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Chamber Chatter March 1, 2016
Issue 070
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STAFF SPEAKING
Here is a note from the Projects & Executive Coordinator, Felicia Magee:
"Planning for our President's Gala is in full swing and once again we are excited to incorporate recognition of our milestone members into the event. The Jeopardy theme is back and this year YOU have the opportunity to promote your business through sponsorship of one or more game spaces. For more information on how to introduce your business to our guests in this fun and engaging way, give Christie or me a call! You can also view more sponsorship options
here."
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TOWN PROUD
THINK LOCAL | SUPPORT LOCAL
DON'T MISS OUT...Take advantage of this FREE member only opportunity to be seen by the community!
In partnership with The Prince George Citizen, we hope to create greater public awareness on the benefits of spending your money at local businesses. Throughout the entire month of March, our new 'Town Proud' campaign will highlight the real impacts of spending locally. Our Chamber strongly believes that keeping consumer's dollars within our community works to strengthen our local economy and enhance our community.
The real bonus is that WE WANT TO HIGHLIGHT YOU! This is how it works...in an exclusive 'Chamber' section of each daily newspaper, we will include testimonials from members like you on how your customers' commitment to spending locally impacts your business directly.
Your name, photo, and business will appear in The Citizen along with your statement on how local support and spending, positively affects you (in business or personally). Submit up to 100 words, your photo, name and business logo directly to:
Valerie Marsh, The Prince George Citizen
Citizen office: 250-562-2441 ext.2369
E-mail: vmarsh@pgcitizen.ca
Cell: 250-981-8827
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DID YOU KNOW... the 2016 Source Directory will be prepared at the end of March? Make sure you log in to your member account to ensure that your business address, phone number and website are correct. This information will be printed in the directory! QUESTIONS?? Give us a call!
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DID YOU KNOW...
There are two free workshops being held immediately following the complimentary PwC Speaker Series Luncheon on March 8th? You can learn about Succession Planning & International Taxation at NO COST! Register today to take advantage of this great member benefit.
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"GETTING A COMPETITIVE EDGE ON BC'S LNG AND MAJOR PROJECTS"
COMPLIMENTARY SPEAKER SERIES LUNCHEON - MARCH 8
HAVE YOU REGISTERED YET??
PwC is proud to join forces with RHB Schmitz de Grace in Prince George and they want to celebrate by buying you lunch!
Come out and meet local PwC partners Allison Beswick & Norm Hildebrandt along with PwC leader Brad Sakich for this complimentary Speaker Series Luncheon sponsored by PwC. During the lunch presentation, you will gain a clear understanding of the regulatory Health, Safety and Environment requirements specific to the upcoming LNG projects in BC. Bring your business cards to be entered in a draw to win a free iPad!
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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... the Chamber's Service Delivery Committee is currently collecting donation items for our President's Gala auction. These businesses will receive a variety of benefits including recognition during and after the event. If you're interested in learning more about what your business could donate please contact our Projects & Executive Coordinator, Felicia Magee at 250.562.2454.
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CASH MOBS ARE BACK!
NOMINATIONS FOR THE SPRING CASH MOBS OPEN SOON
In 2015 the PG Chamber, in partnership with Hell Yeah Prince George, organized 4
Cash Mobs meant to connect Chamber members with the community in an effort to promote and encourage shopping local.
Once again the Chamber and HYPG! will be organizing more great cash mobs over the course of this year. Take a moment to think of great local Chamber member businesses who could use a little "mobbing" and watch the Chamber and HYPG Facebook pages for your chance to nominate. Nominations will open on March 3rd and close at 9am on Monday, March 7th. For more information on how shopping local affects the local economy, check out the "Town Proud" material featured this month in the Prince George Citizen.
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BC TECH CO-OP GRANTS PROGRAM
The BC Tech Co-op Grants Program is delivered through co-op departments at BC post-secondary institutions. It encourages student training and job readiness through work terms with small firms in tech or any companies hiring for tech roles. For more information on this program click here.
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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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- Ace Rebar Ltd.
- Belledune Homes Ltd.
- Civeo
- Elstad Contracting Ltd.
- Howe Sound Clearing Ltd.
- Loved Always
- Pathfinder Endeavours Ltd.
- Rotary Club of PG - Nechako
- Save the Dome
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Chinook Yoga Community Class
320 Vancouver Street
Every Friday - 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Bridging the Gap Employment Forum
AIMHI Prince George
Friday, March 4, 2016 - 8:30am - 4:30pm
Social Media Fundamentals Workshop
UNBC
Friday, March 4, 2016 - 8:30am - 4:30pm
Persian Cooking 101 plus!
"Soups & Sweets"
Zaffron Cuisine, 1085 Vancouver Street
Saturday, March 5th, 2016
Reservations call 250.596.4800 or
email
City of Prince George Civic Awards
Nomination deadline line is March 7, 2016
Nominate Today!
Be the Change - International Women's Day Event
The Hubspace, 1299 3 Avenue
Saturday, March 12, 2016 - 10:00am - 3:00pm
Scotch & Social
Theatre North West, #36 556 N. Nechako Road
*DATE CHANGED* Saturday, March 12, 2016 - 7:00pm
Tickets at Books & Company
Community Crowdfunding Summit
Coast Inn of the North
Wednesday, March 16, 2016 - 8:00am - 5:00pm
Community Futures Live Crowdfunding Night - powered by Pechakucha
Coast Inn of the North
Wednesday, March 16, 2016 - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Persian Cooking 101 plus!
"Festive Cooking in Iran"
Zaffron Cuisine, 1085 Vancouver Street
Saturday, March 19, 2016
Reservations call 250.596.4800 or
email
Advanced Social Media Marketing Workshop
UNBC
March 19-20, 2016 - 8:30am - 4:30pm
Persian Cooking 101 plus!
"Festive Cooking in Iran"
Saturday, March 26, 2016
Reservations call 250.596.4800 or
email
Timberwolves Legacy Breakfast
Charles Jago Northern Sports Centre
Wednesday, March 30, 2016 - 7:00am - 8:30am
Email for more info
"Are you Accommodating Enough?" Workshop for Employers
Coast Inn of the North
Thursday, March 31, 2016 - 8:30am - 12:00pm
Leadercast: Architects of Tomorrow
Westwood Church, 2658 Ospika Blvd.
Friday, May 6, 2016 - 8:00am
Minerals North 2016
Smithers, BC
May 18-20, 2016
Do you have an "Event Around Town" you'd like to share with the Chamber membership?
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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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