The BNP has entered into strategic agreements with two Southern Ontario Chambers of Commerce: the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce. As a member of the Partnership, these agreements provide you with a reciprocal associate membership with both the Hamilton and Greater Niagara Chambers at no additional cost to you.
As an associate member of the Hamilton and Greater Niagara Chambers, you will have access to events, business networking, and cross-border news. These agreements give you the opportunity to collaborate with a wider network of business professionals across the border.
You will now receive the following:
- Access to Hamilton and Greater Niagara events and programs at member pricing
- Opportunities to highlight your company’s brand in Southern Ontario
From the Blog
BNP Policy Focus: Natural Gas Ban
New York’s 2023 state budget includes a ban on fossil fuel equipment and building systems in new construction. The ban creates major concerns about energy affordability and reliability.
Understanding the Value of Visitors: The BNP Hospitality & Tourism Industry Leaders Forum
Building a positive visitor experience is a cornerstone of the Buffalo Niagara economy. Visitors to Western New York generated $2.7 billion in spending in 2021, according to an Oxford Economics Company report. Now more than ever, our hospitality and tourism sector is essential to the region’s success.
ECIDA Creates New MWBE Incentive
The Erie County Industrial Development Agency recently approved a new incentive for MWBE subcontractor utilization, known as the Economic Inclusion Program.
Preview: Advocacy Alert: State to Enact Final Budget
Governor Hochul and the State Legislature are finalizing this year’s state budget. Hochul and legislative leaders reached a deal that is expected to be passed late tonight.
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In total, the budget will spend $229 billion – a record amount and a 33% increase in spending since 2019.