I have to admit, I’m not a big fan of Instagram but clearly, I’m wrong. About a billion people (serious stat, not hyperbole) use the platform every month. 500 million people use the platform’s stories feature every day. This year, Instagram is expected to reach 112 million users in the US alone and it’s the fastest growing social media platform in Canada. If your target demographic is under the age of 40, they likely have an Instagram account, which means you should probably be on there. (more…)
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EnAbling Change for Retailers: Make your Store Accessible
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As more than 50% of Canadians are affected with disabilities each day, retailers in Canada must ensure that their stores are meeting and exceeding the community’s needs.
(more…)Kawartha Chamber Launches Digital Main Street Service Squad
$35,000 Digital Main Street Grant to help main street businesses use digital tools more effectively.
January 14, 2020: Lakefield, Ontario. The Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism announced today that it has received a $35,000 grant from Digital Main Street (DMS) to fund a Digital Service Squad to help main street small businesses improve their online capabilities. The grant will cover businesses across the Kawarthas in Trent Lakes, North Kawartha, Curve Lake First Nation, Douro-Dummer, Selwyn and Asphodel-Norwood.
Kawartha Chamber Board & Committee Nominations Now Open
Are you looking to get more involved in the Chamber or your community? We are now accepting nominations for the Kawartha Chamber’s 2020/21 Board of Directors.
(more…)3 Ways to Get a Jump on 2020
2019 has flown by and we’re quickly approaching 2020. Even though the holidays are here and our minds may be on time off and events with friends and family, this is also a great time of year to assess what worked and what didn’t. Many of the people you do business with will be out of touch causing some frustrating log jams. If you find yourself in a place in your business where you can’t get a whole lot done, you can use the time to start making plans for the future.
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