Good afternoon,
Keeping you up to date is important to us. We want you to stay in the loop and informed about everything happening in the Richmond business community and your chamber this month.
If you have an item you would like to be featured in the next newsletter, please reach out to Aleena Hussain.
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In his 2023 Annual Address, Mayor Malcolm Brodie will look at how the City has emerged from the challenges of the past two years and the initiatives underway to foster a safe and resilient environment for residents and businesses.
This in-person event will also feature a fireside chat and Q&A session over a delicious meal. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from our City's leader and engage in a meaningful dialogue about the future of Richmond.
WHEN:
Thursday, March 2nd, 2023
11:15 am - 1:45 pm
WHERE:
Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel
7551 Westminster Hwy
TICKETS:
General Admission - Individual: $95 + GST
General Admission - Table of 10:: $890 + GST
Chamber Member - Individual: $65 + GST
Chamber Member - Table of 10: $600 + GST
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Join other Richmond Chamber of Commerce members for a fun and light-hearted standup networking reception with our hosts, Vivid Green Architecture!
WHERE:
Vivid Green Architecture
1141 – 11871 Horseshoe Way, Richmond
WHEN:
Thursday, February 16th
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
TICKETS:
Free & exclusive to Richmond Chamber members.
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You are invited to connect with fellow professionals in a structured networking event, followed by casual networking over dim sum style snacks at one of Richmond’s most delicious Chinese-style restaurants.
WHERE:
Fortune Terrace Chinese Cuisine
6200 River Rd #130, Richmond, BC V7C 0B1
WHEN:
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
TICKETS:
General Admission: $55 (+GST)
Chamber Members: $32 (+GST)
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THANK YOU TO THE EVENT SPONSORS: |
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Join this workshop series to learn best practices in board governance from Deb McClelland.
These sessions are ideal for non-profit executives and board members.
WHEN:
May 24th – 3:00pm – 4:30pm
May 31st – 3:00pm – 4:30pm
June 7th – 3:00pm – 4:30pm
WHERE:
Delivered virtually via Zoom
TICKETS:
Non- Members: $200 + GST
Chamber Members: $125 + GST
Early-Bird Rate: Register by April 1st to receive $30 off your registration
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In 2021, the Federal government formally recognized National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as a statutory holiday. This meant that all federal government organizations, federally regulated workplaces (e.g., banks, airlines, post offices etc), and many crowned organizations observed the statutory holiday.
Yesterday, the Province announced that September 30th will be a statutory holiday in B.C. beginning this year. This means that all private sector workplaces will observe the holiday.
This new provincial statutory day of commemoration responds to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action No. 80, which called on the federal government to establish a holiday to honour survivors, their families and communities.
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The Royal BC Museum plans to undertake a multi-year, province-wide engagement plan to listen to the people of British Columbia and gather feedback with respect to the future of the museum.
Phase 1 will begin with in-person and virtual information and dialogue sessions which will inform the public of the surveys and longer-term engagement plans. Feedback from these important conversations will be analyzed and relied on for the development of the museum’s formal Phase 2 Engagement Strategy.
Phase 2 involves deeper engagement work throughout the province, progressing through the stages of consulting with, involving and collaborating with the public. This approach, evolving through different stages of public engagement, is intended to help the museum and its diverse audiences envision the future of the museum together.
We are asking everyone across BC to participate in public engagement on the future of the museum, and throughout both phases of the engagement process.
Join us as we embark on this important journey that will help shape the modernization of the museum.
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Nominations are open now for the Richmond Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Members who meet eligibility requirements are invited to submit their nomination packages. |
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Eligibility Requirements:
1) Your company is a member in good standing for a minimum of one year;
2) Free of any conflict of interest;
3) Willing and able to attend board meetings on a regular basis;
4) Familiar with the Richmond Chamber of Commerce’s operations and activities;
5) Involved at a level that demonstrates an ongoing commitment to the Chamber’s goals and objectives.
The deadline for applications is 5:00pm February 13th, 2023.
*If you need help to identify potential nominators, please call our office at 604-278-2822.
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The Richmond Multicultural Community Association is working to support a large number of refugees, including people displaced from Ukraine and Afghanistan, in their resettlement process in Canada. These individuals bring a wealth of experience, talent, and skills to our community.
Employment is a key factor in the successful integration of refugees into their new home, and we are reaching out to local employers to see if they can support these refugees as employees. These individuals currently have three-year work permits. We’ve heard from many local employers that they are currently struggling to fill positions.
If you are interested in learning more about how you can help, and alleviate your business’ skills shortage, please follow the link below, to add your contact information to our list of supportive businesses.
Current clients of RMCS have skills and experience in:
- Food processing and handling
- Auto service
- Construction & labour
- Information technology
- Accounting
- Massage therapy
- Hair styling
- Cleaning & building maintenance
- And more…
By joining this list, you will be demonstrating your commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive community for all, and you will also be supporting the resettlement efforts of the Richmond Multicultural Community Association.
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As part of the Government of Canada’s National Quantum Strategy,
PacifiCan is delivering the Regional Quantum Initiative in British Columbia (B.C.).
This fund will help companies and not-for-profit organizations advance and commercialize quantum products and solutions for domestic and global markets.
Areas of focus for the initiative include:
- quantum computing
- quantum sensors
- quantum communications technology
- quantum materials
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To help the province’s goods movement system become smarter, cleaner and more competitive, B.C.’s Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MoTI) is developing a Goods Movement Strategy.
To inform the Strategy, MoTI, is conducting a brief survey of B.C. businesses that are involved with exporting or importing goods across the U.S. border or internationally.
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Your participation will help BC Chamber better understand the needs of both employers and job seekers, identify appropriate solutions to improve and innovate employment practices and inform future program and public policy decisions in BC.
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Owned by Sophie Manfredi, True Conditioning is a full-service fitness and health studio that offers personal training, group fitness, nutrition coaching, and much more.
Sophie describes it as a holistic fitness studio that is a one-stop shop for all your fitness and health needs.
With a marketing degree, trainer certification, and passion for health, fitness, and sports, Sophie helped establish True Conditioning in 2014, alongside her now-husband Ryan.
Read about the journey Sophie took to transform True Conditioning from an 1,800 sq ft gym to a 4,000 sq ft fitness studio.
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Resources for Black History Month from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce |
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February is Black history month in Canada. Black-owned and/or led businesses face systemic barriers to growth, sustainability, and success, including racism, limited access to capital, and a lack of robust networks and support.
For information on available support and Black-led business associations, reach out to the organizations listed below:
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Are you interested in being a part of shaping Richmond's growing tourism sector?
Tourism Richmond is a destination marketing organization that promotes and ensures that Richmond benefits from a thriving visitor economy.
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Did you know that 94% of BC residents feel that tourism plays an important role in the well-being of the economy, and 79% of residents feel that tourism supports local businesses?
Call for applications for Tourism Richmond Association Director positions:
✔️ Richmond Council is seeking applications
✔️ 3 Board of Director volunteer positions open
✔️ Deadline to apply: Friday, Feb. 17, 2023
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Fusion Genomics has established a fully automated, first-of-its-kind infectious-disease surveillance facility at Toronto Pearson International Airport.
The facility, which uses Fusion’s DNA sequencing-based ONETest platform, will allow detection of SARS-CoV-2 and other respiratory pathogens in wastewater effluent from airplanes and terminal facilities at Canada’s busiest airport.
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The Richmond Women's Resource Centre is hosting its annual International Women’s Day Celebration and Auction on March 4th at Lipont Place.
The event will feature artwork from emerging women artists, light refreshments, engaging speakers, and a silent auction. The silent auction is set to go live from Feb 18th until March 18th. RWRC is currently gathering auction prizes.
To make a donation email kelly@richmondwomenscentre.org.
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THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMBER PARTNERS |
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Richmond Chamber of Commerce
604.278.2822
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