The End of the De Minimis Exemption: What It Means for Canadian Small Businesses and How to Prepare

August 14, 2025 … By Atul Oka, Senior Director of Strategy and Business Development, DUKE Heights BIA … The U.S. government is moving to eliminate the de minimis exemption – a trade rule that has allowed Canadian businesses to send low-value shipments (under US$800) to American customers without paying duties or dealing with complex customs paperwork.… Continue reading The End of the De Minimis Exemption: What It Means for Canadian Small Businesses and How to Prepare

Building a Safer Future: A Community-Driven Initiative to Eliminate Water Safety Inequities

. August 14, 2025 … Presented by The Lifesaving Society (Ontario Branch) Hosted by Shendy’s Swim School (2 Champagne Drive Unit E3) The Safe Futures Initiative is a bold and transformative program developed to close the critical water safety gap affecting vulnerable populations across Canada. In a country where water is both a beloved recreational… Continue reading Building a Safer Future: A Community-Driven Initiative to Eliminate Water Safety Inequities

Councillor’s Corner- Ward 7: August 2025

July 17, 2025 … Dear Resident,   I hope you are all enjoying the summer. My office has been hosting multiple events this summer to connect with the community. Our Fun Fair at Elm Park was a great time. Residents got to enjoy free ice cream, swag giveaways, activities for kids and designing their own… Continue reading Councillor’s Corner- Ward 7: August 2025