http://www.mississauga.com/business en-us Investment in the young, new immigrants and life-long learners will determine to a great extent our future quality of life; perhaps never more than now. If only a revolutionary trajectory will allow us to meet the challenges of the 21st Century, then our system of education must be a beacon and landmark for this journey.
And so, every September, it's back to school we go – literally for some, and metaphorically for the rest of us.  
As a civic institution, the school house has a unique place in architecture. The school is the only building that we are required by law to attend. Sure, a small minority of us must from time to time report to prison or be quarantined in hospital.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17958 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17958 The Mississauga Business Times finished runner-up in its category, while the Brampton paper took top honours.
“We’re absolutely thrilled that both our papers have brought home such fantasic results,” said Rob Hart, director of advertising for Metroland Publications.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17963 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17963 Canadian Manufacturing Week is Canada's definitive showcase for manufacturing's in-demand technologies and is an essential gathering place for the nation's manufacturing decision-makers. The arrival of this event comes at a time when Canada, one of the world's wealthiest nations, is searching for its competitive-edge in a "world is flat" economy. This level-playing-field global market now requires its manufacturers to think outside of the box.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17964 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17964 But two firms stood above the crowd: DaimlerChrysler and Nortel Networks Corp.
DaimlerChrysler was one of the region’s top employers, and the car industry was still gaga over gas guzzlers (big cars, trucks and SUVs), which seemed to rule the roads. Two and three-car families seemed to be the norm, money was plentiful to lease or buy, and gas was relatively cheap. The assembly lines were knocking off units in record-setting numbers.
Meanwhile, Nortel was the darling of the tech set.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17968 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17968 But one great idea that could revolutionize our transportation, and especially that of private automobiles, is lurking behind the backdrop of fuel-cells, biofuels, batteries, hydrogen and hydride fuel systems, and other technologies. The fantastic, little-appreciated, partially non-fossil-fuel system is recommended by many technologists as history’s greatest power alternative: electricity.
Imagine everyone running on electricity, straight off the grid, produced from clean sources such as nuclear reactors or wind farms, and eliminating many of the airborne toxins that are killing, at last count, 9,000 Ontarians each year. Cars would have high-tech, electric "antennae" fresh out of the think tanks of electrical engineers that "log" onto cables and channels. We’d zip down the highways at 110 kilometres per hour, traveling at a cost of two to 3 cents per kilometre plus tolls.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17969 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17969 FLAVOURS OF ENTANGLEMENT
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From teen sensation to queen of histrionics, Alanis Morissette has parlayed her hissy fits into getting some 55 million milquetoasts to somehow believe she’s the voice for all women ever burnt in a relationship. Dumbfounding, really, because let’s face it – if you’re Marie Osmond, no amount of fabricated angst and anger can make you Patti Smith.
Yet other than Madonna, few have fooled as many as Morissette. So it’s hardly a surprise that the annoying posturing continues on – are you ready for this – Flavours of Entanglement, a sure caveat that rampant bombast lies beneath.
Indeed, now she’s dabbling in electronica and songs about the environment, with enough casual detachment, mind you, to suggest we should see this as simply a logical career move. But without anything even half memorable to save the day, it smacks of a world-class dilettante once again dabbling for no good reason, other than to sell another 20 million albums, of course.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17971 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17971 The thing about CTT’s AGM is that it’s always fascinating thanks to interesting venues and good speakers and this year kept up the tradition.  The meeting was held in the new Cambridge City Hall with the opportunity to take a guided tour of the place after the meeting.  

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17972 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17972 According to the agency, risks for the economy have grown, but not to the extent that the ratings would be threatened. In a report the agency said, “higher oil prices and lack of fiscal policy reactions amidst high pent-up price pressures are putting the burden of macro-economic adjustment on monetary authorities. As a result, policy as well as market interest rates could rise, and a sharp deceleration in growth may follow.”

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17975 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17975 The study is the first to map out the economic size of the meetings sector in Canada and based on data from 2006 only.  The difficulty has always been that the meetings sector overlaps so many other business sectors that’s it’s difficult to chart.  Maritz Canada used economic measurement methodology developed by the World Tourism Organization to make the study possible.  

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17983 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17983 "The diversity and combined expertise of our membership sets a unique platform for business opportunities, learning and personal growth ... the new name and identity compliments the level of professionalism and recognition our organization has built in the marketplace, with our clients and suppliers over the years." explains Heidi Wilker, CSPEP President and champion of the brand change initiatives.  ]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/18042 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/18042 In fact, according to the Risks and Process of Retirement Survey Report, a new study from the Society of Actuaries (SOA), inflation is the top retirement concern for Americans.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/18044 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/18044 Devasia is the general manager for the Country Inn by Carlson-Oakville-Toronto at 2930 South Sheridan Way, Oakville.  

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/18047 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/18047 The event will provide retailers and manufacturers with a great opportunity to connect with each other and conduct business – there are new products to discover, interesting trends emerging, and innovative ideas – all key for retailers to differentiate themselves in an increasingly competitive and consumer demanding marketplace. Considered a must-attend by key industry players, the 9th edition will feature over 500 exhibit booths, conference speakers such as Galen G. Weston and Tom Peters, and will bring together more than 6000 industry professionals.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/18048 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/18048 This has led to growing demand from consumers, government and industry for more environmental information about products in labeling and advertising. This type of communication of environmental claims is referred to as ‘green marketing’ – and it is hot.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/18050 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/18050 New hires are at their best their first day on the job. They are keen to make a difference and can’t wait to get into the meat of their work. Unfortunately, most companies are ill prepared to start their newbie and end up jeopardizing the new hire’s level of engagement from the get-go. Read on for some suggestions to successfully onboard your new employees and capitalize on your opportunity to engage them from the start.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/18053 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/18053 For many business owners, their company is the most valuable portion of their net worth. Yet few owners know the true value of their enterprises. If you are planning to sell your company or to pass it along to the next generation, to take on a new partner or shareholder, or to merge or reorganize it within the next few years, then you need to know its value. And you should also know how to maximize that value in order to receive the most benefit from any of these transactions.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/18054 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/18054 The event will be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (in conjunction iwth TorontoTechWeek).
The September 23rd event will allow table top displays and one-minute pitches, where exhibitors can showcase their companies' products and services.
It's a chance to grow your business, says Barrie Marfleet, COO and Ontario President of the Information Technology Associaton of Caanda (ITAC), based in Mississauga.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/18055 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/18055 The centre, supported by an $800,000 gift from Dr. and Mrs. Ronald Fook Shiu Li, is named after Li's father.
Li is a noted philanthropist and founder of the Far East Stock Exchange at Hong Kong and the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Ltd.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17956 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17956 The MBOT has endured some difficult changes in the past few years (some of it fodder for a great novel), including two office moves, the sudden departure of two former CEOs, and a 100 per cent staff turnover.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17957 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17957 Angelo Melino, of the Department of Economics, will share the post with Frank Milne, BMO professor of economics and finance in the Department of Economics at Queen's University. Melino begins this month and wraps up his portion of the appointment in April.
“I'll be working out of the Bank of Canada offices in Ottawa most days and commuting back to be with my wife and family,” said Melino, adding that he is excited about the opportunity.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17961 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17961 That’s why this September 25, businesses across the GTA should plan to attend the 2008 Mississauga Business Law Summit, “Economic Uncertainties: Prepare, Prevent & Protect – Mitigating the Risks and Discovering the Opportunities.” “It really is very important to be aware of changes in laws that are likely to affect your business,” insists Pokroy.  

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17962 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17962 Ketchen has fond memories of Port Credit Secondary School and as a successful professional he enjoys "giving back".  To honour him and celebrate the gift to the school, former PCSS principal, Jan Courtin hosted a dinner at Lago Shore restaurant in Port Credit recently.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17965 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17965 Yet the ancient art not only survives, but also thrives in the golf business because of a company called Timprint – owned and operated by Mississauga’s Tim McCutcheon, 57, a member in good standing of the Canadian Professional Golf Association (CPGA).
McCutcheon doesn't sit around all day dipping his quill pen into inkpots and copying out ancient texts like some medieval monk.

]]> http://www.mississauga.com/article/17982 Business 2008/09/01 http://www.mississauga.com/article/17982 Housez was recently general manager of downtown Toronto’s Delta Chelsea Hotel for the past eight years – Delta’s flagship property and Canada’s largest hotel.  He has more than 25 years of industry experience and has held senior management positions with luxury hotel and resort brands from around the world, including Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and the InterContinental Hotels Group.

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