The "Voice" of Kimberley Business Since 1923                                           October 2009
Welcome to the
Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce October Newsletter
Celebrating Small Business Month
 
Our Mission is to be the true "Voice of Kimberley Business".  We are membership centered and are committed to actively advocate on behalf of our businesses, to offer value based benefits and services and to contribute positively to our community. Contact us today to find out how you can become involved.
Our Annual General Meeting will be held Wednesday November 18.
Are you driven to participate more fully in your Chamber??
Nominations for our board of directors are now being accepted.
Call us at (250) 427-3666 today!
Notice of Annual General Meeting
Plan Now to attend our
87th Annual General Meeting
Wednesday November 18, 2009

6:00 to 7:30 pm
AGM and Election of Board of Directors
Centre 64 Gallery

7:30 to 9:00 pm
Centre 64 Theatre
President's Message
Guest Speaker - Dr. Joe Pavelka
Resort Municipalities Amenity Migration - Fundamentals and Economic Plan of Action

9:00 to 9:45 pm
Wine & Cheese with the new board of directors

Interested in serving on your Chamber Board?  Know someone who would be a great advocate for business?
Click on the link below to go to our chamber website.  The links to our Director Nomination Form and Schedule of 2010 board meetings are directly under our AGM notice in the left hand column.
KimberleyChamber.Com
Beverages & Business Cards
Join us the third Thursday of each month for an informal and informative evening where you can meet and mingle with local business people and community leaders.  New members are highlighted and invited to "blow your own horn".  Beverages and appetizers are provided by local business sponsors and different businesses will host the event at their location each month.  Call us to find out how you can participate as a sponsor or showcase your business location.
Beverages and Business Cards runs from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm so plan to stop in after work and take advantage of this great networking and educational opportunity.  All business people and guests are welcome!

NEXT EVENT:  Annual General Meeting
Wednesday November 18 at 6:00 pm

President's Message
 
Dear Valued Member,

It has been a very active summer for the Chamber and we have engaged new initiatives both internally and externally.
Internally, we have developed a new committee structure enabling directors to effectively implement Board directives. Directors are actively addressing issues ranging from advocacy to communication and including many business in the decision making process. If you are interested in becoming a part of the Chamber and joining one of our committees contact me as we would welcome your expertise.

Read more....
Kootenay Chamber Classic Golf Tournament - September 7, 2009

Business & Pleasure joined to raise funds for Kimberley Helping Hands Food Bank!

In spite of less than ideal weather there was more than just a little fun and frivolity at our Third Annual Kootenay Chamber Classic Golf Tournament held this past Labour Day Monday.
Big winners for the day included:
Mens Champoins - Ray Dube, Ryan D'Etcheverry, Chad Girvin & Derick Anderson.  Mixed Champions - Tod Caton, Megan Caton, Curtis Hrdlicka & Troy Clamp.  Alisa Bodecker won the draw for OKKO's Target Shot contest.
Thank you to all participants and we look forward to seeing you again next year!

Thank you to our many generous sponsors:
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies                         Trickle Creek Golf Resort
John Scott Golf Shop                                          OKKO Communities
Northstar Mountain Village                                   Remax Caldwell Agencies
Border Holdings                                                  Kimberley Promotions - Go Kimberley
Backswing Tours                                                Springbrook Resort
Mrs. Palmers Pantry                                           Kootenay Knitting Company
TaylorMade                                                        Rocky's Ride & Glide Cycle & Ski
Liana Shaw                                                        Husky Produce & Variety
Kimberley Meat & Sausage                                 Kimberley Raft Co.
Greener Homes                                                  Revolution
Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce
is now on FACEBOOK
Keep in touch with fellow Kimberley business people, post your advocacy issues and questions and share your events and specials.  Be sure to invite your business associates to join the Group.  Connect, Communicate and Discover more about our business community.
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NOTICE:
Due to rapid advancements in technology, BCIT has temporarily postponed the business Webinairs.
We thank those members who have indicated an interest in these valuable seminars and we will advise you as soon as the program resumes.

CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
In This Issue
Beverages & Business Cards
Kootenay Chamber Classic
Kimberley Village Market
Calendar of Events
Buy Into the Arts
Gala Fundraiser




You are cordially to Invited
To
Centre 64's
Art Auction
and wine tasting
Friday, October 30, 2009, 7:00 pm
At Centre 64
We need your help with the expansion project for Centre 64.  This project will enhance and increase the impact of arts and culture in our community and ensure its future. 
Please come and join us for complimentary refreshments and the opportunity to obtain local art for your home or office.
Tickets: ($35 each) are available at Centre 64 or Edward Jones Financial Services or by calling 250-427-4919/250-427-7177

Featured Article

The Kimberley Village Market was a Success!

The Village Market ran 12 Sundays this year from June 21 to September 6. Fourty vendors participated and we look forward to seeing you at next year's Market.


The Market for 2010 will start Sunday June 21 and run to September 5.  The results of a survey sent to both businesses and Vendors indicates a desire for the market to run from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm for 2010.  If you have any comments, questions or would like to take part please call us at 250-427-3666
Calendar of Events

November 18
Chamber Annual General Meeting
at Centre 64 Gallery
6:00 pm to 9:45 pm
Year in Review
Election of Directors
Launch of 2010 Business Awards

November 21
Downtown Holiday Light-Up 6:00 pm
Santa arrives at 6:30

December
Holiday Business Mingle
TBA

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Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce
270 Kimberley Avenue
(250) 427-3666
www.kimberleychamber.com