Plus AEDP COP Webinar, Municipal Agriculture Economic Development & Planning Forum, Good News from Napanee and OBJ Fastest Growing Companies Application Deadline Extended
The OEMC 2024 program is packedwith informative and insightful sessions on community, municipal, workforce and economic development topics from a diverse group of engaged experts in these fields.
Be sure to check the list regularly for updates on topic descriptions and our speakers.
RSVP will be required for this event. Stay tuned for more information.
Wednesday, September 11
5:10-6:30 pm: President's Reception in Exhibit Hall - Sponsored by Hydro One 6:30 pm: Free Night! OEMC will arrange shuttles for delegates to go downtown to the Byward Market for the evening. Learn more here!
Thursday, September 12 5:30 pm: Banquet & Entertainment Onsite - Sponsored by Cambium Featuring Sussex! Sussex is a 5-piece, popular rock and dance band that has been gracing stages across the National Capital Region for almost a decade!
OEMC is pleased to announce VIA Rail Canada will participate as a major ground transportation company for the upcoming Ontario East Municipal Conference.
VIA Rail Canada will provide a 10% discount off the best available fare in Economy, Economy Plus, Business, Business Plus, Sleeper class.
Support OEMC and take advantage of the many opportunities to connect with
Ontario East Members and OEMC attendees.
OEMC presents an incredible opportunity for extended networking with attendees! The meal room is directly across from the exhibit hall with all the food stations and buffets located right in the exhibit hall. This setup enhances the ease of mingling and maximizes your opportunities for meaningful connections!
Please contact Megan Howes at oemc@ontarioeast.caif you are interested in purchasing a sponsorship and/or exhibit booth.
Limited space available - don't miss this opportunity to support and participate in this eastern Ontario event that has key decision makers in attendance!
ACCOMMODATIONS AT THE COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT OTTAWA EAST
Please note that the special group rate for OEMC delegates at the Courtyard by Marriott Ottawa East is no longer guaranteed, as the last day to book at this rate was Monday, August 12, 2024.
While rooms may still be available, they are subject to standard rates and availability.
We encourage you to book as soon as possible to secure your accommodation.
Join the Agriculture Economic Development and Planning Community of Practice on September 19th from 10 – 11:30 am to understand how organizations are working to identify infrastructure and service needs for agriculture and fill industry gaps in the agri-food system beyond the farm gate.
Municipal Agriculture Economic Development & Planning Forum
Tuesday, October 22 to Thursday, October 24, 2024
at the Best Western Pembroke Inn and Conference Centre
Growing Together – SAVE THE DATE!
Co-hosted by the Ontario Ministries of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness and Rural Affairs and the County of Renfrew, this year’s theme, “Growing Together – Nurturing Agriculture for Rural Community Prosperity”, will highlight the importance of fostering agriculture growth, sustainability and collaboration in rural communities.
Marking the first time coming to Eastern Ontario, the Forum is an opportunity to network, engage and share best practices and lessons learned from rural economic development and planning professionals working with and supporting the agriculture industry.
If you have any news that you would like us to share, please forward to info@ontarioeast.ca.
Goodyear Canada Inc. investing more than
$575 million to expand Ontario plant,
creating and securing more than 1,000 jobs
News Release, August 12, 2024
NAPANEE — From mining critical minerals to building cars and batteries, Canada is attracting historic investments to help secure and create jobs, grow our economy and keep our air clean. In the last four years, we’ve seen companies announce more than $46 billion in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing investments across Canada. They want a reliable partner with world-class talent and this is exactly what we have to offer. Today, the Premier of Ontario, Doug Ford and the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, joined representatives from The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company to announce the company’s more than $575 million project to modernize and expand its plant in Napanee, Ontario. This investment will help Goodyear create an energy-efficient, end-to-end manufacturing process and increase its production capacity, including EV and all-terrain tires.
Are you one of the region’s fastest-growing private companies?
Get Recognized for Your Growth.
The Eastern Ontario Business Journal wants to feature your business success in an upcoming issue as well as celebrated at a luncheon.
Eligible companies must be headquartered in Eastern Ontario and be able to demonstrate significant year-over-year revenue growth over a three-year period. Applicants are ranked by percentage revenue growth between year one and year three of their most recent three-year fiscal period.
Share your success story! Top ten companies will be notified by September 10, 2024.
