Advocacy Work

Future-Proofing Guelph: Priorities for the Next City Council

Sep 21, 2026

2026 Municipal Election Priorities: Over the next several months, the Guelph Chamber of Commerce is leading Future-Proofing Guelph, an ongoing initiative of events, research and member engagement built around a single question: what does Guelph need to do now to remain a city where people can live, work, invest and thrive?

Businesses Call for Urgent Action on Expanded U.S. Tariffs at Ontario Chamber AGM

Apr 28, 2026

The recent expansion of U.S. Section 232 tariffs is putting jobs, investment, and integrated supply chains at risk in Ontario, and across the binational Great Lakes region. Read the Call for Urgent Action from the OCC (Ontario Chamber of Commerce).

Ontario Chamber of Commerce's Response to the 2026 Provincial Budget

Apr 1, 2026

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce's responds to the 2026 Provincial Budget. Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy highlighted the Ontario Chamber’s advocacy in his budget speech and delivered various measures aligned with the OCC’s 2026 Budget priorities.

Guelph Chamber of Commerce passes 2 policy resolutions at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce AGM

May 7, 2025

The Guelph Chamber of Commerce is pleased to have the support from Chambers across the province for our two policy resolutions submitted at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) AGM. These resolutions, presented and passed at the AGM, are now on the OCC's 2025-2028 Policy Compendium.

2025 Federal Election Priorities

Apr 9, 2025

To enable a resilient country where businesses and citizens can thrive, we have 4 priorities for this upcoming federal election.

Tariff Updates

Mar 12, 2025

As the uncertainty surrounding President Trump’s tariffs continue to fester, the Guelph Chamber continues to monitor the situation, while working closely with our chamber counterparts provincially and nationally to advocate for stability.

2025 Provincial Election Priorities

Feb 5, 2025

To enable a resilient Ontario where businesses can thrive, we need a government that is focused on Ontario’s competitiveness. To achieve a competitive and resilient Ontario, we have 4 priorities for this upcoming election.

2024: Canadian Chamber of Commerce Policy Agenda and Amplifier

Dec 17, 2024

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM and Convention offers our regional chambers an opportunity to elevate the concerns of our local business communities to a federal level. We are proud to have sat on the Ontario Advocacy Advisory Committee and helped support, amend, or defeat policy resolutions proposed at this year’s CCC AGM.

Letter to MP Lloyd Longfield Re: GST/HST Holiday Tax Break

Dec 3, 2024

A letter to MP Lloyd Longfield to urge for improved communication and support for businesses navigating the December 14, 2024, to February 15, 2025, GST/HST tax break.