Welland/Pelham Chamber of Commerce

10/22/2026

Niagara Region is launching Niagara Thrives, a campaign designed to support the local economy as trade and tariff conditions continue to affect Niagara businesses, consumers and communities.

“Changing trade and tariff conditions can affect costs, supply chains and access to markets for businesses across Niagara,” said Ron Tripp, Chief Administrative Officer, Niagara Region. “Niagara Thrives is designed to strengthen our local economy by encouraging residents to choose local and connecting businesses with practical resources to navigate, adapt and thrive.”

Niagara Thrives directs local businesses to Tariff Resources and Support for Niagara Businesses, Niagara Region’s central online source for trade and tariff information. The resource helps businesses assess their options, determine next steps and connect with relevant government agencies and support organizations.

Read the full release here: https://www.niagararegion.ca/news-and-notices/posts/niagara-thrives-campaign-launched-to-support-local-businesses-and-strengthen-the-local-economy/

10/22/2026

✨ Putting Local Business in the Spotlight!

Small businesses are at the heart of our local economy, and Small Business Week is the perfect time to celebrate them!

Meet FeeAdvocates , one of the incredible local businesses we're proud to have as a Chamber member.

Follow along as we showcase more amazing businesses throughout South Niagara!

10/22/2026

Urgent Website Security Alert

Yesterday, the U.S. NSA, CISA and the EU's cybersecurity agency all warned about two critical flaws in PHP, the software that runs most business websites, including WordPress sites. Patches are out, but attacks have already been reported, and some organizations in Europe have taken their sites offline as a precaution.

The one action for members: contact your web host or developer today and confirm the October PHP security update has been applied. If they can't confirm it, consider taking the site offline until it is.

10/21/2026

✨ Putting Local Business in the Spotlight!

Small businesses are at the heart of our local economy, and Small Business Week is the perfect time to celebrate them!

Meet Fonthill Chiropractic Clinic , one of the incredible local businesses we're proud to have as a Chamber member.

Follow along as we showcase more amazing businesses throughout South Niagara!

10/20/2026

Missed our Virtual Lunch & Learn today? You can now watch the recording.

The Calm Leader: Why the Best Leaders Slow Down Before They Speak was an insightful conversation about the importance of emotional awareness, composure, and intentional leadership.

Whether it's a difficult conversation, a critical email, or an unexpected setback, how leaders respond under pressure can have a lasting impact on trust, credibility, and workplace relationships.

Thank you to our panelist Candice Rousseau, MSW, BSW, RSW, founder of Reflect Reset Renew Therapy Services, for sharing valuable insights and practical strategies to help business owners and professionals become calmer, more intentional, and effective leaders.

Watch it here:

Missed our October 20 Virtual Lunch & Learn? You can now watch the ...

10/20/2026

✨ Putting Local Business in the Spotlight!

Small businesses are at the heart of our local economy, and Small Business Week is the perfect time to celebrate them!

Meet B4 Networks Inc. , one of the incredible local businesses we're proud to have as a Chamber member.

Follow along as we showcase more amazing businesses throughout South Niagara!

10/19/2026

✨ Putting Local Business in the Spotlight!

Small businesses are at the heart of our local economy, and Small Business Week is the perfect time to celebrate them!

Meet Mission 35 Mortgages - Harsh Ahlawat, one of the incredible local businesses we're proud to have as a Chamber member.

Follow along as we showcase more amazing businesses throughout South Niagara!



Harsh Ahlawat Mortgage Specialist

10/15/2026

Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON – The Landline Company and Air Canada are expanding their motorcoach service between Niagara District Airport (YCM) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) from three to five daily departures, beginning December 14, 2026.

The service, which first launched at YCM in June of this year, lets travellers book Niagara (YCM) as the starting point or final destination of their Air Canada trip, with the motorcoach included in a single itinerary at no additional cost.

Read the full article here: https://www.niagaradistrictairport.com/site/blog/2026/10/13/niagara-district-airport-air-canada-landline-announce-expansion-of-service

10/14/2026

Your Candidates. The Issues. Their Answers. The Niagara Business Alliance Releases the 2026 Niagara Municipal Candidate Survey Report

Today, the Niagara Business Alliance (NBA) is proud to release the 2026 Niagara Municipal Candidate Survey Report, a collaborative initiative bringing together Niagara's leading business, housing and industry organizations to support informed voting ahead of the October 26 municipal elections.

Featuring 169 candidate responses from across Niagara's 12 municipalities, the report provides insight into where participating mayoral and councillor candidates stand on key issues, including housing affordability, economic development, infrastructure, taxation and municipal efficiency.

This initiative demonstrates the power of collaboration and our shared commitment to a stronger, more prosperous Niagara.

We are proud to work alongside our Niagara Business Alliance partners:

Niagara Association of REALTORS®
Grimsby & District Chamber of Commerce
Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce
Lincoln Chamber of Commerce
Niagara Construction Association
Niagara Home Builders Association
Niagara Industrial Association
Niagara on the Lake Chamber of Commerce
South Niagara Chambers of Commerce (Niagara Falls, Fort Erie, Welland/Pelham and Port Colborne-Wainfleet)
West Lincoln Chamber of Commerce

Special thanks to Real North Strategies for their expertise and contributions.

The NBA is non-partisan and does not endorse candidates. Survey participation was voluntary.

Read the full report: https://bit.ly/nba2026

10/14/2026

Join us for October's Lunch & Learn featuring: The Calm Leader - Why the Best Leaders Slow Down Before They Speak

A critical email. A tough conversation. A financial setback. These moments don’t test your intelligence - they test your composure.

Join us as we explore how emotional activation impacts leadership and learn practical ways to slow down, respond with clarity, and lead with steady authority under pressure.

Featuring Candice Rousseau, MSW, BSW, RSW, Founder of Reflect Reset Renew Therapy Services.

Register here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/lunch-and-learn-october-20--2026