Thank you for supporting the 
Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce
This WEEKLY email highlights our member businesses!

To make a submission for Member Marketplace,
please email tom@gpchamber.com.

If you missed our Tuesday CHAMBER NEWS, you can see it here.
Connecting Business. Creating Opportunity.
WJ Webinar – How to Thrive with #SupportLocal

While there are many reasons to be glad that 2020 is behind us, there are a few benefits that emerged from it – such as more potential for working from home, an accelerated transition to and appreciation of digital capabilities, and a greater awareness of important social issues. Beyond all that, though, there was another bonus for many entrepreneurs: the increased tide of support for small businesses and local shops.

I’ve pre-recorded the “How To Get Hired!” webinar series – so, it’s downloadable for viewing anytime:  https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-get-hired-tickets-149745399521?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch
 
2021 Golf Memberships at Bear Creek

If you have ever thought about becoming a Member at Bear Creek, here is your best opportunity. Don’t waste valuable time driving or extra money on fuel when you can golf minutes away from downtown Grande Prairie or Clairmont. Drop in for a quick 9, lunch, or a bucket of balls.
 
A GREAT year of Golf, Fun, and Friendship!
(Available Anytime With The Purchase of a Membership)
 
Purchase a Single or Couples Membership today and you will receive a package of club benefits and services worth over $200 including:
• A 10-bucket driving Range punch card ($120 value)
• 2 guest green fee passes ($100 value)


Senior Golf Membership
Purchase a Senior Golf Membership and receive a Junior Membership for FREE!

Purchase today and you will receive a package of club benefits and services worth over $600 including:
  • A 10-bucket driving Range punch card ($120 value)
  • 2 guest green fee passes ($100 value)


Family Golf Membership
Purchase a golf membership for the whole family and save! (2 Adults, 2 Children)

Purchase today and you will receive a package of club benefits and services worth over $600 including:
  • A 10-bucket driving Range punch card ($120 value)
  • 2 guest green fee passes ($100 value)


Bear Creek Golf Club
11220 132 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6W7
(780) 538-3393
Join @Rogers Sports & Media on May 4th for our virtual series DECODED: Travel Edition, where we will share the Top Travel and Tourism Trends! We're decoding everything you want to know about travel marketing post-pandemic. With keynote industry speakers and research, we will explore all of this and more!
Register Today! https://lnkd.in/ef2HDs6
#Travel #Marketing #RSMInsights
Funding available for Service Excellence Blue Pin Certificate for up to 100 participants!

Funding is currently available for 100 participants (75 front line, 25 managerial/supervisory) through the County of Grande Prairie Business Support Network (BSN).

Providing an exceptional customer experience has never been more important than it is today. Customer experience can be the difference between having a competitive business advantage and losing customers to the competition. Today’s consumers have more choices than ever when it comes to purchasing items or services, and they have high expectations when they contact a company. What makes a business stand out amongst the rest is the customer service they present. Many organizations settle for “good” service. This program will boost your customer service skills from good to great, in turn, building customer loyalty and helping your business stand out against the competition!

For more information on the Service Excellence Blue Pin Certificate and to apply please visit:  gprc.me/customerservexcellcert
Eleve Business Solutions Inc.
107, 9505 Resources Road
Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8C2
What are you getting mom for Mother’s Day? Buy tickets for mom and enter her to win a Jasper Park Lodge Spa Package valued at $10,000! You’ll also be entered to win RV’s, ATV’s, boats, staycation packages, cash and more!

We’ve made gifting easy.
1.      Order tickets online at www.cashandcamping.com directly in anyone’s name.
2.      Provide an email address and schedule delivery on the date of your choosing.
3.      We’ll take care of the rest. It’s that easy!!

THIS YEAR YOU CHOOSE YOUR GRANDE PRIZE!
Summer Home Package              OR         Take it on the Road Package
- Lake front lot at Snipe lake RV Resort      - 20' Jayco Melbourne motorhome
- 40 Loft Park Model trailer                     -  Tracker fishing boat
- Tracker fishing boat
- $5000 cash
 
Jasper Park Spa Early Bird Package ticket deadline is May 9th
See the prizes and get your tickets at www.cashandcamping.com or visit our prize building in the former Hansen Ford Building (10101 - 112 Street)
Learn the basics with beginner Google analytics
Thursday, May 6, 2021 | 2 PM | WEBINAR 

Learn the basics of Google Analytics and how you can use it to improve your website.

In this session we will explore the benefits of adding Google’s Webmaster Tools to your account. Knowing the basics can help you improve rankings, see how visitors interact with your site, fix conversion rate issues and find content opportunities.

This will be on a live WordPress based website. Don’t miss this great opportunity to DIY.
Speaker: Ryan Bonnell, Device Media


Get a grip on your business
Thursday, May 13, 2021 | 2 PM - 3:30 PM | WEBINAR

Many of the most successful entrepreneurs and business leaders work longer hours and get less return on their investments of time and money. Maybe you grapple with some of these challenges: Lack of control over time, markets or your company. People who don’t listen, understand or follow through. Profit that’s inconsistent and/or there’s not enough. Growth is happening, but you can’t break through to the next level. Quick fixes that come-and-go, bringing little change with continued frustrations. Don’t let your business run you! Get a grip on your business.

Are you a business owner or a senior level executive and want to see your business consistently run better and grow faster? Andrew LeMoine will deliver a powerful presentation that will introduce you to the Six Key Components™ of a successful business. Andrew’s interactive style and experience-based real-world insight makes this an eye-opening event for growth-oriented business leaders. At the conclusion of this complimentary workshop, you will walk away with a set of simple, practical tools that you and your leadership team can use immediately to focus on priorities, get clear on issues and gain traction together, as a healthier leadership team. 
Speaker: Andrew Lemoine, At the Helm


We're here to help.

Chat with our small business experts and get some valuable advice along the way.

What is the Dignity Drive all about? 
The four Rotary Clubs and Rotaract club in Grande Prairie have teamed together to collect new/unused underwear and socks for homeless and street-involved people, as well as others who would benefit by having these items.

Why underwear and socks? 
Access to clean underwear and socks is essential for one’s comfort, health, and hygiene. Wearing clean underwear and socks also contributes significantly to one’s sense of value and dignity as well as one’s confidence and motivation to aspire. This fact applies to all people but is especially applicable for individuals who are attempting to transition out of homelessness and away from street-related activities. Underwear and socks are the most needed staple clothing but are the least donated items to centers that shelter and serve homeless and street-involved individuals.

When is the Dignity Drive held? 
Due to the high and ever pressing need of these items, the campaign is held in the Fall during the month of October and in the Spring during the month of April.

Which agencies in Grande Prairie will distribute the donations? 
The agencies who will distribute the items are: The Grande Prairie Friendship Centre, Canadian Mental Health Association-Alberta Northwest Region, Northreach Centre, Saint Lawrence Centre, and Rotary House.
Grande Prairie Region Destination Properties
Spring Promotion

Check out our hotels for a chance to win! 

Encore Inn & Suites, Sandman Hotel, Service Plus Inn

Grand Prize is $5,000 2nd Prize is $3,000 and 3rd Prize is $2,000

Contest closes April 30, 2021
Stackable rings are all the rage and Curry's Jewellers has a amazing selection in stock
 
All the rings are made in Canada by Canadians.
 
Available in white yellow and rose gold.
 
Stop in today and take a look!

Curry's Jewellers
10019 - 100 Avenue
Grande Prairie City Centre
Website: www.grandeprairiechamber.com
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