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NOMA and Thunder Bay Chamber condemn U.S. decision to raise softwood lumber duties, threatening Northern communities and jobs
The Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) and the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce are expressing deep concern following the U.S. Department of Commerce’s decision on Friday to significantly increase anti-dumping duties on Canadian softwood lumber to 20.56%.
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Supporting economic growth in Northern Ontario by addressing exclusions in program eligibility for PGWP and focusing on rural labour needs
Letter to Prime Minister Trudeau and Minister Miller to express our urgent concerns regarding the recent reforms to the Post-Grad Work Permit (PGWP) program, which poses a significant threat to our economy and the vitality of our workforce.
Enhance Cellular Development in Rural, Remote, and Last-Mile Areas
By investing in cellular networks, Canada can stimulate economic progress in rural and First Nations regions, enhance the resiliency of the national supply chain, and spur industry growth.
Provide a funding model for the Rural Immigration Program
Resolution to the 2024 Canadian Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting & Convention
International Student Cap Will Impact Economic Growth
In a letter to the federal Minister of Immigration, the Chamber and Thunder Bay CEDC request an exemption to the international student cap.
Support Letter for Housing Accelerator Fund Application
The Chamber and Thunder Bay CEDC submitted a joint letter that outlines our support for the City of Thunder Bay’s application to the Housing Accelerator Fund which requests $45.6 million to support the development of 2,113 dwelling units, including both affordable and missing middle housing options, over the next three years.