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Ribbon Cutting: Valley First
Valley First opened the doors of its Rutland branch at Valley First Place on Monday, March 4 and Chamber representatives were their for the grand opening on Thursday, April 15.
The credit union's newest location, situated at the corner of Rutland Rd and Highway 33, adds to the continuing revitalization of the Rutland community and will give consumers greater choice of financial institutions and easier access to financial expertise.
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Canadian Chamber of Commerce & Grant Thornton LLP  
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Grant Thornton LLP to present the Private Business Growth Award. This award will recognize and celebrate dynamic, privately-held businesses whose growth strategy encompasses a broad range of activities across their business.
Nominations for this national award are open to Canadian-owned, privately-held businesses with annual revenues over $5 million. The deadline for nominations is Aug. 30, 2013.
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In the newsBusiness, Technology, Economy
Kelowna Mayor and Council Applaud Volunteers - The City of Kelowna and its Mayor and Council celebrate Volunteer Week, running April 22-26, by taking a moment to recognize some of the groups and individuals who work hard to make Kelowna a great community.
Downtown Plan Report Card - City Council heard on Monday the first annual status report since the adoption of the Downtown Plan in early 2012. The report accounts for the progress of 25 initiatives highlighting those that are complete or underway.
Bike to Work Week Registration Now Open - The sun is shining, birds are chirping, and spring is finally here! Time to get ready for Central Okanagan smartTRIPS Bike to Work Week. Remember that Bike to Work participation is based on the total number of people in your workplace (drivers are on your team too!), so boost your participation rates by getting everyone to try biking.
Are You Self-Employed? - As a self-employed individual, you have until midnight on June 17, 2013 to file your 2012 income tax and benefit return. Don't forget -- you must pay any balance owing for 2012 on or before April 30, 2013, regardless of your filing date.
Accelerate Okanagan: Traction Program - Is your tech company positioned for high growth? You may qualify for Traction, a 4 month intensive program that accelerates the growth of high performing small to medium sized enterprises.
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Canadian Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting
Sponsorship Opportunity
Sept. 28-30, 2013
 Did you know that the Canadian Chamber of Commerce is holding its annual conference and AGM in Kelowna this fall?
We want your business to get involved, and provide that great Kelowna welcome to the 425 visiting delegates and spouses from across the country.
We're putting together spousal tours, a huge celebratory reception at the Rotary Centre for the Arts, and have a range of ways member companies can get involved.
Click here to see our sponsorship package with all the details.
This is a remarkable opportunity that only comes around once in a very long time. Let's work together to make the most of it, and help make money for your business.
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