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Welcome to the
Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce April Newsletter
Our Mission is to be the "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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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.
Member businesses will be grouped
according to sector such as Retail, Trades, Spas & Wellness, Professional
Services, etc. and each business will be assigned a code letter that will indicate their business area - eg. B for Blarchmont, P for Platzl. 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 extended to April 30. 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 at 250-427-3666 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 Kimberley business women enjoy April's Beverages
great networking and educational opportunity. & Business Cards event at Lambie Photography
All business people and guests are welcome! (photo: Fran Lambie)
NEXT EVENT: JUNE EVENT:
Thursday May 30, 2010 Thursday June 17, 2010
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Kimberley Golf Club Kimberley Underground Mining Railway
Hosted by the Kimberley Golf Club Downtown Station
Board of Directors Hosted by the Sullivan Mine & Railway
Find out what is new! Historical Society
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College of the Rockies
Date my Campus - A Business Networking Opportunity
Thursday May 13, 2010 from 7-8:30 pm at all COTR campuses
+ Speed Dating for Businesses - network with other "likeminded" professionals
+ Learn how our "net" working technology can help you
+ Find out what contract training services we offer the business community
+ Discover new funding opportunities
+ Check out our campus facilities, labs and meeting spaces
+ Satisfy your sweet tooth with the chocolate fountain
For more info, please email Tracey Whiting at: whiting@cotr.bc.ca
Kimberley's Blarchmont Campus - 1850 Warren Avenue 250-427-7116
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What major international festival will be attracting 350 - 400
participants and families to Kimberley and area this summer?
The North American Orienteering Festival and Championships, with participants from 15 countries, is coming to Kimberley and Cranbrook July 1 - 4, 2010.
Don't miss this opportunity to promote your business and to be part of this exciting event.
Contact Jim @ info@naoc2010.com or call 250-427-0585. More details coming soon.
Http://www.naoc2010.com
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Kimberley Broadband
Initiative
Your Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Kimberley Economic Development office has identified broadband access in Kimberley as one key to the future growth and prosperity of our community. Plans are underway to host a Roundtable Discussion in May. If you are interested in participating please contact Sioban at
manager@kimberleychamber.com
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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 Spring 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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Village Market
Plans are now well under way for the 2010 Kimberley Village Market.
The Market is set to commence on Sunday June 20 and will run to Sunday September 5.
For vendor information contact Sioban at
(250) 427-3666 or
Email Sioban
Steering Committee Members needed!
Play an active role in this year's market by participating on our Market Steering Committee.
Interested Platzl merchants and vendors please contact Allyson Blake at
(250) 427-7330 or
Email Allyson
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