Fort Nelson & District
Chamber of Commerce
Newsletter
P.O. Box 196
5500 Alaska Highway
(250) 774-2956
www.fortnelsonchamber.com
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Chamber Business Update
Changes to Canada Pension Plan
Click above for general information on the recently announced changes to the CPP.
NRRM Economic Profile
Click for the 2011 Q4 Economic Profile for the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality.
Quicksilver to spend $180 Million on BC Projects
Click above for Winnipeg Free Press article.
Exxon Mobil Fourth Quarter Results
Click above for the transcript of a conference call regarding the Q4 results as given by Exxon Mobil followed by a Q&A session.
Planning for Water Needs Early
"Planning for water supplies to support hydraulic fracturing should start early, even at the exploration stage." Click above for the article.
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Upcoming Events at the Chamber
Business & Community Excellence Awards
February 23 at 7pm - Phoenix Theatre
Please join us to recognize outstanding businesses and individuals in Fort Nelson. Admission is free and the award ceremony is followed by a reception.
2012 Trade Show
May 5 & 6 - NRRM Recreation Centre
Sponsorship opportunities are now available, click here for more information. General Registration is now open, if you have pre-registered, please call us to confirm your booth at (250) 774-2956.
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Employer Resources
Canada Summer Jobs is a Government of Canada initiative that provides funding to help employers create summer job opportunities for students. It is designed to focus on local priorities, while helping both students and their communities.
Canada Summer Jobs provides funding to not-for-profit organizations, public-sector employers and small businesses with 50 or fewer employees to create summer job opportunities for young people aged 15 to 30 years who are full-time students intending to return to their studies in the next school year.
The application period for Canada Summer Jobs 2012 is from February 1 to February 29, 2012.
Find more information or apply online here.
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Chamber Benefits
As a member of the Fort Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce you are part of our Benefits Program. In every newsletter, we will highlight a different benefit.
Click here or give us a call for more information on our other benefits.
The Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan is the number one plan in Canada for employee benefits. Endorsed by over 900 Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade across Canada, we offer the most sought-after group benefits; from extended health to dental and vision care.
Our plan also offers guaranteed benefit options for companies with three or more employees, and we also cover one-person and home-based businesses. We've been in business for more than 30 years, and in that time we've become known for our price stability and our fair renewal rates. Our service centre offers toll-free service to business owners, and you'll work with a Chambers Plan advisor in your neighborhood to customize a plan with benefits that are just right for your firm and your budget.
We pride ourselves on delivering more than you'd expect from a group insurance plan. More options,benefits and more services.
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February 10, 2012
Issue 2012-03
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Board Of Directors
Dave Milner, President
Jeremy Cote, 1st Vice President
Kym Gillett, 2nd Vice President
Wallace Li, Financial Director
Geordie McLennan, Past President
Lorence Forsburg, Director
Allyson Rozak, Director
Carmella Maga, Director
Richard Gook, Director
Janice Adams, Director
Bruce Deinstadt, Director
Liz Biggar, Director
Angus Dickie, Director
Angela White, Director
Kim Eglinski, NRRM Representative
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Community Events
Day of Caring
United Way presents this ongoing event designed to match non-profit organizations with volunteer assistance for up to one day. For more information or to register your organization, please click the link above.
Aboriginal Youth Entrepreneurship Program
FNSS has received a grant from the Paul Martin Foundation to run a course on Entrepreneurship.
NLC Open Conversations
Northern Lights College is presenting a teleconference to connect professionals in Human Development, Education, and Care. Click above for more information.
United Way Funding Applications
United Way has introduced a mandatory teleconference for all groups submitting applications for 2012. Click above for details.
To list your community
event here, email Sarah: admin@
fortnelsonchamber.com
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SBBC Seminars
February's highlighted seminar will be:
on February 14th,
from 1-4pm
The fee for this seminar is $59, and the Chamber will provide the use of our teleconference equipment for free!
This workshop explains the differences between a sole proprietor, partnership and corporation, and how each can benefit you. Learn what defines taxable income, allowable deductions, subcontractors versus employees, payroll traps and tax requirements.
Delivered by
Gabrielle Loren of Loren,
Nancke & Company, CGA.
Only a limited number of seats are available, so register today to ensure your spot! |
DARE TO COMPARE!
GIVE LOCAL BUSINESS
A CHANCE
Remember...
Buying locally creates an economic ripple effect, the money circulates closer to where it's spent.
Research shows that for every dollar spent at a local business, 45% is REINVESTED LOCALLY!
Do you have a story about finding an unexpected item at a business in Fort Nelson? Is there something you couldn't find?
Did you have an outstanding customer service experience?
Email Sarah at admin@
fortnelsonchamber.com
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