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GREATER LANGLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 1-5761 Glover Road, Langley V3A 8M8 � www.langleychamber.com � 604.530.6656 � Fax: 604.530.7066 � email: [email protected]

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THE CHAMBER VOICESPONSOR OF THE MONTHSPONSOR OF THE MONTH

>Milsean Shoppe, a local family run chocolate company was honoured to be included in the Emmy Gift Bags this

year in NYC on October 1st, 2013.

It’s quite an honour to be selected as only 30 products are chosen each year and there are a total of 800 gift bags. This sweet company is owned and operated by Maureen and Rob Robinson, who have been making chocolate confections together for the past 21 years.

Their signature chocolate is a decadent, old world butter crunch that Maureen perfected from an old Irish family recipe. It is made with Fraser Val-ley butter, Demerara sugar, almonds, and Belgian Chocolate.

They have numerous awards to their name [i.e. “Best New Product” 1992 Canadian Gift & Table-ware Assoc., “Best New Product” 1995, Canadian Fine Food Association] and their Demerara Butter Crunch has gone to the White House (during the Clinton administration). It has been sold across Canada in over 2,000 specialty gift stores since 1992.

In 2002, Rob and Maureen purchased the old fire hall in their small town of Aldergrove, where they now do all their manufacturing and have an old-world café & gift shoppe in the front. They create decadent desserts and healthy light fare using a multitude of ingredients like organic spelt, organic quinoa, alternative milks (rice, coconut, almond). All the items in their cabinet have complete ingre-dient listings so those with allergies, gluten free, or vegan can easily find what they need. Their sig-nature espresso is organic and fair trade and they offer over 75 teas from around the world. Maureenis currently working on some new healthy addi-tions to the menu that are exclusively “raw”.

Milsean creates elaborate gift baskets and will cus-tomize any basket to your specific needs. Be sure to include their famous Demerara Butter Crunch, as was given to the stars in NYC!

Selected for the Emmy Bag

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OCTOBER GENERAL DINNER MEETING

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Cascades Casino Resort Ballroom 20393 Fraser Highway, Langley

AN UPDATE ON CN RAILOPERATIONS & SAFETY

IN THE LANGLEYSWith Special Guest Presenter

Francois Boucher,General Superintendent for CN, BC South Region

President Kristine Simpson advises, “In light of recent tragedies in Ottawa and Lac-Mégantic, the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce has invited CN Rail to provide information on rail safety issues and respond to members questions regarding the rail corridors through the City and Township of Langley.”

Networking: 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm (dinner) with presentations to follow.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BEFORE 5:00 PM ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10th.Members: $35 + GST ~ Non Members: $50 + GSTp: 604-530-6656 e: [email protected] w: www.langleychamber.com

All Dinner Meeting guests are encouraged to bring a Door Prize for the draw at the end of the evening!

Cancellation Deadline: 24 hours prior ~ Sorry, “No Shows” will be invoiced.

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>We have had a very fast and productive start to our fis-cal year and our committees

and task forces have begun to address the goals and objectives identified at the Board Planning Retreat. I would like to extend our thanks to everyone who responded to our “Call for Volunteers”. We are very pleased with the strong inter-est that was shown; this allows us to get new members involved so we can have a broad representation for our diverse membership.

The Communications & Marketing Committee are nearing the end of a two-year project to upgrade the Chamber’s technology to refresh our official brand and review all materials to integrate the new look. A very significant amount of work has gone into this and I would like to recognize the efforts of Past President Angie Quaale and Communications & Events Coordinator Jaclyn Van Den Berg for the many hours spent on this project. With this phase of the project complete, you will start to see the various compo-nents of the Greater Langley Chamber brand introduced in our communication and promotional activities.

Later this month, Communications & Events Coordinator Jaclyn Van Den Berg will go off on maternity leave. At the Sep-

tember Din-ner Meet-ing we pre-sented her with a gift on behalf of the mem-bership and e x t e n d e d our best wishes.

As you may have noted in the local

papers, the issue of derelict or abandoned build-ings has recently been on the agenda of both the City and Township Coun-cil Meetings. The current Community Charter only allows councils to regu-late and impose prohibitions for der-elict buildings in very specific situations, such as health, safety or the protection of persons or property. These derelict buildings are a concern for the busi-ness community, as they can negatively impact the economic, social and cultural development of a community. At the BC Chamber meeting in May, our delegates supported the passing of a resolution calling for changes to the Community Charter, which would more clearly define what constitutes a ‘derelict’ property as

well as, provide municipalities enhancedability to introduce policies, which wouldmotivate owners of derelict properties toimprove and maintain such properties.We strongly support the City and Town-ship’s recent attention to this issue, andwe will continue to pursue changes at theprovincial level in conjunction with theBC Chamber.

A group of Board members and ourExecutive Director are attending theCanadian Chamber AGM in Kelowna to present policies and seek the supportof the delegates with respect to increasedTransparency in Credit Card Fees andthe introduction of a National Integrated Crime Reduction Strategy. We will report back to the members after the confer-ence.

October is Small Business Month in Brit-ish Columbia to provide an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the contri-bution of small business on the local,provincial and national economy. We willhost the Annual Celebration of Excel-lence to recognize outstanding businessesand business people in the Langley’s. Wehope you will join us at the celebration to congratulate them on their success andthank them for their contributions.

Kristine Simpson,President

New Greater Langley Chamberbranding being introduced

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discount for 12 months to Chamber members who utilize this program. Already using Constant Contact? The discount is available to members

who are already paying for Constant Contact.Contact the Chamber office for more information:

604-530-6656 or [email protected].

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October Open Late for Business at Domaine de Chaberton Estate WineryYour business card is your ticket to the Chamber’s popular networking event! Come meet at the Wine Shop - then move into the Bacchus Bistro where you’ll enjoy a selection of hot and cold appetizers from our Zagat rated “Excellent” Bac-chus Bistro menu. There’ll be a complimentary wine sampling overlooking the vineyard and tours of the vineyard, cellars and production area will be offered throughout the event (weather permitting). And enter the business card draw for one of Cha-berton’s gorgeous gift basket which includes a Gift Certifi cate for $50 (Value over $100)!• Date: Thursday, October 10, 2013• Location: Domaine de ChabertonEstate Winery ~ 1064 216 Street, Langley• Time: 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm• Tickets: This event is complimentary for everyone to attend but an RSVP is required for catering purposesp: 604-530-6656e: [email protected]: www.langleychamber.com

17th Annual Business Excellence AwardsThe Business Excellence Awards evening is attended each year by influential community and business leaders. This exclusive event offers you the opportunity to showcase your name and brand at one of Langley’s most respected social and business events of 2013! Take advantage of these amazing sponsorship opportunities: • Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2013• Location: Cascades Casino Resort Ballroom (20393 Fraser

Highway, Langley)• Time: 6:00 pm (Reception) / 7:00 pm (Dinner and Awards)• Tickets: $75.00 + GST• To purchase tickets or for more event information:p: 604-530-6656e: [email protected]: www.langleychamber.com

Please Note: Cancellations will not be refunded within 24 hours of any Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce events.

— CELEBRATING SMALL BUSINESS MONTH —For a complete list of upcoming Chamber events, seminars and programs please visit www.langleychamber.com.

During the month of October, Small Business Month celebrates and recognizes the contribution small business makes to the economy. Representing over 95% of all businesses in our province, small business owners work long hard hours to ensure the success of their companies and to provide employment opportunities or our citizens. They support our local youth organiza-tions and charities, and provide goods and services of value. Please join with us as we celebrate and appreciate the contribu-tion they make in our community.

>Honouring the one who con-tributes the most towards bringing together educa-

tion, business and citizens to make a difference in the community.

Since 1980, the Chamber of Com-merce has offered the HD Stafford Good Citizen of the Year Award to a deserving resident of the Langley area to thank them and recognize their outstanding contribution to the community. This award honours the

memory of the late Harold Stafford who epitomized what a good citizen should be. Mr. Stafford dedicated an enormous amount of time and effort, and worked relentlessly on new initia-tives to make Langley a better place to live and conduct business. What-ever project or cause Harold Stafford became involved in he attacked it with admirable tenacity and would not let it go until he had seen the project through to a successful and meaning-ful completion.

The Good Citizen of the Year Award will be presented at the Chamber’s Holiday Dinner Meeting on Tuesday, December 10, 2013.

Nominations close Friday, Novem-ber 22, 2013. Nomination forms are available by contacting the Cham-ber office at 604-530-6656 or [email protected], or download a copy from the Chamber website: www. langleychamber.com.

The Search is on for the2013 Good Citizen of the Year

THE VOICE OF BUSINESS CONTACTS:

Barb SytkoThe Langley Times, Advertising Sales [email protected]

Jaclyn Van Den BergThe Voice of Business, Newsletter [email protected]

Lynn WhitehouseGreater Langley Chamber of Commerce Executive [email protected]

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESIDENT ~ Kristine Simpson, KPMG1ST VICE-PRESIDENT ~ Brian Dougherty,

Horizon Landscape Contractors Inc.2ND VICE-PRESIDENT ~ Eric Woodward,

Statewood Properties Ltd.SECRETARY-TREASURER ~ Eric Wilson, BDO Canada LLPPAST PRESIDENT ~ Angie Quaale,

Well Seasoned – a gourmet food store

COMMUNITY DIRECTORS LANGLEY CITY ~ Scott Johnston,

Campbell Burton & McMullan LLPALDERGROVE ~ Scott Waddle, Precision Auto Service Ltd.SOUTH LANGLEY ~ Sharon Newbery,

Rheanew Business Solutions Inc.NORTH LANGLEY ~ Viviane Barber,

Facet Advisors Inc. Chartered Accountants

DIRECTORS AT LARGERICK BARNETT, Valley First Aid Ltd.JANE FEE, Kwantlen Polytechnic UniversityKRIS MOHAMMED, Buy Rite Business FurnishingsSHERRI-LEE WOYCIK, Social Media MinderTAMMY REA, TD Canada TrustMARY REEVES, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Langley

WHO’S WHO at the Chamber



Aqua Flo Pro-filing Inc.Nigel Magdanz778-840-93974 – 5821 Production WayLangley BC V3S 8B9nmagdanz.shaw.caManufacturing Ban Chok Dee Thai CuisineParinya Loptson778-278-038820563 Douglas CrescentLangley BC V3A [email protected] Cactus Club Café – LangleyJustin Syens604-427-2101101 – 6070 200 StreetLangley BC V3A 1N4Restaurants Cantexx Merchandising IncJames Lu604-539-121821986 64 AvenueLangley BC V2Y [email protected], Marketing & Promotions Chris's Sign Service Inc.Chris Davies604-530-11992496 232 StreetLangley BC V2Z [email protected] DIVERSEcity Community Resources SocietyFarah Kotadia604-597-02051107 – 7330 137 Street

Surrey BC V3W [email protected] Ivory Wealth ManagementJason Flint778-298-89942A – 9497 201 StreetLangley BC V1M [email protected] DMC Financial & Accounting ServicesDiane Cere604-888-444820 – 8568 209 StreetLangley, BC V1M [email protected] JMS Medical Supplies Inc.Firas Haddad778-551-066751 – 20760 Duncan WayLangley BC V3A [email protected] Legal Eye SolutionsJanice Palmer604-910-3800113 – 5375 204 StreetLangley BC V3A [email protected] Services Lunro Enterprises Inc.Ruben de Luna Rodriguez778-878-16107 – 20461 Douglas CrescentLangley BC V1M 1Y8rubdendeluna@lunroenterprisesinc.comwww.lunroenterprisesinc.comBusiness Services

Paul Brar604-315-3825200 – 7475 135 StreetSurrey BC V3W [email protected] Member Radiant Edge Consulting Ltd.Wendy Berge604-510-1547info@radiantedgeconsulting.comwww.radiantedgeconsulting.comConsultants RegusDeclan Murphy604-356-1269200 – 8661 201 StreetLangley BC V2Y [email protected] Services Solski and AssociatesDeborah Solski604-600-1854307 – 5400 200 StreetLangley BC V5A [email protected] Sticky’s CandySherri Martin401 – 8840 210 StreetLangley BC V3A [email protected] & Convections XI LUMBER CORPORATIONMahir Nabber1675 58B AvenueSurrey BC V3S 2K3Lumber

The Fraser Valley Chambers of Commerce Business Showcase is one month away and the Greater Langley Chamber of Com-merce wants you to attend!

On Tuesday, November 5 from 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm you’ll have the chance to visit 90 exhibitor booths featuring Fraser Valley Businesses. With many local business people and guests from all participating communities attending, you’ll have the opportu-nity to meet hundreds of people from all over the valley. What a great way to expand your network.

Taking place at the Cascades Casino Resort Ballroom(20393 Fraser Highway, Langley), this is an open invitation for this FREE event but an RSVP is appreciated.

RSVP today by calling 604-530-6656 or online atwww.langleychamber.com

Thank you to this year’s event sponsors

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