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Media Advisory
May 25th, 2020
For immediate release

The TEDC is issuing the second round of the Timmins Business Impact Survey on behalf of the City and Chamber Joint Business Continuity Recovery Advisory Task Force and its partners.

The survey will collect new data on developments in the business community and help inform relief measures. A report and infographic will share comparative data on how businesses are faring.

The Timmins Business Impact Survey Round Two will run from May 25th to May 31st and can be found at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/timminscovid19businessimpactsurvey2

The City and Chamber Joint Business Continuity Recovery Advisory Task Force partners include The Downtown Timmins Business Improvement Association, The Venture Centre, Cochrane District Social Services Administration Board, FedNor, and the Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines.

For more information, contact Kelsey Luxton at kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca or 705-360-2656.

Media Release
May 4th, 2020
For immediate release

TIMMINS, ON – The Timmins Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) is sharing the results of the City of Timmins and The Chamber’s Joint Business Continuity and Recovery Advisory Task Force April edition of the COVID-19 Timmins Business Impact Survey. The summary results reveal the impact on local businesses and non-profits, and the resilience and adaptability of some industries.

“Feedback from local firms is essential to help us understand and communicate organizational needs to all levels of government,” said Mayor George Pirie. “The task force members can use the results to guide a course of action to help local organizations, but I am encouraged that 95% of survey respondents believe they will still be operating after the pandemic subsides.”

Fred Gibbons, chair of the TEDC board noted that, “Based on the results we noticed some businesses and non-profits are not aware what government programs may be able to help them.” Gibbons added, “We encourage everyone in need of assistance to contact the TEDC or to review The Chamber website for a list of government business supports. The TEDC will issue the survey on behalf of the partners again in May to see what new challenges arise.

Val Venneri, president of The Chamber says “Our taskforce committee is now looking at projects that will help our community as we move forward and help to ensure our businesses stay open. The full survey results are posted on The Chamber’s website.

Jamie Roach, president of the Downtown Timmins Business Improvement Association said “Our business community is facing significant challenges. The top 5 challenges are related to zero or reduced revenues, labour, demand, health and safety, and information technology.” Roach said, he is glad that all agencies are working together to ensure our community and our organizations survive the current shutdown.

To view the full report, visit timminschamber.on.ca/covid-19

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For more information, contact Kelsey Luxton at Kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca or 705-360-2656

About the City of Timmins and the Chamber’s Joint Business Continuity and Recovery Advisory Task Force

The task force aims to support business continuity and recovery in the City of Timmins through a coordinated and responsive manner. Member organizations include: City of Timmins, The Chamber, MPP Gilles Bisson and MP Charlie Angus, Timmins Economic Development Corporation (TEDC), Downtown Timmins Business Improvement Association (BIA), The Venture Centre, Fednor, The Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines, and the Cochrane District Social Services Administration Board (CDSSAB).

About the TEDC

The TEDC is the city’s non-proﬁt community economic development team. We facilitate and support economic and social activity that creates jobs, diversifies the economy and improves quality of life.

Media Release
March 20, 2020
For immediate release

TIMMINS, ON: As the Provincial and Federal governments have announced supports for businesses in response to COVID-19, the Timmins Economic Development Corporation (TEDC), the Business Enterprise Centre and the Productivity and Innovation Centre (PIC) are prepared to help.

The TEDC will help entrepreneurs, small businesses, and not for profits apply for funding as new programs to support businesses are announced. “We are prepared to assist businesses who are facing extraordinary circumstances. At this time, our physical doors are closed to the public, but staff are still available by phone, email or Skype to help businesses apply for funding,” said TEDC chair Fred Gibbons.

A list of existing resources follows this media release. Full details on support programs have not been issued. This list will be updated as announcements are made.

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To reach one of our staff members for business support or information, visit our staff directory: Timminsedc/about-us/staff.com

For more information, contact Kelsey Luxton at Kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca or 705-360 2656.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 10, 2020

Economic development corporations from across Northern Ontario have been honoured with a provincial award for initiatives that have helped position regional small and medium-sized enterprises take advantage of global opportunities and new markets for their innovative products and services.

Ontario’s North Economic Development Corporation (ONEDC), a collaboration of the economic development corporations for the cities of North Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Thunder Bay and Timmins, accepted the Award of Excellence from the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) at its annual conference gala on February 6.

“As a truly collaborative, pan-northern initiative, the Northern Ontario Exports Program has assisted more than 150 small and medium-sized companies grow their businesses through export development,” said Christy Marinig, Chair, ONEDC. “The City of Greater Sudbury has done an exceptional job in leading this program for the benefit of all our northern colleagues.”

The Northern Ontario Exports Program had five objectives: to develop or improve export strategies, evaluate and address gaps in export sales and marketing processes, access funding support for export development activities, access business development databases and provide support for export related sales training.

Christy added that “The program helps local businesses develop an export plan, connect them with a consultant and access funding to attend trade shows or develop marketing materials.” Timmins and regional based firms can still participate in the program by contacting their local economic development office.

The EDCO Awards of Excellence is an annual program to stimulate the development of ideas and initiatives that may become economic development best practices of the future. Ninety-eight entries were submitted from communities and organizations across Ontario.

The Northern Ontario Exports Program was an eight year initiative supported by the Province of Ontario, FedNor and the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund between 2011 and 2019. Resulting strategies will continue to generate economic benefits in Northern Ontario for years to follow.

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Media Contact:
Scott Rennie, Business Development Officer
Economic Development, City of Greater Sudbury
scott.rennie@greatersudbury.ca
705-674-4455 ext. 4403

Media Release
Monday, August 19, 2019
For immediate release

TIMMINS, ON: Ontario’s North Economic Development Corporation (ONEDC) and the Timmins Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) will be helping northern companies become certified to supply the defence sector. Firms can increase and diversify revenue streams by participating in the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) Capacity Building Program.

“Northern Ontario has a strong pool of expertise in mining, metal fabrication, and heavy industrial vehicle mechanics,” said Ross MacDonald, Business Development Specialist with the Timmins Economic Development Corporation (TEDC). “This program opens a window of opportunity for northern companies to work with multinationals and tiered global supply chains in the defence sector,” noting that local firms already supply similar parts to the mining industry. “With a few minor adjustments to their products, local firms can access new revenue streams.”

At this time, firms need resources and support to meet the standards of the defence industry. These enhancements include formal quality control programs, proper security registration and adjusting business operations to compete in the defence sector and other industries. The ITB program will provide guidance and financial assistance to help our companies meet these standards.

“We’re looking forward to collaborating with other communities to see firms in the north expand their offerings,” said TEDC Chair Fred Gibbons. Northern Ontario is a designated region of Canada for the defence sector, so local companies have an advantage in working with the prime contractors. Gibbons noted that “in addition to leveraging partnerships, the project will enhance capacity building efforts, create jobs and diversify the economy.”

The five northern communities included in ONEDC are Timmins, Thunder Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury and North Bay.

For more information about the program, contact Ross MacDonald: ross.macdonald@timmins.ca or (705) 360-2600 x 7092.

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For media inquiries, contact Kelsey Luxton: Kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca or (705) 360-2600 x 7083.

About the TEDC

About ONEDC

ONEDC helps promote, create and implement economic development partnership between the Cities of North Bay, Timmins, Sudbury, Thunder Bay and Sault Ste. Marie and other regional development organizations.

Media Release
Friday, June 14, 2019
For immediate release

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced today that Timmins is one of 11 communities across Canada to be awarded a place in the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot project. “This is an exciting opportunity for Timmins,” said TEDC Chair Fred Gibbons. “Other Canadian communities with similar programs have seen positive impacts on their economies and a slowing of population decline.” Gibbons noted that the arrival of several hundred international students last year was a boon to the local retail and hospitality sectors, which had struggled to fill front line positions.

The Timmins Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) will lead the project, with support from over a dozen partners such as the Multicultural Centre, City of Timmins, Chamber of Commerce, the Far Northeast Training Board, College Boreal and Northern College. They’ll consult with local stakeholders to identify how immigration can best support our economy, welcome newcomers, and help them settle and put down roots.

Timmins’ aging population will create a retirement boom over the next ten years, so local employers can expect to see up to 40% of the labour force retiring between now and 2031. In addition, the average birth rate is well below the replacement rate. “Research suggests that if every single person in Timmins today were working, we still wouldn’t have enough people to address the skills and number of jobs we need to maintain our current economy,” said Mike Resetar, the Timmins Employer Council Co-Chair.

“Timmins is home to many cultures and this diversity makes us stronger. A hundred years ago, thousands of immigrants came here to work in the mines. Many of our grandparents immigrated here,” said Mayor George Pirie. “We’ve welcomed newcomers before, and they helped build a great city. We’ve never stopped welcoming newcomers to our city. This is just another chapter in the Timmins story to make Timmins even better.”

Our community will work closely with the federal government over the coming months on identifying and recommending candidates for permanent residence. This will include developing unique eligibility criteria and processes for newcomers to apply to Timmins. IRCC will make all final decisions on applications to our community. The TEDC will be consulting with the community and mobilizing partners to welcome and support newcomers after they arrive in Timmins.

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For more information, please contact Kelsey Luxton at kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca or (705) 360-2600 x 7083.

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Media Release
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
For immediate release

The Timmins Employer Council (TEC) is publishing a Toolkit to help Timmins employers address labour attraction and retention issues. “The Far Northeast Training Board suggests we’ll lose 40% of the workforce to retirement in the next decade, and we don’t have enough workers to replace them,” said Mike Resetar, Council Co-chair and VP Human Resources for the Timmins and District Hospital. “Attracting and retaining employees is a challenge for all of us. So we’ve listened to employers, done some research and found some promising solutions,” he added.

The TEC’s findings highlight two key recommendations. First, the most successful employers are seeking workers from diverse groups, including Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, newcomers and immigrants. They are also adjusting their expectations about experience levels.

The TEC Report describes seven hiring and retention barriers and recommends nine practices to overcome them. The Employer Toolkit contains fact sheets to help employer’s foster diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The documents are available at www.timminsedc.com.

Second, Timmins needs a community-based attraction strategy to attract and retain new residents, including immigrants. There are simply not enough people in Timmins to support a growing economy. “Every business that employs international workers has nothing but positive comments to make about their enthusiasm, dedication, and overall work ethic,” said Keitha Robson, CAO of the Timmins Chamber of Commerce. Robson also noted that the retail, hospitality and service sectors have benefited from the recent influx of job-seeking international students.

Acting on Employer Council recommendations, the Timmins Economic Development Corporation is forming a Labour Attraction and Retention Taskforce. It will plan and implement city-wide projects to attract and retain a more diversified workforce. “We have good jobs and career opportunities in Timmins; we need to entice people to move here and stay here. We need to capitalize on the positive aspects of our quality of life, such as affordable housing, short commutes, and social connections,” said Noella Rinaldo, co-chair of the Employer Council.

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For more information, please contact Kelsey Luxton at kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca or (705) 360-2600 x 7083.

TEC Project partners include:

Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
Far Northeast Training Board (FNETB)
Timmins Employer Council
Timmins Chamber of Commerce
Cochrane District Social Services Administration Board (CDSSB)
Northern College
Collège Boréal
Timmins And District Hospital (TADH)
Clearlogic Consulting Professionals

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Media Release
Tuesday, February 5, 2019
For immediate release
Interview opportunity with Barb Stegemann, Top 100 Most Powerful Woman in Canada

An upcoming Social Enterprise Roundtable will introduce attendees to an emerging business model that aims to help solve social problems. The Business Enterprise Centre, NORDIK Institute and the Social Enterprise and Entrepreneurship (SEE) Northern Region Partnership are joining forces to offer a unique training opportunity on February 27th.

The roundtable will host 10 distinguished panelists and speakers, including business leaders, social entrepreneurs, and educators. “This event offers a stellar panel of speakers and presenters who are knowledgeable in this new territory.” Said Fred Gibbons, Chair of the Timmins Economic Development Corporation Board. Barb Stegemann, the keynote speaker for the event, is a Top Game Changer on CBC’s Dragon’s Den, she is the CEO and Founder of The 7 Virtues, and was recognized by Women’s Executive Network as one of the Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada.

“A Social Enterprise reinvests its profits to help solve a social problem,” said Natasha Chalwell, the Business Enterprise Centre’s Social Entrepreneurship Events Coordinator. “We anticipate that entrepreneurs in Timmins will start looking to Social Enterprise (SE) to launch or strengthen their business or organization, and this training will give them the resources to do so,” she added.

The full day is dedicated to Social Enterprise and will focus on the opportunities this business model offers. Participants will develop a social business plan, learn to communicate their value as an SE, and discover resources and support to start their venture.

Visit tinurl.com/SEERoundtable for more information and to register.

Barb Stegemann is available for interview by contacting Aya Sischy at Aya@speakers.ca.

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For more information, please contact Kelsey Luxton at kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca or (705) 360-2600 x 7083.

About the Business Enterprise Centre

The Business Enterprise Centre helps entrepreneurs start or expand a business. We are a member of the Ontario Network of Entrepreneurs and funded by the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines, and the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. We are hosted by the Timmins Economic Development Corporation.

About the NORDIK Institute

Algoma University’s community based research organization whose goal is to build Northern Ontario’s capacity to conduct research that contributes to social, economic and environmental justice in rural, Indigenous and northern communities and provides evidence for informed policy and decision making.

About SEE

The Social Enterprise & Entrepreneurship (SEE) Northern Region Partnership includes the NORDIK Institute, the Northwest Regional Innovation Centre in Thunder Bay, the Business Enterprise Centre in Timmins, YouLaunch in Sault Ste. Marie and the PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise in Thunder Bay. Its goal is to help social enterprises develop the solid business fundamentals they need to start and grow; to develop regionally-tailored approaches to deliver training, mentorship, and other services to social enterprises; and to build the capacity of the Ontario Network of Entrepreneurs (ONE) members in their region to serve social enterprises and entrepreneurs

Media Release
Tuesday, December 18, 2018
For immediate release

An interim group has finalized the Terms of Reference for the Arts and Culture Council in Timmins. The Timmins Economic Development Corporation (TEDC), Timmins Museum and Tourism Timmins invite members of the public to apply to become board members for the council.

“The TEDC worked with the Timmins Museum and Tourism Timmins because we recognize that arts and culture span several community development sectors,” said Fred Gibbons, Chair of the TEDC Board. An initial roundtable in May asked members from the arts and culture sector to contribute their ideas to enhance the sector. “We used the Timmins 2020: Culture, Tourism and Recreation Master Plan as a framework,” said Karen Bachmann, Director and Curator of the Timmins Museum, “residents identified many opportunities, such as a shared coop space, more exhibition opportunities and the need to form a council to help get the work done,” she added.

“Some community members made important connections at the meeting,” said Nicky Alexander, local artist and advocate who attended the roundtable, “which illustrated how important it is to have opportunities to collaborate across all arts and culture disciplines.” The Arts and Culture Council will serve as an umbrella organization with a focus on community engagement and coordination between stakeholders. Residents from all disciplines and levels of involvement in the arts and culture are invited to apply to become a board member.

A roundtable will be held to discuss the new council on January 29th, 2019 at 1pm at the Timmins Museum. Applications and Terms of Reference are available on the Timmins Economic Development Corporation website and can be submitted to Kelsey Luxton at the information below. Applications close on February 8th, 2019.

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For more information, contact Kelsey Luxton, communications coordinator at kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca or (705) 360-2600 x 7083.

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Communiqué de presse
Le mardi 18 décembre 2018
Pour diffusion immédiate

Un groupe intérimaire a finalisé le mandat du Conseil des arts et de la culture de Timmins. La Corporation du développement économique de Timmins (CDET), le Musée de Timmins et Tourisme Timmins lancent un appel public à candidatures pour devenir membre du conseil d’administration (CA) de ce Conseil.

« La CDET a travaillé de concert avec le Musée de Timmins et Tourisme Timmins, car nous reconnaissons que les arts et la culture couvrent plusieurs secteurs du développement communautaire », a déclaré M. Fred Gibbons, président du conseil d’administration de la CDET. Au mois de mai, au cours d’une première table ronde, on a demandé à des membres du secteur des arts et de la culture de partager leurs idées pour valoriser ce secteur. « Le Plan directeur Timmins 2020 : Culture, tourisme et loisirs a servi de cadre à ces discussions », a indiqué Mme Karen Bachmann, directrice et conservatrice du Musée de Timmins. « Les résidents ont repéré de multiples possibilités, comme de l’espace partagé dans une coopérative, plus de projets d’exposition et le besoin de créer un conseil dont le rôle serait d’aider à accomplir le travail », a-t-elle ajouté.

« Certains membres de la communauté ont noué des liens importants pendant cette rencontre », a souligné Nicky Alexander, artiste et porte-parole de la communauté qui a participé à la table ronde. « Cela nous montre à quel point il est important que les acteurs de toutes les disciplines artistiques et culturelles aient des occasions de collaborer entre eux. » Le Conseil des arts et de la culture sera un organisme-cadre axé sur la mobilisation communautaire et sur la coordination entre les parties intéressées. On demande aux résidents de toutes les disciplines et de tous les niveaux de participation dans le domaine des arts et de la culture de présenter leur candidature pour devenir membre du CA.

Le 29 janvier 2019, à 13 h, une table ronde aura lieu au Musée de Timmins pour discuter du Conseil nouvellement créé. Les formulaires de candidature et le mandat sont disponibles sur le site Web de la Corporation du développement économique de Timmins. Les candidatures doivent être remises à Kelsey Luxton, aux coordonnées ci-dessous. La date limite de soumission des candidatures est le 8 février 2019.

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Pour plus de renseignements, communiquez avec Kelsey Luxton, coordonnatrice des communications, à l’adresse kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca ou au 705 360‑2600, poste 7083.

Au sujet de la CDET

La CDET est l’équipe de développement économique et communautaire à but non lucratif de la Ville de Timmins. Nous encourageons et nous appuyons les activités économiques et sociales qui créent de l’emploi, qui diversifient l’économie et qui améliorent la qualité de la vie.

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