The 2021 Summit will explore key issues associated with the theme of Disruption. In particular, keynotes and panel discussions will focus on the human integration of talent and tech to capture sector-disruptive opportunities.
Elements of practical applications involving cybersecurity, 5G adoption, Internet of Things (IoT), AI, and machine learning will be topics discussed.
Sep 21, 2021, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Research has shown that the pandemic has more heavily impacted Black, Indigenous and racialized women (BIPOC), younger women, women with disabilities, and low-income workers. This event will look to share the findings of the Women Out of Work study, and further a conversation about the ways in which Hamilton can move towards an equitable and fair COVID-19 recovery.Â
Aug 25, 2021, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
While many female-dominated sectors have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic, women working within Hamilton’s hospitality sector have reported the highest degree of negative job impacts. This event will look to share the findings of the Women Out of Work study, and further a conversation about the opportunities that exist to help support the sector, and the women within it, as it recovers from COVID-19.Â
Aug 19, 2021, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
It is clear that Hamilton women are worried about the current and future impacts of the pandemic on their mental health. This event will look to share the findings of the Women Out of Work study in regards to women’s mental health in Hamilton, and further a conversation about supports and strategies individuals, parents, and employers can utilize to remain resilient.Â
Aug 17, 2021, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Looking to understand and address the disproportionate impacts that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on Hamilton’s working women, the Chamber conducted a study over the course of 2020-2021 that heard from close to 1,600 self-identified women. Â
Join us as we present the key findings from the study and speak to the tangible policy recommendations that have been developed to encourage and support women remaining in, and re-entering the workforce.Â
Aug 11, 2021, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Digital Main Street Ontario Grants Program (OGP) is focused on assisting brick-and-mortar small businesses with their adoption of technologies. The Digital Transformation Grant (DTG) is an opportunity available to enable this digital transformation process.
Through a partnership with the Province of Ontario, FedDev Ontario, and the Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas, and administered by the Ontario BIA Association (OBIAA), the DTG program will provide funding for training, advisory support, and grants to small businesses ($2500) looking to increase their capacity through digital transformation.
Jul 23, 2021, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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