Dundas Star News: Business

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.

Auto Shop opens for Driving Divas

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:00:00 EST

Between 65 and 80 per cent of all car maintenance errands are carried out by women. That means oil changes, detailing and even major repairs are either dropped off or picked up by women. But how many women feel comfortable in an auto shop or understand the language associated with car repairs.

Chapman Books closes its doors

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST

After 32 years as a local bookstore owner, Joanna Chapman is starting a new chapter in her life.

Hair today...and for another 34 years

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST

Tasos Zacharia hopes grandson Jake remains a cut above the competition.

Losani Homes one of Canada's best managed companies

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST

Privately held, family-run business, Losani Homes is one of the recipients of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies for 2007. Established in 1993, the prize represents Canada's most prestigious business awards program, recognizing excellence in Canadian-owned and managed companies with revenues exceeding $10 million.

Diversity business forum

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:00:00 EST

Hamilton's Centre for Civic Inclusion is hosting its second business forum focusing on Diversity - Benefits and Challenges.

Wild Waterworks facility all set for 25th anniversary makeover

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:00:00 EST

Taking the plunge at Wild Waterworks will cost about $2 more this summer, but you'll also get more splash for your buck.

Skills training program bolstered by infusion of provincial dollars

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 EST

Ontario will need at least 85,000 skilled workers by 2015.

DayNight: A prescription for success

Fri, 04 Jan 2008 00:00:00 EST

Hilton Silberg is going to slow down a bit, but clearly, he has no plans to retire.

CruiseShipCenters joins forces with Expedia

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 00:00:00 EST

On-line travel company Expedia Inc. and cruise vacation specialist CruiseShipCenters International have combined forces to form an alliance.

Starward marks historic milestone

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 EST

Starward Homes, a pioneer in building homes and communities in Hamilton and Burlington, marked more than a century of business success last week at LIUNA Station, where family, associates and friends gathered to reflect on four generations of home builders and looked forward to the century ahead.

BMO expands to Ancaster

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 EST

BMO Bank of Montreal has opened the doors to a new $1.5-million branch -- its first retail branch location in Ancaster. The branch is located at 737 Golf Links Rd. in the Meadowlands Power Centre.

Businesses must take risk to reduce dire unemployment rates

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 00:00:00 EST

Hamilton's business community has to start hiring more immigrant workers to reverse a disturbing trend of dire unemployment rates for the city's non-Canadian-born workers, says a McMaster University professor.

International Marketplace creates economic freedom

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 00:00:00 EST

Holiday shopping at the International Marketplace can create economic freedom for immigrant women in the community. When you purchase their handcrafted products, you are boosting their entrepreneurial confidence and you are leading them towards economic independence.

Entrepreneur enters Dragon's Den

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 00:00:00 EST

He didn't seal the deal for the Dragons, but Dave Hachey's appearance on a CBC reality show helped grow his business.

Economic impact of retirement facility difficult to predict

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 00:00:00 EST

Amica at Dundas, a 136-unit rental retirement community which has been taking shape over several months, will be one of Dundas' top employers when it opens in six months.

BIA community lifestyle event showcases health and wellness

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 00:00:00 EST

While still a relative newcomer to the Dundas business community, Kim Adams recognized that her colleagues in Downtown Dundas were doing more than just operating a store or service.