Dundas Star News: Business

Customer service more important than ever, speaker says

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Any companies that doubt there’s been a seismic shift in the landscape of customer relations need look no further than United Airlines and Dave Carroll, says Shaun Belding.

New automotive buying habits mean significant growth for used car market

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:39:51 EST

Given everything that’s happened in the automotive world in the last year – once-mighty General Motors and Chrysler reduced to bankruptcy protection and massive government bailouts, and Japanese giant Toyota left reeling from the recall of millions of vehicles over sticking accelerator pedals that caused cars to accelerate out of control – it would be easy to believe the auto sector is on life support.

Human element still key in buying and selling homes, realtor says

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:38:31 EST

Rapidly changing technology is altering the way many people make a living these days, but nowhere is that more true than in the once staid world of real estate.

Canada's good investment reputation shouldn't make us smug: economist

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:25:52 EST

Canada might be the darling of the developed world in terms of how we’ve weathered the global economic storm over the last year, but Derek Holt hopes that doesn’t lead to a very un-Canadian trend for Canucks: getting cocky.

New BMO survey reveals where Ontario business owners stand on HST

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST

A new BMO survey shows that Ontario business owners are apprehensive when it comes to how they will be affected by the introduction of the harmonized sales tax (HST) on July 1. The survey, conducted by Harris/Decima, found that 51 per cent of Ontario business owners expect the impact will be negative, while 33 per cent believe it will have a positive effect.

Pioneer eager for patients to experience product

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST

Local dentist Dr. Norman Kwan has invented a device that could change the dental implant process. In 1993, Kwan created a one-step implant process that costs about half as much as a traditional two-step implant.

Need a summer job?

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST

Youth Employment Services (YES), located in the Dundas Community Services office, is now open for the season — back and ready to assist students and employers in the surrounding area.

Business fair returns next year

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST

A rejuvenated Dundas business fair will provide exposure for some local entrepreneurs.

Pan Am chief gives thumbs up to Hamilton’s position

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST

There may be “challenges” ahead for Hamilton to build the Pan Am Games centrepiece stadium, but the head of the 2015 Pan Am Games says he’s confident city officials can overcome those obstacles.

Bayshore among country’s 50 Best Managed Companies

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST

Local home-care agency Bayshore Home Health has been named one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies for 2009. It initially won this designation in 2006 and met rigorous standards to requalify in 2007 and 2008.

Get credit help from Catholic Family Services

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST

Catholic Family Services Credit Counselling program helps individuals and families with confidential financial assessments, options dealing with debt, budget counselling and debt repayment programs. Call 905-527-3823, Ext. 279 for an appointment.

Free income tax service

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST

Dundas Community Services, in co-operation with the Hamilton and District Chartered Accountants Association, is once again providing a free income tax service for people on limited incomes. Volunteer chartered accountants complete individual income tax forms. The service is available to Dundas and surrounding area.

YWCA seeking nominees for Woman of Distinction

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

Do you know a local woman of distinction? Hamilton's most prestigious award for women has only a few weeks left to accept nominations. A Woman of Distinction is a leader who goes the extra mile. The fore-mother who broke through the barriers, the young woman who shows promise beyond her years or the hard-working woman who makes a difference but never seeks the limelight. All nominees will be announced at an International Women's Day breakfast on March 11. Later, a panel of independent community members will select 10 women to be recognized at the YWCA Women of Distinction gala dinner and fundraiser on May 4, at the Hamilton Convention Centre. Nominations close Feb. 19. Contact Amanda at amandadale92@gmail.com or 416-453-1916.

Businessman buys Mustard Festival

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

Hamilton mountain entrepreneur Chris Ecklund has recently purchased the 12-year old downtown Mustard Festival.

Readership remains strong with 74 per cent of adults reading their community newspaper

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

The Canadian Community Newspaper Database Corporation (ComBase) announced last week the results of its 2008-2009 study, with readership data for 218 markets across Canada.

Owner to return fire-damaged downtown Dundas bakery building to former glory

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

Bob Pinder, owner of the downtown Dundas building badly damaged by fire in the Village Bakery two weeks ago, expects to see the site returned to its former glory.

We’re on the move to Thursdays

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST

In an effort to provide more timely distribution of news and advertising to our readers, Hamilton Community News is pleased to announce that commencing Jan. 21, you will begin receiving your weekly newspaper on Thursdays.

ArcelorMittal Dofasco donates $100,000

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 00:00:00 EST

ArcelorMittal Dofasco capped off its Community Strength campaign with a $100,000 contribution to area food banks in Hamilton and Burlington this week.

Deluxe reopens

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 EST

A grand opening of the Bangkok Spoon Deluxe in downtown Dundas is set for Monday evening.

Ancaster Carriage Works, Dundas Driving Park earn design awards

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Thirteen awards were announced at last week’s third Urban Design and Architecture Awards' ceremony. The winners highlighted Hamilton’s strong and diverse design and development industry. Top awards in various categories of Excellence went to Ancaster Carriage Works, Dundas Driving Park, Heritage Greene, The Gown and Gavel, McMaster University’s Engineering Technology Building, McMaster Innovation Park, and the West Village Suites.

Resident selected for 2009 Women of Influence award

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Janice Locke, president and CEO of Storeimage Programs Inc., has been chosen as a winner of the 2009 Women of Influence Award.

Businesses team to suppport Interval House

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Vanderwesten Rutherford Mantecon Consulting Engineers is pleased to continue its support for Interval House of Hamilton. VRM has organized a partnership strategy with other local businesses, including Avondale Stores Limited, Total Physio Clinics and the Hamilton Bulldogs Hockey Club, to further promote their House Full of Hope campaign during the holiday season.

Emerg-Plus president named one of Canada’s top women entrepreneurs

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Emerg-Plus Health Care Services is pleased to announce that Tanya Sarakinis, president of Emerg-Plus, has been named to the 2009 PROFIT W 100 ranking of Canada’s Top Women Entrepreneurs.

Chamber provides business support and leadership

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Interested in joining the Chamber of Commerce?

Tourism industry celebrates excellence with awards

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

Hamilton’s hidden treasures could all be found by stepping inside Carmen’s Banquet Centre last week. Against a bright and festive backdrop, Tourism Hamilton hosted its 11th Annual Tourism Awards Gala, Hidden Treasures. Industry partners and the larger community recognized the outstanding contributions of corporations, organizations and individuals who build Hamilton’s strong tourism industry.

Businesses earn accolades

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

Pearson Dunn Insurance's 120-plus years in business was recognized last week.

Trivaris builds new technology on old Hamilton foundation

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

On the former Westinghouse site where an “old” industry used to churn out locally made appliances, city representatives, university officials and entrepreneurs are establishing Hamilton’s business models of the future.

Eccles Auto steers into the future

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

Celebrating a 25th anniversary on April Fool’s Day doesn’t phase Bruce Eccles and his crew at Eccles Auto Service Inc.

Unemployed with hearing loss face more challenges than many

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

It is difficult for regular, hearing people who have been laid off to find another job. Can you imagine how much of a challenge it is for people with hearing loss?

Shoppers named as model location

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

Shoppers Drug Mart at University Plaza sends out a great big thank you to Dundas for its ongoing support.

Silver linings in storm clouds: new president

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce’s new president says manufacturing companies have to re-invent the way they produce goods if they want to survive in a changing global marketplace.

Builder earns awards

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

A member of the Hamilton-Halton Home Builders’ Association was nationally recognized with two significant awards at the Canadian Home Builders’ Association’s National Conference in Quebec City.

From furniture to fashion, owner bucks trend

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:00:00 EST

David Willliam Anderson is bucking the trend of layoffs, closures and cutbacks. He makes headlines today in the Dundas Star News for opening a business in what has been hailed as the worst economic downturn since the mid-1990s. Small and large businesses across Ontario are closing their doors or trimming staff to cope with an increasingly gloomy economic forecast.

Everwood Spa on the move

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:00:00 EST

Everwood Wellness Retreat & Spa, a part of the Dundas community for the past six years, is moving to a new location. The practitioners are excited to open their doors on Feb. 18 at the historical site of The Old Stone Gallery, 18 Short Rd, Greensville, near Websters Falls. The building used to be the dye house for Clark's Woollen Mill and was built around 1850.

Long-standing business closes

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 EST

One of downtown Dundas’ oldest businesses shuts its doors this weekend with the sale of Rona Cashway, reportedly to Shoppers Drug Mart.

A&P, Barn sport new name

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST

There's a new name in town when it comes to groceries.

Chamber warns about scam

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce is warning the public about an individual who is calling local businesses and pretending they are from the chamber as a way to obtain information.

Employment Hamilton rebrands as shifting economy increases need for social services

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

With the slowdown in the Ontario economy -- particularly in the manufacturing sector, employment growth is slowing. The need for social services, particularly those geared towards employment, are greater now than ever before.

Network group meets every second Tuesday in Dundas

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Independent Network Group meets every second Tuesday at Cook's Corner Bistro, 246 Governor's Rd. in Dundas, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. The next meeting is Oct. 7.

New partnership promotes Dundas as tourist destination

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

A partnership of Dundas destinations and institutions has formed to promote the Valley Town as a tourist destination.

Shell moving ahead with remediation plans

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EST

Shell Canada has reversed an earlier plan to delay full remediation of a former gas station in central Dundas and will instead continue cleaning up the property later this month.

Business groups planting seeds for new market

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:01:00 EST

Two local business groups are working together with community volunteers to start a fresh new farmers market in downtown Dundas.

Career Links initiative gets jobless back to work

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

In an economy when job losses too often dominate the news, the John Howard Society's new Career Links initiative delivers innovative support for Hamiltonians facing layoffs, downsizing or restructuring.

Business leaders lay the building blocks for revitalizing City of Hamilton's future

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

There is a new excitement, enthusiasm and "synergy" among Hamilton's business community as the city prepares to tell the world it is open for business.

Blackout on talks between Horizon and union

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

No talks are scheduled between Horizon Utilities and its striking membership which is three weeks into Ontario's first hydro labour disruption in 30 years.

YES matches employers, students this summer

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

If you are a home or business owner in need of full-time, part-time or temporary help, Youth Employment Services can assist. Whether it's yard work, manual labour, painting, babysitting, retail, restaurant or office work, YES can find someone to help. The service is dedicated to providing employers with eager and hard-working students.

DeGroote plants seeds to inspire entrepreneurship in youth

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST

The DeGroote School of Business at McMaster University launched the Synergy Business Program in 2007 as a summer experience for high school youth. Over 130 students attended the weekly program last year. After this tremendous success, Synergy is now back for year two.

Parkside DECA chapter experiences success on global level

Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 EST

Parkside's DECA chapter has had a successful year contending in business competitions at regional, provincial and international levels.

LeTip International launches new chapter

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST

LeTip International, Inc. has announced the opening a new chapter in Dundas. The chapter meets every Tuesday at the Dundas Valley Golf and Curling Club at 11:30 am.

Greener Side

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST

Is your business environmentally conscious? If you are interested in meeting other business owners who are like minded, contact Lisa at 905-627-8427. Greener Side breakfast group meets twice a month at Dundas Valley Montessori.