The "Voice" of Kimberley Business Since 1923                                           January 2010
Welcome to the
Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce January Newsletter
 
Our Mission is to be the true "Voice of Kimberley Business".  We are membership centered. We are committed to actively advocate on behalf of our businesses, offer value based benefits and services and contribute positively to our community in many ways. Contact us to find out how you can become involved.
Call us at (250) 427-3666 today!
REMINDER: Your 2010 Membership Investment is due January 31, 2010. 
                   Don't miss out on on our many member benefits!
    Happy Hans Cuckoo Clock Needs YOU!

    Did you know that our favorite Kimberley attraction is over 37 years old?
    Canada's largest cuckoo clock was built in September 1972 by
    Bill Spence and was designed by Dick Bova.  In true down-home
    Kimberley Spirit, its inner workings were constructed from various
    "found objects" and recycled parts.
    On-the-hour or for a quarter, Happy Hans has entertained us with
    Adi Unterberger's distinctive "Glacier Yodel", but lately Happy has been
    in an early retirement mode.  In spite of the countless volunteer hours invested
    by Juri Adank and others to get him operating, Happy is showing his age!

   It is time to revitalize our beloved icon !
   The Chamber has just struck a committee to get Happy back on his feet and breathe new life into our old
   friend.  Your participation is invited! 
   We will need an industrial designer and/or engineer to design the inner workings.  We will need machinists, 
   electricians and possibly a millwright to build it.  We will need craftsmen to redesign and update the exterior
   and most of all, we will need funds to make it happen.
   If you wish to become involved or can contribute in any way please contact us at 250-427-3666

                        Clock Facts:     When Built: September 1972

                                                Dimensions:
                                                Height: 22 Feet (6.7 Metres)
                                                Depth: 12 Feet (3.7 Metres)
                                                Width: 12 Feet (3.7 Metres)
                                                Clock Face diameter: 6 Feet (1.8 Metres)
                                                Hans height: 4 Feet (1.2 Metres)

                                                                                                     
                                                                                                                                     Original Design !
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 usually 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:                                                                    Would you like to sponsor and/or host our
Thursday January 21  5:00 pm to 7:00 pm                            next Beverages and Business Cards Event?
Alpen Cafe & Guesthouse                                                   Our next event is Thursday February 18. 
Located at the Corner of Warren & Ritchie                            Call 250-427-3666 to find out how to bring
Hosted by Jason Truscott & Sophie Pettersson                     40-50 business people into Your business!

SKILLS TRAINING
Are you looking to add to or improve your small business skills in a quick and convenient manner?  Then CFEK's business courses may be the answer you're looking for.  Whether you've been in business for years or are about to start a new one, CFEK's affordable courses are packed with practical information aimed at entrepreneurs just like you.  Topics range from advertising and marketing to website design, e-commerce, and business law.  There's bound to be a course that will help you improve your bottom line!
Upcoming seminars include:Bridging the Generation Divide - Gen Y; Building Profitable Strategic Alliances; My First year in Business - Financial Overview and Managing Your Balance Sheet; E Commerce and MORE.

Click here for CFEK Training & Events
In This Issue
Happy Hans Needs You!
Beverages & Business Cards
Community Futures Skill Training
Chamber Benefits
Building Sustainability
College of the Rockies

CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Chamber Benefit
of the Month


Chamber Group Insurance

The Chamber Group Insurance Plan is the Number One Chamber membership benefit for a very good reason: It Pays!
Our plans provide excellent benefits for small businesses from 1 to 50.  Options include medical, dental, disability, critical illness, overhead expense plans and Pay Direct Prescription Drug cards.
Taylor-made plans to
suit your needs. 
Call your local Chamber Plan Representative: Wayne Haddad at 250-426-4221 wayne.haddad@sunlife.com


Building Sustainability:
A Green Homes and
Renovations Conference
January 29 & 30, 2010

Conference Details


 

College of the Rockies

Click here for courses!

 Continuing Education
Your community source for skills upgrading, career enhancement, and pre-employment or special interest training. Our Winter 2010 courses are now on the web...check our course list to see if we have a course/ program that is right for you. Find something that will help you Make a Connection!
There are many new and exciting courses you can take this winter. The possibilities are endless. Make a Connection today!

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