WestShore Chamber of Commerce     

           May 8th, 2012

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Vision: to advance the growth, prosperity and sustainability of business and community life on the West Shore.

WestShore Chamber May Mixer  
 
Lynne's Little Elf & Garden Centre is celebrating 35 years on the West Shore!

Join Lynne & Tony in their stunning gardens for this unique mixer.

Wednesday, May 9th
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
1062 Goldstream Ave (next to Spencer Middle School)
 

Reminder: Although there will be tents in case of wet weather, this is an outdoor event so dress in comfortable shoes.
Prizes: The hosts will be donating multiple gift certificates and a floral hanging basket.


Free street parking and some spaces out front. Walk down driveway to back gardens.   
 

3rd Annual Social Media Camp

 

The WestShore Chamber is proud to once again partner with Chamber Member, Social Media Camp- Canada's largest social media education event!  

 

    For two full days of: 

  • Discussions with experts from across North America
  • Social Media Exploration
  • Sharing & Teaching
  • Networking

Chamber Members: Register before May 20th and receive $50 off!

Use code: WSC50 when registering  

 

Date: Friday, June 8th & Saturday, June 9th     

Location: Victoria Conference Centre

720 Douglas Street

 

Tickets are selling fast! Click here to register now.  


West Shore RCMP Open House   

WS RCMP Detachment   

Tour the Detachment, interact with Members and find out about the volunteer-driven programs that make a positive difference in the community.   

 

Date: Saturday, May 12th 

Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 

Location: 698 Atkins Avenue

 

Open House activities include: 

  • Tours departing every hour beginning at 10:30
  • BC Child Find- photograph & fingerprint your child
  • Police Dog & Tactical Team demos
  • Safety Bear & DARE Lion  
  • 10:15- Arrival of 2012 Tour de Rock Team  

Email Cst. J. Harrisson for more information 

Mother's Day Brunch at Bear Mountain Resort
  
 
Date: Sunday, May 13th  
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Westin Bear Mountain Report & Spa 

Your mom deserves the best, so why not treat her to brunch at The Westin.

 

Nestled high up on Bear Mountain she will be wowed by not only the incredible buffet featuring Chef Rennie's famous Eggs Benedict and the mouthwatering Roast Strip Loin but the incredible views!

 

We even offer a "child friendly" buffet featuring chicken fingers and mini pizzas, direct from the ovens of Bella Montagna.... and we do the dishes!! 
 Click here for more information.  
CBC's The Big Decision is looking for Canadian Companies!
CBC   

CBC is sending out the call to business owners who would like to participate in the second season of this show.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to partner with a
Dragon and receive national exposure for your company.

What type of companies can apply? 
  • Must have been in operation for at least three to five years, or more
  • Gross revenue of at least $500,000 per year 
  • More than five employees 
  • Privately held businesses, family businesses, partnerships, limited partnerships 
  • Must be willing to commit to being filmed on camera for up to a two-week period 
  • A business registered in Canada 
  • Fluent English speakers 

Click here for more information and to apply.  

Here's another chance to WIN a FREE ticket to the 3rd Annual Social Media Camp!
A $399 value!   

It's really easy, but read carefully!  
and send us this Tweet:

@wschamber1: I want to win tix to @SocMediaCamp

 Winner will be drawn Friday, May 11th
@
4 p.m.

BIG congratulations to last week's winner,
Avon's Angela Burnell
. She read, tweeted & won! 
Good Luck!
 

WestShore Women's SHOWCASE   

     

Network, Shop, Learn, Laugh   

Mingle with a diverse group of women, learn about female-led initiatives from five guest speakers and indulge in local products and services.

Enter to win the Grand Prize: A Sooke Getaway valued at more than $1000!

Date:  Saturday, May 19th, 2012
 
 Time: 10am - 4pm 
 Location: Olympic View Golf Club
643 Latoria Rd, Langford BC

Discounted Chamber Member pricing for exhibitors and guests.   

 

Call 250.478.1130 or email julie@westshore.bc.ca  
Curves Open House & National Curves Day!   
Curves Logo
Open House:

  May 14 - 19
National Curves Day: Date:
Thursday, May 17
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: 109- 2355 Millstream Road  
  • Refreshments
  • Massage
  • Prizes
  • FREE 30-Day Membership!   
Click here  for  more information.  
Victoria Music Festival Society presents:
PACIFIC TATTOO 
July 14 - 15


2 days of music featuring:

Brass-Reed Bands

Pipe Bands
, Dancing,
Fiddlers,   
Police Dog Demos
 www.pacifictattoo.ca
for more information. 

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