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Chamber Chatter November 24, 2015
Issue 063
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STAFF SPEAKING
Here is a note from the Projects & Executive Coordinator, Felicia Magee:
"It was wonderful to see so many people out at Saturday's Cash Mob at Van Horlick's Trophy & Gift House! Big thank you to Hell Yeah Prince George and the community for coming together and supporting local business this holiday season. Keep checking back to our Chamber Facebook Page next week when we ask for nominations for our last Cash Mob of 2015 that will take place on December 19th! Perfect for those last minute shoppers."
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DO YOU KNOW A STUDENT WHO WOULD BE A GREAT CHAMBER "YOUTH INTERN"?
The Prince George Chamber of Commerce Youth Intern position will be a full-time (37.5 hrs/week) term position, from January 4th to March 31st 2016. This Youth Internship position is funded through the PCNA Youth Initiative.
Click here to see eligibility and a full job description. This posting closes on Wednesday, November 25th.
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DID YOU KNOW...
with year end approaching, now is a great time to log in to the members only portion of our website to ensure your business information is current and up to date? In January our staff will be hard at work preparing our 2016 Source Directory!
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NORTHERN HOME CARE
Northern Home Care is a professional nursing organization offering health services for private clients, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies.
Our family of Health Professionals has been providing health services for the residents of northern British Columbia for over 15 years. Caring for you and your family is our, "Number One Priority," and we offer specialized services focused on the health and well-being of the elderly and the disabled.
We are excited to offer Chamber Members a free foot care session with the
purchase of 2 hours of Homemaking or Personal Care.
Check us out at www.northernhomecare.ca or call 250-563-3501.
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DID YOU KNOW... the 2016 Top 40 Under 40 magazine will be printed and ready for distribution in February? Have you taken advantage of this affordable advertising option? Deadline is December 4, 2015. Contact Shirly Prokopchuk at adsales@pgchamber.bc.ca for more information.
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LAST CHANCE FOR TICKETS!! JOIN US TOMORROW FOR:
LUNCH AMONG THE TREES WITH KEY NOTE SPEAKER
MERCEDES NICOLL - 3X WINTER OLYMPIAN
A ticket to our 'Lunch Among the Trees' Chamber luncheon is the perfect gift to thank your awesome staff for their hard work. Lunch is held in the beautifully decorated Civic Centre during the Festival of Trees and conveniently takes place over the office lunch hour.
Or maybe it's not about your staff. Maybe it's about you. Get out of the office and get into the Christmas spirit by joining us for lunch while making new business contacts. When you register, let us know you wish to meet a few new people and we'll be sure to sit you with some fun folks looking to connect just like you.
Not only will attendees enjoy a delicious traditional turkey luncheon and be entertained by the Bel Canto Choir but they will also be inspired by our key-note speaker, Canadian Olympic snowboarder, Mercedes Nicoll. Finish the experience being touched by Christmas with a full day pass to enjoy the lights and décor of the Festival of the Trees on Wednesday.
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2015 MEMBERSHIP SURVEY - HAVE YOU HAD YOUR SAY?
It's that time of year again! The Chamber's Communications Committee sent out the annual Membership survey to all active member representative yesterday. Have you had a moment to complete the survey? All those who complete the survey has an option to enter into a draw to win two tickets to any Speaker Series Luncheon in 2016!
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DID YOU KNOW... the Get Youth Working Program is BACK? The new Get Youth Working! Program offers eligible employers offering longterm positions in specified regions a $2,800 hiring incentive to hire eligible youth age 15 to 29. Click HERE for more information.
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FEDERAL CABINET POSTNG ANALYSIS FOR BC BUSINESS
To help keep you informed, we are passing on a revealing analysis produced by the BC Chamber of Commerce, on the recent Federal cabinet postings as they pertain to British Columbia. Click on the link provided to receive analysis of:
- The new Federal Government Cabinet ministers who are from BC
- Regional local issues facing the new government
- Key ministers handling the important files with a significant connection to B.C. economy
Analysis for BC Business
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOMINATIONS FOR 2016-2017 ARE WELCOME
Some of the strengths of the Prince George Chamber of Commerce are the fresh ideas, energy and enthusiasm we gain from our Board of Directors who each serve either a 1-year or 2-year term with our organization.
If you are interested in adding your skill set and expertise to our Board in 2016-2017 please see the
application or call CEO, Christie Ray for more information at 250.562.2454
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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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- Invis - Canada's Mortgage Brokers
- Jane Wakelyn, Dominion Lending Centres
- OVERhang Education Centre Ltd.
- National Concrete Accessories
- Prince George Weight Loss & Wellness, Inc.
- Sweet Cherry Bakery
- The Arthritis Society, BC & Yukon Division
- Transform Our Conversation
- Vanderhoof and Districts Co-op Ltd.
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WorkBC's Find Your Fit Tour
The John McInnes Centre
Thursday, November 26, 2015 - 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Ladies Night Out - Belly Dancing and Harem Pants
Zaffron Cuisine Persian Cafe & Catering
Saturday, November 28, 2015 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Call to reserve your seats - 250.596.4800
Small Business BC Awards - Nominate TODAY!
Deadline is November 30, 2015
AiMHi Giving Tuesday - National Giving Day
AiMHi challenges you to GIVE this December 1st!
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Persian Cooking 101
Zaffron Cuisine Persian Cafe & Catering
Saturday, December 5, 2015 - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Call 250.596.4800 or
email for more info
The Child Development Centre Kris Kringle Luncheon
Prince George Civic Centre
Friday, December 11, 2015
Ticket are available by calling 250.563.1768 ext. 0
Railway & Forestry Museum presents:
The Celebration of Lights
Railway & Forestry Museum 850 River Road
December 18 - 23, 2016 - 4:00pm - 8:00pm
December 24, 2016 - 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Barkerville's Old-Fashioned Victorian Christmas
Barkerville
Saturday, December 12 - Monday, December 14, 2015
10:00am - 4:00pm Daily
British Columbia Community Achievement Awards
Nomination Deadline January 15, 2016
2016 Premier's BC Natural Resource Forum
Prince George Civic Centre
January 19-21, 2016
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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