Lennox & Addington Chamber of Commerce

10/23/2026

💼 SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS: YOUR TEAM DESERVES BENEFITS, TOO! 👀

Think employee benefits are only for the big guys? Think again! 🙌

Running a small business comes with enough challenges. Finding ways to support your employees, attract great people and keep your business healthy shouldn't have to be another one.

Meet the Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan! 🍁

Designed with Canadian small businesses in mind, Chambers Plan offers flexible benefit options for businesses with 1 to 50+ employees.

And here's what makes it worth a closer look! 👇

✅ Health & Dental Benefits — Help your team access coverage for eligible health and dental expenses.

✅ Travel Coverage — Emergency out-of-country medical coverage is included with extended health plans.

✅ Life, Disability & Critical Illness Insurance — Explore options that can provide additional financial protection for employees and their families.

✅ Mental Health & Wellness Support — Access valuable resources to help support employee well-being.

✅ Business Support Beyond Benefits — Get access to resources and support that can help you navigate the challenges of running a business.

✅ Designed for Small Business — A not-for-profit, pooled plan with local advisor support and a focus on long-term value.

And you don't have to figure it all out on your own!

💡 Whether you're a solopreneur exploring your options or a growing business looking to offer more to your team, it's worth finding out what's possible.

📣 Lennox & Addington business community, have you explored Chambers Plan?

Connect with our local advisor!

Brad Way | FlexBEN

Because supporting the people behind your business is an investment worth exploring! ❤️

10/23/2026

🇮🇹 Celebrating One Year of The Italian Counter 🎉

One year ago today, the Lennox & Addington Chamber of Commerce was excited to help The Italian Counter celebrate its grand opening in downtown Napanee! 🇮🇹

Over the past year, Roberto and Francesca have been bringing a little taste of Italy to our community, and what a delicious addition they’ve been!

From homemade pasta and authentic sauces to fresh deli sandwiches, salads, espresso and lattes, imported Italian cheeses and other grocery items, ready-to-bake meals, desserts including those irresistible cannoli and tiramisu, there’s something for everyone to discover. Whether you’re stopping in to grab lunch, picking up something special for dinner, or searching for a taste of Italy, The Italian Counter offers a unique experience right here in our downtown. Did you know they offer catering too?

👏 Congratulations, Roberto and Francesca, on your first anniversary!

Thank you for choosing downtown Napanee to share your passion for Italian food and for being part of our local business community. We’re proud to celebrate our members and the unique businesses that help make Lennox & Addington such a wonderful place to live, work, shop, and visit.

Here's to many more years of success! 🥂🇮🇹

📍 The Italian Counter — 12 Dundas St. E, Napanee

10/21/2026

🎄🏆 MAY THE WORST SWEATER WIN! 🏆🎄

It's baaaack! Our Annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Business After 5 is returning to Shoeless Joe's for its 4th year, and it's time to prove that when it comes to holiday fashion, there's no such thing as too much tinsel! 😂

We're talking flashing lights, jingling bells, questionable colour combinations and sweaters so spectacularly ugly they deserve their own trophy!

👕 Who will claim the title of Ugliest Christmas Sweater of 2026? The competition is fierce. The fashion is questionable. And the bragging rights are REAL!

Join us for our final Business After 5 of the year — a festive evening of holiday cheer, appetizers and connecting with our wonderful local business community.

📅 Wednesday, November 25, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Shoeless Joe's Sports Grill, 17 McPherson Drive, Napanee

🎁 Proudly sponsored by Burke Printing and Touch of Wellness Aveda Spa & Medical Clinic.

Chamber members - FREE
Non-members $5 cash at the event

50/50 Raffle - 1 ticket $5 or 3 tickets for $10 (cash only)

🎟️ Space is limited — reserve your spot here:
https://l-achamber.ca/ugly-christmas-rsvp/
(MAXIMUM 2 PEOPLE PER BUSINESS)

So, dust off that eyesore, pile on the tinsel and prepare to sweater the competition! 😉

Remember: Good taste is optional. Ugliness is mandatory! 🎅

10/21/2026

A great way to support local!!

💕 Small Business Week | Supporting Healthcare Close to Home

This Small Business Week, we’re recognizing local businesses making a difference in our community!

Throughout October, Touch of Wellness Aveda Spa in Napanee is donating $25 from every Aveda Tulasara Facial and HydraFacial to the LACGH Foundation in support of Diagnostic Imaging at Lennox & Addington County General Hospital.

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this initiative is also helping raise awareness about the importance of breast health and regular mammogram screenings.

Thank you to Touch of Wellness for your generosity and continued commitment to supporting healthcare close to home!

💕 Book a facial this October and help make a difference!

10/21/2026

🍁 It’s Small Business Week, and we have something special to celebrate right here in Napanee! 🎉

This week, we’re shining a spotlight on some of the incredible businesses that make Lennox & Addington County such a great place to live, work, and do business.

Through our weekly Member in the Spotlight, we love sharing the stories behind our Chamber members and recognizing the passion, creativity, and hard work that go into building a local business. While Small Business Week gives us an extra reason to celebrate, supporting local businesses matters every single day!

🥤Today, we’re celebrating The County Bounty!

Did you know that this Napanee business is one of five finalists in Canada Post’s Tales of Triumph contest? 🇨🇦

Canada Post recognized The County Bounty for its innovative approach to supporting its local community, and we couldn't be prouder to see a local business receiving this kind of recognition!

And if you haven't tried their artisanal sodas yet, consider this your sign! 😉

The next time you reach for one of the big-name soda brands, why not try something made closer to home?

The County Bounty is our local name brand! 🙌

Behind every small business is a story, a dream, and people who work hard to make it happen. Let's show The County Bounty some love as they represent Napanee among these five finalists!

👏 Congratulations to The County Bounty on this exciting recognition!

Shop local. Support local. Be local. ❤️



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10/19/2026

Trade & Tariff Resources for Businesses

Many Ontario businesses—including small businesses—have been impacted by the on-going disruption to Canada-U.S. trade relations caused by tariffs on cross-border goods. The Ontario Chamber of Commerce continues to track these developments and has compiled a dedicated page with information and resources to help businesses navigate this situation.

Access the Resources Here: https://occ.ca/navigating-tariffs/

10/19/2026

Laptop and desktops gaming systems, monitors? ✔️
Printer? ✔️
Ink? ✔️
Toner? ✔️
Headphones and speakers ? ✔️
Keyboard and mice? ✔️
Chargers for all brands ? ✔️
Accessories and all types of cables and external data storage? ✔️
Fiber powered Internet? Absolutely. ✔️
And so much more all at great prices!

CanDo I.T. is your local stop for technology and internet services, serving customers from Kingston to Napanee to Belleville for over 20 years!

Whether you're getting ready for back to school, upgrading your home office, replacing an old laptop, or just need that one charger you somehow managed to lose again, we've got you covered!

📍 113 Richmond Blvd., Unit 6, Napanee, ON
📞 1-844-MYCANDO
🌐 www.mycandohome.ca

10/19/2026

🌟 MEMBER IN THE SPOTLIGHT

We’re excited to welcome Guardian Restoration as the newest member of the Lennox & Addington Chamber of Commerce! This family-owned, mother-and-daughter business, led by Jessica and Hannah, brings 26 years of combined construction and restoration experience to helping homeowners and businesses through unexpected property damage.

Serving Greater Napanee, Loyalist, Prince Edward County, Kingston and Belleville, Guardian Restoration offers 24/7 emergency response and guides clients through the restoration process, including their insurance claims. Their approach is built on honest communication, integrity and treating every client like a neighbour — providing support when it matters most.

Please join us in welcoming Jessica, Hannah and the Guardian Restoration team to our Chamber community! We look forward to connecting with them and supporting their business as they continue serving our region. Learn more about what they do at https://guardianfirst.ca/

10/16/2026

✂️🎉 15 Years of Style, Smiles & Making People Feel Fabulous! 🎉✂️

This morning, the Lennox & Addington Chamber of Commerce was delighted to celebrate a special milestone with one of our valued members, Michelle Edgar, owner of Divine Hair Studio & Boutique Napanee! 🥂

Fifteen years in business, Michelle, is certainly something to celebrate! That's 15 years of helping people look their best, feel confident, and leave the salon feeling just a little more divine! 😉

We were happy to mark the occasion with a ceremonial ribbon cutting and join in celebrating this wonderful achievement.

Congratulations to Michelle and the amazing team at Divine Hair Studio & Boutique on 15 years in business! Here's to continued success, many more happy clients, and plenty of fabulous hair days ahead! 💇‍♀️💇‍♂️✨

Thank you for being part of our local business community. ❤️

10/16/2026

✂️ Celebrating Business Milestones in Lennox & Addington and area!

🎈🎉Another ceremonial ribbon cutting today! Divine Hair Studio & Boutique Napanee is celebrating their 15th Anniversary!

Every business milestone deserves to be celebrated! 🎉

The Lennox & Addington Chamber of Commerce is pleased to offer ceremonial ribbon-cutting services to both Chamber members and non-members to help mark special moments in their business journey.

Whether it's a grand opening, reopening, business anniversary, expansion, or another special occasion, we'd love to help you celebrate!

Here's how we help make your milestone special:
✂️ We provide the ceremonial ribbon and scissors.
📣 We help recognize your business and its achievement.
🤝 We extend invitations to local elected officials and media to join us in celebrating the occasion.

These celebrations are an opportunity to recognize the hard work, dedication, and investment that go into building a business in our communities. They also provide a chance to bring people together in support of local business.

As the Lennox & Addington Chamber of Commerce, our focus is on celebrating business, strengthening connections, and supporting the people who contribute to our local economy.

Have a milestone coming up? We'd love to hear from you!

📩 Contact the Chamber at [email protected] to learn more about arranging a ceremonial ribbon cutting.

Lennox & Addington Chamber of Commerce
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