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Digital Service Tax: A Threat to Productivity and Innovation
(TORONTO – June 21, 2024) – Today, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce’s (OCC) President and CEO, Daniel Tisch, released the...![An aerial view of a city at night.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/Toronto-at-Night-500x305.jpeg)
Ontario Chamber Reacts to Joint Statement on the National Housing Strategy
(Toronto – May 28, 2024) – Today, Daniel Tisch, President and CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC), released...![A woman holding up a sign that says sorry we are closed.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/MicrosoftTeams-image-93-scaled-e1697542843464-500x122.jpg)
Urgent Action Needed to Address Substance Abuse and Overdose Crisis
(Toronto – May 23, 2024) – Ontario faces an alarming projection: over 3,000 annual drug poisoning deaths for the fifth...![AGM 2024 Awards](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/AGM-2024-Awards-500x375.jpeg)
Celebrating Leaders Across Ontario’s Chamber Network
(Toronto – April 30, 2024) – The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) has proudly recognized outstanding leaders at its Chair’s Dinner,...![Close,Of,Up,Table,With,Equipment,In,Conference,Room.,3d](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/MicrosoftTeams-image-8-scaled-e1651669250359-500x230.jpg)
Ontario Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Board of Directors
(Toronto – April 29, 2024) – Today, Daniel Tisch, President and CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC), released...![Industrial,Technology,Concept.,Communication,Network.,Industry,4.0.,Factory,Automation.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1660696486-scaled-e1714078344379-500x201.jpg)
Ontario Chamber Welcomes Landmark Honda Investment, Emphasizes Critical Role of Northern Ontario
(Toronto – April 25, 2024) – Today, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce’s (OCC) President and CEO, Daniel Tisch, released the...Rapid Policy Updates
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2024 Federal Budget
On April 16, 2024, the Government of Canada released its 2024 Budget: Fairness for Every Generation. The following is a...![An ornate building with a clock in front of it.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/Webhero-RPU-2020-provincial-prebudget-e1660078012398-500x246.jpg)
2024 Provincial Budget
On March 26, 2024, the Government of Ontario released its 2024 Budget: Building a Better Ontario. The following is a...![A large building with a clock tower.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/Parliament-Buildings--500x333.png)
2023 Federal Budget
On March 28, 2023, the Government of Canada released its Budget: A Made-In-Canada Plan. The following is a summary of...![An ornate building with bushes in front of it.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/Advocacyseries-2022-e1677766350597-500x231.jpg)
2023 Ontario Budget
On March 23, 2023, the Government of Ontario released its Budget: Building a Strong Ontario. The following is a summary...![A large building with a flag in front of it.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/AdobeStock_128627673-small-fall-queenspark-1-500x312.jpg)
2022 Fall Economic Statement
On November 14, 2022, the Government of Ontario released its 2022 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review. The following is...![A large building with a flag in front of it.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/AdobeStock_128627673-small-fall-queenspark-500x312.jpg)
2022 Provincial Budget
On April 28, the Government of Ontario released its 2022 Budget: Ontario’s Plan to Build. Developing on previous commitments, Budget...Blogs
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Connectivity Amidst Complexity: The Urgency and Opportunity for International Collaboration
Written by Daniel Tisch, President and CEO, Ontario Chamber of Commerce As the world faces unprecedented challenges — including climate change,...![puro-image-1 (002)](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/puro-image-1-002-scaled-e1708612296692-500x197.jpg)
On the Road to Fleet Electrification in Ontario
Written by Cindy Bailey, Corporate Sustainability Officer at Purolator The transportation industry is experiencing a significant shift as electric vehicles (EVs)...![A woman typing on a laptop in front of a light bulb.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/Webhero-Tech-Adoption-500x150.jpg)
Youth Boost Helps Young People Prepare for Career Growth with Free Tools and Courses
If you’re like most business owners, you understand the value learning and experience have on personal growth. However, if you’re...![A small pond with rocks and a wooden bridge.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/pondscalstone-500x334.jpg)
Building a Climate Resilient Business with Partners in Project Green – Three Case Studies
Written by Julia Kole, Coordinator for Partners in Project Green. To better prepare for future climate change impacts, businesses must first...![A view of a city with tall buildings in the background.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/architecture-bridge-buildings-374018-500x333.jpg)
Canada Needs All Hands on Deck to Address The Housing Affordability Crisis
Written by Jimmy Jean, Chief Economist at Desjardins Group. Canada takes pride in its multiculturalism, universal healthcare, and commitment to human...![A man and woman are looking at a tablet in a restaurant.](https://occ.ca/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1824614864-small-e1687895563534-500x176.jpg)