Ancaster 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.

Chamber announces finalists for prestigious community awards

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Ancaster division of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists for the 2007 Citizen of the Year Award and the Youth Volunteer of the Year Award.

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.

Meeting planned to create new Ancaster BIA

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:00:00 EST

Efforts are underway to create a new Ancaster Business Improvement Area.

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.

Duff's Corners poised for new commercial development

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST

A big box electronics retailer, carpet outlet, dollar store, coffee shop and financial institution are expected during the next phase of commercial development at the corner of Highway 53 and Shaver Road.

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.

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.

Settlement and Immigration recognizes diversity employers

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 EST

Hamilton's Settlement and Integration Services Organization held its Annual Employer Recognition Event last month at the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce. A number of employers were recognized for making efforts to integrate diversity into their workforce, through creative recruitment, hiring and promotion of Internationally Trained Professionals and Tradespeople (ITPTs).

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.

Industrial park nearly complete

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 00:00:00 EST

Business is booming at the Ancaster Industrial Park.

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.

Hotel and office plan gets warmer reception

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 EST

A newly-redesigned Meadowlands hotel and office building got a warmer reception this week from the Ancaster planning sub-committee.

Jaguar XF marks 85th anniversary

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 00:00:00 EST

September 11 marked the 85th anniversary of Jaguar Cars, founded by Sir William Lyons in 1922 on his 21st birthday.