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South Niagara Conversations
by South Niagara Chambers of Commerce
The South Niagara Chambers of Commerce is proud to back with Season 2 of South Niagara Conversations.Co-hosted by Chris Byrnes and Andrew Bilous of 105-1 The River, the podcast will be focused on issues that Niagara is talking about. It's Niagara Perspectives. Niagara Voices. Niagara Conversations.
Episodes
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Lasting Impact of Covid-19 on Border Travel
In our final episode of season two, we are discussing the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is still having at our border bridge crossings in Niagara. Dolores and Chris welcome Stephanie Dafoe from the Niagara Falls Bridge Commission, Kevin Jacobi from Canada BW, and Wayne Handzlik from Way Bri Express.
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How Filling the Skilled Trades Labour Shortage Starts in Schools
Did you ever consider a career in the trades? Or have your kids shown interest in a trade? On this episode of South Niagara Conversations, we dive into the importance of teaching young people the importance of trades and why it can lead to a rewarding career. Thank you to Anthony Corrizzato fort...
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What will it take to Survive Niagara's Post-Pandemic Labour Shortage
Will the businesses that survived the pandemic survive the labour shortage? Dolores and Chris welcome Jhon Canon from On Demand Staffing, Vivian Kinnaird from Niagara Workforce Planning Board and Dave Bouckenooghe from Brock University to discuss the issues currently facing Niagara's labour market.
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Does the future of politics include AI?
In this episode of South Niagara Conversations, we discuss the practicality of Craig W. Turner's novel, the CampAIgn, in our current political system. Dolores and Chris welcome author Craig W. Turner, Joanne Heritz Assistant Professor of Political Science at Brock University, and Dave Meslin…
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Advancing Patient Care at Niagara Health through Modern Technology
In this episode of South Niagara Conversations, we are discussing how modern technology is being leveraged to make access for patients easier at Niagara Health. We welcome Sonali Kohli, Vice President, Diagnostics and Chief Information Officer and Dr. Benjamin Tam, Physician Critical Care…
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Perspectives from Inside Niagara Politics
Have you ever considered a run for politics? Today we sit down with three women in Niagara politics to find out the good, the bad, and the ugly of being a woman in politics. Former Mayor of Wainfleet April Jeffs, Niagara Falls City Councilor Lori Lococo, and Fort Erie Councilor Marina Butler join...
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Niagara's Fastest Growing City
Did you know Thorold is Niagara's fastest-growing city? Marco Marino, Thorold's Manager of Economic Development, joins Dolores and Chris to talk all things Thorold.
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Get to Know South Niagara's City of Industry and Sport.
Lina Dechellis and Grant Mundy from the City of Welland join Dolores to discuss all things Welland on this episode of South Niagara Conversations.
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Have you been to Fort Erie lately?
Think you know Fort Erie? Think again. Daniel Turner, Fort Erie's Economic Development Officer, joins Dolores and Chris to talk to us about all things Fort Erie.
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What's Next for Niagara's Hot Housing Market
Are you looking to buy a house in Niagara? In this episode, we discuss Niagara's red-hot housing market and where our experts see it going. Neville Kidd from Desjardins and Stephen Canjar from Peak Performers Realty Inc. join Dolores and Chris for this lively discussion.
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Is Niagara Falls the New Music City?
Could Niagara Falls be Canada's Music City? If the City of Niagara Falls has anything to say about it, it's a yes. South Niagara Conversations is back for the second half of our second season. In this episode, Dolores and Chris welcome Angela Davidson from the City of Niagara Falls' Economic...
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The Great Marketing Debate of Digital vs Print vs Radio.
In this episode we welcome Leanne Cressman from Star Metroland Media and Mike Cressman from CA4 to discuss marketing in a post COVID-19 world. Our cohost, Andrew Bilous, is also on the hot seat as he brings his marketing knowledge from the radio business. Join us as we dive into the great debate…
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Cruise Ships in Port Colborne.
South Niagara Conversations is back for the second half of our second season. In this episode, we welcome Bram Cotton from the City of Port Colborne's Economic Development Office. We discuss everything from the history of cruise ships in Port Colborne to the majestic views of ice breakers on the...
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Importance of our Post-Secondary Institutions to Niagara
In this episode of South Niagara Conversations, cohosted by Rob Cheevers, we discuss the importance of Niagara's post-secondary institution to our region. We welcome Dr. Lynn Wells, Interim President and Vice- Chancellor, Provost and Vice-President Academic at Brock University and Sean Kennedy,...
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Impact of the Canada/US Border Reopening
In this episode of South Niagara Conversations, cohosted by John Van Brussel, we tackle the reopening of the Canada/US border and the impact its closure has had on our communities. We welcome Joyce Morocco from Destination Niagara Falls, Kory Schuler from the Niagara USA Chamber, and Craig Turner...
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State of Politics
In this episode, co-hosted by Jeff Reuter, we discuss the state of politics and how the roles of politicians have changed. Our guests include Dave Meslin, author of Teardown: Rebuilding Democracy from the Ground Up, Wayne Redekop, Mayor of the Town of Fort Erie, and Kevin Vallier, Executive...
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Niagara Business Superstars discuss the Past Year
Niagara Superstars discuss their experiences during the past year. In this episode, co-hosted by Jeff Neil, we welcome Andy Murison from Niagara Falls Craft Distillers, Dave Nordquist from MiniWarGaming, and Sarah Lacharity from Raw Materials Company.
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Travel Industry Update
In this episode, co-hosted by Jonathan George, we are discussing the impact COVID-19 has had on our travel industry and where our guests see it going in 2022. Thank you to our guests Wendy Paradis, President at Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA), and Dr. Paul Willie, Professor of...
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Business Planning Advice from Niagara Business Professionals
In this week's conversation, we discuss the importance of business planning with three business professionals from Niagara. We welcome Verne Milot from Growth Associates, Bryan Lachappelle from B4 Networks, and Neville Kidd from Desjardins. This episode is co-hosted by Mike Cressman of the…
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Niagara's 2021 Tourist Season Update
In episode two, we welcome Joel Noden from HOCO Entertainment & Resorts and Andrew Niven from Konzelmann Estate Winery to discuss the 2021 tourism season in Niagara, trends moving forward, and where they see the industry going. Episode two is cohosted by Kevin Jacobi from Canada BW.
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Employee Engagement and Retention
We welcome Alu McCabe from Trusted Time Inc and Thalia Semplonius from the Niagara Workforce Planning Board to discuss the Employee Engagement and Retention Survey; They provide their insights and advice on how you can keep your employees and how to mitigate issues before they become long-term...
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Season Two Teaser
We're back Niagara! We're bringing you more Niagara perpectives. More Niagara voices. And, of course, more Niagara conversations. New episodes will be uploaded Wednesdays.
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Niagara's Labour Market
In our final episode of season one, we welcomed Kelly Jones from Employment Solutions, Deanna D’Elia from the YMCA, and Vivian Kinnaird from the Niagara Workforce Training Board. We’ll gain some insight into the local labour market. What it means for job seekers and what it means for businesses.
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Episode 19 - Health Experts Give a COVID-19 Update
We welcome back Dr. Karim Ali, Director, Division of Infectious Diseases & Antimicrobial Stewardship Program Pandemic Preparedness Lead, and Natalie Ferraro, RN - Kidney Care Clinical Manager, Hemodialysis Unit (currently at the NH Vaccination Clinic). We also welcome Linda Boich, who is the...
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Niagara's Sports Teams Look to the Future
This week we will be welcoming Michelle Bisk Up, Director of Operations for the Niagara River Lions, Joey Burke, General Manager of the Niagara Ice Dogs, and Ryan Harrison, CEO for the Welland Jackfish. Three great local teams representing 3 beloved sports. We’ll learn about their challenges this...
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Episode 17 - Managing a Municipality During COVID-19
This week we will be welcoming Scott Luey, CAO for the City of Port Colborne, and David Cribbs, CAO for the Town of Pelham. We’re going to discuss the challenges that they’ve experienced in managing a municipality. How they’ve been able to continue to provide core services with reduced resources...
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Insight into Niagara's Construction and Manufacturing Sectors
This week we will be welcoming Blake Landry, Manager, Economic Research & Analysis, Regional Municipality of Niagara, Len Stolk, President, Stolk Construction, and Don Cyr, Chair of the Niagara Industrial Association. We’ll be discussing the results of the most recent Economic Rapid Recovery Team...
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Niagara's Chambers of Commerce - Insights from the Frontline for Business
This week we will be welcoming some of our local Chamber of Commerce friends to the conversation. Joining us will be John D'Amico, Chair of the Niagara Centre Board of Trade and Commerce, Eduardo Lafforgue, CEO of the Niagara On The Lake Chamber, and Denise Potter, Executive Director of the West...
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The Student Experience during COVID-19
This week’s live South Niagara Conversations will focus on how the pandemic has impacted young people as they prepare to join the workforce. We will be talking about what the past year has been like for postsecondary students, what’s been their biggest challenge, how their learning has changed…
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Covid-19's Impact on Niagara Tourism
This week our conversation will focus on the impact of the pandemic on Niagara Falls and the tourism industry as well as what tourism will look like post-pandemic. With an estimated 30 million visitors to this world-renown location, this past year has been beyond challenging. Joining us for the...
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Affordable Housing in Niagara
Our conversation will focus on affordable housing in South Niagara. It is a growing concern and we know that the pandemic has put even more pressure on an already stressed system. Joining us for the conversation will be Joanne Heritz, Assistant Professor, Political Science, Brock University and...
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South Niagara Super Stars
Scott and I chatted with 3 of South Niagara Super Stars! They’re going to share the good, the bad and the ugly about their business during the past year as well as their plans for a bright future. Joining us for the conversation will be Kevin Reles from CERES Global, David Norquist from...
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Perspectives from Frontline Healthcare Workers
On this week’s South Niagara Conversations we will be talking with frontline workers here in Niagara to hear their perspective about being in healthcare during the pandemic this past year. Our guests will include Dr. Karim Ali, Director, Division of Infectious Diseases & Antimicrobial Stewardship...
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Modern Day Democracy
In this episode of South Niagara Conversations we’ll be talking about modern day democracy and the impact it has on our lives as citizens. We will be joined by Dave Meslin, Author of Teardown: Rebuilding democracy from the Ground Up; Janet Ecker, Former Member of the Legislative Assembly of…
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Balancing Public Health and Economic Survival
On this week's episode of South Niagara Conversations we'll be talking about balancing public health and economic survival during the pandemic. Does it have to be tradeoff between lost lives or lost livelihoods. What can we be doing right now to protect both! Joining us for the conversation will…
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Credible News and Why Fake News is Real.
On this week’s episode of South Niagara Conversations we’ll be talking about the importance of credible news sources, the impact of social media and the 24hour news cycle and why ‘fake news’ is a real thing. Joining us for the conversation will be John Armstrong, President of Armstrong Strategy,...
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Niagara's Restaurant Industry
On this week’s episode of South Niagara Conversations we’ll be talking to some of our local restaurant owners to discuss how they are doing and where they see their industry going. It has been a tough go for them with their industry being one of the hardest hit during this pandemic. Joining us…
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Working From Home
This week we’ll be talking about how people are managing working from home and how our workplaces have changed. Many of us had to make a quick shift to a home office and have been working in this way for a while. Joining us for the conversation will be Mike Cressman from the Cressman Agency,...
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Mental Health Awareness
This week we will be talking about how people are mentally and emotionally getting through this pandemic. We have never been this isolated, it’s impossible to make plans because things change so quickly and we are all feeling the effects of it. We will be joined by longtime mental health…
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Niagara Housing Market
In our third episode, we welcome Stephen Canjar, Broker of Record and President of Peak Performers Realty, Barb Scarlett, Broker with Century 21 Today Realty and Neville Kidd, Senior Account Manager with Desjardins. We'll be chatting about what's happening in Niagara's real estate market right…
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COVID-19 American Experience vs Canadian Experience
In our second episode, we welcome Kory Schuler from the Niagara USA Chamber and Craig Turner from the World Trade Center Buffalo Niagara to discuss the differences between the Canadian and American experience with COVID-19. Plus, we'll cover what are businesses experiencing on both sides of the...
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Covid-19 Vaccine
In our first episode, we'll be discussing the COVID-19 vaccine with Aaron Boggio of the Boggio Family of Pharmacies, Mayor Redekop from the Town of Fort Erie, and Jeff Reuter of Reuter and Reilly Insurance. SUBSCRIBE TODAY! Find us now on iTunes and Spotify.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The South Niagara Chambers of Commerce is proud to back with Season 2 of South Niagara Conversations.Co-hosted by Chris Byrnes and Andrew Bilous of 105-1 The River, the podcast will be focused on issues that Niagara is talking about. It's Niagara Perspectives. Niagara Voices. Niagara Conversations.
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The South Niagara Chambers of Commerce is proud to back with Season 2 of South Niagara Conversations.Co-hosted by Chris Byrnes and Andrew Bilous of 105-1 The River, the podcast will be focused on issues that Niagara is talking about. It's Niagara Perspectives. Niagara Voices. Niagara Conversations.
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