Kensington and Area
Chamber of Commerce
E-News - September 29, 2021
CHAMBER NEWS
The Kensington & Area Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate all Island Members of Parliament who were elected on September 20th to represent PEI.
We would also like to congratulate all candidates for putting their names on the ballot and for the hard work they have put in throughout the campaign.
We look forward to meeting with the newly elected and re-elected MPs to discuss our issues and advance our priorities.
Register for the above coffee mixer/speaker series before October 12th and your name will be entered in a draw to attend the "Breakfast with the Premier" session being hosted by the Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, October 21st at the Loyalist Country Inn!
To pre-register - click here or email kensingtonandareachamber@gmail.com
The Kensington & Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to be able to host the 15th annual KACC Business Awards Gala & Christmas Social on Thursday, Nov 25th. The Chamber likes to recognize and highlight achievements of their members each year and enjoy a nice evening with some networking amongst members. 
If you could please take a few minutes and nominate a business/individual who is a member of the Kensington & Area Chamber of Commerce in any or all of the below categories. 
For a complete listing of members, please see the Chamber's website member directory.
You will see more details on each category on the nomination form.

Submissions are due on October 25th, 2021. 
Nomination categories and form.
Message from Town of Kensington

We were pleased to play a role in having the Tennis Courts at KISH resurfaced and lines painted for tennis, pickleball and a walking track around the perimeter. The fence will be re-instated and we are now looking to have the nets and poles upgraded. It will be great to have this facility brought back to usable condition for both students and residents of the area.
Rowan Caseley - Mayor
Town of Kensington Website

DEVELOPING KEY DRIVERS TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

WHAT WOULD IT LOOK LIKE IF YOUR BUSINESS WAS ATTRACTING MORE CUSTOMERS ALONG PEI TRAILS?
FREE EVENT: ONLY 40 TICKETS AVAILABLE!
OCTOBER 14TH, 2021
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9 AM - 2 PM
DELICIOUS LUNCH PROVIDED
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KACC MEMBER BENEFIT
INDUSTRY UPDATES
Applications are now open for Innovation PEI’s 2021 Ignition Fund competition!

The Ignition Fund is a competitive based fund for entrepreneurs seeking start-up capital for a new innovative business venture or to develop and launch a new innovative product. The fund invests seed capital that will allow successful applicants to turn their ideas into a tangible and viable business. Innovation PEI is hosting Information Sessions across the island to talk with entrepreneurs and answer questions about the program criteria, the application process, and more!
Sign up for an information session in Summerside on September 29th, 2021 to learn more. Limited seating available, so please register in advance!
 
Summerside In-person Information Sessions:
Access PEI Summerside
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
12:30-1:30pm - Register HERE 
1:45-2:45pm - Register HERE
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
Webinar - 12:00-1:00pm - Register HERE
CBDC Western PEI in partnership with Rural Action Centre
 Intro to Human Resources / COVID-19: Vaccines in the Workplace.
These free workshops will be held at:
Mill River Resort – 180 Mill River Resort Road - Tuesday, October 5th. 1pm to 3pm.  
Credit Union Place – 511 Notre Dame Street in Summerside – Thursday, October 14th. 9am to 11am.
Michelle Penwarden – Human Resources Advisor and Virtual Guest Speaker Tom Hilton – Education Officer – PEI Human Rights Commission, will facilitate these workshops in which the following topics will be discussed:
PEI Legislation:
  • PEI Employment Standards Act
  • PEI Human Rights Act
  • PEI Occupational Health & Safety Act
Human Resource Management (HRM):
  • Employee Handbooks – Implementing Policies & Procedures
  • Recruiting and Retention
  • Performance Management
Virtual guest speaker: Tom Hilton, Education Officer, PEI Human Rights Commission
  • PEI Human Rights Regulations & Requirements
  • COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccines in the Workplace
Limited Seating. First Come – First Served.
In keeping with Public Health Guidelines stated by the Chief Public Health Officer of PEI , current COVID 19 protocols will be adhered to, to ensure the safety of participants and facilitator.
For more information or to register for either of these sessions, please contact Barb at 902-853-3616 or barb.macdonald@cbdc.ca
PEI Business Women's Association News!
Love Local PEI
Win the Ultimate Fall Staycation
To celebrate the change in season, we are giving away the Ultimate Fall Staycation Package to one lucky winner!
The package includes:
🍂 Two-Night Stay at The Sydney Inn and Boutiques October 15-16 during Discover Charlottetown’s Scarecrow Festival
🍂 A Love Local, PEI fall-inspired gift basket valued at $300
Enter by October 7th
Click here to enter!
KACC MEMBER PROFILES
WE APPRECIATE YOU BEING MEMBERS!
CAPITAL "T" ELECTRIC
Capital "T" Electric is an electrical business, with a focus on residential and commercial clients. New homes and renovations are their specialty. Complete service upgrades and re-wiring of old homes. Capital "T" Electric offers affordable rates and quick service. 
CBDC - CENTRAL PEI
We are the Atlantic Association of Community Business Development Corporations (CBDCs), a network of autonomous, not-for-profit organizations that work with all levels of government and the private sector to meet the needs of small business.
 
As CBDCs, we assist in the creation of small businesses and in the expansion and modernization of existing businesses by providing financial and technical services to entrepreneurs.
  • Financial assistance is available in the form of loans, loan guarantees and equity financing to existing and aspiring entrepreneurs.
  • Business counselling, help & advice is available to small businesses. We help businesses to succeed and therefore we give high priority to the advisory role of our mandate.
  • Entrepreneurship development and training to individuals and small business owners/managers is available in many of our offices.
  • Technical assistance usually takes the form of guidance and coaching, and sometimes advocating on behalf of our clients to other lending establishments or regulatory agencies.

CBDC - Central PEI contact information
MacLeod Clinton View Lodge Nursing Home
Providing Community Care, Respite Care and Long-Term Care services for up to 63 residents, MacLeod Clinton View Lodge is a modern, licensed nursing home located on spacious grounds in a quiet, country-like setting near Kensington, PEI. Our friendly staff members are ready to help with every aspect of daily living and will support your optimal health and wellness to the best of our ability.
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