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Mixer at Sensational de Paradisio May 21
We're looking forward to a lovely summer's evening & hospitality at Sensational de
Paradisio. Come and enjoy a tour of this fabulous vacation property featuring salt
water pool with waterfalls, covered outdoor area, grand stone firepit, horses, pond
and more! This is a rain or shine event!
Mixer at Sensational de Paradisio B & B
Thurs. May 21, 5:30 pm
4545 Tipperary Rd.
Free to Members
RSVP to : [email protected] | 250.748.1111
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Wednesday Wine Down at Craig St. Brew Pub ‐ May 27
Yet another good reason to go to the Craig Street Brew Pub ‐ the Chamber's
Wednesday Wine Down. We'll enjoy wine, cocktails, appies and of course, Craig
Street's famous selection of hand‐crafted beer. We'll gather upstairs for the Wine
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Down. Cross you fingers for good weather so we can
spill out onto the deck.
Wednesday Wine Down at Craig Street Brew Pub
Wed. May 27, 5:30 pm
Regular menu pricing applies
RSVP to [email protected] | 250.748.1111
Be a Destination with Chamber on Tour 2015
Chamber Tour returns this summer! Every Wednesday in July and August Chamber
members tour the fabulous accommodations, attractions and businesses throughout
Cowichan. Host businesses connect with fellow members, prospective clients, and
Visitor Centre Travel Counsellors. Chamber members enjoy great company and all
that Cowichan has to offer. We are booking locations now for the summer. We
anticipate an average of +/‐ 15 people per tour, each tour is about an hour. Host
provide a tour, promote their business, and share their expertise and stories. If you would like to host a Chamber on Tour, or find out if this event is a fit for
your business, please contact Elizabeth Croft at the Chamber office.
[email protected] | 250.748.1111
Social Media Camp Discount for Chamber Members
Social Media Camp is offering a discount code to Chamber members planning on
attending this year's event. You can take advantage of $50 off the regular
registration rate of $399.The 6th Annual Social Media Camp is a three‐day,
knowledge‐rich conference that covers all key issues for getting the most out of
social media marketing, whether you're responsible for driving website traffic,
managing the online marketing budget, reputation management, customer service
or stewarding your company's online brand.
Enter the promo code DuncanChamber50.
Click To Register
May 21‐23 | Victoria Conference Centre
OR Get an even greater DEAL for Social Media Camp ‐ with ONLINE BID We have a full registration to Social Media Camp which was missed at our Black
Tie Silent Auction. Valued at $399 for the full 2 days, you can get this registration
for a fabulous deal! Check out our facebook page to place your bid. Not on
facebook? Reply to this email with your bid. Bidding starts at $100, increments of
$10. Bid closes next Friday, MAY 8 at noon.
Business Resources
Trades in BC Overview from
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How to Update Your Member
Profile
Canada‐BC Jobs Grant
CVRD Meetings
Duncan Council Mtgs
North Cowichan Mtgs.
Small Business BC ‐ Webinars
Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre News Incentives/Coupons Requested for Major Cowichan Tour
The Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre is
welcoming an FMCA Motorcoach tour
of 80 + visitors on May 21. We are
creating a package of information for
each guest to encourage them to fully explore our beautiful area. While here,
they'll be looking for restaurants and evening activities on the day of their
visit. We are reaching out, looking for incentives/coupons for these
travelers. Please consider providing a coupon or incentive to encourage folks on
the tour to come to your location. We'll include your materials in the welcome kit
provided to each individual and guide on the tour. We are requesting a minimum of
45 copies ‐ please get them in to the Visitor Centre by May 15. Please contact
Visitor Services Coordinator Kirsty Grant for details or questions.
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This Weekend & Coming Soon
20th Annual Wooden Boat Festival, Maple Bay Marina ‐ May 16 ‐ 17
It's the 20th Annual Wooden Boat Festival at Maple Bay Marina. It is a
rendevous for wooden boat owners and all woodboat designs are welcome.
The Wooden Boat Festival is open to everyone. Come and explore the docks
and vote for your favourite boat. Enjoy live music, vendors, artisans, model
boat show and more!
Maple Bay Marina ‐ 20th Annual Wooden Boat Festival
6145 Genoa Bay Rd.
[email protected] | 250.746.8482
Go! Island at the 2014
Wooden Boat Festival
Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society ‐ AGM Tues. May 19
The Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society is having their 25th Annual General Meeting on Tues. May 19 in the Koksilah Room
at the Island Savings Centre. Fisheries biologist, and talented presenter, Dave Preikshot will report on the salmon
monitoring project. The BC Ministry of Environment identified Somenos as "one of the best places to view wildlife
close to an urban centre". The Marsh has also been recognized by Bird Life International as a globally significant
Important Bird Area. Learn more about the Society, become a member, or make a donation at their website.
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Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society ‐ 25th Annual General Meeting
Tues. May 19, 7 pm
Koksilah Room, Island Savings Centre, 2687 James St.
Mac5 & CVRD ‐ Computer and Social Media Workshops
In partnership with the CVRD, MAC5 is excited to offer a wide range of computer courses covering everything from
Facebook for Business, Blogging 101 & 201, How to Use Instagram and many, many more. The classes take place at
the Island Savings Centre. Registration for the session opens on Mon. May 4, and courses start up in June. They are
expected to fill quickly. See the Chamber's Community Calendar for a complete list.
Are "U" a Safe Senior ‐ Programs Available from MAY 6 ‐ JUN 10 Community Policing is offering a series of sessions, focused on keeping seniors safe at home and on the streets: Home & Personal Safety MAY 6
Internet & Cyber Crime MAY 13
Road Safety (pedestrians, vehicles and scooters) MAY 20
Frauds & Scams MAY 27
Protecting our Seniors (Elder Abuse, Community Response, Public Guardian options) JUN 3
Financial Safety ‐ JUN 10
For details and to register, contact Duncan Community Policing
250.701.9145 | [email protected] | www.warmlandcops.com $10,000 Writing Prize ‐ BC Chamber Accepting Submissions for Rurals & Urban ‐ Deadline TODAY May 15
The exponential growth in B.C.'s urban centres has left only 20% of the population to produce and extract the raw
goods from our natural resources. Some of these resources provide for the direct needs of the Urban and Rural
populations, while most resources are exported, helping pay for the imported wants and needs of both. We ask: how is
this sustainable, and how do we educate urbanites on the balance and perceived dichotomy between urban values,
and B.C.'s resource‐based economy? Share your insight on this theme for your opportunity to win $10,000 and
potentially have your article published. Grand Prize $10,000, Second Place $5000, 5 Regional Winners @ $1000 & 10
Runners Up @ $100
Open to the public!
Rurals & Urban Writing Contest ‐ BC Chamber
Deadline May 15 | 1200 Words
Details here | Entry Form
Please email or mail completed , along with a
photo and article submission
to [email protected]
This Just In ... Small Business BC Presents ‐ Andrew Shepherd, Vancouver Island Salt
Andrew Shepherd, Founder and CEO of Canada's first sea salt harvestry, Vancouver Island Salt Co., will discuss his
journey from selling at local farmer's markets to scaling‐up his operations to meet international demand at the Local
Leaders monthly business mixer at Small Business BC in Vancouver on Thurs. June 4, 5:30 ‐ 7:30 pm.
Andrew Shepherd, Vancouver Island Salt Presents at Small Business BC Local Leaders Series
Thurs. June 4, 5:30 pm ‐ 7:30 pm
$25.00 | Live Webcast $10
Registration & Details here
Register before May 20 for the Early Bird Discount, $18.50 Member News
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Ease‐Ability Renovations Presents You Can Do It Workshops for Women
Ease‐Ability Solutions presents three workshops to bring out your inner handy‐woman. Attend all
3 for just $35, and part proceeds go to the Cowichan Valley Hospice Society. Get your tickets at
Act Hearing, or Second Hangar. Classes are 3 consecutive Thursday's, 7 ‐ 9 pm, at the Island
Savings Centre.
Ease‐Ability Renovations Presents You Can Do It Workshops for Women Electrical: May 14, Koksilah Rm.
Painting 101/Part 1 of 2: May 21, Mesachie Rm.
Painting 101/Part 2 of 2: June 7, Mesachie Rm.
$35 for the series. Tickets available at: Act Hearing, 361 Trans Canada (by Shoppers Drug Mart)
Cobble Hill: Second Hangar, 3541 Cobble Hill Road
Click here for complete details.
Ease‐Ability Renovations Seeks Lead Carpenter
Ease‐Ability Renovations is seeking a full time Lead Carpenter. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to
help grow the position while contributing to the ongoing and future success of Ease‐Ability. We offer flexible hours
and opportunity for growth in a team‐oriented, friendly environment. Responsibilities include:
Assist the owner in liaising between clients, employees, & (sub)contractors.
Build and maintain positive relationships with clients and suppliers through an honest, professional and ethical
approach to business and a sincere, compassionate approach to providing superior customer service.
Work & supervise employees and (sub) contractors on job sites, ensuring health and safety practices and
policies are being followed while providing direction and support to the project team. Click here for Complete Job Description.
Last Chance to Update Your Property References with RCMP
The RCMP, through Community Policing, maintains Property Reference for local businesses. If the police are called to
your business outside of office hours, and your Reference is up to date, they have information on hand to contact you
or your representative. This is a voluntary program and renewed annually.
Community Policing is currently updating all the Property References. Old References will be purged! So, please
send in your updated, and current information. It only takes a few minutes ‐ download the form here. Then forward
to Community Policing. Contact information is below, and on the form.
Community Policing
# 3 ‐149 Canada Ave
250.701.9145 | [email protected]
Upcoming Courses at VIU Simply Accounting Level 2 Master Gardener Information Session ‐ free! Tue & Thu, May 19‐Jun 4; 6‐9pm Wed, May 20; 6‐8pm
Serving It Right Cashier Training
Sat, May 23; 9am‐4pm Sat & Sun, May 30‐31; 9am‐4pm
Mud Nymphs & Aerial Dragons ‐ new!
Sat, Jun 20; 12‐3pm
See the complete selection of Professional Development & Training Courses here. Vancouver Island University will
provide tailored employee training for your business. They offer a diverse portfolio of courses: business,
communication and management, First Aid and Safety, and more.
Vancouver Island University
2011 University Way
Register in person, online or by phone 250‐746‐3519
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May is Social Enterprise Month in BC
Social Enterprises are quickly expanding throughout B.C. and around the world. These are organizations committed to
a social mission that direct their revenue to drive social change. To help raise awareness of the work social
entrepreneurs are doing in B.C. and the contributions these businesses make to our communities and our economy, the
Province has proclaimed May 2015 as Social Enterprise Month.
Social Enterprise Month Programming
BC Partners for Social Impact & Action Plan to Maximize Social Innovation Social Enterprise Canada
@HubcapBC
Transformational Leadership Workshop ‐ Tues. May 26 ‐ NEW DATE
Dr. Patrick Ross is presenting a workshop on "Transformational Leadership" exploring the process of change. Dr. Ross
will discuss a number of leadership implications....after all...if we lead should we not be facilitating change?
Transformational Leadership ‐ Dr. Patric Ross of Patrick Ross Consulting Presenting
Room 220, Vancouver Island University, 2011 University Way
Doors open 8:30, start 9am ‐ 12 noon
$10 at the door
RSVP by May 15 please: anne‐[email protected]
Cowichan Valley Arts Council ‐ Annual General Meeting ‐ May 26 The AGM for the Arts Council is Tues. May 26, 6 ‐ 8 pm in the Mesachie Room at the Island Savings Centre. It has been
a great year, with many wonderful shows in PORTALS and exciting plans in progress for the future. Voting members
must be current members in good standing having purchased membership one month prior to the meeting. One vote
per group member. If you have any questions regarding the AGM or your membership, please call the CVAC office 250‐
746‐1633.
Cowichan Valley Arts Council ‐ Annual General Meeting
May 26, 6 pm to 8 pm
Island Savings Centre, Mesachie Room, 2687 James Str.
The Council enthusiastically encourages all CVAC members to attend!
Blue Grouse Estate Winery & Vineyard Grand Opening May 23
The Brunner Family and the Blue Grouse Estate Winery team invite you to attend the grand opening of their new
tasting room and winery facility. Blue Grouse is one of Vancouver Island's first wineries, working with vines originally
planted in 1977. Winemaker and vineyard manager Bailey Williamson will showcase the latest vintages. Snacks. Live
music with Sweet Lowdown.
Grand Opening ‐ Blue Grouse Estate Winery & Vineyard
Sat. May 23, 11 am ‐ 5 pm | Live music: 1 ‐ 4 pm
2182 Lakeside Rd. [email protected] | 250.743.3834
New tasting room & winery facility at Blue Grouse
Nominate for the Duncan/North Cowichan Hall of Fame Deadline May 29
Nominations are now open for the Duncan North Cowichan Sports Hall of Fame. Everyone is invited to nominate ‐ both
teams and individuals may be eligible. Selected recipients have a plaque on the Hall of Fame at the Cowichan Aquatic
Centre. The deadline for nominations is May 29. Criteria & Categories
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Athlete: minor sports, high school, or amateur athlete who has earned honours representing North Cowichan or
Duncan in provincial, national or international competitions; or any local athlete that has excelled at sports at the
collegiate, professional or international level;
Team: minor sports, high school or amateur team that has represented North Cowichan or Duncan in provincial,
national or international competitions;
Coach: coach who has worked with individuals, or minor sports, high school, or amateur teams that participated in
provincial, national or international competitions;
Administrators or Builders: individuals who have made a significant contribution to local athletics through
involvement with a youth sports organization.
See the Wall of Fame website for details and Nominations
Breakfast Spelling Bee ‐ Rotary Supports Cowichan Literacy ‐ May 27
Do you have crack spellers in your organization? Want to support literacy in Cowichan and have some fun? Duncan
Rotary Club is hosting a Breakfast Spelling Bee at Duncan Mall on May 27. The morning starts with a great breakfast,
then teams work on spelling challenges. Winning team gets the plaque and bragging rights!
This fundraiser is a jumpstart to bring the Imagination Library to Cowichan. The program provides 1 new book per
month to children up to age 5.
Rotary Breakfast Spelling Bee to Support Literacy
May 27, Duncan Mall
Details & Entry Form
To find out more, and enter your team contact Denise Code: [email protected]
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