MARCH 2021 MEMBER ENGAGEMENT: Annual General Meeting
Wednesday, March 10, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
We'll hear an address from Mayor Sulz, and we will formally welcome our newest members. All members in attendance will be asked to vote to adopt a new Bylaw, and to vote to approve our 2020 Financials as presented by BDO Dunwoody. See the Agenda here and view the 2020 Minutes here.
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IMPORTANT INFO: BUSINESS RECOVERY GRANT | CRITERIA & DEADLINE HAS CHANGED |
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The deadline has been extended from March 31, 2021 to August 31, 2021, and key criteria eligibility has adjusted.
The previous requirement for a business to have experienced at least a 70% revenue loss at some point in March or April 2020 has been adjusted. Now, a business is required to demonstrate only a 30% revenue loss in any one month between March 2020 to the point of application.
The $345-million Small and Medium Sized Business Recovery Grant program provides fully funded grants to businesses that employ up to 149 B.C. residents. Grants of $10,000 to a maximum of $30,000 are available, with up to an additional $5,000 to $15,000 available to tourism-related businesses.
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LOCAL SUPPORT MEASURES FOR YOUR BUSINESS FREE OF CHARGE.
Community Futures Outreach Contractor - Carolyn Gibson
Carolyn is available to offer hands-on assistance until the end of March! Contact her today to see how she can help you, whether it's with health and safety, wage subsidy applications, or for information about the new Provincial grant mentioned above. Click here for more information.
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INNOVATION ADVERTISING CONTEST
Don't miss out! Community Futures Revelstoke wants to give two lucky local businesses 6 months of FREE advertising! Let them know how you have made some innovative changes to your business for your chance to win! Click here to learn more.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Through your membership, you have access to preferred pricing and service on the First Data Payment Processing System! If they cannot beat your current processing fees, they'll give a $1,000 VISA gift card*.
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Are you utilizing your Chamber membership benefits? You have access to many exclusive marketing opportunities and benefits. Save time and money, or heighten your visibility to reach more customers.
We are proud to have incredible working partners that add real and practical value to your membership. Learn how to take full advantage of your Chamber membership!
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A BIG WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS!
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ROXY THEATRE
For decades, The Roxy has been the thing to do in Revelstoke and a welcome cinematic escape from everyday life. A place to immerse oneself in stories of love, courage, adventure and everything that is the silver screen. Since 1959, the art deco-style theatre has been a place to gather with friends, enjoy a first date, or spend a Saturday afternoon with the whole family!
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THE COPELAND
The new kid on the block, The Copeland adds a fresh opportunity for sophisticated lodging in the heart of Revelstoke, BC. The iconic heritage property formerly known as The McCarty House has been reimagined and revamped by new owners Lars Andrews and Billy Reilly. Their goal is to connect their guests, the community, and the mountains through refined accommodation and authentic experiences. Learn more here.
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REVELSTOKE SEARCH AND RESCUE SOCIETY
REVSAR is a provider of ground search and rescue service for Revelstoke and the surrounding area. They are 100% volunteer managed and staffed.
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BASECAMP PROPERTY MANAGEMENT - BASECAMP RESORT
Basecamp Revelstoke, the newest addition to the Basecamp Resorts family, is a boutique hotel resort designed for families, avid adventure seekers and powder junkies alike, providing epic views, modern amenities, and top notch service along with all of the comforts of home… and all for a reasonable price.
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TRACEY BUCKLEY | INDEPENDANT MEMBER
An active supporter of our Chamber, Tracey has served on our Board of Directors and as our President from 2018-2020. Tracey has joined our membership as an Independent member for 2021, and remains involved as our Past President.
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JAN 2021 COVID-19 SURVEY RESULTS FROM OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY. |
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The Chamber worked in partnership with Black Press to analyze some of the data from January's survey results. These findings were used to craft this report, which was sent to Mayor and Council.
We can help to support them in their decision making, by offering up-to-date information from a broader audience than what we can reach on our own.
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ILLEGAL SHORT TERM RENTALS. |
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We also included some of these findings in our letter to Mayor and Council regarding illegal short-term rentals. At a time when accommodators have been hit hard, we encourage the City of Revelstoke to do everything they can to expedite the process of having illegal short term rentals shut down. Read the letter here.
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ILLUMINATE SPIRIT REVELSTOKE SOCIETY. |
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There's a newly-formed society in town, made up some familiar faces! Their goal is to bring outdoor lighting to strategic areas in our city to welcome visitors and residents, and to create an enhanced year-round experience for all. Visit them on Facebook, and consider if your business would like to join the movement to light up Revelstoke. Click here to learn more.
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PERMANENT WHOLESALE LIQUOR PRICING.
B.C. restaurants can now permanently buy liquor at wholesale prices which will help the hospitality sector recover. Changes will allow restaurants, bars and tourism operators with liquor licenses to purchase beer, wine and spirits at the wholesale price set by the BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) are now in place permanently. Click here to learn more.
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VISITOR EXPERIENCE | VISITOR CENTRE UPDATES.
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KICKING HORSE CANYON UPDATES. |
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The first major closure for the Kicking Horse Canyon Project will begin April 12 until May 14. There will be a 24/7 extended closure where all traffic will be routed via Highways 93 & 95. Tourism Revelstoke is working collaboratively with Tourism Golden and Shuswap Tourism to educate visitors. We will be working closely with them to support this work. Click here to learn more about Getting into BC.
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VISITOR CENTRE HOURS.
DAILY: 8:30am - 4:30pm
WEEKENDS: 8:30am - 4:30pm | Closed 12:30 pm - 1:00pm
Please note, we have implemented a few changes to protect our employees, visitors and community:
- Maximum Capacity: One household / 5 people
- Mandatory hand sanitation when entering the facility
- Masks are mandatory
- New retail procedures
- Hourly cleaning
Encourage visitors to call us: Ph: 250.837.5345 | TF: 1.877.487.1493
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The Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce gratefully acknowledges that we live, work and play on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Sinixt, Ktunaxa, Secwepemc and the Syilx peoples.
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