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FORTISBC UPDATE

 

Fort Nelson's latest submissions to the BCUC opposing the FortisBC Ammalgamation and Common Rates Application can be viewed at our website www.fortnelsonchamber.com
You can still get involved send your letters of comment to the BCUC opposing an over 50% increase in our natural gas costs for Fort Nelson Residents.  Your letter can be emailed to: Commission.Secretary@bcuc.com
For more information or other ways to get involved contact . 

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SHALE GAS SYMPOSIUM -SEPTEMBER 13, 2012

 

Join local stakeholders including Government, First Nations, Industry, Service Sector & Members of the Producers Group as we recognize and discuss successes, challenges and what we are doing to prepare for growth

 

Hosted September 13, 2012, at the Phoenix Theatre, Fort Nelson, the Northern Rockies proudly hosts the 2012 Shale Gas Symposium. Attendance is free, but space is limited, so register soon! To register click here: Shale Gas Symposium 

  

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CONTRACT READINESS WORKSHOPS - FREE

 

In addition to the Symposium  Meyers Norris Penney is offering 1.5 hour Contract Readiness Workshops - seminars geared towards helping small businesses and contractors prepare for the busy times. Ttopics include how to best use the lulls to prepare and to ensure that you have your bases covered when it comes time to take advantage of bid opportunities.

 

Workshops are available at 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 7:00 p.m.  Registration is available online with the Symposium Registration.  To register click here:  Contract Readiness Workshop

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ENERGY EXPO

 

Energy Expo 2012 will be held on September 14-15 immediately following the Symposium.  Fort Nelson's annual Energy Expo is an opportunity for members, associates, contractors, service providers and friends in the industry to

network, learn, grow and enhance relationships with peer associations. This event is a resourceful and valuable opportunity to understand the changing economic times and technical advancements that are faced day to day in the community.  Trevor Linden is the guest speaker at the dinner.   Dinner tickets are still available contact : jocelyn@bizzybody.ca

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HAZARDS FACED BY THE OIL & GAS INDUSTRY

 

Enform BC invites members of the oil and gas industry to participate in a Lunch and Learn concerning hazards faced by your industry. This event will coincide with the Fort Nelson Energy Expo on September 14th, 2012. For more details click the following link. Hazard Presentation Invite

 

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Have Lunch with the Mayor

 

Chamber of Commerce General Meeting

 

September 18, 2012 at noon

Held in the meeting room at the Visitor Information Ctr

 

Mayor Streeper will discuss Regional Council's activities and plans moving forward in the winter of 2012/2013.

 

Lunch: $20.00

50/50 Draw: $5.00

  

Please RSVP by 4 pm, Thursday 13, 2012
Phone: 250-774-2956
Email: admin@fortnelsonchamber.com
Fax: 250-774-2958
 

 

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BC Oil and Gas Commission's investigation into induced seismicity in the Horn River Basin. Click here for the full report.  Investigation Report

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Chamber Benefits                              

As a member of the Fort Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce, you are part of our Benefits Program. Our benefits range from fuel and point of sale terminal discounts, to insurance and health benefit packages.  Click here for the most recent flyer and contact the Chamber for more information.  

 

 

 

In collaboration with the BC Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber Learning Network™ is currently partnering with local chambers across British Columbia to create individually branded online training centres where member businesses can purchase online training at a discounted rate at no cost to the local chamber. The Chamber Learning Network™ is currently delivering 4,000 different workplace-training courses and over 1,000 instructional videos online.  When is the last time you invested in you?

Click here for Chamber Learning Network flyer. 

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Board Of Directors
   

Jeremy Cote, President

 

Kym Gillett, 1st V.P.

 

Richard Gook, 2nd V.P.

 

Wallace Li, Financial Director

 

Dave Milner, Past Pres.

 

Geordie McLennan, Director

 

Anouk Villemaire, Director

 

Carmella Maga, Director

 

Janice Adams, Director

 

Bruce Deinstadt, Director

 

Liz Biggar, Director

 

Angus Dickie, Director

 

Angela White, Director

 

Kim Eglinski, NRRM Rep.

 


 

Visitor Centre News 

 

The Visitor Centre will be moving to reduced hours after Labour Day 8:30 to 5 pm, from 8am-8pm. Stop by if you are planning a vacation or looking for a Fort Nelson souvenir or gift

 

We have an expanded selection of local artwork, jewelry, pottery, books, etc., free internet access, and information on all regions of the province.

 


Community Events

 

Coffeehouse Live

 Every Thursday 7 to 9 pm

Down to Earth Health Shop

Interested in performing contact Jeremy Cote at 250-774-7494 or go to Coffeehouse Live

 

Fort Nelson Canadian Rangers meet monthly at Northern Lights College.  To find out how you can be involved call Claude Normandeau at 250-500-3439 or Click here for a link to their website.  

 
Join Encana and the NRRM in the second annual Half Marathon & Fun Run on September 22! Enjoy a run/walk on the community trail with the whole family - including the dog! There will be events for all ages, free concession items and great give-aways. 

 

Fort Nelson First Nations hosts the Keepers of the Water VI Conference

Sept 26-29, 2012

For more information contact 

Moira Biddlecombe 

  

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