The WindsorEssex Economic Development Corporation (WEEDC), the City of Windsor and Essex County are proud to announce that Windsor-Essex has achieved a top 10 placement in the first ever ‘American Cities of the Future’ ranking compiled by fDi Magazine, a publication of The Financial Times Limited. The ranking uses a mixture of data and expert opinion to rank cities on their attractiveness for inward foreign direct investment, economic development and business expansion. Data collected by fDi Intelligence (www.fDiIntelligence.com) was combined with the submission made by the WEEDC to generate the region’s ranking.
Windsor-Essex not only finished seventh overall in the Large Cities category, we also achieved top ten rankings in three other categories: Infrastructure, Foreign Direct Investment Promotion Strategy, and Economic Potential. Our second place ranking in the Economic Potential category was particularly gratifying and appropriate, given the Conference Board of Canada’s expectation that the Windsor-Essex economy will outperform all other Canadian communities in 2011.
Mayor Eddie Francis said, “Our showing is most impressive especially considering the expanded number of countries involved and the high level of screening that happens.”
Tom Bain, Essex County Warden added, “See what happens when we collaborate and put our best foot forward – this is great news!”
fDi Cities of the Future shortlists are created by an independent collection of data by fDi Intelligence division across 405 cities across North and South America. fDi Intelligence, from The Financial Times Ltd., is the leading provider of foreign direct investment intelligence. The Financial Times, one of the world’s leading business news organizations, is recognised internationally for its authority, integrity and accuracy.
“This award is further evidence that Windsor-Essex is on a path of reinvention. This objective third party affirmation is wonderful.” said Lindsay Boyd, Chairperson of the WindsorEssex Economic Development Corporation.
by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine
Friday, April 15, 2011
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
First Biz Mixer Rocks!
Biz X Magazine
Last night's Biz Mixer was a great success! We heard that deals were brokered right there and many new contacts were made.
We hope everybody had a great time and Biz X would like to thank everybody that came out to "Mix it up." Special thanks goes out to Nicole and Brian and all the staff at Mick's Irish Pub for the use of their pub and great appetizers.
We would also like to thank Arms Bumanlag and A News for dropping by to do a live broadcast.
And of course thanks to all the businesses that donated door prizes. Those companies and photos of the prize winners will be featured in the May issue of Biz X.
In the meantime check out the Biz X Facebook fan page (photos will be up late Wednesday) for some funny crowd shots from last night. Feel free to tag yourself so all your friends and family can see you in action. lol
The next Biz Mixer is May 10th at the Ryegate in Tecumseh and we hope to see all of you out there and welcome Newbies! lol Each month the Biz Mixer will be held at a different location.
We're busy working on some FUN new ice breaker games and great new prizes. Any business interested in donating door prizes please email mixer@bizxmagazine.com. Your business will be mentioned at the next Mixer and will also be featured in the following issue of Biz X so it's a great way to get your business name out there.
Thank you everybody
Deborah
Last night's Biz Mixer was a great success! We heard that deals were brokered right there and many new contacts were made.
We hope everybody had a great time and Biz X would like to thank everybody that came out to "Mix it up." Special thanks goes out to Nicole and Brian and all the staff at Mick's Irish Pub for the use of their pub and great appetizers.
We would also like to thank Arms Bumanlag and A News for dropping by to do a live broadcast.
And of course thanks to all the businesses that donated door prizes. Those companies and photos of the prize winners will be featured in the May issue of Biz X.
In the meantime check out the Biz X Facebook fan page (photos will be up late Wednesday) for some funny crowd shots from last night. Feel free to tag yourself so all your friends and family can see you in action. lol
The next Biz Mixer is May 10th at the Ryegate in Tecumseh and we hope to see all of you out there and welcome Newbies! lol Each month the Biz Mixer will be held at a different location.
We're busy working on some FUN new ice breaker games and great new prizes. Any business interested in donating door prizes please email mixer@bizxmagazine.com. Your business will be mentioned at the next Mixer and will also be featured in the following issue of Biz X so it's a great way to get your business name out there.
Thank you everybody
Deborah
Monday, April 11, 2011
Well-Come Centre Fundraiser April 15, 2011
April 15 is the date set for a local celebration of female artists to capture the uniqueness and beauty of women experiencing homelessness.
The Well Come Centre for Human Potential: Windsor Essex’s only women’s homeless shelter presents: “Through Her Eyes,” a local celebration of female artists, fashion designers and musicians. All are welcome.
Doors open at 5 p.m. and the fundraiser runs till 10 p.m. at The Boom Boom Room, 351 Ouellette Avenue. Tickets are $35 p.p.
For more information or tickets contact: Jennifer Cline via email: socialwork@well-comecentre.com , visit the “Facebook” event page or call 971-7595.
by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Windsor Firefighter Application Period Begins April 16
Biz X Magazine
The City of Windsor will be accepting applications for the position of Fire Fighter commencing Saturday, April 16, 2011 until Friday, April 29, 2011.
Please visit http://www.citywindsor.ca/ and click Work for Windsor on or after April 16, 2011 for further information on how to apply.
Monday, April 4, 2011
BIKE FRIENDLY WINDSOR SEEKS BOARD MEMBERS APRIL 9, 2011
Cycling advocacy group continues its forward momentum
Bike Friendly Windsor (BFW), a local cycling advocacy group, is seeking volunteers for its board of directors. They are incorporating as a not-for-profit organization, in order to apply for government funding. Part of the incorporation process is forming a board of directors.
Board positions to be filled include: vice-chair, recruitment director, event planning director, fundraising director, and two general director positions.
Board meetings are held once a month, usually on a Saturday afternoon, and last from one to two hours.
Those wishing to find out more can attend the upcoming board meeting scheduled for 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 9, 2011. The meeting will be held at the Windsor Family Credit Union branch located at 2800 Tecumseh Road East (at Drouillard Road).
“Board members don’t need to be serious cyclists,” says BFW chairperson Steve Konkle. “Our board consists of a variety of cyclists from various groups throughout Windsor Essex. We have commuters, avid road cyclists, mountain bike racers and joy riders. If you have a passion to see Windsor become more bike-friendly, then we want to hear from you.”
About Bike Friendly Windsor
Bike Friendly Windsor was formed in January of 2010, and its goals are to represent all cyclists in Windsor and to help make Windsor a more bicycle friendly city. It is their belief that a strong cycling culture is an important aspect of any forward thinking city, and that cycling can improve the health, economy, and environment of our local community.
Bike Friendly Windsor currently has 228 members in its Facebook group, and last year they successfully held events during national Bike Month, including a cleanup of Gateway Park and a screening of the film Veer at the Milk Coffee Bar. This year, the group plans on hosting a memorial Ride of Silence through Windsor’s downtown core, as well as another film screening. Bike Friendly Windsor is also actively involved with lobbying city council for more bike infrastructure in Windsor.
More information can be found on the Bike Friendly Windsor website, www.bikefriendlywindsor.com and anyone interested in helping to make Windsor more cycle-friendly can email the group at bikefriendlywindsor@gmail.com.
by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine
Bike Friendly Windsor (BFW), a local cycling advocacy group, is seeking volunteers for its board of directors. They are incorporating as a not-for-profit organization, in order to apply for government funding. Part of the incorporation process is forming a board of directors.
Board positions to be filled include: vice-chair, recruitment director, event planning director, fundraising director, and two general director positions.
Board meetings are held once a month, usually on a Saturday afternoon, and last from one to two hours.
Those wishing to find out more can attend the upcoming board meeting scheduled for 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 9, 2011. The meeting will be held at the Windsor Family Credit Union branch located at 2800 Tecumseh Road East (at Drouillard Road).
“Board members don’t need to be serious cyclists,” says BFW chairperson Steve Konkle. “Our board consists of a variety of cyclists from various groups throughout Windsor Essex. We have commuters, avid road cyclists, mountain bike racers and joy riders. If you have a passion to see Windsor become more bike-friendly, then we want to hear from you.”
About Bike Friendly Windsor
Bike Friendly Windsor was formed in January of 2010, and its goals are to represent all cyclists in Windsor and to help make Windsor a more bicycle friendly city. It is their belief that a strong cycling culture is an important aspect of any forward thinking city, and that cycling can improve the health, economy, and environment of our local community.
Bike Friendly Windsor currently has 228 members in its Facebook group, and last year they successfully held events during national Bike Month, including a cleanup of Gateway Park and a screening of the film Veer at the Milk Coffee Bar. This year, the group plans on hosting a memorial Ride of Silence through Windsor’s downtown core, as well as another film screening. Bike Friendly Windsor is also actively involved with lobbying city council for more bike infrastructure in Windsor.
More information can be found on the Bike Friendly Windsor website, www.bikefriendlywindsor.com and anyone interested in helping to make Windsor more cycle-friendly can email the group at bikefriendlywindsor@gmail.com.
by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Got Marrow? Give Life! April 3 At Casino
Better World Today Association has team up with Katelyn Bedard Bone Marrow Association and are holding a swap drive.
Sunday April 3th at 7 pm at Caesars Windsor (in the Augustus Ballroom) you will have the opportunity to get signed up on the marrow registry. It is a simply swab of the cheeks on the inside of your mouth. You will then be put on the marrow registry and if anyone matches your type then you will be called to donate.
There are over 800 people in Canada that need a bone marrow donor and if they don`t get one they will die. Over 13 million people on the World wide registry and they can`t find a match. This tells you how hard it is to find a match. You are a slim possibility of being a match.
For more information visit http://www.bwta.ca/, the website of the Better World Today Assocation.
Read Biz X Magazine Here
Sunday April 3th at 7 pm at Caesars Windsor (in the Augustus Ballroom) you will have the opportunity to get signed up on the marrow registry. It is a simply swab of the cheeks on the inside of your mouth. You will then be put on the marrow registry and if anyone matches your type then you will be called to donate.
There are over 800 people in Canada that need a bone marrow donor and if they don`t get one they will die. Over 13 million people on the World wide registry and they can`t find a match. This tells you how hard it is to find a match. You are a slim possibility of being a match.
For more information visit http://www.bwta.ca/, the website of the Better World Today Assocation.
Read Biz X Magazine Here
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Capital Budget To Be Considered--April 6, 2011
City Council will be considering the City of Windsor’s 2011 Capital Budget, and they are seeking public input. Interested individuals or organizations are invited to provide written and/or verbal presentations and appear as a delegation before Council on:
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 350 City Hall Square West
To appear as a delegation, individuals are asked to call Council Services at (519) 255-6432. Audiovisual equipment may be used if requested at the time of their call. The public is advised that presentations cannot exceed five minutes.
Written submissions are encouraged. Submissions can be sent to Council Services at 350 City Hall Square West, Room 203, N9A 6S1, or faxed to (519) 255-6868, or e-mailed to clerks@city.windsor.on.ca no later than the end of business on Monday, April 4, 2011. A copy of the recommended capital budget can be found online at www.citywindsor.ca or viewed in print at all Windsor Public Library branches beginning Thursday, March 31 at noon.
by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, 350 City Hall Square West
To appear as a delegation, individuals are asked to call Council Services at (519) 255-6432. Audiovisual equipment may be used if requested at the time of their call. The public is advised that presentations cannot exceed five minutes.
Written submissions are encouraged. Submissions can be sent to Council Services at 350 City Hall Square West, Room 203, N9A 6S1, or faxed to (519) 255-6868, or e-mailed to clerks@city.windsor.on.ca no later than the end of business on Monday, April 4, 2011. A copy of the recommended capital budget can be found online at www.citywindsor.ca or viewed in print at all Windsor Public Library branches beginning Thursday, March 31 at noon.
by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine
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