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Welcome to the
Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce February 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!
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SECOND ANNUAL
KIMBERLEY CHAMBER BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Celebrating the Best in Business in Kimberley & District
Nomination Ballots now Available
Don't
delay - Nominate the Best of Kimberley Today! Ballots and ballot boxes
are located at the following locations in Kimberley: Buddha Belly
Deli, Barking Gecko Cafe; Alpen Cafe & Guesthouse;Kimberley Husky; Snowdrift Cafe; The Back Door; Black Bear Books & Video; Sullivan Pub; Edward Jones Financial and Kimberley Chamber-Visitor Centre.
2009 Business of the Year Award
Bavarian Sports & Hardware
Sponsored by Kimberley Daily Bulletin
Click below to complete our online ballot:
2010 Business Excellence Nomination Ballot
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Business Excellence Gala Awards Evening
Saturday April 10, 2010
Bootleg Gap Golf Course
6:00 pm Cocktails
7:00 pm Dinner
8:00 pm Awards
9:00 pm Entertainment sponsored by David Bellm & Co Ins.
Tickets: $40 + gst at the Chamber Office (250) 427-3666
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The New Chamber Member Business
Directory
Another great reason to join your Chamber today!
The 2010 Kimberley & District Chamber
of Commerce Member Business Directory is set to be launched this Spring. While Kimberley businesses and the Chamber
are very much tuned into the "Internet Age", they recognize that there are many
people who prefer to use more traditional print media for information. The new Chamber Member Business Directory
will be produced in a handy, portable format that will provide exposure for our
members and ready access by everyone.
The directory will be organized primarily by local business region ie.
Marysville, Blarchmont, Platzl, Townsite, Resort and surrounding district. Then, member businesses will be grouped
according to sector such as Retail, Trades, Spas & Wellness, Professional
Services, etc. In addition to member business listings, the directory will
include a section for attractions and festivals. The result will be a directory
that will be valuable to local consumers, business people and visitors alike.
To be listed in the directory you must be a
Chamber Member - It is one of the many benefits of Chamber membership. Deadline
for inclusion in the 2010 directory is March 1. You can apply for membership today by calling
(250)427-3666, by visiting our website at www.kimberleychamber.com
or dropping into our office at 270 Kimberley Avenue.
Don't miss out - Join Your Chamber Today!
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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 March 18 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm next Beverages and Business Cards Event?
Location TBA Our next event is Thursday March 18.
Call 250-427-3666 to find out how to bring
40-50 business people into Your business!
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Chamber Quarterly Business Events
Business Opprtunities at the Kimberley Conference and Athlete Training Centre
Our first quarterly business seminar was held Thursday February 4 at Kimberley Alpine Resort. Kimberley Economic Development Officer Heather Hornoi provided a detailed update of the progress of our centre and spoke to the many ways in which local Kimberley businesses can benefit from the project. One very important aspect of the process is the development of a comprehensive inventory of businesses and service providers that can be promoted to users of the facility. The product inventory data sheet is available at the Chamber Office and from the City. We plan to host additional presentations as the project nears completion.
HST FORUM - An HST Information Forum is planned for early Spring. This forum hosted by the Chamber of Commerce aims to provide local business people with the information they need regarding the HST. Watch our website and newsletters for the date and time.
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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.Tailor-made plans to suit your needs. Call your local Chamber Plan Representative: Wayne Haddad at 250-426-4221 wayne.haddad@sunlife.com_______________________ |
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!
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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
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