In This Issue:

• OEMC 2024 - All the details, including the OBJ Reception Tuesday evening
• More Upcoming Events
• Ontario Welcomes Over $37 Million Manufacturing Boost in Kingston

Ontario East Events

Visit the Ontario East Events Calendar and stay up-to-date on what's happening

in Eastern Ontario. If you have any events that you would like us to share,

please forward to info@ontarioeast.ca.

Ontario East Municipal Conference 2024

Wednesday, September 11 to Friday, September 13, 2024

at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre

TWO WEEKS AND COUNTING!

PROGRAM, SESSION TOPICS AND SPEAKER PROFILES 

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. 

This year's Social Events:

Tuesday, September 10

New Time - 6:00-8:00 pm

Cocktail and networking reception with the Ottawa Business Journal to celebrate the launch of City Building 2024 magazine and to reveal the top 30 city building projects.

The launch event will include valuable networking opportunities with economic development officials, political leaders and major players in city building.in the region.

This will take place in the Atrium, which is the main OEMC registration area at the Ottawa Conference & Event Centre.

RSVP is required for this event as seats are limited.

OEMC Delegates have received an invitation. If you have not and would like to attend, please contact oemc@ontarioeast.ca.  

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 PARTNERING WITH VIA RAIL CANADA

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. 

SPONSOR AND EXHIBIT AT OEMC

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.ca if 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.

More Upcoming Events:

September 19, 2024: AEDP COP Webinar: Filling Gaps in the Agri-Food Value Chain

October 22 to 24, 2024: Municipal Agriculture Economic Development & Planning Forum

Ontario East News

If you have any news that you would like us to share, please forward to info@ontarioeast.ca.

Ontario Welcomes Over $37 Million Manufacturing Boost

in Kingston

News Release, August 21, 2024, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade

Expansion projects by two companies will create 70 new, good-paying jobs

KINGSTON — The Ontario government is welcoming over $37 million in investments from two Kingston-based companies, strengthening local manufacturing and driving economic growth in the region.

IPG Photonics Inc., a manufacturer of optical sensors and software, is investing more than $21 million to build a new production facility. Cancoil Thermal Corporation, a manufacturer and designer of heat exchangers and equipment used in refrigeration, air conditioning and heating is investing over $16 million to install new equipment at its existing facilities. Together, these investments will create 70 new, good-paying jobs.