating lasting memories. Their commitment to personalized service and community is what truly sets them apart and makes Cobblestone Gardens shine with pride.
Cobblestone Gardens is committed to your lifestyle, offering the peace and comfort of a seniors living community that feels like home, supported by thoughtful services and a welcoming environment from the moment you walk through the doors.
Proudly serving Thorold, Ontario, this retirement residence reflects the spirit of a town known for its big heart. Many staff and residents call Thorold home, adding to the warmth and sense of community that defines Cobblestone Gardens.
Bring your business cards, your curiosity, and your conversation skills. We look forward to seeing you there.
Please RSVP below:
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