July 2024

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SPMAO cordially invites you to our next “After 5pm Socials”!

SPMAO Social Event: Ajax

When: Thursday, August 8, 2024 starting at 5pm
Where: Portly Piper Pub, 235 Bayly St W, Ajax, ON L1S 3K3

SPMAO Social Event: North York

When: Thursday, August 15, 2024 starting at 5pm
Where: The Goose: A Firkin Pub, 1875 Leslie St, North York, ON M3B 2M5

Open to All: While SPMAO membership offers exclusive benefits, these meet and greet events are open to both members and non-members. This inclusivity ensures that a diverse group of professionals can participate, learn, and network.

Purpose of Meet and Greet Events: The meet and greet events hosted by SPMAO serve multiple purposes, Network Opportunities, knowledge sharing, professional growth and most of all Fun!

Join Us: Whether you are a seasoned pest control professional or new to the industry, SPMAO’s meet and greet events provide the perfect platform to connect, learn, and have fun. Don’t miss out on these opportunities to enhance your professional journey and build lasting relationships.

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The SPMAO Golf Tournament returns after an extended hiatus!

Save the Date!

When: Friday, September 20, 2024 shotgun start at 8:30am
Where: Cherry Downs Golf Club, 2110 Concession #7, Pickering, ON L1Y 1A2

Formal Invitation to follow!

Join Us: Whether you are a seasoned golfer, weekend hacker or first time player, the SPMAO Golf Tournament provides the perfect platform to connect, network and have fun.

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Hey Members, Don’t forget about your CFIB benefits!

Reminder, new partner discounts are available every month – log in the Member Portal to access the promo codes!

Member Support  

• Webinar – Our session on ‘Managing Employee Leaves of Absence’ helped members understand their rights and responsibilities to effectively manage leave requests. Watch the webinar here and a short overview here.
• CFIB Bizzy Videos: Check out our growing YouTube playlist of Bizzy Videos, designed to help members feel more equipped to manage HR issues.
  Our latest video: demonstration of our HRNow! The Concierge tool which helps business owners with the documents they need to have and the best practices to adopt depending on their province and number of employees – don’t hesitate to share!

Member Savings:

• We launched a new member saving with Helios, a Microsoft preferred reseller.

Bonus: The offer includes 3 hours of Microsoft specific Tech Support or 1 hour of general Tech Support for free each month. That’s a value of $149 monthly! >> Most SMEs do not have an IT department, this is an excellent asset for your members!

• It’s summer! Enjoy and have your members and their employees enjoy discounts at Canada’s Wonderland and La Ronde – share the attached handout.

Advocacy Updates

• Carbon Tax – The government passed its 2024 budget bill, which locks in the promised $2.5 billion in carbon tax rebates for SMEs. Watch our video on CFIB’s role in this victory.
• Capital Gains – On June 25^th, the federal government’s capital gains changes came into effect. Half of Canada’s small firms will be negatively affected. Read more.
• Construction Mitigation – CFIB urges municipal governments to prioritize construction mitigation relief for small businesses now.
• Replacement Workers – CFIB strongly opposes Bill C-58’s passing in the Senate, which limits the use of replacement workers during strikes in federally regulated workplaces.

CFIB Research

• Temporary Foreign Workers Report highlights the critical role of TFWs, with 89% of agri-businesses stating TFWs help them stay in business. Read the report here.
• Business Barometer® – Small businesses’ price increase plans reach their lowest level since March 2021. Read more.
• InsightBiz – the latest blog from the CFIB research team explores how interest rates cuts will impact Canadian SMEs.

Coming Up in July

• Expected releases on carbon tax, the credit card code of conduct, workers compensation, and construction mitigation.
• Interprovincial trade report – highlighting the need to eliminate barriers to internal trade.
• Provincial releases on NL electricity rate increases and future energy projects, and a call to action to support the tourism sector in QC.
• Main Street Quarterly – our quarterly report with short-term economic forecasts (read previous editions here).

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Ticks!

As Canadians spend more time outdoors, enjoying yet another warm summer, experts are warning about anaplasmosis, a tick-borne disease that’s slowly on the rise.

Please follow this link to learn more.

                        https://www.cbc.ca/radio/whitecoat/anaplasmosis-ticks-1.7239603

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SAVE THE DATES!

The Structural Pest Management Association of Ontario (SPMAO) is excited to announce its upcoming Fall Workshops in October 2024. The workshops will be held on two separate dates and locations to accommodate professionals from across the province.

Kingston
Tuesday, October 8th, 2024

Join us in Kingston for a day filled with insightful presentations and networking opportunities with industry leaders that promises to deliver the latest advancements and best practices in pest management.

London
Friday, October 11th, 2024

For those who are unable to attend the Kingston event, the same comprehensive program will be available in London. This second date ensures that all members have the opportunity to benefit from the valuable content and connections offered by the SPMAO Workshops.

What to Expect

Educational Sessions: Gain knowledge from experts on the latest trends and technologies in pest management.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow professionals, suppliers and industry leaders to share experiences and insights.
Exhibitor Showcase: Explore products and services from leading suppliers in the pest control industry.

Who Should Attend?

This conference is ideal for pest management professionals, business owners, technicians and anyone involved in the pest control industry. Whether you are looking to expand your knowledge, improve your services or grow your professional network, this event is designed to meet your needs.

Registration Details

Registration for the SPMAO Workshops will open soon. Stay tuned for further announcements on the SPMAO website and through our newsletters. Be sure to mark your calendar and secure your spot early as spaces are expected to fill quickly.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise and connect with peers in the pest management field. Save the date for October 8, 2024, in Kingston, Ontario or October 11, 2024, in London, Ontario, and join us for an enriching and impactful event.

A reminder that SPMAO Events are to be used for educational, learning and networking purposes and not as a recruitment opportunity.

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We invite you to contibute!

Please send your articles to info@spmao.ca.

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