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CrombieBonnieMississauga Councillor Ward 5www.bonniecrombie.ca

Tel.: 905-896-5500 Fax: 905-896-5463

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Celebrating AnotherSuccessful MississaugaSummitThe Mississauga summit is a grassroots

initiative driven by volunteers who arededicated to the well-being of our city andworking toward a common vision for thesustainability and vibrancy of our community.

Over the years, hundreds of Mississaugacitizens, business and community leaders,labour, not-for-profit organizations andgovernment representatives have dedicatedthousands of volunteer hours to come togetherto discuss common issues and create collectivesolutions. We were impressed to see that thisyear was another example of civic engagementbeing alive and well in Mississauga.

The 2011 Summit introduced fivebig ideas for Mississauga:

Building Mississaugas human servicesinfrastructure

Creating a post-secondary educationstrategy to complement our economicand human capital development

Waterfront development and environmentalsustainability

Cultivating Mississauga as a Centre ofExcellence for diversity and immigration

Creating quality jobs for short and long term

Since its inception, the summit has supported thework of the City and engaged City Council onan ongoing basis. We are proud to work witha group of such engaged community members.In November, Councillors unanimously passed

a motion requesting that staff prepare areport on how we can move forward withrecommendations from the summit.

I strongly believe Ward 5 can be a big partof these initiatives. There is so much roomfor growth and improvement, being a partof these big ideas can only serve to betterour community. I would especially like tosee Malton benefit from the neighbourhooddevelopment strategy, and will do all I canto facilitate this.

I encourage you to learn more aboutthe Summit and get involved atwww.mississaugasummit.ca

Dear Neighbours,As your newly elected City Councillor forWard 5, it is a pleasure to be sending myinaugural newsletter to the economic drivers ofthis community our businesses. With 40% ofMississaugas businesses in Ward 5, I felt itwas critical to reach out to you right away.

Prior to becoming your City Councillor, I worked

for several Fortune 500 companies, practicedpublic affairs, and co-founded a successfulCanadian business. I understand and appreciatejust how important our businesses are to ourcommunitys prosperity its why I believeits important I establish a positive workingrelationship with each and every one of you.

There is room for great economic growth inWard 5 and I believe it starts with you. I willdo everything in my power to foster this growthand look forward to your ideas on how we cancontinue to encourage economic developmentin Ward 5.

I have outlined a Small Business strategy that Ibelieve will work to promote small and mediumbusinesses, the real job creators and engine ofour economy. As part of my strategy, I will:

1. CREATE strong Business Improvement Areas(BIAs) to recognize and promote localbusinesses;

2. PROVIDE small business with support andassist with strategic and business plandevelopment through agencies such as theCity of Mississaugas Enterprise Centreand the Business Development Bank ofCanada. Both of these organizationsassist businesses to develop networks,partnerships, strategic plan reviews, andprovide comprehensive business support;

3. ISSUE a job creation challenge similar to the

one recently undertaken by the MississaugaSummit that generated over 75 jobs in thecommunity;

4. ATTRACT new businesses with competitivetax rates and tax incentives;

5. HIGHLIGHT to Canadian and internationalbusiness the incredible quality of life thatMississauga offers, including affordablehousing, transportation, a highly trainedand skilled workforce, and a diversity oflanguage skills;

6. ENCOURAGE the federal government tomove on offering a payroll tax holidayfor businesses to create new jobs;

7. DEPLOYCity-led trade missions todestinations such as India, Pakistan,China, Poland and Brazil to attract strongforeign firms and foreign investments.Mississaugas diversity is an asset aswe have the language and business skillsnecessary to make these trips a success;and

8. LISTEN to Ward 5 business owners abouthow the red tape businesses have toendure could be changed, and workwith city officials to reduce the burden.

I welcome your feedback on this strategy andwhat you think can be done to bolster it further.What do you believe is the most importantaction we can take? What are your prioritiesand are they different from those listed above?Please let me know; only with your input canwe make things better and continue to grow.

In this newsletter you will find resources tailoredto businesses in Mississauga such as thebenefits of BIAs, upcoming dates of informationsessions and important contact information. Ihope that these resources are helpful to youand your business. I look forward to hearingfrom you and working with you in the futuretoward a more prosperous community.

Best regards,

Bonnie CrombieCouncillor, Ward 5

Are you interested in being a part of a BIAin Malton? Please join us at the followinginformation session to discuss how a BIA canhelp your business:

MALTON BIA INFORMATION SESSION BREAKFASTDate: Tuesday February 7Time: 7a.m. to 9a.m.Location:Centre for Education and Training3233 Brandon Gate Drive

Business Improvement Associations Information Sessions

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WHO BENEFITS FROM HAVING A BIA?

Business Operators:A BIA can benefit more than just local retailbusiness. All businesses in the area, whetherprofessional, dining, entertainment, finance,or retail, may benefit from the improved localatmosphere that a successful BIA helpsto create.

It is the responsibility of each business to buildupon the activities of the BIA and ensure thatthe customer receives best value in an efficientand courteous manner. An expanded customerbase depends on the successful partnershipbetween the activities of the association andindividual businesses.

Property Owners:BIA-initiated improvements and activities maylead to an increase in property values.Improvements help to create and sustain amore vibrant and viable economic environmentwithin the local area. This attracts both commercialand service sector businesses to the area that, in

turn, may lead to an increased demand for retailand office space, and a subsequent increase inproperty values.

Non-retailers also benefit:BIA improvements and activities help to createa more vibrant local community and a moreprosperous local economic environment. Amore vibrant community attracts more visitorsand retains more local customers for all types ofservices including dining, entertainment andprofessional services. In addition, a more vibrantcommunity creates a more inviting atmospherethat clients and customers will enjoy visiting.

A BIA is a secure source of funding:

A secure source of funding is a significantbenefit to having a BIA. Once the board of theBIA has prepared a budget, discussed it withits membership and has it approved by themunicipality, the municipality collects money asa special levy on all industrial and commercialproperties in the area. Funds are then transferredto the BIA organization to carry out its work.

Other benefits: Increasing community interest and pride

in the business area Ensuring ongoing co-operation among

the members of the business community Improving lines of communications

between the business community

and municipal council and staff Advocating membership interests and

concerns through effective communicationwith both the municipality and other levelsof government

Increasing cost savings to the membershipthrough improved integration of capitalfunding and promotional activities

The Mississauga Business Enterprise Centre

is your central source for small businessinformation, resources and guidance.

MBEC can help you:1. Start your business2. Build your business plan3. Grow your business

We offer: FREE business information and resources FREE one-on-one business consultations FREE business plan reviews LOW COST business seminars and workshops LOW COST online business training courses YOUNG entrepreneur programs

START YOUR BUSINESSFree Information SessionLearn the basics of starting a business in thisFREE one-hour info session. Fee: FREE

FOUR PART WORKSHOP SERIESIn this four-part series, we will walk you throughthe process of starting a business from conceptto reality. Fee: $93.95

BUILD YOUR BUSINESSWriting a Business PlanLearn the basics of writing a business plan inthis two-hour workshop. Fee: $26.35

SELLING TO GOVERNMENTInterested in doing business with Government?This FREE three-hour seminar will be facilitatedby representatives from 4 levels of government.

Fee: FREE

ONLINE TRAINING*

Small business training at your fingertips.Learn from the comfort of your own homeor office! Choose from the following onlinetraining courses:

* For more information or to purchase anMBEC Online Business Training course, visitwww.mississauga.ca/mbec

GROW YOUR BUSINESSUsing Social Media in Business Learn ways tomonitor Social Media and campaigns.

Fee: $26.35

INTERNET MARKETINGIn this two hour interactive seminar, learnhow the internet has revolutionized the waybusinesses market themselves. Fee: $26.35

To register for any of our workshops, visit theCustomer Service Centre located in one of theCity of Mississaugas community centres or on theground floor of the Mississauga Central Library.

You may also register online atwww.connect2rec.ca.

Visit MBEC online atwww.mississauga.ca/mbecor in person on the 4th floor of the MississaugaCentral Library.Hours of Operation:Monday Friday, 9a.m. 5p.m.Phone: 905-615-4460Email: mbec@mississauga.ca

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Roundtablebusiness

discussionwith Ward 5

Councillor,Bonnie

Crombie.

Contact your Ward 5 Councillor, Bonnie Crombie:300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, ON L5B 3C1Telephone: 905-896-5500 Fax: 905-896-5463Email: bonnie.crombie@mississauga.caWebsite: www.bonniecrombie.ca

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