GTA HotNews
May 2006
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A publication of the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance,
the GTA HotNews is an e-Newsletter designed
to keep you current on the GTMA’s programs
and initiatives. It also promotes the activities and regional
economic development efforts of our public and private sector
partners. The Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance is a multi-faceted,
collaborative effort, and the GTA HotNews
is one way for us to communicate our shared accomplishments
and to encourage involvement and participation in our mandate.
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GTMA 8th Annual General Meeting & Luncheon Co-hosted by the City of Mississauga, May 25
On Thursday, May 25 the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance is pleased to be co-hosting with the City of Mississauga our 8th Annual General Meeting and Luncheon event at the Red Rose Convention Centre, 1233 Derry Road East, Mississauga.
We’re delighted to be presenting John Kaldeway, President & CEO, Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) as the luncheon guest speaker. As Canada’s busiest airport, Pearson International welcomes over 30 million passengers annually and contributes to the region’s economy by facilitating more than $14 billion in annual revenue for local businesses. The GTAA is nearing the end of an ambitious 10-year $4.4 billion Airport Redevelopment program, and we welcome the opportunity to hear from Mr. Kaldeway on PEARSON INTERNATIONAL—NORTH AMERICAN AIRPORT OF CHOICE.
Mr. Kaldeway will outline how the GTAA, framed by the development of premier airport facilities and services to meet future air travel demands, its strategic location on the North American continent and the growing role in global trade, finance and commerce, has positioned itself to deliver the North American airport of choice.
Additional Information and Registration
Supporting Sponsors:
Brampton Board of Trade, Mississauga Board of Trade, Mississauga Technology Association and Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce.
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Join the GTMA in New York City at the Intelligent Community Forum’s Conference: Building the Broadband Economy, June 8 and 9
Join the many companies and organizations from the Greater Toronto Area who will be attending this gathering in New York City on Thursday and Friday, June 8 and 9. James Balsillie, Chairman, Research in Motion will be among the keynote speakers. An intensive view of each of the Top 7 Intelligent Communities will be presented. Meet successful communities, their leaders and the organizations that made it possible. The conference will take place in Brooklyn, using the facilities of Polytechnic University and the nearby Marriott Brooklyn Bridge hotel. Click here to register
In addition to the ICF Conference, join the GTMA by spending the day prior, June 7, meeting ICT and ICT-enabled companies and organizations in NYC interested in investing in the GTA. These may also be companies potentially interested in partnerships, JVs and related opportunities. Target companies and organizations include financial services, entertainment and media, publishing, outsourcing and software. For more information on the program on June 7 or to sign up for this additional opportunity to meet companies and explore opportunities, please contact John Jung at jjung@greatertoronto.org or 416-360-6701.
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GTMA Targets “Downunder” for Business and Investment Mission, May 8-17
The Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance will be taking an impressive senior level business and investment attraction mission to Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane from May 8-17. The group of 25 business, institutions and governmental representatives will follow-up with the companies and organizations that the GTMA hosted in the Toronto area last October, as well as meet with IT companies and related industry associations in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. The group will also visit the waterfronts in these cities to learn how we may be able to apply their knowledge and expertise in our waterfronts across the GTA. Burlington Mayor, Robert MacIsaac, a member of the GTMA’s Board, will lead the mission joined by Oshawa Mayor, John Gray, and Toronto City Councillor, Gloria Lindsay Luby, the head of the City’s Economic Development Committee and Chair of ICT Toronto. Included in the delegation will be the Dean of Business and Information Technology at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology and GTMA Board member, Dr. Bernadette Schell; the President and CEO of the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Corporation, John Campbell; the Chief Planner for the City of Toronto, Ted Tyndorf; the Chairman of the Toronto Board of Trade’s Waterfront Task Force; and Senior Partner at Gowlings, Bob Onyschuk; and many other representatives including representation from Bell Canada, UOIT, Minto Urban Communities, Wittington Properties, Reimer Construction, Mayrose-Tycon, City of Burlington, High Peak Leasehold, Stantec, Concord Adex, Warren Communications, among others. The GTMA will be represented by Karen Campbell, President and CEO; Gerry Pisarzowski, VP, Business Development and John Jung, VP, International Marketing. Thanks to the Mission Sponsors: Air Canada, Gowlings, Canadian Consulate in Sydney and the Government of Canada (ITCan).
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Karen Campbell Appointed Associate Director of CoreNet Global
At CoreNet Global’s annual business session held during the Spring Summit in Philadelphia, GTMA President & CEO, Karen Campbell, was appointed as an Associate Director on the Board of Directors. She will serve a one-year term beginning April 27, 2006. CoreNet Global is the world’s leading professional association for corporate real estate executives. Headquartered in Atlanta, CoreNet Global has 7,500 members worldwide and operates in five regions: Asia, Australia, Europe, Latin America and North America.
“It’s a great honour to be chosen as the only Canadian to serve on this prestigious board,” said Karen Campbell. “It’s also an incredible opportunity to get to know U.S. site selectors and corporate real estate executives from global corporations such as Cisco Systems, Johnson Controls, Oracle and United Technologies.”
Karen has been a member of CoreNet Global since 1987 and has previously served on the Executive Committee of CoreNet’s Toronto Chapter. She was also an active member of the Organizing Committee for the CoreNet Spring Summit, which was held in Toronto in 2005.
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GTMA Profiled in Italian Chamber of Commerce Partners Magazine
GTMA President & CEO, Karen Campbell, was interviewed about the GTMA for an article that appeared in the Spring issue of Partners Magazine. The interview discussed how the GTMA markets the GTA internationally and ways that the GTMA can help foreign companies get established in the GTA. In the article, Karen pointed out the strong ethnic ties in the GTA to cultures around the world, as a resource that can be developed by working with chambers of commerce based in Toronto and abroad. “We want to form relations with bi-lateral associations, like the Italian Chamber, the Indo-Canadian Chamber and others, so that companies that are interested in doing international business can tap into a wider network of international contacts and leads.” Partners Magazine is published by the Italian Chamber of Commerce of Toronto and is distributed to the Chamber network across Canada and internationally. To read the full article, click on PARTNERS MAGAZINE.
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GTMA Post India Mission Briefing Seminar Draws Interested Crowd, April 7
On April 7th, it was standing room only at Ryerson University for the GTMA’s Post India Mission Briefing Seminar--“Indian Companies Are Going Global! Innovative Approaches to Attracting Foreign Direct Investment to the GTA.” The seminar provided an opportunity to hear from several key delegates from the February India Mission on their views and experiences regarding Ontario’s relations with India, India’s FDI opportunities for the GTA and India’s Challenge to Ontario.
Over 90 attendees were welcomed to the session by GTMA Chair, David Gavsie and Dr. Sheldon Levy, President of Ryerson. Minister of Economic Development & Trade, Joseph Cordiano was joined by Mississauga Mayor Hazel McCallion (GTMA India Mission Leader) and David Ticoll, CEO of Convergent Strategies, in providing their insights on this dynamic marketplace. The presentations discussed strategies for going forward including opportunities for GTA businesses in the areas of infrastructure development, technology, financial services and joint ventures with India companies.
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GTMA and York Technology Association Presented the GTA Launch of the Branham 300--Canada’s TOP 300 Technology Companies, April 20
The GTMA was pleased to have partnered with the York Technology Association in hosting a breakfast presentation for the GTA Launch of the Branham 300. With over 40 percent of the TOP 100 Canadian technology companies and 90 percent of the TOP 25 multinational tech companies, the Greater Toronto Area continues to be one of the world’s technology hotspots. That’s the message delivered by Wayne Gudbranson, President & CEO, Branham Group Inc. to a capacity crowd of 185 business executives that attended the event held in Markham on April 20. View the Branham 300 Presentation
The GTMA thanks its event sponsor, SIEMENS Canada for their support.
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GTMA and the Italian Chamber of Commerce co-hosted the GTA Launch of the 2006 KPMG Competitive Alternatives Study, April 27
Toronto Mayor David Miller was the lead speaker at the GTA Launch of the 2006 KPMG Competitive Alternatives Study at a breakfast event on April 27th at the Toronto Board of Trade. The Mayor talked about how favourably Toronto ranked in terms of business costs compared to other major international cities in the study. He also emphasized the importance of other qualitative factors that contribute to a culture of creativity and innovation, which in turn attracts people and business investment to the region. Bruce Flexman, Canadian National Partner, Tax, from KPMG gave a more detailed presentation on the Canadian and Toronto results from the study. A panel of academics and business people had a lively discussion on “What’s Required to Maintain Canada’s and Toronto Region’s Global Top Ranking Among the G7?” The panel was moderated by Peter Donolo, Executive Vice President Strategic Counsel and included: Bernard Wolf, Professor of Economics & International Business, Schulich School of Business, York University; Michael Alexander, Author, “Competing Against America,” Gianni Creta, Chief Technology Officer, Globalive Company; and Bruce Flexman, KPMG LLP.
To view the 2006 KPMG Competitive Alternatives Study Presentation delivered by Bruce Flexman, click on KPMG PRESENTATION.
The GTMA appreciates the support provided by our Event Sponsor, Castlepoint Realty Partners Limited, our Venue Sponsor, the Toronto Board of Trade and Table Sponsors: City of Toronto, KPMG, TEDCO, urbanMetrics and Yfactor.
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GTMA
Gratefully Acknowledges Partnership Renewals
The on-going support and participation of the private sector is essential to the success of the GTMA. The GTMA gratefully acknowledges the following new and renewed corporate partners. We encourage you to consider using the products and services of the GTMA’s corporate partners. Click here for complete listing of GTMA Partner’s Resources and Services.
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New Partner
warren communications inc
Greg Warren is a senior communications consultant and president of Warren Communications, a firm primarily engaged in public policy initiatives related to innovation, economic and labour market development. Mr. Warren works with governments and private-public partnerships engaged in research and activities related to economic development. Mr. Warren served as a member of the Ontario Premier’s Council (1994 – 1995) and since then has remained active in major studies and private-public initiatives related to information, communications and bio technologies.
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CONTACT:
Greg Warren
President
Warren Communications Inc.
3-1750 The Queensway
Suite 535
Toronto, ON Canada M9C 5H5
T: 905-278-1124
F: 905-891-5128
gwarren@warren-
communications.com
http://warren-
communications.com
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Renewed Partner
Mintz & Partners LLP chartered accountants, tax consultants and business advisors. We're focused on one thing: to be the leading provider of innovative advice to entrepreneurs. Through our affiliation with Collins Barrow Canada, we have offices across the country, making us a Toronto-based firm with national and international capabilities. We are also an active member of Moores Rowland International, an international affiliation made up of the world's leading independent accounting firms.
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CONTACT:
Allan Cheskes
Assurance & Advisory Partner
Mintz & Partners LLP
1 Concorde Gate, Suite 200
Toronto, ON Canada M3C 4G4
T: 416-644-4381
F: 416-644-4382
allan_cheskes@mintzca.com
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Toronto Financial Services Alliance Signs M.O.U. With London and Mumbai
The TFSA and its sister organization in London, England (International Financial Services, London) have just concluded a Memorandum of Understanding with Bombay First in Mumbai, India to promote economic and sectoral linkages between the three cities. The accord, which will be in force for an initial two years, was formalized on March 22 at the Bombay Cricket Club, with Gary Comerford, Sun Life Financial’s VP and GM India, signing on TFSA’s behalf. The three agencies have agreed to cooperate by promoting trade, business and the sharing of information, experiences and best practice in the area of financial and professional services.
For more information, contact Susan Viegas at the City of Toronto sviegas@toronto.ca.
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Destination Thailand: Invest in Success
The Thailand Board of Investment cordially invites you to attend a complimentary executive breakfast to learn about the latest incentives and reasons for investing in Thailand. Wednesday, May 17, 2006, 8:00 am - 10:00 am at the Fairmont Royal York, Toronto.
Thailand is one of the fastest growing nations for attracting foreign investment. Thailand is a Gateway to Asia, hub of ASEAN, offers social and political stability, a growing economy, sufficient infrastructure, FDI policies, government support and incentives, has long established and newly emerging industries, has a friendly and rich culture, and offers strong education and healthcare services. This event will provide a concise briefing on the industry outlook in 2006 and offer suggestions on how to establish and build business relationships with Thailand’s various manufacturers and suppliers.
Registration is free and available by contacting us via email at thailand@odellsimms.com or via phone at (703) 770-8058.
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The Italian Chamber of Commerce of Toronto 2006 Business Excellence Awards, May 18
On May 18th, the Italian Chamber of Commerce of Toronto will be recognizing prominent members of the Italo-Canadian community for business excellence at the 2006 Italian Chamber of Commerce of Toronto Business Excellence Awards (ICCT BEA), sponsored by Scotiabank. The BEA were established in 2003 to recognize and honour individuals in the business community who demonstrate excellence in their field, as well as to celebrate and showcase those individuals who have changed the landscape of the Greater Toronto Area, enhanced the economic structure of our environment and given a competitive edge to their business.
This year, the Chamber is delighted to announce that The Honourable Joseph Cordiano, Minister of Economic Development and Trade, will deliver the keynote address.
The BEA winners will be honoured at a dinner reception on Thursday, May 18, 2006 at the Paramount Event Venue, 222 Rowntree Dairy Road in Vaughan.
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Greater Toronto Area Contact Centre (GTACC) Committee Meeting
Come join us for an information-packed meeting and a great opportunity to meet your peers while networking within the industry! We are fortunate to have support from Contact Centre Canada. They will be sharing--"Impact of Offshoring, Technology and Regulations on Human Resources" by John O'Grady/Elizabeth Thorn. Elizabeth Winter from CPA will be doing an overview on "Absenteeism in the Workplace."
Tuesday, May 30th; 7:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Suite 4040, 161 Bay Street, BCE Place
For more information please contact Sangeeta Bhatnagar at 416-564-0399 or sbhatnagar@spherion.ca.
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Cybernomics Announces Support for Online Initiatives for Roots Canada
GTMA partner, Cybernomics Corporation, has provided support for online initiatives for Roots Canada during the last three Olympic Games. Cybernomics’ contribution included hosting Roots’ website, as well as providing image serving, e-mail direct marketing and specialized e-marketing tools. Roots required extra bandwidth to facilitate website access by the large amounts of users that attended the site every day. Daily traffic for the site increased to five times the average during the 2006 Games. “We needed an IT company with hosting abilities that could support a huge spike in demand on our servers during the Olympics, while providing a cost-effective solution that supports our day to day operations. Cybernomics was able to respond quickly to our needs and was able to adapt and respond as our requirements changed,” attests James Connell, Director of New Media and E-Commerce at Roots.
For more information, contact Kim Gardner at kim@cybernomics.net.
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YTA Bids Farewell to Administrative Director, Liz Bowell
Liz Bowell is leaving the York Technology Association after serving nine years as their Administrative Director. During her time with YTA, Liz had a tremendous impact on all of their operations and was a good friend and supporter of the GTMA. The GTMA wishes her well in her future endeavours. Effective May 1, 2006, the new Administrative Director is Vicki Wilhelm, formerly with the Markham Board of Trade. Please note the new change of address for YTA:
York Technology Association
5694 Highway 7 East, Suite 424
Markham, ON L3P 1B4
Phone: 905-294-9285
Fax: 905-294-9243
Toll -free 1-888-530-2437
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