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Message from KACC Executive Director

There has been a lot of news being thrown at everyone lately and some uncertainty. Things seem to be changing daily and we realize it is hard for business owners to stay informed. A good resource is the Canadian Chamber website if you are looking for up to date info and how it related to businesses. https://chamber.ca/

Hoping Spring will be here to stay soon and look forward to seeing you at some of our upcoming events.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! (more info below)

Wed, April 9th - KACC Food Crawl Workshop 2.0

Mon, April 14th - Federal Candidate Debate

Fri, April 25th - KACC Casino Night - Clinton Hills

Thur, May 22nd - KACC Golf Tournament - Anderson's Creek

Sat, May 31st - Joint Trivia Night at the New London Community Complex

If you are interested in becoming more involved with the KACC, please reach out! kensingtonandareachamber@gmail.com

Please follow our social media accounts @ktownchamber to keep up to date on events, learn more about the benefits offered and your fellow members!

Every dollar spent at a locally run business – whether it’s a small independent, a franchise, or part of a chain – helps keep jobs in our community and protects our provincial economy.

We all have a role to play in protecting local jobs and keeping our economy strong. Whether you’re a consumer, business owner, or community leader, prioritizing spending with locally run businesses, in person or online, makes a real and impactful difference.

Historically, in times of need, Islanders have shown up for each other. Every. Single. Time. It’s time again.

Please follow us on Social Media @shoplocalpei and be sure to tag us in your posts!

UPCOMNG EVENTS

Food Crawl Workshop 2.0: A New Spin on Collaboration & Creativity!

We’re excited to announce Food Crawl Workshop #2 happening on Tuesday, April 9 starting at 12:30pm—and it will be our final funded event, so let’s make it count!

Help us wrap up this series with great participation, fresh ideas, and, of course… delicious food.

If you haven’t experienced a Food Crawl Workshop yet, here’s the deal:

This is not your typical business event. It’s a fun, informal, and hands-on workshop where we combine local eats with creative thinking to tackle real business challenges.

What’s involved:

Three stops at local spots (Island Stone Pub + Willow Bakery)

Three rounds of delicious food—think burger sliders, mini fish, and cinnamon rolls

Three creative phases of problem-solving

One dynamic group of local business owners and operators

Got a challenge you'd love help with?

We’re inviting a few participants to bring forward a real business challenge they’d love fresh perspectives on. It could be anything from a big decision you're weighing to a frustrating problem you can’t quite solve. If you’ve got something on your mind, this is a perfect chance to get collective insights from your peers!

Want to put a challenge forward? Just reply to this email or send us a quick message.

No challenge? No problem!

Even if you don’t have a specific challenge in mind, we still have plenty to explore, including:

How might we retain employees and keep them happy and motivated—without constantly increasing salaries?

How might we encourage more peer-to-peer support and mentorship to unlock cross-generational knowledge transfer? (So we capture the expertise of people who’ve been there forever!)

Whether you’re coming to brainstorm, contribute, or just connect with other business owners who get it, this is your chance to engage in meaningful conversations, exchange ideas, and leave with real insights—all while enjoying a fantastic local food experience.

$10 for Chamber Members and $20 for non-members

Spots are limited—register online here! 

Let’s make this Food Crawl Workshop more than just a problem-solving session—let’s make it a space for connection, creativity, and shared success!

Tickets are available for the KACC President's Casino Night!

Come on out for a fun evening of games for prizes and socializing! All are welcome!

We are celebrating the KACC President, Iain McCarvill and the rest of the volunteer KACC Board of Directors for this year! Tickets are $25 for Chamber Members and $30 for non-members.

There will be munchies, prizes, networking and lots of fun!

Friday, April 25th!

Doors open at 7:00pm.

Thank you to the Title Sponsor, Town of Kensington and the event sponsors for supporting this event!

Purchase tickets online at or contact Julie at kensingtonandareachamber@gmail.com for tickets.

The KACC Chamber Board is very excited to be kicking off the golf season by hosting their golf tournament on Thursday, May 22nd at Anderson’s Creek Golf Club. Thank you to Scotia Wealth Management (Wade Hulbert) for sponsoring this event once again this year!

Putting together a golf team in a tournament is a great way to promote team spirit and enjoy time with your co-workers/friends and of course, to have some fun!

The team price is $500 for 4 players ($125 for an individual) which includes the green fee, cart, meal and prizes to be awarded after the tournament.

If you are interested, please fill out the registration form and email to Julie at kensingtonandareachamber@gmail.co

Greetings from Town Hall



As local business owners, you're already champions of the buy-local movement, and your efforts are what keep Kensington's economy and spirit strong. We know, however, the current uncertainty around trade has added another layer of challenges to your work. Supporting each other has never been more important. By staying local—whether it’s sourcing supplies or recommending neighboring businesses—we can weather these ups and downs together. Your resilience and collaboration are what make our community stand tall, and I’m proud to stand with you as we navigate these uncertain times.

Jeff Spencer

Acting Mayor

Town of Kensington

Explore market opportunities in South Korea – Information session with The Embassy of Canada to the Republic of Korea

April 3, 2025 9:00am AST

Are you ready to broaden your business horizons and are interested in learning about the opportunities in the Republic of Korea? 

Join Global Affairs Canada - Atlantic Office for an information session featuring John Zimmerman, Minister and Senior Trade Commissioner, and his team from the Canadian Embassy to the Republic of Korea.

Reserve your spot now for these information sessions by RSVP’ing with aline.leblanc@international.gc.ca

Grants & Funding from the Government of Canada

Canadian Grants Business Centre

Province of PEI - Programs & Funding

Federation of PEI Municipalities - Grants & Programs

MEMBER NEWS!!

WELCOME TO NEW KACC MEMBERS!

Welcome to the newest member of the Kensington Chamber of Commerce - Prince County Hospital Foundation!

Since 1993, the Prince County Hospital Foundation has existed for the betterment of the hospital. Primarily, this means raising the funds necessary to keep the hospital supplied with priority medical equipment for patient care. The Foundation is also a voice for PCH when it needs support and a community partner for innovative solutions in the face of challenging times in healthcare. The PCH Foundation is guided by a volunteer board of directors from the community and a staff of six. You can stay informed about PCH Foundation activities and programs at pchcare.com and @pchfoundation across most social platforms.

New Chamber Perk for Kensington & Area Chamber Members!

We are so happy to have The ADL Store offering a perk for a discount on Dairy Isle Cheese.

If you haven't already, you can download the Chamber Perks app and you will be able to see the perks that you, as a member can access. Some perks are also available to members and non-members. No better time to save money and to support local!

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