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Lunch 'n Learn with Silverbridge Toastmasters ‐ Wed. Apr. 29Presentation and public speaking skills make a huge differencein how people perceive you. Do you want to impress youraudience at your next meeting or presentation? Improve yourleadership potential? Chris Wilkinson and Julia Musial ofSilverbridge Toastmasters will share the top mistakes to avoid,and tips that will have you nailing your next presentation!Lunch 'n Learn with SilverbridgeToastmasters
Wed. Apr. 29, Noon ‐ 1 pmFireside Room at the Travelodge Silver Bridge Inn, 140 Trans Canada Hwy
Free, but regular lunch menu pricing appliesRSVP to [email protected] | 250.748.1111
Mixer at Sensational de Paradisio May 21We're looking forward to a lovely summer's evening & hospitality at Sensational deParadisio. Come and enjoy a tour of this fabulous vacation property featuring saltwater pool with waterfalls, covered outdoor area, grand stone firepit, horses, pondand more! This is a rain or shine event!
Mixer at Sensational de Paradisio B & BThurs. May 21, 5:30 pm
4545 Tipperary Rd.Free to Members
RSVP to : [email protected] | 250.748.1111
Wednesday Wine Down at Craig St. Brew Pub ‐ May 27
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Yet another good reason to go to the Craig StreetBrew Pub ‐ the Chamber's Wednesday Wine Down.We'll enjoy wine, cocktails, appies and of course,Craig Street's famous selection of hand‐craftedbeer. We'll gather upstairs for the Wine Down. Crossyou fingers for good weather so we can spill outonto the deck.
Wednesday Wine Down at Craig Street Brew PubWed. May 27, 5:30 pm
Regular menu pricing appliesRSVP to [email protected] | 250.748.1111
Social Media Camp Discount for Chamber MembersSocial Media Camp is offering a discount code to Chamber members planning onattending this year's event. You can take advantage of $50 off the regularregistration 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 ofsocial media marketing, whether you're responsible for driving website traffic,managing the online marketing budget, reputation management, customer serviceor stewarding your company's online brand.
Enter the promo code DuncanChamber50.Click To Register
May 21‐23 | Victoria Conference Centre
Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre News
2015 Cowichan Free Map Now Available at the CRVCPlease pop by to pick up your bundle of 25 maps. These are great foraccommodations and attractions to provide to visitors wanting to explore theCowichan Valley.
Pick Up Your Supply of Once Upon a Year Cowichan DVDThe extended 50 minute version of Nick Versteeg's Once Upon a Day Cowichan make great client appreciation gifts. Many accommodation providers give them to"returning guests"...And Realtors find them handy to mail to perspective clientsconsidering moving to the Valley. We sell them individually for $7.95, but youmay purchase them for $5 each, with a minimum order of 10 DVD's. Contact Kirstyto put aside your bundle of 10. [email protected]/Attractions/Retailers: You may also retail these for $7.95 with apromotional poster included. Ask us.
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Incentives/Coupons Requested for Major Cowichan TourThe Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre is welcoming an FMCA Motorcoach tour of80 + visitors on May 21. We are creating a package of information for each guest to encourage them to fully exploreour 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 orincentive to encourage folks on the tour to come to your location. We'll include your materials in the welcome kitprovided to each individual and guide on the tour. We are requesting a minimum of 45 copies ‐ please get them in tothe Visitor Centre by May 15.Please contact Visitor Services Coordinator Kirsty Grant for details or questions.
Duncan Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre2986 Drinkwater Rd., Duncan BC V9L 2C6
[email protected] | 250.746.4636
BC Chamber News
$10,000 Writing Prize ‐ BC Chamber Accepting Submissions for Rurals & Urban ‐ Contest Deadline May 15There has been a significant shift from rural living to urban over the past few decades. The exponential growth inB.C.'s urban centres has left only 20% of the population to produce and extract the raw goods from our seven naturalresources. Some of these resources provide for the direct needs of the Urban and Rural populations, while mostresources are exported, helping pay for the imported wants and needs of both. We ask: how is this sustainable, andhow 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 yourarticle published. Grand Prize $10,000, Second Place $5000, 5 Regional Winners @ $1000 & 10 Runners Up @ $100
Rurals & Urban Writing Contest ‐ BC ChamberDeadline May 15 | 1200 Words
Details here | Entry FormPlease email or mail completed , along with a
photo and article submissionto [email protected]
BC Chamber Seeking New President & CEOThe BC Chamber is now seeking qualified candidates to apply for the position of President & Chief Executive Officerof the BC Chamber of Commerce.
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BC Chamber Applauds Balanced Federal Budget Media Release
Canadian Chamber of Commerce Budget Analysis
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Canada‐BC Job Grant Extended The program has been a great success thanks to the initiative taken by BC Chambers. Between January and March2015, BC Chambers helped employers submit almost 200 applications, totalling close to $1 million in governmentreimbursements. You will find an updated copy regarding the Canada‐BC Job Grant here. Additional fact info sheet
Employer Information Form Participant Information Form
2014‐2015 BCCC Policy and Procedures Manual Our Chamber will be represented at the upcoming 2015 BC Chamber AGM, Prince George, May 24 ‐ 26. Below is a linkto the 2014‐ 2015 Policy and Positions Manual which contains informed opinions and policy statements adopted bymembers during the policy session at The Chamber's 61st Annual General Meeting held in Richmond, BC, May 22nd to24th, 2014. We look forward to being involved in the 2015 ‐ 2016 Policy Process.
2014 ‐ 2015 BCCC Policy and Positions Manual
This Weekend & Coming Soon
Volunteer Cowichan Roast & Toast for Jean Crowder ‐ TOMORROW ‐ Apr. 25You are invited to join Volunteer Cowichan Apr. 25 at the Cowichan Golf and Country Club to celebrate MP JeanCrowder who is also a past president of Volunteer Cowichan. This non‐political event and fundraiser for VolunteerCowichan. The evening includes a silent auction and 50/50 raffle.
Jean Crowder Roast and ToastTickets are available at Volunteer Cowichan
1 Kenneth PlaceTicket Cost: $75 | Table of 8: $560
T: 250‐748‐2133 | E: [email protected]
Providence Farm ‐ Annual Plant Sale & Farm Garage Sale ‐ TOMORROW ‐ Apr. 25Support Providence Farm and get your garden started. It's the Annual Pland Sale & FarmGarage Sale at Providence Farm on Sat. Apr. 25, 9 am ‐ 2 pm. The Annual fundraiser will betaking place in St. Ann's Gardens at Providence Farm. All proceeds support programming foradults and seniors with developmental, intellectual, mental health and age relatedillnesses.
Providence Farm Annual Plant Sale & Farm Garage SaleSat. Apr. 25, 9 am ‐ 2 pm
1843 Tzouhalem Rd.
Teafarm Tea & Tango ‐ TOMORROW ‐ Apr. 25Experience an evening with the sound, dance and taste of Argentina. Discover Yerba Mate served in gourds, locallymade traditional sweets made with dulce de leche. Enjoy an alluring tango performance with live music. $20/person This intimate evening has very limited seating so reserve now to avoid disappointment. This event begins at 7 pm.
Teafarm8350 Richards Trail, North Cowichan
T: 250‐748‐3811 | Toll Free 1‐855‐748‐3811
The 45th Annual Cowichan Valley Fine Arts Show ‐ Apr. 28 ‐ May 3More than 140 Artists and Artisans will participate in Cowichan Valley's Fine Arts Show in Apr. 28 ‐ May 3, in Portals atthe IslandSavings Centre. Pieces include works in both 2D /3D, Traditional and Contemporary categories, and entriesfrom CVAC's own Youth Outreach Program. The popular "People's Choice" designation will be awarded at the end ofthe show. Avoid line ups, and get you tickets in advance ‐ now available at Portals.
45th Annual Cowichan Valley Fine Arts ShowApr. 28 ‐ May 3
Portals, in the IslandSavings Centre, 2687 James St.Opening Night, Jury Walks & Talks: Tues. Apr. 28, 6:30 pm
Daily: Apr. 29 ‐ May 5
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$5 Adults | Children Under 12 FREEWatch for The Best of the Best of the 2015 Fine Arts Show, May 7 ‐ May 26 at Portals
2015 Home Expo ‐ Island Savings Centre, TODAY through to Sun ‐ Apr. 24, 25, 26 Many of our members will be represented this weekend at the 28th Annual Spring Home Expo. Watch the CowichanValley Citizen for a full list of exhibitors. More info here
14th Annual Spring Plant Sale Milner Gardens April 25 and 26 We are happy to feature one of "up‐island members" Milner Gardens' Spring Plant Sale, Saturday and Sunday, April 25and 26th at Milner Gardens & Woodland, 2179 West Island Highway, Qualicum Beach. Great discounts on heritagetree, shrubs and perennials. Master gardeners will help answer your plant questions or choose the right plant. Comeearly for best selection! Enjoy walking through the Rhododendron collection as it begins the spring bloom.Winter rates admission for this weekend: Adults $5.25, Students $3.15, children 12 and under accompanied by anadult. Milner Gardens members, and current VIU students with card enter free.Tea Room open 11:30am to 4pm, gardens close at 5pm with last entry 4:30pm. The gardens open seven days a weekcommencing April 27th.
For more information, visit Milner Gardens website
This Just In ...
Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society ‐ AGM Tues. May 19The Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society is having their 25th Annual General Meeting on Tues. May 19 in the Koksilah Roomat the Island Savings Centre. Fisheries biologist, and talented presenter, Dave Preikshot will report on the salmonmonitoring project. The BC Ministry of Environment identified Somenos as "one of the best places to view wildlifeclose to an urban centre". The Marsh has also been recognized by Bird Life International as a globally significantImportant Bird Area. Learn more about the Society, become a member, or make a donation at their website.
Somenos Marsh Wildlife Society ‐ 25th Annual General MeetingTues. May 19, 7 pm
Koksilah Room, Island Savings Centre, 2687 James St.
VIEA Transportation Forum March 31 Video presentation of the sold out event, now available at VIEA Transportation Forum Newsletter with link
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 beena great year, with many wonderful shows in PORTALS and exciting plans in progress for the future. Voting membersmust be current members in good standing having purchased membership one month prior to the meeting. One voteper 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 MeetingMay 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 23The Brunner Family and the Blue Grouse Estate Winery team invite you to attend the grand opening of their newtasting room and winery facility. Blue Grouse is one of Vancouver Island's first wineries, working with vines originallyplanted in 1977. Winemaker and vineyard manager Bailey Williamson will showcase the latest vintages. Snacks. Livemusic with Sweet Lowdown.
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Grand Opening ‐ Blue Grouse Estate Winery & Vineyard
Sat. May 23, 11 am ‐ 5 pm | Live music: 1 ‐ 4 pm2182 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 29Nominations are now open for the Duncan North Cowichan Sports Hall of Fame. Everyone is invited to nominate ‐ bothteams and individuals may be eligible. Selected recipients have a plaque on the Hall of Fame at the Cowichan AquaticCentre. The deadline for nominations is May 29.
Criteria & CategoriesAthlete: minor sports, high school, or amateur athlete who has earned honours representing North Cowichan orDuncan in provincial, national or international competitions; or any local athlete that has excelled at sports at thecollegiate, 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 inprovincial, national or international competitions;Administrators or Builders: individuals who have made a significant contribution to local athletics throughinvolvement with a youth sports organization.
See the Wall of Fame website for details and Nominations
City of Duncan ‐ Street Food Vendors Wanted The City of Duncan is looking for dynamic, professional businesses and organizations with unique food products toprovide quality services in our parks this summer.The following spaces are available on a competitive basis:
2 vendors in Centennial Park from June 15 ‐ September 152 vendors in Charles Hoey Park from June 26 ‐ August 3
Interested vendors must submit an application along with all supporting evaluation information required under thenew "Street Food Vendor Applications" which is available on the City's website www.duncan.ca or by visiting 200Craig Street from 8:30 ‐ 4:30 Monday to Friday.Applications must be submitted to the City at 200 Craig Street by 4:00pm on May 12, 2015 in a sealed envelopeclearly marked Street Food Vendor Application.
Application Process and Instructions
Mother's Day Brunch at Birds Eye Cove Farm ‐ May 10Enjoy Mother's Day Brunch, mimosa and an oceanside walk this Mother's Day at Birds Eye CoveFarm. Reservations required.
Mother's Day Brunch at Bird's Eye Cove FarmSun. May 10
5881 Genoa Bay Rd.Reservations: 250.748.6379
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Breakfast Spelling Bee ‐ Rotary Supports Cowichan Literacy ‐ May 27Do you have crack spellers in your organization? Want to support literacy in Cowichan and have some fun? DuncanRotary 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 permonth to children up to age 5.
Rotary Breakfast Spelling Bee to Support LiteracyMay 27, Duncan Mall Details & Entry Form
To find out more, and enter your team contact Denise Code: [email protected]
Workshop: Time Hacks in Today's Workplace with Garland Coulson, May 5You are invited to a dynamic May 5, noontime workshop with Garland Coulson,aka Captain Time. For anyone who missed his last presentation to the Networking For Non‐profits group, here is yourchance! Bring your lunch and attend Time Hacks in Today's Workplace. You'll learn how to:
Be more effective with your time by recognizing distractionsUse tools to get and keep organizedBe effective in contributing to your own goals and organizational goals.
Time Hacks in Today's Workplace with Garland CoulsonMay 5, 11:45 am
Community Futures, 135 Third St.11:45 am | $10
Space is limited. Please RSVP soon: [email protected]
2015 Spring Home Expo ‐ 5 pm TONIGHT through to Sun. Apr. 25 ‐ FREEThe Cowichan Valley Spring Home Expo runs this weekend at the Island Savings Centre. This is a FREE event. You'llenjoy live demonstrations, inspiring displays and ideas, and prizes. Discuss renovation queries with on site experts andsuppliers. Be sure to connect with Chamber members at the Expo.
2015 Spring Home ExpoFri. Apr. 24, 5 pm ‐ 9 pm | Sat. Apr. 25 9:30 am ‐ 5:30 pm | Sun. Apr. 26 10 am ‐ 4 pm
Island Savings Centre, 2687 James St.
First Memorial Funeral Chapel, Booth 3 Act Hearing & Audiology Inc., Booth 63
RTC Industries, Booth 12 Bullseye the Granite Guy, Booth 105
Van Houtte Coffee, Booth 45 St. John's Ambulance, Booth 114
Expedia Cruiseshipcentres, Booth 55 Westile Mechanical Services Ltd., Booth 132
The Window Viper, Booth 62 Tidal Blinds, Bulk 3
Resthouse Sleep Solutions, Bulk 4 Cowichan Sound & Cellular, Booth 35
Price's Alarms, Booth 13 London Drugs, 77
Member News
TASTE Goes Island‐Wide We are super excited! The TASTECowichan Directory has expanded to 5 more regions across Vancouver Island. ‐ weare now TASTEtheIsland! Please spread the word to all your Island friends and associates... Listing your business in
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your Island region is EASY! We have awesome deals for our new regions and ALL Profile listings are now only $250/year (plus gst).
Click here to join the TASTE Community
We look forward to promoting your Island business with TASTE!For assistance with listing your Island business, contactPatricia: [email protected] or call 250‐597‐2999
TASTEtheIsland is the only all‐inclusive Island‐wide directory for Vancouver Island
businesses and events!
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 6Internet & Cyber Crime MAY 13
Road Safety (pedestrians, vehicles and scooters) MAY 20Frauds & Scams MAY 27
Protecting our Seniors (Elder Abuse, Community Response, Public Guardian options) JUN 3Financial Safety ‐ JUN 10
For details and to register, contact Duncan Community Policing
250.701.9145 | [email protected] | www.warmlandcops.com
Business Property References for RCMPCommunity Policing has a voluntary program to maintain important information about your business. If members fromthe North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP Detachment are called to your location, outside of office hours, they will haveinstant access to your contact information, your designated representative, and/or your alarm company. This is avoluntary program. To participate, download/complete the Property Reference form, and forward to CommunityPolicing.
Business Property References ‐ Community Policing & RCMPFor details contact Duncan Community Policing
250.701.9145 | [email protected] | www.warmlandcops.com
Budget Car Rental & Storage ‐ Discount for Chamber MembersChamber members enjoy a standing 15% discount at Duncan Budget Car Rental. And now, they've extended the 15%off to their storage fees for Chamber members too. When you're ready to use your member discount, drop by or callBudget to book your vehicle or storage.
Budget Car Rental & Storage15 % Off for Chamber Members
5340 Trans Canada Hwy.250.748.3221
Budget Self Storage
Hike for Hospice ‐ Sun. May 3Hike for Hospice at Providence Farm on May 3. Hike 2K or 4K along gentle trails or through the labyrinth. This fundraising walk supports awareness and Hospice Palliative Care in Cowichan. Hikers enjoy a BBQ lunch, foot spa and facepainting for the young and young at heart. A true family event, leashed pets are welcome!
Hike for HospiceSun. May 3, 10 am ‐ 1 pm
Providence Farm, 1843 TzouhalemRegistration or More Info: [email protected] | 250.701.4242
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Heart & Stroke Big Bike Ride is June 21BIG BIKE = 1 bike, 30 seats, 2kms, 20 minutes, and tons of fun. Coming to Duncan on June 21!This fantastic team building event is one of Heart&Stroke's most successful, longstandingprograms. Proceeds raised go directly towards life‐saving Heart & Stroke research! Why not put ateam together with your colleagues, friends and family? You don't have to have all 30 seats ‐Heart & Stroke is happy to combine teams. Find out more, and see who else is riding the Big Bike:
Visit www.bigbike.ca or call/email Jodi at 250‐410‐8094/[email protected].
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