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Zellers’ legacy lives on with new local pharmacy
Posted on Tuesday, September 17, 2013 06:30 AM
Zellers has been closed for more than a year, but the legacy of the iconic retailer still resonates in Orillia, where the chain had deep roots.
More than a decade ago, Zellers recognized there was a severe shortage of pharmacists in Canada and decided to do something about it. The retailer developed an innovative program to recruit pharmacists working in the Philippines.
“I am very thankful for the opportunity given to me through this program,” says Cristina Privado. “For everyone who went...
Orillia Bicycle Rally - September 11, 2013
Posted on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 06:15 AM
The City of Orillia Active Transportation and Trails Advisory Committee is hosting the 6th Annual Bike Rally on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. All are welcome!
Participants are asked to gather in the parking lot of the Orillia City Centre, 50 Andrew Street South, at 5:30 to set up for the Rally. The event will focus on Safe Cycling and Sharing the Road as riders pass through Downtown Orillia and onto to City Trails out to Tudhope Park and back again!!
Don’t forget your bicycle helmet!!
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Businesses are encouraged to sign up for Oct. 22 Expo
Posted on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 05:45 AM
Time is running out for local businesses to secure a spot in the Third Annual Orillia & Lake Country Business Expo, set for Tuesday October 22 at Casino Rama.
The popular annual event will be open to the public, creating a captive audience of consumers for area businesses. The expo is also an ideal opportunity for business to business networking and develop new relationships that will pay off down the road, said Laura Thompson of the City of Orillia’s economic development office (EDO).
“It really...
$25,000 in artsVest grants dependent on local support
Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 07:15 AM
Thirteen Orillia arts and culture organizations are looking to local businesses to match the $25,000 in artsVest incentive grants awarded this week.
Business for the Arts selected Orillia as one of seven Ontario communities to receive matching incentive and sponsorship training for 2013-2014 through artsVest—a program designed to spark new business sponsorship of arts and culture. The City of Orillia, in partnership with the Orillia and District Arts Council and the Orillia District Chamber of...
College capabilities help local firm with global plans
Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2013 08:30 AM
For a small manufacturer, going global is not easy. But it’s also critically important to long-term success.
Well established in North America, RM Products has set its sights on markets farther afield. Over the past few years, it has been laying the groundwork to sell its revolutionary modular fibreglass structures around the globe.
“When you sell a product outside North America, you have to have proven engineering behind your product,” said Randy Chotowetz, who, along with wife Marian, owns RM...
