Actively Engaged for Kimberley Business Since 1923 October 2011 Leadership-Advocacy-Benefits
The Kimberley & District Chamber of Commerce performs a leadership role in the promotion, development, growth
and prosperity of businesses in our community. As well, we 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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October 2011 Mingle
Montana's Cookhouse Grand Opening !
Thursday October 20, 2011
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Location: Montana's Cookhouse at Trickle Creek Lodge
250-427-1600
Beverages & Business Cards
Join us the third Thursday (some exceptions) 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 introduced 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 great networking and educational opportunity.
All business people and guests are welcome!
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Savings for Your Business!!
Hello Everyone! I am Marilyn Christensen, Business Energy Advisor, LiveSmart BC, who will be working in the Kootenay region. This program is available to all community businesses. LiveSmart BC is offering our program to small businesses who qualify, a FREE walk through energy audit with opportunities to save money through BC Hydro and Fortis BC with no obligations. "Choose to take advantage of new ways to make your business more energy efficient. Have a free walk-through assessment to identify opportunities to save money and energy. Benefit from increased incentives from BC Hydro and FortisBC, participate in the LiveSmart Champion program, replace inefficient lighting with energy efficient technology. Save on power bills. Save on heating and cooling costs." KIMBERLEY, BC SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY AUDITS November 7, 8, 9TH, 2011 Please call me for your FREE Small Business Energy Audit to take advantage of the ENERGY rebates and savings that are available to you.
I will also be attending the Kimberley & District Chamber AGM on Friday November 4 and will be happy to meet you. Please contact me at 250-426-5914 to book a FREE energy audit. Thank you for your time and consideration. 
Marilyn Christensen Business Energy Advisor Kootenay Region Office 250-426-5914 |
Integra Air is Set to Expand Service
Cranbrook, BC (August 24, 2011) - Integra Air has revised its fall schedule from the Canadian Rockies International Airport to Edmonton International starting on September 19, 2011. The schedule is as follows:
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The revision will increase service between the two communities to 4 days per week -- Monday to Thursday. The increased service will also see the addition of a direct flight from Lethbridge to Cranbrook only on Monday mornings at this time. Service from Cranbrook to Lethbridge would still require routing through Edmonton.
"This is a very exciting and very positive announcement from Integra Air, and I wish to thank them for their support of this community and region," says City of Cranbrook Mayor Scott Manjak. "Continued growth in service and passenger numbers at the airport, reaffirms to our residents and visitors and certainly to me that our airport remains a very viable option in their travel plans."
Dave Macfarlane of Integra says, "The support of the folks of the entire Kootenay Region has been overwhelming. The number of passengers we are serving has been growing steadily, and we enjoy the two way communication that we have been able to build with a number of individuals and organizations. No doubt the 'work together' attitude that seems to be everywhere in the Columbia Valley will be the key to continued growth in frequency and capacity.
Integra Air indicated in their original service plan to the Canadian Rockies International Airport in the spring that should passenger loads continue to grow, as they have been, the company would look at additional service expansion to 5 days per week for the winter season. Integra would also look at capacity increases by introducing a larger aircraft to service the route if demand supports the additional capacity.
Tristen Chernove, Managing Director at the Canadian Rockies International Airport adds "I've been very happy to see the loads pick up over the past six weeks. Adding additional frequency and modifying the flight times due to feedback received shows great commitment and responsiveness from Integra Air."
Visit the Canadian Rockies International Airport website for more information about the facility and our great service providers.
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CHAMBER AGM
Notice of AGM
Friday November 4
Centre 64 Gallery
6:00 pm Registration
6:30 pm AGM and Election of Board
7:30 pm Mingle
For Board Nomination forms please contact Sioban at 250-427-3666 |
Municipal Election 2011
Candidates Forums
Councilors Forum Tuesday November 8 7:00 pm McKim Middle School Theatre
Mayors Forum Wednesday November 9 7:00 pm McKim Middle School Theatre
Questions must be submitted in writing at the start of the forums or online
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Welcome New Members!
The Chamber is pleased to welcome the following new members in 2011:
SNAP East Kootenay, Mac Campbell Associates, Gasthaus am Platzl, Investors Group,
H & R Block, Redneck Adventures, Flowers Galore Gifts and More, ET Woodwork, Trickle Creek Resort Property Maintenance, Sustainable Spaces Design & Drafting, Paddy Weston, Kimberley Econolodge, Edward Jones Financial - Jo Ann Smith.
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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_______________________ |
NEW Member Benefit
Constant Contact is a great tool to communicate with your customers! As a Chamber Member you are eligible for great discounts on your new or any current Constant Contact accounts. Members can SAVE 20% WHEN YOU PREPAY FOR 6 MONTHS OR 25% IF YOU PREPAY FOR 12 MONTHS!
For a free Trial Account just click on the link below:
Constant Contact
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College of the Rockies
Click Here for Current Course Selection
Continuing Education
Your community source for skills upgrading, career enhancement, and pre-employment or special interest training. Our Winter 2011 courses are now on the web...check our course list to see if we have a course/ program that is right for you.
There are many new and exciting courses you can take this winter. The possibilities are endless. The Journey Starts Here!
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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!
Click here for CFEK Training & Events
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Kootenay Rockies Innovation Council
KRIC Website
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