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Chamber Chatter October 11, 2016
Issue 085
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STAFF SPEAKING
Here is a note from the Projects Coordinator, Barbara Otter:
"On National Tree Day, we were very pleased to announce CN's continued funding commitment for three more years to provide businesses with opportunity to become more energy efficient, improve local air quality, increase recycling, and reduce waste. The Prince George Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the University of Northern British Columbia, engages businesses and students in a unique learning opportunity. Voluntary businesses provide UNBC's Carbon Management class with "live" data (utility bills, employee commute data, etc.) and these students provide the businesses with FREE carbon footprint analyses.
In order to celebrate this amazing opportunity, we dedicated a newly planted pine tree and bench at Duchess Community Park during a ceremony which welcomed guests from the Chamber, City of Prince George, CN, Prince George Air Quality Advisory, and UNBC. Please visit both of these new features at the recently developed local park.
This is an amazing initiative that benefits students, business and the local community. Please contact me should you wish to be involved, as spots are filling barbara.otter@pgchamber.bc.ca".
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MEET THE BOARD PROFILE SERIES
DIRECTOR - LAURIE DILLMAN
JOB COACH / SETTLEMENT PRACTITIONER, IMMIGRANT AND MULTICULTURAL SERVICES SOCIETY (IMSS)
Laurie is a long-time resident of Prince George and passionate about inclusivity as a means to positive community growth. She has more than 25 years of experience as a community leader through a variety of roles. She has coached and managed youth and adult sports teams, organized Community 4-H Clubs, and served as a wellness fits facilitator and team development leader for the Canadian Cancer Society's Prince George Relay for Life.
Laurie's passion for sports and community has also led her to work as a leadership team member for revenue generation with the 2015 Canada Winter Games Committee, as a board member with the BC Indoor Soccer League, and as a volunteer with the Prince George Women's Soccer Association.
Currently, she works as a settlement practitioner for the Prince George Immigrant and Multicultural Services Society where she coaches clients seeking engaging and meaningful employment opportunities within BC's northern interior region.
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DID YOU KNOW... the Vanderhoof & Districts Co-op has a new Community Support Fund, dedicating up to $100,000, to provide financial assistance to community groups who provide necessary service that improve the quality of life within our communities? Applications are accepted Sept 1 - Oct 31. Learn more here.
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Linda Rempel was recognized as a leading representative of the Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan® at the national conference in Victoria in September 2016. The top 100 representatives from across the country, who met stringent qualifying criteria, were honoured at the event. Linda Rempel, a Certified Financial Planner with Sun Life Financial, is the exclusive Plan advisor in Prince George.
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DID YOU KNOW...
the GET YOUTH WORKING program is back?! LEARN MORE about who is eligible and how to apply!
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Join us as we celebrate the 2016 Business Excellence Awards. You will enjoy an evening of time travel, excitement, dinner and drinks while we celebrate the best in business.
Watch the PG Chamber's Facebook page for your opportunity to vote for the Hell Yeah Prince George Ambassador Award. Voting will open on October 19th and close on October 22nd at 5pm just prior to the Gala!
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CHAMBER EVENTS
Here are some of the great events we have scheduled to help you "connect, engage and enhance" your business. Click on each event title for details and registration.
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DID YOU KNOW... as part of Small Business Month, Canada Post is thanking Canada's small business owners with free shipping on Tuesdays in October. To learn more and sign up for the program CLICK HERE.
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SMALL BUSINESS BC AWARDS - NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
So many industry leaders in Prince George! The Best Apprentice Training Award, recognizes the company that is leading the industry in training and development, ensuring the skilled trades community continues to grow in BC.
*This award is sponsored by our friends at Industry Training Authority and KPU
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CNC APPLIED BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY
The Applied Business Technology - Administrative Assistant Certificate program at CNC is recruiting host employers for work experience in the spring semester. Their students have gained valuable skills this semester in word processing, microcomputers, financial records, business communication, office procedures, and human relations. CNC is looking for employers who are able to give them the opportunity to utilize these newly-acquired skills in a practical and applied manner. (See
Work Experience Manual for more details.)
For more information:
Jennifer Madsen, Instructor
College of New Caledonia
250.562.2131 x5516
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LAST WEEK'S MOST POPULAR POSTS
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MEMBER BENEFITS
Find a list of the benefits available to you as part of your membership including: Hotel & Travel, Advertising, Electronic Invoicing & Card Processing and many more...
Click to Learn More
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GROUP INSURANCE PLAN
Call Linda Rempel, Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance - 250.614.0585
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MEDIA RELEASE
Stay up to date on the latest news from the Prince George Chamber of Commerce
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- Balanced Accounting
- D. Kersey Electric
- Norton North Ranch Cottages
- Play Grounds Cafe
- Prince George Humane Society
- SPH Consultancy Inc.
- VanKam Freightways
- West X Business Solutions
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Cultural Adventures: Croatia
AiMHi, 950 Kerry Street
Tuesday, October 18, 2016 - 4:30pm - 6:30pm
More Info
Halloween Spooktacular
Huble Homestead
Saturday, October 22, 2016 - 3:00pm - 8:00pm
My BizDay Northern BC
Prince George Conference and Civic Centre
Thursday, October 27, 2016 - 9:00am - 3:00pm
More Info
ICBA Exclusive Contractor Networking Event with Special Guests
Northern Lights Estate Winery
Thursday, October 27, 2016 - 5:30pm
Menagerie: Twisted Circus Halloween Party
Two Rivers Gallery
Saturday, October 29, 2016 - 8:00pm
Independent Contractors and Businesses Association of BC
Fall Courses
Registration is open
Construction Project Management
Do you have an "Event Around Town" you'd like to share with the Chamber membership?
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DID YOU KNOW... FROM OUR CORPORATE PARTNER
Did you know...
If you are an experienced, certified tradesperson, that you are eligible to become a Subject Matter Expert in your trade?
The Industry Training Authority (ITA) is looking for Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in BC for a variety of trades. Make your mark in the upkeeping of the occupational standards for your trades community.
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We would love to hear from you...
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