BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS GALA RETURNS!
The GSCC Business Excellence Awards are back and better than ever!
Join us on Feb. 2nd for our gala event celebrating this year's nominees in our 8 award categories, including 2 new awards: Accessibility & Inclusivity Award, and the Lifetime Business Achievement Award!
This event will celebrate the successes of businesses from across the region. It will be a night of celebration and recognition of the hard work and dedication of businesses from small to large. Attendees will enjoy an evening of networking and fine dining, as well as presentations of awards to businesses for their achievements throughout the year. This event is a great opportunity for businesses to connect and celebrate their successes with their peers.
Nominations are open now! Click HERE to nominate your favourite business or organization.
For a full list of our Awards, including eligibility requirements for each, click HERE.
Tickets are available for purchase on our WEBSITE. Get yours today!
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Latest Government Updates
Stay up-to-date on the recent updates from the Federal Government that may effect your business. Follow the links below for information on:
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Info on Upcoming Plastics Ban
As of December 20, 2022, the manufacture and import for sale in Canada of single-use plastic checkout bags, cutlery, foodservice ware, stir sticks and straws (i.e., straight straws), as defined in the Regulations, will be prohibited.
For more information on how this could affect your business, click HERE.
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Carbon Backstop Letter to Government
The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce is concerned with the additional financial burden being placed on businesses and residents of our region with the implementation of the federal carbon tax backstop in Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island.
Read their letter to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change HERE.
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New Residential Tenancy Act
The incoming Residential Tenancy Act, is the first overhaul of tenancy laws on the Island in over 30 years.
With rental costs being a big concern for islanders as well as landlord/tenant rights and responsibilities, you may find some of the key points in this article of great interest.
Click HERE for more information
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Chamber Vehicle 2023
Don't miss out! Get your business featured on our 2023 Chamber Vehicle!
Our Chamber Car, powered by Summerside Toyota, will promote your business in parades, at GSCC Events, in pictures on Social Media, during Member Visits, when we are fuelling up or just running daily errands! Only a few spots remaining!
Call or email us today to reserve your spot - 902-436-9651 or info@summersidechamber.com
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Our GSCC Advocacy Committee has developed a survey to capture your evolving business priorities. Responses will help to steer the direction of the Chamber over the coming year and assist to identify areas where we can support our membership and work on your behalf. We look forward to receiving your comments and working to support your operational objectives.
Respondents have the opportunity to enter into a draw for a GSCC promotional package!
This package is valued at $600 and includes:
- a logo placement on our Summerside Toyota Chamber Vehicle for the 2023 year
- a complimentary eBlast
- a website banner ad
The deadline for providing your input is December 28th, 2022. Click HERE to give your feedback now!
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You deserve to relax! At the Island Salt Room you can do just that. Dry salt therapy is a drug free alternative/all natural way to improve your breathing, sleep, skin, mood and much more.
If you are looking for some peace and tranquility, head out to 747 New Glasgow Rd in Ebenezer PEI We are sure you won't disappointed.
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Located at 767 Water Street East, Water Street Storage has all the convenience and security you need to safely store your belongings.
Providing on site security, digital video surveillance as well as the ability to manage your storage facility 24 hours a day from your own home!
Check out their state -of-the-art facility and be welcomed by the best customer service around!
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GSCC Raises $1700 for Christmas Daddies!
Thanks to your support, the GSCC raised $1200.00 for Christmas Daddies at our Holiday Block Party Event on December 3rd! Little Caesars Summerside added $500 to that total by donating a portion of proceeds from their Christmas Daddies Meal Deal to the charity, bringing the total funds raised through this event to $1700!
So grateful to all who helped make this event possible, especially Summerside Toyota and Little Caesars! All funds raised will be used right here in Summerside to support local families in need this holiday season.
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GSCC Presidents' Reception
On December 8th we celebrated the work that the 84 past Presidents of the Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce has had since 1900.
A special thanks to our speakers Dan Kutcher & Blake Doyle, and to all the Past Presidents who were able to attend.
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Announcing a new GSCC Staff Member!
Please join us in welcoming a new Office Admin to the Chamber Team - Brenda Bryanton!
In this role, Brenda will be on the front lines of the Chamber, as the first point of contact for those reaching out to the Chamber. With her background in finance and human resources, she will be a great addition to our Chamber Team!
If you would like to connect with Brenda, you can contact her at info@summersidechamber.com
We are so excited to have Brenda join us and can't wait to see what amazing things she will bring to the table.
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Do you know one of the benefits of being a Chamber Member is the cost savings? Check out our member to member offers for Chamber Members and their employees. Want to offer something from your business? Contact us at info@summersidechamber.com!
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To see your Member News in our next e-newsletter,
submit your information below:
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Remember to use your Member-to-Member Discounts! |
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Samuels Coffee House is proud to offer all members of the Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce Free delivery on all catering orders in the Summerside area.
This is a fantastic way to save time and very convenient for all your boardroom or office needs. Samuel's puts their own spin on catering options using high quality, local and made from scratch items!
Don't forget to mention your membership when calling ahead to order.
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All Greater Summerside Chamber Members are also eligible to receive 10% off on all vehicle maintenance and servicing at Summerside Toyota!
Looking for a new Vehicle?
Stop into their location on 110 Walker Ave in Summerside today and check out all of their new and pre-owned vehicles.
You can also visit them on line at
summerisdetoyota.com
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On your next Membership Renewal for "New and Existing Chamber Insurance clients"
This is a "one time" only deal
*Please ask the GSCC for details
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Check out our other great M2M offers HERE!
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Thank You to Our Payment Processing Partner |
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The Greater Summerside Chamber of Commerce
30 Greenwood Drive, Suite 7
Summerside, PE C1N 3Y1
(902) 436-9651
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