CEO's Corner
This past month our Chamber teamed with the Urban Development Institute (Okanagan) and Kelowna Home Builders to bring our united voices of concern about the impact of the HST referendum to our MLA's. We stressed the urgency for the Provincial and Federal governments to find a quick way to bring customers back to the drawing boards and Realtor offices. This vitally import construction industry has come to a halt as customers wait for the changes back to pre-HST conditions as they affect their real estate transactions.
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Mayor's Message
Recent Sign Bylaw amendments should help clarify regulations in using temporary marketing signs, project signs and banners and electronic changeable copy signs.
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Mobile Apps for Your Business
Apps for your business, when to use them, what type and how?? While coming up with a concept for your app can be fun and exciting, taking the next step to create it is where the real challenge lies, especially if you do not have a technical background. To guide you forward, we have listed some of the things you should remember when looking to create a mobile app.
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What's Your Game Plan?
Did you know that cancer risk increases with age? In 2011, it is estimated that 10,200 BC women will be diagnosed with cancer and 4,300 will die. During the month of October, the Canadian Cancer Society is reaching out to women to make time to get a cancer Game Plan. The focus is on breast, colorectal and cervical because about 40 per cent of all new cancers in women can be attributed to these three cancers.
We are encouraging women to make time for a game plan because these cancers can have positive outcomes if detected and treated early.
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Promote Your Business
Looking for opportunities to promote your business? Let other chamber members know who you are by adding your promotional products to our welcome bags that we will be giving to our new members upon joining the Kelowna Chamber. For More details or to promote your business in our Welcome Bags, contact our Membership Coordinator, Paulina McChesney at (250) 469-7354. |
Faces and Places...
Great time had by all at this year's first Chamber Nine N' Dine. The Golf Gods gave us a beautiful sunny day and the course was in great shape. Thanks to the Bear for a well run tournament and great food! See you all next year!
Thank you to our sponsors...
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Refer a Member...get rewarded (at the Keg!)
October's "Refer a Member" featured restaurant is The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. Quality, comfort and value are three key ingredients that make The Keg Steakhouse & Bar experience like no other. Their menu features tender, juicy steaks, slow roasted prime rib, succulent shellfish, the freshest of salads, irresistible desserts... and of course, an outstanding wine list. Their inviting culture will always welcome you with a smile. Their staff is outgoing, knowledgeable and friendly, with a genuine desire to please. The Keg Steakhouse & Bar provides an atmosphere that encourages you to enjoy, relax and be yourself.
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