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AMENDMENT INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE 2022 TO 2026 TERMS OF REFERENCE
That the objectives of the 2022 to 2026 International Relations Committee Terms of Reference be deleted and replaced with the following:
1. Trade Promotion - Increase bilateral trade between sister cities.
Actions:
* Surface Barrie companies looking for export opportunities.
* Connect companies with Invest Barrie to provide service for exporting.
KPI's:
* How many business interactions occur between Barrie businesses and sister cities.
* Number of meetings set up between business and Invest Barrie or sister cities.
2. Business Networking - International Relations Committee to facilitate networking opportunities for local businesses.
Actions:
* Facilitate introductions for Barrie businesses to new businesses from sister cities. Introductions to promote connection and discovery.
* Foster investment opportunities by connecting local businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors with counterparts in sister cities to encourage cross-border investments.
* Foster partnerships in specific industries where both cities have strengths, encouraging collaborations, joint ventures, and knowledge exchange to drive innovation and competitiveness.
KPI's:
* How many businesses interactions occur between Barrie businesses and sister cities.
* Number of developed partnerships, joint ventures, or collaborations developed.
3. Business Ambassadors supporting Invest Barrie - International Relations Committee can promote Barrie in international networks.
Actions:
* Host delegations coming to Barrie to learn more about the city.
* Arrange for delegations to come to Barrie by actively seeking out opportunities with sister cities.
KPI's:
* Number of investment opportunities brought forward by the International Relations Committee.
* Number of delegations hosted, visiting the City of Barrie.
4. Education and Workforce Development - Create a well-educated, skilled, and adaptable workforce tha...
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