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Chamber Advocate - November 14, 2017

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Christmas Expo - This Weekend!

The annual Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce Christmas Expo takes place this weekend.

The show runs November 17th, 18th, and 19th.

at the Lloydminster Exhibition grounds.

Don't miss out on one of the biggest shows in Lloydminster! Featuring a wide variety of products and services.

Friday 10am - 9pm

Saturday 10am - 6pm

Sunday 10am - 4pm

Check out the vendors who will be there

THANK YOU TO OUR GOLD SPONSOR

Canadian Western Bank :

Creating tailored solutions for our business clients as they evolve

We are experts in:

General commercial banking, Cash management services, Equipment financing and leasing, Commercial real estate financing,

Real estate construction financing, Energy lending

THANK YOU TO OUR BRONZE SPONSOR

Microtel :

One of Lloydminster's Newest Hotel Properties

Featuring...

-Waterpark that includes a swimming pool,waterslide & spa

-State of the artf fitness facility with a 55'' flat screen HD TV

-Business Class guest rooms

-Long term suites

-100% smoke free enviroment

-Pet friendly with approval

Marijuana and the Workplace Workshop

THERE ARE JUST A FEW SEATS LEFT...

The Lloydminster Chamber along with Assure Occupational Testing, invite you to attend a workshop on Marijuana and the Workplace Workshop...

Wednesday, November 22 ^nd

Lloydminster Golf & Curling Centre

Morning Info Session: 8:30am - 12:00pm

Full Day: 8:30am - 3:30pm (breakfast and lunch)

Morning info session only:

$55 Chamber member rate
$70 regular rate

Full day (morning info session and afternoon policy workshop):

$105 Chamber member rate
$120 regular rate

Medical marijuana is a rapidly changing topic and has great implications for workplaces. Managing medical marijuana in the workplace is complex and requires specialized knowledge of medical cannabis, workplace policy, and case law.

Small Business Finance Workshop

Community Futures Lloydminster and BDC invites you to our Small Business Finance Workshop.

Wednesday, December 13th

8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Royal Hotel

5620 44 St.

Small businesses from our area who wish to attend, will be given three minutes to speak about the services and products they offer, and how their organization helps others with their small business ventures. Using the cracker barrel format, businesses will be able to rotate between all agencies, gather information and ask one on one questions.

Please bring your displays/pamphlets/business cards & information to share.

Find out how we can provide services and programming for our clients and communities' best interest.

Click here for all the details and to register

Chamber Advocacy Update

In 2017 the Lloydminster Chamber affected big change twice! Once on the provincial level and once on the federal level: $5 million in grant rebates for Lloydminster AB fuel retailers and saving businesses across Canada millions in proposed tax changes revisions.

Read our Advocacy Update on the proposed changes to business taxes, and the "Win" for Lloydminster Carbon Levy Advocacy.

SASK Labour Standards Workshop

The Chamber will be holding another Saskatchewan Labour Standards workshop this fall:

Thursday, November 23rd

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Community Services Centre - Alberta Room

$45.00 member price / $65 regular price

Includes lunch and workshop materials.

Workshop will provide a comprehensive hands-on learning experience designed to offer a better understanding of the rights and obligations of employers and employees under the Employment Standards Code.

Please contact the Chamber office to register:

780-875-9013 or [email protected]

Upcoming Webinar

How to Green Your IT to Engage Employees and Save Money

Wednesday, November 15th

12 pm - 1 pm MST

In this webinar, Clara Carrier, Sustainability Marketing Specialist at HP, and Amy Castator, Marketing Specialist at WWF-Canada, will explain how green IT can help your business save money, reduce energy use, responsibly manage e-waste and engage employees.

Click here for more info and to register

Save the Date!

Join us for our annual Christmas themed Chamber Luncheon...

Thursday, December 14th

11:30 am to 1:00 pm

Rock Creek

Hosted by Chamber Board Members and Chamber Group Insurance rep Tim Dyck Financial

Come and meet new City Manager, Dion Pollard, and other council members. With complimentary lunch, super fun games, and tons of cool prizes to be won!

Got an ugly Christmas sweater or tie? Be sure to dig it out of your closet it for our "Ugly Christmas Apparel" contest!

There will even be an appearance by Old St. Nick himself.

Be there!!!

2018 Chamber Memberships are Now Available

Do you know of a new or existing business or organization that is considering joining the Chamber?

Now is a great time to sign up. Effective November 1st, Chamber 2018 memberships include November and December 2017 at no cost.

That's 14 months for the price of 12!

Searching for Affordable Group Benefits?

Has your year-round business been operating for at least six months and is a member of any Chamber of Commerce? Then you're eligible to apply for Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan!

Canada's #1 benefits plan for small firms can provide your business with a comprehensive and competitive health, dental, and disability program customized to meet the needs of your employees. Regardless of the size of your firm we can find a plan that's right for you! Visit our website today to find out why Chambers Plan is Canada's #1 health care benefit plans plan for small businesses and the self-employed.