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voice contact for the nomination to move forward Well make 3 attempts toconnect so be sure to check your voicemail We look forward to speaking withyou

If you have any questions about the Black Tie Awards contactElizabeth Croft | 2507481111

Call for Donations to the Silent Auction Were looking forward to another spectacular evening at Brentwood College Schoolfor the 20th Annual Black Tie Awards Thank you for your past support by donatingto previous Silent Auctions We hope you will support the auction again this yearand for members who havent particpated the auction is a great opportunity toshowcase your business to 290 guests The silent auction is also a large Chamberfundraiser and we rely on both generous donations and generous bidding

To donate an item for the Black Tie Awards andAuction contact

Kirsty Grant Silent Auction amp Visitor Services Coordinator250‐746‐4636 | visitorinfoduncanccbcca

Sponsor Opportunities Still Available You havent missed out on your opportunity to supportthe Black Tie Awards with a sponsorship Gold Level andTable Sponsor opportunities are still available Or becreative and talk to us Depending on your sponsorshiplevel you could have your logo placement at the eventa shout out on social media and recognition at yoursponsored table Gold Sponsors also receive 2 tickets tothe Black Tie Awards

Download the sponsor letter here or contact Sonja Nagel

Something We All Get Congratulate the Black Tie Finalists in April 2016Being nominated for an award is an honour and becoming a Finalist is an excitingopportunity to celebrate with a room of fellow finalists and Black Tie attendeesYou can top off the Finalists night with a small gift for their SWAG bags to showyour appreciation for their outstanding contributions to the Cowichan region Asample of your product or a coupon for servicesno item is too small 25 itemsrequired for the 25 SWAG bags Contact Sonja or Jennifer to arrange

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Whistler for $109 Per Night for Chamber MembersThe BC Chambers Whistler 48‐HOUR CLUB will enables members to book last‐minute condos year‐round at Whiski Jack Resorts in Whistler for just $109night

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Whistler Member Offer ‐ $109 Per Night

First Data Lowers RatesMerchant Services provider First Data recently lowered their preferential pricing for Chamber members Andtheyre currently having a No Cancellation Fee Promotion This is how it works Signup before April 30 this year If for whatever reason you decide to cancel (ie ayear later) you will not be charged a cancellation fee



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Consider Hosting a Mixer Have you considered opening your business to Chamber Members by hosting aBusiness Mixer These events are typically held from 530 pm ‐ 7pm and includes hosting refreshments and light food This is an excellent opportunity to getmembers and potential customers through the door to showcase your business andproducts Sharing a mixer with other Chamber members is also an option TheChamber promotes the event administers the RSVPs and assists with gathering drawprizes (if you choose to include them) Mixers draw 20 ‐ 40 attendees and are tonsof fun

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Chamber Going to China ‐ Info Session Feb 25The Chamber has partnered with Citslinc the largest China tour providers in NorthAmerica and Duncan Hill Travel to offer an all‐inclusive eleven day tour ofChina We join other Chambers across BC and Canada who have participated inthis popular tour program The trip is open to all Chamber members and their staffat an all‐inclusive price of $2299 per person and the general public at $2399per person The tour departs from Vancouver on October 4 2016 Contact theChamber for more information and plan to join us on February 25 for an orientationevening of what to expect on this 11 day tour of China

China Tour Information SessionThurs Feb 25 530 ‐ 7 pm

Best Western Cowichan Valley Inn 6474 Trans Canada HwyCheck out the China poster here

Email Sonja Nagel to RSVP or call 2507481111

BC Chamber of Commerce Call for Board of Directors Nominations ‐ Deadline Mar 24BC Chamber of Commerce is looking forward to receiving your nominations for 2016 Board of Directors TheNomination Committee urges you to consider the following desirable qualities for Director found in this Letter toMembers and Nomination Package There are five two‐year Board vacancies As a result of the vacancies that will becreated at the end of this Board year In accordance with bylaws at least one of the new Directors must come fromVancouver Island Northwest BC and Kootenays

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Nominations and Questions Rod CoxFax 604‐683‐0416 | rfcoxtelusnet

Click here for an online copy of the BC Chamber Insight highlighting their Budgetmeeting with Premier Christy Clark and more

Help Us Celebrate Chamber Week Feb 15 ‐ 19 ‐ Special Member Ad Pricing in the Citizen

Cowichan Valley Citizen will be featuring our Chamber in the February 17 publication Please consider advertising inthis feature at the unbelievable rate of $85 (2 col by 3 including full colour) Connect with any of these reps tobook your ad space by close of business on Mon Feb 15

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We hope you will support the Chamber ‐ serving Cowichans businesses for 109 years

BC Ferries Presents at Chamber Luncheon Thurs Feb 18BC Ferries President amp CEO Mike Corrigan will provide an update on BC Ferries including future plans and prospectsBC Ferries is one of the largest ferry operators in the world Come and gain some insights into this vast system that iscomprised of 24 routes 47 terminal and 35 vessels

BC Ferries Presents at Chamber Luncheon

Best Western Cowichan Valley Inn 6474 Trans Canada HwyThurs Feb 18

1130 Networking | Noon Buffet and Presentation | 1 pm WrapRegister Online or contact the Chamber

chamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111$29 Members | $39 Non‐members

Please Note ‐ RSVPs for this event close on Feb 15 With increasing numbers for ourluncheons host facilities require lead time to order and prepare

Social Media Trends 2016 with Social Media is Simple Feb 24Brenda Burch is back for her 3rd annual look forward at social media trends for the upcoming year Processes andmenus seem fleeting when it comes to keeping up with social media Being effective is largely contingent on beingefficient ‐ making the most of the time you spend reaching out to and growing your social media community Yesyou can keep up Attend this Lunch n Learn with Brenda Burch and Social Media is Simple

Lunch n Learn Social Media Trends 2016 with Social Media is Simple Wed Feb 24 Noon ‐ 1 pm

Free to Members | $5 Non‐membersRSVP to 2507481111 | chamberduncanccbcca

Lunch n Learns are casual bring‐your‐own‐lunch sessions



Wednesday Wine Down Except‐Its‐On‐a‐Monday‐Because‐Its‐a‐Leap‐Year ‐ Mon Feb 29February 29 only comes around every 4 years so we thought it would be the perfect date for a Wednesday WineDown Dont miss this Leap Year Wine Down or wait 4 years until the next one

Leap Year Wine DownMon Feb 29 530 ‐ 7 pm

Best Western Cowichan Valley Inn 6474 Trans Canada HwyRegular Menu Prices

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Business Leader Survey Results Presentation ‐ Breakfast ‐ Mar 3The results and the economic outlook Business Leader Survey will be presented at a breakfast meeting on ThursMar 3 at the Cowichan Golf amp Country Club

Business Leader Survey Results PresentationThurs Mar 3 730 ‐ 9 am

Cowichan Golf amp Country Club 4955 Trans Canada Hwy (East off Bench Rd)$21 | Click here to register online

Or RSVP to chamberduncanccbccc | 2507481111

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Islands Agricultural Show ‐ Feb 12 amp 13The Islands Agriculture Show is the only agricultural trade show and conference serving the farm and food communityon Vancouver Isl and Coast and Gulf I slands Bringing together farmers rural landowners farm organizationsequipment dealers service providers and the general public the Islands Agriculture Show provides a venue forparticipants to learn connect and engage

Islands Agriculture Show Feb 12‐13 830 am ‐ 400 pm

Cowichan Exhibition Park | 7380 Trans Canada Hwy2507480822 | cowexshawca | Facebook | Twitter

$5 for Tradeshow | $15 per Conference SessionRegister Now Space Limited

Visitor Centre at the Islands Agriculture Show ‐ Feb 12 amp 13Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre is excited to be participating in the 2016 Islands Agriculture Show at the CowichanExhibition Grounds Visitor Centre representatives will be servicing out of town delegates and visitors to showcase allthere is to see in do in the Cowichan Valley Be sure to stop by the registration desk at the trade show and say hi



Unsworth Restaurant Reopens Feb 12 Just in Time for Valentines DayComing back from a short winter break our culinary team is looking forward to another season with renewedenergy and inspiration and filled with flavours of the west coast We look forward to welcoming you again toenjoy the award‐winning Unsworth experience youve grown to know and love

Treat your sweetheart this Valentines Day with a romantic dinner set for two at the Unsworth Restaurant Ourspecial 4‐course dinner will be offered on February 13th amp 14th for $60per person with optional wine pairingfor an extra $20 See Full Valentines Day Menu Feb 13 amp 14 Only

Reserve your Valentines Day dinner online or call 2509292292 ext 1

Unsworth Vineyards2915 Cameron Taggart Rd Mill Bay2509292292 | Facebook | Twitter

Valentines Day at Merridale Cider ‐ Feb 14 5 ‐ 8 pm This Valentines Day join Owner and Distiller Rick Pipes in the warm ambiance of our brandihouse Learnabout our 2016 product releases while sipping on signature cocktails Then satiate your appetite with a locallyinspired 3‐course menu Its the perfect place for romance this Valentines Day

Valentines Dinner Sun Feb 14 5 ‐ 8 pm$45 per person by Reservation at infomerridalecidercom

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Queen Margarets School Annual Fundraising Gala Sat Feb 13The annual QMS Gala is the major fundraising event for Queen Margarets Schoolto raise $7000000 for Phase II of The Learning Centre and to the Shirley BurrEquestrian CentreThe Gala is a wonderful way to meet other QMS parents alumni and staff The committee would be thrilled ifyou could join us to celebrate and support our great School community held on Saturday February 13 2016 atArbutus Ridge Golf Course

Queen Margarets School 2016 GALASat Feb 13 Doors Open 530 pm

Arbutus Ridge Golf CourseTickets $125 by phone 2507464185 ext 236 or

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Rotary Heart of Gold Gala Auction ‐ Feb 13The Rotary Club of Duncan holds their annual Heart of Gold Gala Auction on Sat Feb 13 Allyear Rotarians are busy working on local and international projects The Heart of Gold GalaAuctions is their main fundraiserSupport can come in different ways attend the dinner donate an item for the auction amonetary donation a donation of your service or your time All the money raised goesdirectly to Rotary projects Rotary members cover all club operating and administrative coststhrough their annual dues

Rotary Heart of Gold Gala Auction Sat Feb 13

Travelodge Silverbridge Inn 140 Trans CanadaTickets $60

Email for details or ticketsPrograms Supported by Heart of Gold Gala



1230 Merridale Rd Cobble Hill1‐800‐998‐9908 | 2507434293 |infomerridalecidercom | Facebook | Twitter

Last Chance to Nominate for Top 20 Under 40 DEADLINE Feb 15The Top 20 Under 40 Awards honour outstanding young leaders on Vancouver Island Nominations are based onachievement experience innovation leadership and community involvement Nominees demonstrate excellence inbusiness judgment leadership and contributions local and regional levels Lets show them how many YoungEntrepreneurs (under 40) we have in the Cowichan Valley

Previous winners from the Cowichan Valley are Andrew Higginson Higginson Consulting Chad Conrad Mr MikesDuncan Cori McCaw DLC Canadian Mortgage Experts and James Coleman Coleman Fraser Whittome Lehan

Top 20 Under 40 AwardsCO 3603 Ross Rd Nanaimo V9T 2S3

Roger McKinnon |2507556465 | roger‐mckinnonshawcaAwards Gala Apr 2 at Vancouver Island Conference Centre

Send in your nomination by Feb 15

$100 Off at Fashion Frame Event at Iris ‐ Feb 18There is a Trunk Show at IRIS with special frames and $100 off to Chamber members Come to the Trunk Show onFeb 18 ‐ check out the styles and choose a pair just right for you There will be draws refreshments and lots of fun

Trunk Show amp Sale ‐ Feb 18

Iris ‐ Duncan Dr Karen McClinchey Optometrist9 ‐ 2628 Beverly St

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February is Heart Month And the Time to Get Heart SafeSt John Ambulance reminds everyone that February is the time to take new or refresher CPR training Receiving CPRin the first few seconds following cardiac arrest increases survival by 75 St John Ambulance is also your go‐toprovider for Automated Defibrillators (AED) ‐ this month receive a FREE security‐enabled alarmed wall cabinet when

you purchase a Cardiac Science G AED These automated easy‐to‐usedevices actually talk users through the process Be Heart Safe

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Rocky Creek Winery ‐ New WebsiteCheck out the new website for Rocky Creek Winery New look New features Same greatproducts Tasting room is now closed until April Come see us at the Duncan Farmers MarketSaturdays 10 to 2 pm

Rocky Creek Winery1854 Myhrest Rd Cowichan Bay

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MP Accounting Service Seeking a Senior BookkeeperWe have an immediate opening for a fully qualified experience bookkeeper able to complete a set of books to trialbalance You must be proficient in Sage Simply Accounting Excel and Word plus experience in Caseware and Profilewould be a definite asset You need to be able to work independently without supervision as this is a work from homeposition

MP Accounting Service1386 Turner Lane | Cobble Hill BC | V0R 1L2

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CTRA Annual General Mee뛕ng Mar 3Join the Cowichan Therapeu뛕c Riding Associa뛕on for its Annual General Mee뛕ng featuring a presenta뛕on by guestspeakers Elizabeth Robinow of Ridgway and Company Kate Roome Notary Public and Jim Tyson of Investors Groupen뛕tled My Next Thirty Years Planned Givng for Every Budget

Cowichan Therapeu뛕c Riding Associa뛕onAGM Thurs Mar 3 at CITR Lounge Providence Farm

Guest Speakers 630 pm AGM 700 pm1843 Tzouhalem Rd

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Chemainus Theatre Festival Season Tickets on Sale NowGet the highest discounts on theatre dinner and theatre and theatre getaway packages withyour season ticket package Subscribe early for the best seats at the best price As a SeasonTicket Holder you can purchase additional theatre tickets and Playbill Dining Room at 15 off(10 for Flex Passes) enjoy a 10 discount in our Gallery Gift Shop and 50 off tickets to ourStudio Stage production Falling A Wake

Chemainus Theatre Festival9737 Chemainus Rd Chemainus

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Enter to Win a $1000 Value Grand Prize from Chemainus Theatre Festival ‐ Until Feb 15As a thank you for completing their survey Chemainus Theatre is offering a chance to win a wonderful grandprize To enter the contest please complete the survey and then enter your information before submitting yourresponses

Click Here for the Online Patron Survey

Like Arbutus Ridge Golf Club on Facebook for a Chance to Win Deadline Feb 21Check out the Arbutus Ridge Golf Club Facebook page for a chance to win ‐ $900 inprizes You could win one of these 3 prizes

1) TaylorMade Golf M2 Driver2) Green Fees for Four3) Green Fees for Two

Its easy to enter ‐ Like this post by Feb 21 to enter the draw Share the post to double your odds Good luck

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Growing Together Child amp Parent Society Presents Board Governance with Prof Vic Murray Feb 27Professor Vic Murray will be giving a presentation and conducting an informal workshop for non‐profit society boardmembers or other interested parties regarding BOARD GOVERNANCE How can a board interplay with its operation How should it interplay This session will be of interest to groups with paid executive directors or a professionalmanagement team or to boards with very few paid staff but more volunteers or boards that have to do more than justoversee the big picture

Board Governance SessionSat Feb 27 10 am ‐ Noon

Clements Centre 5856 Clements St



Donations ($1000) appreciatedEmail Gerry Molnar to register gpmolnarshawca

Space is limited to 25 ‐ please register early

Networking for Non‐Profits Presents Productivity Tips with Garland Coulson ‐ Feb 24Guest speaker Garland Coulson aka Captain Time presents 10 Free Tools for Non Profit Productivity These toolscan be used for better focus task management managing your team planning brainstorming managingcontacts speeding up email handling and managing your time better

Productivity Tips with Garland CoulsonWed Feb 24 930 ‐ 1145 am

Date Feb 242016 (Wed)Sands Funeral Chapel ‐ Upstairs ‐ 187 Trunk Rd

$5 at the doorRSVP requested ASAP as seating is limited

QMS and the Fantastical World of Alice in Wonderland ‐ Feb 18 ‐ 20With memorable characters and a large cast Queen Margarets School is taking a voyage into the fantastic world ofWonderland Karen Hartmans Alice Tales of a Curious Girl brings the audience on an inspiring journey of a younggirls transition out of childhood as she takes control of her own future Click here for the complete media release

Queen Margarets School Presents

Alice Tales of a Curious GirlFeb 18 19 and 20 at 700 pm amp Feb 20 at 200 pm

Queen Margarets School Fine Arts Hall 660 Brownsey AvePurchase Tickets $10 in advance

by contacting 2507464185 or receptionqmsbcca

BC SPCA Offering A Great Gift for Animal LoversA Great Gift for Animal Lovers will recognize occasions for anniversaries birthdaysengagementsyou name the occasion Simply make a $25 or more charitable donation to theBC SPCA Cowichan amp District Branch and they will send your special person a card Click herefor the donation form

BC SPCA Cowichan amp District Branch7550 Bell Mckinnon Rd Duncan BC 2507464646 | duncanspcabcca

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Community Policing Volunteers Are Updating Business Property ReferencesCommunity Policing Volunteers make every effort to contact the businesses and ensure that their address contactinformation and emergency contacts are up to date and current The police rely on dispatch to get timely andrelevant information when responding to calls for service As these calls can sometimes be a panic filled situation it isvitally important to have an accurate database in which dispatchers draw information from As is often the casethere has been a change in ownership telephone number business name or the business simply no longer exists Toparticipate in this voluntary program click here for Business Property References Information and Form

Community Policing and Crime Prevention ProgramsDuncan Community Policing Office

3‐149 Canada Ave



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Lush Eco Lawns amp Gardens is HiringNew year new name new logo new opportunities Fresh off their best year on record Lush Eco Lawns amp Gardens ishiring professionals to join their growing team Head Gardner Gardening Assistant and Property MaintenanceSpecialists Lush Eco Lawns amp Gardens began as a natural lawn care company and has expanded its services to includetotal property care including lawn and garden services pruning and professional Christmas light design and

installation Demand in both Victoria and Nanaimo has allowed Lush to set up yard and gardencare in Nanaimo BC and Victoria BC Join the team Check out their career page

Lush Eco Lawns amp GardensCowichan 2505970408 | Nanaimo 2505854248 | Victoria 7782655874

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Registration Open for Cowichan Job Fair ‐ Registration Deadline Feb 19If you are a Cowichan Valley employer planning to hire and want to connect with local job seekers or you are acareer and vocational training provider looking to connect with potential students do not miss this no cost hiring andinformation event Last years job fair was widely successful with over 550 candidates attending from throughoutVancouver Island Employers reported great satisfaction with the quality and quantity of job seekers attending

Register Online for the Cowichan Career amp Job Fair 2016Wed Mar 9 10 am ‐ 2 pmClick here for more details

Quwutsun Cultural and Conference Centre 200 Cowichan Way

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The Chamber eNews is disseminated to the business community every Friday and carries Chamber and Member newsPlease send your news to chamberduncanccbcca by noon on Thurs for the Fri eNews Fifty word maximumvoiced in 3rd person Please be sure to include date time location and price as appropriate We include linkscontact information amp social media Items may be edited for brevity amp clarity Images should be suitable forthumbnail size Items run for 3 ‐ 4 weeks

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voice contact for the nomination to move forward Well make 3 attempts toconnect so be sure to check your voicemail We look forward to speaking withyou

If you have any questions about the Black Tie Awards contactElizabeth Croft | 2507481111

Call for Donations to the Silent Auction Were looking forward to another spectacular evening at Brentwood College Schoolfor the 20th Annual Black Tie Awards Thank you for your past support by donatingto previous Silent Auctions We hope you will support the auction again this yearand for members who havent particpated the auction is a great opportunity toshowcase your business to 290 guests The silent auction is also a large Chamberfundraiser and we rely on both generous donations and generous bidding

To donate an item for the Black Tie Awards andAuction contact

Kirsty Grant Silent Auction amp Visitor Services Coordinator250‐746‐4636 | visitorinfoduncanccbcca

Sponsor Opportunities Still Available You havent missed out on your opportunity to supportthe Black Tie Awards with a sponsorship Gold Level andTable Sponsor opportunities are still available Or becreative and talk to us Depending on your sponsorshiplevel you could have your logo placement at the eventa shout out on social media and recognition at yoursponsored table Gold Sponsors also receive 2 tickets tothe Black Tie Awards

Download the sponsor letter here or contact Sonja Nagel

Something We All Get Congratulate the Black Tie Finalists in April 2016Being nominated for an award is an honour and becoming a Finalist is an excitingopportunity to celebrate with a room of fellow finalists and Black Tie attendeesYou can top off the Finalists night with a small gift for their SWAG bags to showyour appreciation for their outstanding contributions to the Cowichan region Asample of your product or a coupon for servicesno item is too small 25 itemsrequired for the 25 SWAG bags Contact Sonja or Jennifer to arrange

Chamber News amp Events

Whistler for $109 Per Night for Chamber MembersThe BC Chambers Whistler 48‐HOUR CLUB will enables members to book last‐minute condos year‐round at Whiski Jack Resorts in Whistler for just $109night

Preview the selection of condos here

Whistler Member Offer ‐ $109 Per Night

First Data Lowers RatesMerchant Services provider First Data recently lowered their preferential pricing for Chamber members Andtheyre currently having a No Cancellation Fee Promotion This is how it works Signup before April 30 this year If for whatever reason you decide to cancel (ie ayear later) you will not be charged a cancellation fee






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