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What a success! The nominees have been honored, the awards presented, and the guests have now enjoyed the 2015 Campbell River Chamber Business Awards of Distinction, an event that received rave reviews from our nominees, award recipients, sponsors and guests alike. On behalf of the Campbell River Chamber Board of Directors and Staff, we want to extend a heart-felt thank you everyone who contributed to making this event so successful. Thank you for supporting business excellence in Campbell River. 2015 Award Recipients: • Bikram Yoga Campbell River received the 2015 Business of the Year (1-5 employees) Award • FYidoctors – Campbell River received the 2015 Business of the Year (6-25 employees) Award • Ocean Pacific Marine Store & Boatyard received the 2015 Business of the Year (26-49 employees) Award • Grieg Seafood BC Ltd. received the 2015 Business of the Year (50 employees or more) Award • North Island Employment Foundations Society received the 2015 Diversity Leadership Award • Fresh Dental received the 2015 Excellence in Workforce Development (1-50 employees) Award • McDonald’s Restaurants of Campbell River received the 2015 Excellence in Workforce Development (over 50 employees) Award • Quay West Kitchen & Catering Ltd. received the 2015 Community Spirit Award • Campbell River Volunteer Society received the 2015 Not For Profit of the Year Award • She Works She Plays Active Wear Inc. AND Signature Oil & Vinegar both received the 2015 New Business of the Year Award • Jennifer Lestage of CR Animal Parties received the 2015 Young Professional Award • ASAP Geomatix received the 2015 Innovation & Technology Award • York Portable Machine Tools received the 2015 International Export Award • Skyline Productions Confidential Paper Shredding/File Safe (Campbell River and District Association for Community Living) received the 2015 Social Enterprise Award • Kermit Dahl of Associated Tire & Auto received the 2015 Board of Governors Award.
In addition to the awards presentation, highlights of the evening included the delicious appetizers and desserts, the live auction and draws and the entertaining commentary from emcee, Ian Roberts. The Chamber would like to express a sincere thank you to Campbell River Kitchen Depot, Daves Bakery, Fusilli Grill, Grieg Seafood, Quay West Kitchen & Catering, Royal Coachman, SoCal and Tim Hortons as the featured chef and dessert stations.
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Chamber Taking Action – The Voice of Business
Business is the backbone of our economy and a driving force towards creating jobs and opportunities in Campbell River. October is Small Business Month in BC, a month dedicated to recognizing entrepreneurs and celebrating all that business contributes. Following the Chamber’s Business Awards of Distinction event that recognized those
businesses, organizations and individuals who are shaping Campbell River, we now look forward to taking new action to represent the collective voice of our members and business community. In addition to the Business Leaders Luncheon and Federal Election All Candidates Forum that the Chamber will be featuring in October,
we are also working in partnership with our community representatives to prepare for a Business Walk. The Business Walk survey will provide a snapshot in time to measure the business climate in Campbell River. The date for the Business Walk will be announced in October along with more details on how to participate.
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Why I Belong? To Encourage Economic Growth in Campbell River Chamber creates opportunities for us to get to know fellow businesses “andThenot-for-profits in Campbell River and hear about what is happening in their business or industry sector and how that is affecting our local economy. The Chamber is essential to building a positive business climate in Campbell River and we’re proud to be a part of it. Kent Larden, Strategic Natural Resource Consultants Inc. A Proud Chamber Member
Wendy Mayers
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There are numerous types of seniors communities available. Each has it’s own personality – just like all of us. Make no mistake – these are NOT the “Nursing Homes” your Great Aunt Mary used to live in. The Senior Living communities of today are vibrant, active, resident focused communities that add value and respect to each resident’s lives.
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A good entry level housing change could be a Retirement Community; also called Independent or Supportive Living Housing. These individual apartment style communities offer a large choice of services and amenities for the residents. Many new communities can be compared to a cruise ship or hotel environment, while still maintaining a home feel environment.
Submit Your Business Questions for the All Candidates Forum On October 19th, Canadians will go to the polls to elect a new federal government. Now, more than ever, Canada needs a strong business community, and our elected officials need to hear from businesses large and small. Today, we are inviting our members to submit a potential question for the candidates. This is a great opportunity for our future M.P. to hear from our business leaders and citizens on the issues that matter to a strong and vibrant community. The Campbell
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Corby Lamb Board Chair
Most retirement communities usually include a full service dining room, as well as a private dining room, many social rooms, theatre room, fitness and recreation areas and a library. The “hospitality” services that can be expected include meals, laundry, housekeeping services, social and recreation programs, 24 hour emergency response, scheduled shopping trips and bus excursions. There are also some optional fee-for-services made available as per individual needs such as a traveling hair dresser, foot care, assistance with daily living (shower or bath, medication reminders, personal laundry, etc). Most retirement communities are billed on a monthly rental package basis, eliminating the worry of any long term leases.
River Chamber of Commerce is a non-partisan organization. We do not endorse candidates. Take the time to make an informed decision make your vote count. All questions from the Chamber and Mirror will be considered as we develop the final questions for the forum. Go to www. campbellriverchamber.ca and follow the links to submit your question(s) online. Don’t miss this opportunity to ask your important questions before the polls open.
Chamber Executives:
Whether a search for a change in housing is prompted by the desire for a lifestyle change or a serious medical condition, finding the right place to live can be challenging and stressful for both you and your loved one. However, the earlier you assess the current needs of your loved one and how those needs may evolve over time, the more choices there will be.
A Retirement Community like Berwick by the Sea, with Independent/ Supportive Living is just one option; also available for consideration are Assisted Living and Long Term or Complex Care. Wendy Mayers is your local Senior Living Expert. If you have questions, or would like to chat, please contact Wendy at Berwick by the Sea, 250-914-8055 or email: berwickbythesea@berwickrc.com
Chamber Directors:
Kim Jarvis Charlene Brown 2nd Vice Board Chair Secretary Treasurer
Mike Boulet Past Board Chair
Debra Cunningham
Keith Davidson
Gary Forsgren
Gina Forsyth
Dave Hamilton
David Minato
Cheryl O’Connell
Dustin Raleigh
Curtis Wilson
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Chamber to Host Federal All Candidates Forum The Campbell River Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Campbell River Mirror, will host an All Candidates Forum for the Citizens of Campbell River to meet and ask questions of
the candidates running in the upcoming Federal Election. The event will take place on Thursday October 8th at the Tidemark Theatre from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. The forum will follow standard
format, providing each candidate with a time allotment of three minutes to present their platform, followed by questions from the public submitted in advance to the Chamber and questions from
the floor as time permits. The evening will conclude with a twominute closing statement from each candidate.
Business Leaders To Share Their Stories and Insights The Business Leaders Luncheon in October will be the final event this year in a series presented by the Chamber in partnership with MNP. The series provided an engaging glimpse into the success and challenges of business leaders across BC who are driving change through innovative ideas and inspired leadership. Guests attending the Business Leaders luncheon in October’s will hear from the father and son who created the Berwick concept and what it took to achieve their success and the challenges and opportunities they encountered along the way.
seniors, something that exceeded the standards of the day. It had to incorporate state-of-theart communication systems within a purposebuilt building. It also had to offer a full range of exceptional amenities and services within a caring community setting. Above all, it needed to be a “step up” for residents, a place that exceeded all expectations of what a retirement residence could be. His experience, research and
Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased online at www.campbellriverchamber. Meet the speakers Gordon Denford has been building homes in Western Canada for over 50 years. In the mid 1980’s, Mr. Denford wanted to create a
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Dave Hamilton, Publisher of the Campbell River Mirror is proud to be a newly elected Chamber Board Member. “I look forward to helping your business connect, grow and prosper in our beautiful city of Campbell River and the surrounding area.”
Christopher Denford works with Berwick’s architectural team in the design of each retirement community. Mr. Denford has over 20 years of residential development experience, extensive knowledge of seniors’ housing requirements and a keen eye for aesthetic details. This combination of skills enables him to assist in the design and development of awardwinning independent living residences that, as he says, “he would be happy to live in himself”. This event event is presented in partnership with MNP, Presenting sponsor and Berwick by the Sea.