Connect. Engage. Achieve. Feb. 28/2014 · Latest Infoline BC Stats BDC Business ViewPoints Survey...
8
Having trouble viewing this email? Click here You're receiving this email because you have expressed an interest in Duncan-Cowichan Chamber of Commerce. Don't forget to add [email protected] to your address book so we'll be sure to land in your inbox! You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails. Connect. Engage. Achieve. Feb. 28/2014 Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce eNews Follow us The Black Tie Awards & Auction are Sat. Apr. 5 at Brentwood College School Welcome Black Tie Awards Sponsors for 2014 ... Black Tie Gold and Silver Sponsorships now available Sponsorship Opportunities start at just $175 Contact Elizabeth Croft for details: [email protected] 250.748.1111
Transcript of Connect. Engage. Achieve. Feb. 28/2014 · Latest Infoline BC Stats BDC Business ViewPoints Survey...
Having trouble viewing this email? Click here
You're receiving this email because you have expressed an interest in Duncan-Cowichan Chamber ofCommerce. Don't forget to add [email protected] to your address book so we'll be sure to landin your inbox! You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails.
Connect. Engage. Achieve. Feb. 28/2014
Duncan Cowichan Chamber of
Commerce eNews
Follow us
The Black Tie Awards & Auction are
Sat. Apr. 5 at Brentwood College School
Welcome Black Tie Awards Sponsors for 2014 ...
Black Tie Gold and Silver Sponsorships now available
Sponsorship Opportunities start at just $175
Contact Elizabeth Croft for details: [email protected] 250.748.1111
BC Chamber News
BC Chamber Applauds Latest
Budget
BC Chamber Latest Public
Affairs Update
Insight Newsletter
In the News
BC Jobs Update Newsletter
Tourism Vancouver Island
Lush Eco Lawns Feb
Newsletter
Latest Infoline BC Stats
BDC Business ViewPoints
Survey Data
Local News On-line
HQ Cowichan Valley
Cowichan Valley Citizen
Cowichan News Leader
TastetheCowichan
Community Events
Benefit Providers
Funding for Business
Listing of Wage, Training
& Other HR Funding
Chamber News & Events
Chamber Events Take a March Break
We will not be holding a monthly luncheon, lunch n learn or mixer in March.
Historically, it has been difficult to get attendance to March events due to spring
break. Plus we are gearing up to host another spectacular Black Tie & Auction on
April 5.
Chamber Partners with Global Vocational and Dynamic HR Solutions on Part 3
of the 2014 Employer Forums - March 27
Part 1 and 2 of this series were excellent: Interviewing Skills and Retention and
Attraction. March 27 features Employee Engagement. These are 2 hour sessions,
free to Chamber Members. Every business looking to recruit, retain and engage
employees should be attending these forums. RSVP to
[email protected] or 250-597-1901
Cowichan Job Fair - Mar. 25 - Excellent Opportunity for Employers & JobS
seekers
Global Vocational Services, the Cowichan WorkBC Employment Services Centre for
Cowichan is hosting the 2nd annual Cowichan Job Fair. Last year, businesses filled
one hall at Quw'utzun Cultural Centre with 800 prospective employees in
attendance. This year, the Job Fair will expand to 2 Halls. Businesses exhibit for
free! If you are a business who is hiring now, or recruiting for the future, the Job
Fair is an exceptional efficient way to find top employees. Registration is required.
Cowichan Job Fair 2014
Tues. Mar. 25, 10 am - 3 pm
Quw'utzun' Cultural and Conference Centre, 200 Cowichan Way
Register online here, or RSVP to: [email protected] T: 250.748.8990
BLACK TIE AWARDS AND AUCTION - April 5, Brentwood College
Nominees Names Released Next Week
Thanks to everyone who nominated businesses or individuals for a Black Tie 2014
Awards. A full list of nominees will be published next week, followed by the 3
finalists for each of the 8 Award categories. Watch your inbox for these
announcements!
Black Tie tickets now on sale - Reserve your seats!
Tickets are being printed as we speak! Don't wait to reserve your seats for what is
sure to be a stunning evening at Brentwood College on April 5. Last year, we sold
out in just one week, following the announcement of our finalists. Online payment
processing will also be available next week. We encourage you to contact us to
reserve your seats and request any special seating arrangements with other
colleagues and associates - we can arrange payment thereafter. Black Tie tickets
are $85 plus gst. Contact Sonja or Suelle at 250-748-1111
Global Vocational Wage
Subsidy Program
Western Diversification
Funding
Resources for Small
Business
New BC Requirements for
Anti-Harassment at Work
Sm. Bus. to Workplace
Harassment & Bullying
BDC FREE Website
Analysis Tool
Mobile Business Licence for
Vancouver Island Now Avail.
Official Trade & Investment
Site for BC
Mentorship BC
Women's Enterprise Centre -
Free Resources
W.E.P. Funding for Non-
Profit Organizations
Province of BC - Business
Management Tools
Small Business BC - Business
Education 0nline
Opportunities
CVRD Tenders & RFP's
Provincial Bid
Opportunities on BC Bid
Government of Canada
tender notices
Crooks Hall - venue for Black Tie 2014
Accepting Items for Fundraising Auction for the Black Tie
Awards
We are ramping up for another stunning Black Tie Awards & Auction evening on
April 5, 2014. This is the 18th year of the Awards which honour excellence in volunteerism and business
throughout the Cowichan region. The Awards are also a fundraising event for the
Chamber, and we are reaching out to businesses for donations to the Silent
Auction. Please consider being part of the Awards by donating a product or service
- items of all values are welcome.
The Black Tie Awards take place Saturday, April 5 in the
spectacular waterfront setting at Brentwood College. Your donations will be
beautifully displayed to an enthusiastic audience at this prestigious event; we
anticipate 250 in attendance.
Confirmation of your support would be appreciated as soon as possible so that so
we can organize a great auction and best represent your donation.
Special thanks to all who have already enthusiastically
replied to our initial request.
Fundraising Team: Auction & Silent Auction
Kirsty Grant: [email protected] T: 250.746,4636
Save the Date for these MAY events
Randy Bertsch, COO, Island Savings Guest Speaker at May 1 Luncheon
Randy Bertsch, Chief Operating Officer of Island Savings presents at the Chamber's May 1 luncheon. Mr. Bertsch will
provide an overview of Island Savings' new partnership with First West. Through First West's partnership model, Island
Savings retains its local brand, leadership, decision-making and Island-centred community focus. See the media
release here, and attend this event to hear the details and understand how the partnership will benefit our community.
Randy Bertsch, Chief Operating Officer, Island Savings
Guest Speaker at May 1 Chamber Luncheon
Duncan Travelodge, 140 Trans Canada Hwy.
Members $26.25 Non-members $36.75
RSVP: [email protected] T: 250.748.1111
11:30 - Noon Networking & Registration; Noon - 1:00 pm Buffet & Presentation
Mixer at Pratz Bookkeeping and Tax
Corrine Pratz of Pratz Bookkeeping & Tax is hosting a Chamber Mixer on May 15 (at the close of tax season) Come see
Corrine and her colleagues at their new downtown location at 166 Station St. Good company, good food and good
networking.
Pratz Bookkeeping & Tax Hosts Chamber Mixer
Thurs. May 15/14, 5:30 pm
166 Station St.
RSVP to: [email protected] T: 250.748.1111
2014 Cowichan Vacation Guide - supplies available
Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre has supplies available of the new 2014 Cowichan Vacation Guide
Stock up with a supply prior to the busy tourist season. 50 in a box. Pop by the Centre or contact Kirsty Grant to hold
some for your business. 250-746-4636 [email protected]
Once Upon a Day Cowichan - new supply of DVD's now available
Just arrived - a new supply of the longer 45 minute version DVD of Once Upon a Day Cowichan
These are available in the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre for $7.95 plus tax. Bulk orders (over 20 copies) are
available at $5.00 each. These can be resold in your business for $7.95. Perfect for B&B's, hotels, tourism operators
or retailers. Contact Kirsty Grant for your supply. 250-746-4636 [email protected]
Once Upon a Day... Cowichan - over 110,000 views!
This Just In ...
Mentorship BC Seeks Your Input
Mentorship is seeking business input to help improve the programs they offer to small business. The online survey is a
single page, takes about 2 minutes to complete. And you can be eligible to win a 16GB iPad Mini. Follow the link below.
Mentorship BC Survey
Find out more about the MentorshipBC programs here.
Social Media is Simple - LinkedIn - Mar. 13Brenda Burch of Social Media is Simple is offering the "How to Create an Excellent LiinkedIn Profile". The first sessionin Feb. sold out early - so Brenda is offering this popular session again on Mar. 13. LinkedIn is emerging as one of thebest Social Media tools for developing new prospects, strengthening your business and personal brand, marketingusing laser-sharp demographic tailoring, educating, and connecting you with your business community. On LinkedIn,success starts with a great profile that includes the correct information communicated in the right tone, with the rightkeywords. This is a hands on training session (please bring your tablet or laptop) and we will go through - section by section - thevarious sections of a LinkedIn profile, what each section means and the optimum way to complete it. As always, a Brenda-led training seminar includes lots of learning in a comfortable and relaxed setting with a dash ofhumour. Coffee and tea is provided and you are most welcome to bring your lunch.
How to Create an Excellent Linked In Profilewith Brenda Burch of Social Media is Simple
Thurs. Mar. 13, Noon - 1:30 pm$30
Dynamic HR Solutions Boardroom, 64 Station St.
THIS Event is a NEW event, being held March 13th, to accommodate those unable to attend
the sold out Event originally held on February 19th.
Seven Ways to Prevent Retail Crime - Video Available OnlineCommunity Policy encourages Chamber members to view excellent video series about simple, practical, cost effectivesteps to keep your business safe from crime. Each video is just 3 minutes and cites proven CPTED techniques - CrimePrevention Through Environmental Design. Please feel free to share this link with your network.
Seven Ways to Prevent Retail Crime
Read about Crime Prevention Through Environmental (CPTED)Design on Wikipedia.
Community Policing Website
E: [email protected] T: 250.701.9146
Cowichan Talks: Benefiting Business Through Diversity - Mar. 19
The Cowichan Intercultural Society and their partners present an evening of presentations and panel discussions on the
diversity advantage and how it contributes to community sustainability and business growth. Be sure to attend to hear
keynote speaker Alden E. Habacon - Diversity and Inclusion Specialist at UBC. Cowichan Talks takes place at Cherry
Point Vineyards; tickets include canapes and dessert by Amuse on the Vineyard and the wines of Cherry Point Estate.
Tickets available through Cowichan Intercultural Society or at the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre.
Cowichan Talks
Wed. Mar. 19, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Please register and pick up your tickets by Mar. 14.
Cherry Point Vineyards, 840 Cherry Point Rd.
For tickets contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
Or purchase in person at the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre
Click here for the Cowichan Talks Schedule of Events
Cowichan Talks partners: Gov't of Canada, WelcomeBC, Vancouver Island University,
Global Vocational Services, Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce,
Economic Development Cowichan and the Duncan Business Improvement Association.
Co-Op Housing Presentation with Thom Armstrong, Co-op Housing Federation of BC, Mar. 14
Cowichan Co-operative Connections and the Cowichan Region Affordable Housing Directorate present "Housing Co-
operatives: A solution to the affordable housing problem in the Cowichan region". Thom Armstrong is the Executive
Director of the Co-op Housing Federation of BC. He will discuss how to create housing co-ops in a workshop setting.
The event is Fri. Mar. 7 at 7:00 pm in the Lecture Theatre at Vancouver Island University.
Housing Co-op's
Presenter: Thom Armstrong, Co-op Housing Federation of BC
Fri. Mar. 14, 7:00 pm
Lecture Theatre, Vancouver Island University
2011 University Way
Contact Roger Hart to register. E: [email protected] T: 250.715.3039
Merridale and Unsworth Contest - Grand Prize One Night Yurt Stay, Dinner for 2 and Basket of Goodies
Merridale and Unsworth Vineyards are giving away a romantic night in the country with a one night stay in Merridale's
yurt, dinner for two at Unsworth Vineyards, and a basket of goodies from both places as one big grand prize. The
contest starts today and goes until April 30th. Grand prize draw is on May 15th when the winner is announced. Enter
online at either Merridale or Unsworth Vineyards.
Enter Online at Merridale
Enter Online at Unsworth Vineyards
More News & Events
Required Anti-Bullying Workplace Training Available Online - Special Member Pricing
The BC Chamber has partnered with the Respect Group Inc. to offer a 1.5 hour online training program for all
employees of chambers and their members. This program will assist so they are in compliance with the new workplace
discrimination, bullying and harassment provincial law (Bill 14, which came into force Nov. 1, 2013). RGI meets the
training requirements as outlined in the WorkSafeBC legislation/toolkit. Fast, effective, accredited and economical,
the course is $32 for members (regularly $40). Contact the office to get your access code and have the required
training done by the end of the day.
Bill 14 Training Requirement Available Online - Special Member Pricing
Contact: [email protected] T: 250.748.1111
FAQ - What Business Needs to Know
Legal Shield Presentation, Monday, March 3, 6:30 p.m.
This event was rescheudled due to the snow on Monday. It is now being held on Monday, MAR 3, 6:30 p.m. LegalShield
presenters will share how to access the law affordably to protect your families, businesses and employees.
Contact, Michelle Plain, Independent Associate, LegalShield Canada 250-701-1683 [email protected]
Location: H & R Block Small Business services office in Duncan by the Boston Pizza, #3- 5845 Trans Canada Hwy.
Wellness Workshop from Wendy Bowen of Start Line Health & Wellness Mar. 3
Are you a busy, entrepreneurial woman, who finds that there are not enough hours in the day? Are you skipping meals,
exercise, and maybe even the occasional bathroom break, just to get it all done? Are you feeling sleep deprived? Are
you tired of always being exhausted? Join Wendy Bowen, successful business owner, entrepreneur, health and wellness
advocate, physiotherapist and athlete as she reviews common lifestyle habits of the busy professional woman and how
these often lead to adrenal exhaustion. In this workshop you will be introduced to several strategies that when
implemented are effective for reducing the negative effects of a busy lifestyle. You will learn how to be successful
without exhausting yourself.
3 Key Strategies for the Busy Woman To Be Productive Without the Exhaustion
with Wendy Bowen of Start Line Health & Wellness
Mon. Mar. 3, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
$25
Start Line Health & Wellness Group, #202 - 2640 Beverly St.
Register online or call 250.746.7463
Click here to see more sessions in Wendy's Workshop Series
Meet and Greet with BC Finance Minister, Cowichan Bay, March 11
The BC Liberals Cowichan Bay Riding Association presents An Evening with BC Finance Minister Mike de Jong on Tues.
Mar. 6, 6:00 pm at the Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay. Tickets are available online and include drinks, reception &
dinner.
An Evening with the Finance Minister
Keynote Speaker: Mike de Jong, BC Finance Minister
Tues. Mar. 11 at 6:00 pm
Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay
1681 Cowichan Bay Road, Cowichan Bay, BC
Tickets $150 ~ ($100 eligible for tax receipt)
Tickets available online here
Contact Steve Housser, BC Liberals Cowichan Bay Riding Association for details. E: [email protected]
UCBM Special Committee on BC Ferries - Members Requested to Participate in Online Survey
British Columbia local governments have formed a Special Committee to examine the economic significance of BC
Ferries cutbacks and fare increases. The Special Committee has been jointly established by the Association of
Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities and the Union of B.C. Municipalities, along with the Ferry Advisory
Committee Chairs and Coastal Regional District Chairs. The Special Committee will oversee the work of a consultant
who will conduct an analysis to estimate the economic significance of the proposed BC Ferries service reductions on
communities. The first report is expected later this month. The Committee is also interested in your input. Please
follow the link and submit your opinions regarding the ferry system.
UCBC Forms Special Committee on BC Ferries
See the media release here.
Submit your input via the online survey.
Pratz Bookkeeping & Tax - Extended Hours for Tax Season - Chamber Member Discount
Pratz Bookkeeping and Tax is running extended hours for tax season to make it easier for you to get in and get those
taxes done! The extended hours run from March 1 - April 30:
Monday to Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturdays: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Chamber Members receive $5 off a personal return and $25 off a business return.
Pratz Bookkeeping & Tax
166 Station St.
Duncan 250-597-2114
Call and make an appointment to see us in our new location on Station St.
Spring & Summer Courses at VIU - Spring Summer Calendar Now Available
ART:
Native Drum MakingSaturday April 5, 1-4pm
Spring Splendor in Watercolour with Bryony Wynne-Jones, Saturday April 26, 9-4
Writing/Acting:
Write Me, Bite Me, Wed. Mar. 19 - May 7, 6:30-9:30 pm
The Craft of Acting, Tues. Mar. 25 - May 13, 7-9 pm
Words to Dine On: Introduction to Food Writing, Sat. Apr. 5 & 12, 10:00 am - 4:30
Community Extension Spring & Summer Courses
Call us to register today! 250-746-3519 ~ 1-888-747-3519 or
Avoid disappointment and Register Online today.
Community Extension & Contract Services
Vancouver Island University, Cowichan Campus
Amazing Video
Dogs Love a Snow Day Too
http://blog.petflow.com/two-dogs-encountered-snow-for-the-first-time-what-they-did-is-ridiculous/
Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce
New address:
2896 Drinkwater Road
Duncan, BC V9L 2C6
E: [email protected] | T: 250.748.1111 | F: 250.746.8222
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Forward this email
This email was sent to [email protected] by [email protected] | Update Profile/Email Address | Rapid removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy.
Duncan-Cowichan Chamber of Commerce | Unit 8 - 361 Trans Canadaa Hwy | Duncan | BC | V9L 6Y1 |Canada
