Volume 01 | April 2022
Welcome, Members!
Dear Chamber Members,

Welcome to the Lillooet Chamber's very first newsletter! In this monthly edition you will find Chamber events, project updates, advocacy efforts, and partner updates. As Lillooet's largest business association we commit to keeping our members informed about everything that happens in Lillooet and is relevant to your business. As a member of the Chamber, you can feel free to reach out anytime to our staff and discuss your concerns and ideas.

Happy Reading!

Johannes Bodendorfer
Lillooet & District Chamber of Commerce
Business Advocacy
Council Meeting - Moved to April 20th @ 5pm
The Lillooet & District Chamber of Commerce actively participates in most council meetings. We make sure decisions are made in the best interest of businesses, and discuss various topics with District staff. We advocate on behalf of our members for improved services and a better business climate.

Recent considerations included:
  • Location of the farmers market
  • Variance on building permits
  • Municipal tax rates
BC Budget 2022 - Chambers React
The BC government unveiled its 2022 budget in February. The BC Chamber of Commerce network of over 150 local Chambers is actively discussing the implications from the budget and its strengths and weaknesses. One thing is clear: the cost of doing business is too high in BC.

The Lillooet Chamber team actively shares ideas and suggestions on provincial policy with the network, and advocates for reducing the cost of doing business in BC. We are building support amongst the network for topics close at heart: regional transportation, healthcare, and Covid-19.
Zoning Bylaw Updates - Coming June 2022

The District of Lillooet has started the process of reviewing its zoning bylaws for residential, commercial, and industrial properties in Lillooet. The project plan was approved during the February meeting and lays out the timeline for the review. Until June 2022 the District will review its bylaws internally, and present them publicly around June.

The Lillooet Chamber will actively solicit feedback from businesses about zoning updates, and be involved throughout the entire process. If you have ideas around changes in the allowed zoning categories, please reach out at info@lillooetchamber.ca

Stay tuned for more!

Upcoming Chamber Events
Lillooet Job Fair - April 13th
Local service agencies are hosting a Career Fair to bring employers, service providers and job seekers together on Wednesday April 13, 2022 from 10:00am to 4:00pm at the Lillooet Recreation Centre Gym.

This event is free to attend.

Chamber AGM & Social - April 21st
Please join our 2022 Annual General Meeting & Social. This is our first social networking event, and intended to inform our members about Chamber projects as well as provide an opportunity for networking among the membership.
 
The event will be held on April 21st from 6 - 7:30pm at the Miyazaki House. The Chamber will provide free drinks and entertainment.

The event is open to paid members of the Lillooet Chamber.
Community Hub Open House - April 28th
Join the Hub in celebrating new offices for community organizations from 3pm - 7pm!

Five community organizations are joining the Hub: Lillooet Learns, the Lillooet Chamber, Lillooet Restorative Justice, Lillooet Agriculture & Food Society, and the Lillooet Regional Invasive Species Society. Additional "hot desks" are available for businesses.
Past Event: Healthcare for Your Staff
Thank you for an amazing presentation about Chamber Health Benefits. Any Chamber member can receive health benefits through the Chamber network. Benefits include extended health, dental, physio & more.

Are you interested in getting health benefits for your employees? Email us today at info@lillooetchamber.ca
Partner Updates
Covid-19 Restrictions Lifting
The last set of Covid-19 restrictions are set to lift on April 8th, 2022 at 12:01am. Showing the BC Vaccine Card proof of vaccination to access non-essential events, services and businesses will no longer be required. The remainder of the Workplace Safety Order will be lifted, which means businesses will transition back to communicable disease plans to reduce risk of all communicable disease.

Interior & Northern Work Integrated Learning
Students from UBCO, TRU, and UNBC are eager to connect with local employers for impactful co-op and work-integrated learning experiences. If you are interested in recruiting co-op or work-integrated learning students this summer, or sharing information with organizations who may benefit, visit the link below.
Become a Chamber Member
Chamber Membership has its perks.
  • Join Over 100 Active Lillooet Businesses
  • Strengthen Your Professional Network
  • Participate in Exclusive Chamber Events
  • Receive Benefits & Discounts in Town