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Chamber Chatter April 14, 2015
Issue 047
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STAFF SPEAKING
Here is a note from the Bookkeeper/Officer Manager, Erin Tulle:
" Wow! March sure flew by and now we are coming to the middle of April! Things are busy in the Chamber office which excites all of us. This weekend will be my first ever President's Gala and I'm looking forward to seeing everyone's hard work and planning unfold. There are still a few tickets available for the epic event so feel free to call me at the Chamber office and I can get you registered."
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2014 BEA WINNER SPOTLIGHT
CORPORATE CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD - PRINCE GEORGE CITIZEN
This month we are featuring The Prince George Citizen, winner of the Corporate Citizen of the Year Award. This award is given to a business, or individual, that makes significant contributions, through both time donated and financial support given, to the quality of life enjoyed by all in Prince George. Citizen Publisher Colleen Sparrow reflects on what it has meant to for the newspaper's team to receive that honour.
Chamber: Describe what it was like to hear your name called, and receive the Corporate Citizen of the Year Award.
Colleen Sparrow: We're pretty proud of that one. The community has high expectations on The Citizen to support all of the good endeavors done throughout the year, regardless of whether they are done by the private sector, the public sector, not-for-profits or individuals, and we work hard to meet those expectations, with our financial, in-kind, editorial and sponsorship support. It was a thrill to hear our name called.
Chamber: What was the significance of winning the award?
CS: It's always great to recognized, particularly by our peers in the business community. Best of all, the award was meaningful for all of our staff to see that all of their hard work and extra effort is appreciated by everyone.
Chamber: How has winning this award benefited the Prince George Citizen and the work you do in Prince George?
CS: This ties into the previous answer about the award being meaningful for staff. The newspaper business is challenging, so the award was a great reminder, both with our staff and with residents, that the Citizen can still do great work and be a meaningful part of the community - when the going gets tough, the tough get going, they say!
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DID YOU KNOW... the BC Chamber of Commerce has advised us that there is currently a telephone scam trying to obtain information from business owners. For more information view the Info Bulletin.
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BROUGHT TO YOU BY: PRINCE GEORGE CITIZEN, THE RAMADA AND PRINCE GEORGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Author/Radio Host Amilya Antonetti is a serial entrepreneur, speaker, and media personality who has appeared on OPRAH, NBC, CBS, ABC, MSNBC, Fox News. and as the Official Voice of Small Business on Fox Business!! . She has built almost a dozen multi-million-dollar companies and is known for her business turnaround and brand extension skills across several industries.
Tickets are on sale at the Prince George Citizen office for $45 or tables of 10 for $400.
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THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IS ONCE AGAIN PLEASED TO BE ABLE TO OFFER MEMBER PRICING FOR THIS YEAR'S LEADERCAST
Christie Ray, CEO of the Prince George Chamber, along with Leadership Legacy invite you to join us and an array of local businesses and organizations for the annual Leadercast event, May 8th, 2015 at the Westwood Church.
This year's speakers include Andy Stanley, Malala Yousafzai, Ed Catmull, Seth Godin, Rudy Giuliani,
Aja Brown, CMDR Rorke Denver, Bill McDermott, and Bill & Giuliana
We believe that this year's event will challenge and inspire you to Be a Leader Worth Following.
Join us to experience a leadership simulcast that will change and enhance your life.
Register today! Contact the Chamber office for information at 250.562.2454
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DID YOU KNOW... your business can offer "Hot Deals" by posting the special offer on our website. For more information please contact Membership & Events Manager, Jess Walker at 250.562.2454.
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2015 PRESIDENT'S GALA
THE CHAMBER'S FIRST MAJOR EVENT OF 2015 HAPPENS IN 4 DAYS.... WILL YOU BE THERE?
Join the Prince George Chamber of Commerce at our annual President's Gala where we welcome our new board members and say farewell to the outgoing directors. This year, we are including member recognition for those loyal members celebrating milestone anniversaries with the Chamber.
The evening will start with a cocktail hour, boast a delicious meal with dessert, include the Jeopardy themed game show activity with emcee Gil Botelho as Alex Trebek, a silent auction and great opportunities to network with those in attendance.
This event is almost
SOLD OUT.
Call the Chamber office at 250.562.2454 to register your tickets and show your support for the Chamber Board and our Members!
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DID YOU KNOW... there are 3 Chamber committees looking for engaged volunteers from our membership? The Advocacy, Service Delivery and Communications Committees meet once per month and work on the issues, events and services that continue to benefit our membership. Contact Executive Assistant, Felicia Magee for more information 250.562.2454.
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CITY OF PRINCE GEORGE SEEKS ASSISTANCE WITH SPRING CLEANING
In March and April of every year, the City of Prince George turns its attention from snow removal to removing a season's worth of winter traction material from City streets and lots.
"In order to ensure the fastest possible cleanup of neighbourhood streets, residents are asked to avoid parking on the street during spring sweeping," says Associate Director of Public Works, Gina LayteListon. "If sweepers have to maneuver around parked cars, this slows sweeping and leaves a sandy and dusty area once the vehicle moves." Winter parking restrictions remain in effect until April 15, 2015.
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IECBC - THE OPPORTUNITY IN NORTHERN BC
The Immigrant Employment Council of BC has launched a new website promoting jobs in Northern BC. This new website is being promoted to skilled immigrants in the lower mainland through Facebook ads, google AdWords and digital ads on professional immigrant networks.
http://northernbcjobs.com/
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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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- 3 Sisters Rock 'n Gems
- Futurpreneur Canada
- Fraserway RV LP.
- Hart Modular Homes
- Lambda Cabaret
- Signpatico Digital Advertising Ltd.
- Sonrise New Directions Society
- Christopher Van Oord
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| National Volunteer Week April 12-18, 2015 Learn More Spring 2015 Community Speaker Series Prince George Public Library, Bob Harkins Branch, Keith Gordon Room Wednesday, April 15, 2015 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm More Info 2015 Tourism Symposium Prince George Civic Centre Thursday, April 23, 2015 - 7:30am - 5:00pm More Info Adult Autism Initiative: Lunch & Launch The Gathering Place, UNBC, 5-123 Friday, April 24, 2015 - 9:00am - 4:30pm RSVP to cwalker@autismbc.ca Space is limited |
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS UPDATE
The Public Affairs Update is your weekly insight, perspective and analysis on politics in British Columbia and Canada. This newsletter is brought to you by the largest, and most broadly-based business organization in the province, the BC Chamber of Commerce - the Voice of Business in B.C.
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