Green Mail - September 16, 2025
Green Mail - September 16, 2025Register for the upcoming talk with CIBC Economist Andrew GranthamSeptember BA5 heads to Abode Home ComfortWe're headed to Japan for our next Chamber trip!Read the Green Mail.
Impact Awards 2026 - Nominations are Open!
Who Will YOU Nominate? We want YOUR nominations for the 2026 Impact Awards.Who do you think are the most deserving businesses, organizations and individuals in our community? Deadline: Nov. 16, 2025 Circle of Excellence Award — https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CircleofExcellenceAward2026This honour recognizes a business, service organization and/or individual who has made significant, all-encompassing and historic contributions serving St. Thomas, Central Elgin and/or Southwold. The recipient is a true
Michaela Meanders: Highlighting Community Businesses
Our summer student Michaela may have gone back to school, but you can still check out her project to highlight small businesses, "Michaela Meanders"! Originally posted on Facebook, now you can flip through all her articles in book form. And if you're one of the businesses she interviewed this summer, look out for a copy of the book coming your way.Check out Michaela Meanders.
Green Mail - September 9, 2025
Green Mail - September 9, 2025 Join the upcoming talk with CIBC Economist Andrew GranthamSeptember BA5 heads to Abode Home ComfortCheck out our Member-to-Member Hot Deals!Click here.
Welcome New Member: Acera Insurance
Acera InsuranceSt. Thomas, ONPhone: 519-636-8308Email:crystal.kaustinen@acera.caWebsite:acera.ca/Contact: Crystal Kaustinen, Client ExecutiveBuyer’s Guide Categories: Insurance ServicesProducts & Services: As the largest independent, employee-controlled brokerage in Canada, Acera Insurance provides their clients with the utmost certainty in the specialized personal insurance, commercial insurance and group benefits solutions.
Welcome New Member - Exteria Brite
Exteria BriteSt. Thomas, ONPhone: 226-926-7369Email:info@exteriabrite.comWebsite:www.exteriabrite.comContact: Mark Borecki, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Cleaning Services; Janitorial ServicesProducts & Services: Trust Exteria Brite for superior cleaning solutions in your commercial office, medical clinic, retail store, or automobile dealership. Their 25 years of experience in medical-grade cleaning translates to a higher standard of cleanliness for all their clients.
MP & MPP Luncheon 2025 - video
On July 28, 2025, we hosted our annual MP & MPP Luncheon with Elgin-St. Thomas-London MP Andrew Lawton and Elgin-Middlesex-London MPP Rob Flack. Watch the video of their remarks and our Q&A session.MP & MPP Luncheon 2025 - Rogers tv St. Thomas
Green Mail - September 2, 2025
September 2, 2025 Green MailYou're Invited to Hear CIBC Economist Andrew Grantham. Book Your Ad in Our Fav Things! Only 6 Spots Left @ JUMBO BA5.Read more.
Green Mail - August 26, 2025
August 26, 2025 Green MailBook a Table at the JUMBO BA5.Learn about OCC's Seeding Digital Skills Program for Food/Beverage & Farming Businesses.Read more.
Green Mail - August 19, 2025
August 19, 2025 Green MailRead OCC: A Way Forward Part III. Tomorrow is the August BA5 @ The Clearing. Under 40? Join the YEI MeetUp on Thursday.Read more.
Green Mail - August 12, 2025
August 12, 2025 Green MailComplete Our Member Survey. Young Entrepreneurs - Join Our Next MeetUp! It's the All Hands On Deck Food Drive Aug. 14th.Read more.
Green Mail - August 5, 2025
August 5, 2025 Green Mail CCC's Response to the 35% US Tariffs.BA5 @ The Clearing on Aug. 20.Vendors Wanted for the Health Hut Wellness Expo.Read more.
Green Mail - July 29, 2025
July 29, 2025 Green MailLearn About the $800M Business Accelerator Loan Program. Save with 11 Rail City Perks! August BA5 Heads to The Clearing.Read more.
Green Mail - July 22, 2025
July 22, 2025 Green MailThe Economic Impact of TikTok in Canada. Still Time to Register for Sunday's Picnic! Aug. 21st is the YEI Summer Bash!Read more.
Green Mail - July 15, 2025
July 15, 2025 Green Mail CCC: Our Statement on Bill C-5.Join our FREE Chamber Picnic - register today!Take the Elgin County Survey.Read more.
Welcome New Member - Doyle Prendergast
Doyle Prendergast*Coming Soon to St. Thomas, ON Phone: 519-773-3105Email: dirwin@doyleandprendergast.comWebsite: prendergast-law.comContact: Albert Lin, PartnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: LawyersProducts & Services: At Prendergast Law, they assist clients with a wide array of matters including Estate Planning, Probate, Estate & Trust Administration, Elder Law, Medicaid and Long-Term Care Planning, Post-Divorce Estate Planning, Guardianships, Veterans Benefits, and Estate & Fiduciary Litigation.Since 2007,
Welcome New Member: eSafety First Canada
eSafetyFirst Canada330 Av Avro Pointe-Claire, Quebec, QCPhone: (866) 470-7740Email: chambers@zipsprout.comWebsite: https://esafetyfirst.comContact: Ellen SartinBuyer’s Guide Categories: Online safety training, WHIMISProducts & Services: eSafetyFirst Canada is a company founded in 2018 by Cosmin Rebegila, and it's now one of Canada's leading providers of online occupational health and safety training and services.
Welcome New Member: The Craft Hive
The Craft Hive120 Wellington Street, St. Thomas, ONPhone: 519-633-4004Email:info@thecrafthive.caWebsite:thecrafthive.caContact: Isabelle Nethercott, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Arts & Crafts; Hobbies & Crafts - RetailProducts & Services:The Craft Hive is a small family-run shop located in St. Thomas, offering art, craft, scrapbooking and needlecraft supplies, as well as a gift shop featuring local artisans. They also host classes and workshops.
Green Mail - July 8, 2025
July 8, 2025 Green Mail Business After 5 is Tomorrow (a week early!)Have you registered for the Picnic?Take the new survey from Elgin County.Read more.
Green Mail - July 2, 2025
July 2, 2025 Green MailIt's a Pop Up Building Capacity Event - July 10! Register for the Chamber Picnic! Submit Questions for the MP & MPP.Click here to read more.
Green Mail - June 24, 2025
June 24, 2025 Green Mail Members - Have you registered for the Picnic?Our July BA5 is a week early.Send us questions for the MP & MPP Luncheon.Click here.
Green Mail - June 17, 2025
June 17, 2025 Green MailOCC CEO Visits St. Thomas. Tomorrow is our June BA5 @ ECRM. Members! Have you registered for the Chamber Family Picnic?Read more.
Welcome New Member - Lazar Law Firm
Lazar Law Firm200 Queens Avenue, Suite 615, London, ON Phone: 519-601-9010Email:reception@lazarlaw.caWebsite:www.lazarlaw.caContact: Katelyn AndersenBuyer’s Guide Categories: Lawyers; Paralegal ServicesProducts & Services: Lazar Law Firm, a community law firm, provides legal services in the areas of real estate, business, wills and estates, family law, immigration, and paralegal services. They serve London, Windsor, Kitchener and surrounding areas.
Welcome New Member - Dayna's Embroidery
Dayna’s EmbroiderySt. Thomas, ON Phone: 226-234-9747Email:hello@daynas.caWebsite:www.daynas.caContact: Dayna Knight, Owner/OperatorBuyer’s Guide Categories: EmbroideryProducts & Services: Dayna’s Embroidery is a custom embroidery business based in St. Thomas, specializing in high-quality personalized apparel and accessories. They create everything from custom patches to branded uniforms, hats, hoodies, jackets, and more—without any minimum order requirements. Whether serving small businesses, community
Welcome New Member - LifestyleRx
LifestyleRxSt. Thomas, ON Phone: 226-784-7824Email:dan@lifestylerx.comWebsite:lifestylerx.ioContact: Dan Pfingstgraef, Co-founder & CTOBuyer’s Guide Categories: Health Care ServicesProducts & Services: LifestyleRx delivers provincially-covered virtual care for Type 2 Diabetes reversal. Their doctors guide patients through lifestyle changes to reverse the underlying process of diabetes. Anyone with provincial health coverage can attend for free.
Green Mail - June 3, 2025
June 3, 2025 Green MailThis Week - YEI is headed to The Court House - still time to register! June BA5 is June 18 @ ECRM. Read STPS Annual Report.Read more.
Green Mail - May 27, 2025
May 27, 2025 Green MailThis Thursday is the Spring Youth Market. OCC: Supporting Employees with Disabilities. Meet Our Summer Interns.Read more.
Welcome New Member - Klean N Go Inc.
Klean N Go Inc.St. Thomas, ON Phone: 548-888-2637Email:connect@kleanngo.caWebsite:kleanngo.caContact: Kenia HyltonBuyer’s Guide Categories: Cleaning ServicesProducts & Services: At Klean N Go Inc, they go beyond cleaning — they create calm, inviting spaces that nurture your well-being. Rooted in sustainability and attention to detail, their service brings more than just a spotless space; they deliver peace of mind and a sense of balance to your busy life.
Welcome New Member - Streamline Plumbing
Streamline PlumbingUnion, ON Phone: 519-617-8200Email:info@streamlineplumbing.caWebsite:www.streamlineplumbing.caContact: Remt Kennema, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Plumbing & Heating Services/SuppliesProducts & Services: Streamline Plumbing is a family-owned and operated plumbing business, founded in 2021. Their goal is to provide high quality, professional plumbing and outstanding customer service. Remt Kennema is a Red Seal licensed plumber with over 14 years trade experience. He has extensive
Welcome New Member - Obsidian AI Labs Inc.
Obsidian AI Labs Inc.St. Thomas, ON Phone: 519-851-7002Email:brandon@obsidianailabs.caWebsite:obsidianailabs.caContact: Brandon Dietz, FounderBuyer’s Guide Categories: Information Technology ServicesProducts & Services: Obsidian AI Labs Inc. offer business automation services that help with websites, booking tools, and AI-powered automations handling client communication and follow-ups for you. Streamline your workflow, save time, and boost profits!
Welcome New Member - Techwillow Inc.
Techwillow Inc.11617 Elliott Road, Bayham, ON Phone: 647-250-1223Email:anushadsouza@techwillow.caWebsite:techwillow.caContact: Anusha Dsouza, CEOBuyer’s Guide Categories: Education; Computers-TrainingProducts & Services: Techwillow Inc. offers certified STEM courses and expert tutoring, with personalized online and in-person certified courses in STEM, Coding, AI, Game Design and more.They believe that every student is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to education. They take the time to get
Green Mail - May 20, 2025
Green Mail: May 20, 2025 Tomorrow-Business After 5! Read OCC's Ontario Budget Submission. Don't miss the Spring Youth Market on May 29. Read more.
Welcome New Member - Misneach Integrative Health Studio
Misneach Integrative Health Studio9664 Belmont Road, St. Thomas, ON Phone: 519-619-8127Email:misneachihs@gmail.comWebsite:misneach-his.caContact: Becky Simons, Owner/PractionerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Holistic Health Services; FitnessProducts & Services: Misneach (Gaelic word meaning courage) was constructed with a well thought out approach into finding that one place that has the ability to be able to guide, support, give knowledge, tools and awareness to help each person through their journey to better
Welcome New Member - Oracle RMS Insurance
Oracle RMS Insurance1001 Adelaide Street North, Unit 202, London, ON Phone: 226-667-3353Email:abajaj@oraclerms.comWebsite:www.oraclerms.comContact: Abhinav Bajaj, Managing PartnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Insurance ServicesProducts & Services: At Oracle RMS, they specialize in tailoring a plan around you and your specific needs. While one-size-fits-all policies may be effective for some other insurance providers, they see you as much more than just a policy number. They understand that your business is
Welcome New Member - Nancy Lawrence Consulting
Nancy Lawrence ConsultingSt. Thomas, ON Phone: 226-219-6053Email:info@nancylawrenceconsulting.comWebsite:nancylawrenceconsulting.comContact: Nancy Lawrence, Founder and Lead StrategistBuyer’s Guide Categories: Consulting; Fitness; Holistic Health ServicesProducts & Services: For nearly 30 years, Nancy Lawrence has dedicated her career to the health care sector, with a strong focus on acute care hospitals. Throughout her various roles in corporate communications, patient experience, risk management, ethics,
Welcome New Member - Buchanan Law
Buchanan LawSt. Thomas, ON Phone: 289-309-9693Email:jim@buchananlaw.caWebsite:www.buchananlaw.caContact: Jim Buchanan, Principal LawyerBuyer’s Guide Categories: LawyersProducts & Services: Buchanan Law specializes in Criminal and Regulatory Defence, proudly serving clients in London and the surrounding areas. The firm handles a wide range of criminal charges and regulatory offences and also offers document notarization and commissioning services.Following his call to the bar, Jim Buchanan established a
Welcome New Member - Bizcode Technology
Bizcode TechnologyEden, ON Phone: 226-970-4980Email:info@bizcodetech.caWebsite:www.bizcodetech.caContact: Muhammed Khan, DirectorBuyer’s Guide Categories: Business Advisory Services; Information Technology ServicesProducts & Services: BizCode Technology is a Canada-based consulting firm specializing in business automation and workflow optimization. They help companies streamline their operations by implementing customized solutions powered by monday.com — one of the world’s leading work operating systems.
Welcome New Member - Jumbo Plumbing
Jumbo Plumbing36 St. Catherines Street, St. Thomas, ON Phone: 226-970-5572Email:service@jumboplumbing.caWebsite:www.jumboplumbing.caContact: George Palmer, Business DevelopmentBuyer’s Guide Categories: Plumbing & Heating Services/Supplies; Water HeatersProducts & Services: Jumbo Plumbing is a dedicated residential plumbing service provider offering same-day professional solutions. Their mission is to ensure prompt and reliable services while building lasting trust with their valued customers. They provide
Welcome New Member - Railway City Angel Gowns
Railway City Angel GownsSt. Thomas, ON Phone: 519-207-0661Email:railwaycityangelgowns@gmail.comContact: Paola Bucco Docherty, Co-LeadBuyer’s Guide Categories: Community Services; Funeral HomesProducts & Services: Railway City Angel Gowns is committed to creating beautiful burial gowns for infants. The gowns are lovingly handcrafted by volunteers, with the fabric coming from generously donated wedding gowns. Their mission is the provide comfort and support to grieving families during their most profound time
Welcome New Member - Rinker Materials
Rinker Materials2099 Roseville Road, Cambridge, ON Phone: 519-796-3012Email:bernie.beaudin@rinkerpipe.comWebsite:www.rinkerpipe.comContact: Bernie Beaudin, Sales ManagerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Construction Equipment & ContractorsProducts & Services: Rinker Materials is a trusted concrete pipe and precast manufacturer, supplying durable products for local municipalities, engineers, and contractors to support stormwater, sanitary sewer, and transportation infrastructure projects.
Welcome New Member - The Collective at New Sarum
The Collective at New Sarum9528 Belmont Road, St. Thomas, ON Phone: 519-619-0051Email:contact@thecollective-newsarum.caWebsite:thecollective-newsarum.caContact: Amanda Drenth, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Artists & Galleries; Arts & Crafts; Banquet, Event, Meeting Spaces & HallsProducts & Services: The Collective at New Sarum is a local Mercantile with over 40 small artisans / producers / businesses, and creative workshop and studio spaces.
Green Mail - May 6, 2025
May 6, 2025 Green MailThis Thursday is the Rail City Perks Launch Party! Watch the CCC's Latest Podcast. Check out Fanshawe's Summer Courses.Read more.
Green Mail - April 29, 2025
April 29, 2025 Green Mail Impact Awards 2025 - Our Full Album!Rail City Perks Party - Mark the Date!Only 2 Golf Foursomes Left.Read more.
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Impact Awards 2025 - Photo Album
What a Night! Last Friday evening, we came together to celebrate our incredible business community. We recognized 21 outstanding finalists, announced seven winners, and enjoyed delicious food from local favorites. We also had the pleasure of hearing from Kris Pearn of Sony Animation Studios, who captivated us with stories from his career in the world of animation. Check out our photo album to relive all the fun from the evening!
Welcome New Member - Zelinka Priamo Ltd.
Zelinka Priamo Ltd.318 Wellington Road, London, ON Phone: 519-80-6737Email:matt.c@zpplan.comWebsite:www.zpplan.comContact: Matt Campbell, PartnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Land Use PlannersProducts & Services: Zelinka Priamo Ltd. specializes in all facets of land use planning, including community planning, urban design, land division, due diligence, project mangement, and development planning. From site design through the construction of a project, they have the talent and experience to help you realize
Welcome New Member - Pinkal Medical Aesthetics
Pinkal Medical Aesthetics781 Richmond Street, London, ON Phone: 519-694-8991Email:pinkalsocialmedia@gmail.comWebsite:www.pinkalhealth.comContact: Pinkal Gandhi, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Aesthetics; Health Care Services; Medical ServicesProducts & Services: Pinkal Medical Aesthetics specializes in advanced dermatology and aesthetic treatments, combining professional nursing expertise with cutting-edge technology. Their services include nursing foot care, nail fungus treatment (TOEFx), acne solutions,
Welcome New Member - The Healing Pathway
The Healing Pathway28 Symphony Court, St. Thomas, ON Phone: 519-854-0564Email:thpdoug@gmail.comWebsite:thehealingpathway.caContact: Doug Manners, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Holistic Health Services; Massage TherapyProducts & Services: The Healing Pathway is a very beneficial service in today’s hectic world. They offer supportive and holistic touch therapies to help people re-connect to their essential self, to activate their innate ability to heal and to relax while giving them the gift of doing
Green Mail - April 22, 2025
April 22, 2025 Green MailImpact Awards is this Friday!Read OCC's A Way Forward.Join us May 8 for the Rail City Perks Launch Party.Read more.
Welcome New Member - Century 21 First Canadian Corp. Brokerage - Susan Tanton, Broker
Century 21 First Canadian Corp. Brokerage – Susan E. Tanton, Broker420 York Street, London, ON Phone: 519-777-3999Email:susanetanton@gmail.comWebsite:portstanleyproperties.comContact: Susan E. Tanton, BrokerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Real Estate-Commercial; Real Estate ServicesProducts & Services: Susan E. Tanton is a local Real Estate Broker serving areas south of London, Elgin County, St. Thomas, Central Elgin, and Port Stanley, as well as all the port towns along the Lake Erie shoreline from Essex County
Welcome New Member - Robert Abaliwano IT Consulting
Robert Abaliwano IT Consulting Inc.46 Sydenham Street East, Aylmer, ON Phone: 647-405-6641Email:rkabaliwano@gmail.comWebsite:www.raicitconsulting.caContact: Robert Abaliwano, OwnerBuyer’s Guide Categories: Business Advisory Services; Business Information Services; Consulting; Information Technology ServicesProducts & Services: At RAIC IT Consulting, they are passionate about helping businesses navigate the complexities of technology to drive success. As an IT Business Analysis Consulting firm, they
Green Mail - April 15, 2025
April 15, 2025 Green MailBA5 Tomorrow heads to Port Stanley. OCC Webinar: Sanctions 101 - register today. Happy 70th to Canadale Nurseries!Read more.
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Welcome New Member: HomeReady Pros
HomeReady Pros39944 Talbot Line, St. Thomas, ON Phone: 226-688-7672Email:jwest@streetcityrealty.comWebsite:www.homereadypros.caContact: Jeff West, CEOBuyer’s Guide Categories: Trade Services; Real Estate, Moving & StorageProducts & Services: HomeReady Pros offers homeowners easy access to multiple local service providers in one convenient location. With HomeReady Pros, you can quickly find, compare, and connect with the right professionals to get the job done.Are You a Trade Professional? They welcome
Green Mail - April 8, 2025
April 8, 2025 Green MailThis Thursday: Meet & Greet the Candidates. Have you joined Rail City Perks? Celebrate Impact Awards with Us on April 25!Read more.
Green Mail - April 1, 2025
April 1, 2025 Green MailFed. All-Candidate Meet & Greet - Apr. 10. Only 3 Weeks Till Impact Awards. Read Ontario's Prosperity, Canada's Progress.Read more.
Green Mail - March 25, 2025
March 25, 2025 Green MailRead CCC's Policy Matters. Register for Practical AI Tools. A few spots left in Members' Golf Day. Hospice Announcement.Read more.
Welcome New Member - The Court House
The Court House115 Dennis Road, Unit #1, St. Thomas, ON Phone: 226-927-1286Email:info@courthousepickleball.caWebsite:www.courthousepickleball.caContact: Jamee ShawBuyer’s Guide Categories: Sports, Recreation & FitnessProducts & Services: The Court House is St. Thomas' premier indoor pickleball facility. They feature six professional-grade pickleball courts and a fully-equipped bar & lounge. Book a court with friends, join their pickleball league, or sign up for open play, tournaments, or lessons - no
Welcome New Member - Royal LePage JacQuie Sullivan
Royal LePage JacQuie SullivanSt. Thomas, ON Phone: 647-239-1010Email: jacquie@calljacquie.comWebsite:www.calljacquie.comContact: JacQuie Sullivan, Real Estate ProfessionalBuyer’s Guide Categories: Real Estate ServicesProducts & Services: Buying or selling a home is a big decision - you need an experienced professional to guide you through the process. When you work with JacQuie Sullivan from Royal LePage, you can count on personal, attentive, patient service, excellent knowledge of the area, great
Welcome New Member - Rail City Perks
Rail City PerksLondon, ON Phone: 226-926-8479Email:jessica@railcityperks.comWebsite:www.railcityperks.comContact: Jessica Roberts, Business DevelopmentBuyer’s Guide Categories: Advertising/Promotion/Marketing; Computers-Custom Programming; Promotional ProductsProducts & Services: Rail City Perks is a powerful marketing tool designed to help St. Thomas businesses attract new customers and increase sales. By joining the platform, businesses can offer exclusive deals to local shoppers, boosting foot traffic
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We offer upgraded "Enhanced Memberships" to help you feature and share more information about your business or organization. Enhanced Memberships offer these extras: Your business is featured at the top of the Category Searches (alphabetically with other Enhanced Members).More detailed "About Us" descriptions.5 x "Highlights" with clickable links to your specific website pages.A Photo Album of your products, services, events, employees, etc. It's only $60 + hst / year, added to your regular
Our Favourite Things 2024!
It's the most wonderful time of year...It's Our Favourite Things 2024 - your guide to shopping local! Have a browse through this year's edition of our shop local guide featuring almost 100 different local shops and businesses. And maybe you'll see a familiar face or two!Read Our Favourite Things!
Green Mail #44 - October 29, 2024
Green Mail #44 - Oct. 29, 2024Share Your Views with OCC.Last Chance for a Fa La La Toque!Light Up Talbot is Nov. 15 - Join us @ Hepburn Parkette.Click here to read.
Green Mail: February 1, 2022
In our February 1st edition of Green Mail, read the Canadian Chamber's article "Canada Digital Adoption Program: Take Your SME to the Next Level". Register for the Mayors' Happy Hour on February 22nd. And don't forget to complete our survey to WIN!Click here for the details.
A Few of Our Favourite Things!
The St. Thomas & District Chamber of Commerce, with the generous support of the Elgin/St. Thomas Small Business Enterprise Centre, is launching our first-ever Christmas Catalogue. Titled “A Few of Our Favourite Things” our online guide makes shopping local this holiday season easy. Featuring five local couples/families at their homes surrounded by amazing local wares of all price points, the overall message we want to share is simple. We encourage everyone in the community to pour their heart
