4815 - 44 Avenue
Stony Plain, AB  T7Z 1V5
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"Supporting Your Business For Greater Success" 
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New Member Certificates presented by Chamber President Laverne Pankratz on 
Sept. 21, 2016:
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First Data is offering a complimentary statement analysis and if First Data cannot meet or beat your current rates, they will give you a $1,000 gift card!  Month-to-month contract terms available.  

Call the Stony Plain & District Chamber at 780-963-4545 for more information.  Visit our website for more value-added benefits available exclusively to Chamber Members:   More Value-Added Benefits.
October 2016 Newsletter
IN THIS ISSUE
Time is running out - final deadline to advertise is October 31, 2016!  
  • Your advertisement now in print AND on-line!
  • Showcase your business to more than 30,000  Tri Municipal residents! 
  • Receive a FREE enhanced listing in the Chamber's on-line directory, a $250 value!
  • Your enhanced listing will be IMMEDIATELY available on-line for viewing by your customers!
  • Receive a FREE enhanced listing in the Chamber's upcoming Mobile Community App!
To book your ad or for more information, call the Stony Plain & District Chamber of Commerce at 780-963-4545 or email: 
Your Chamber of Commerce Membership allows you to post to the on-line Events Calendar, Job Openings, Hot Deals, Member to Member Discounts, and much more!    Use the Member Login page to update, or, for more information, contact us at  780-963-4545 or  [email protected]  .
  September Luncheon and General Meeting Highlights
It was great to see everyone back at our first General Meeting after the summer break held  at Greenside Lounge, Stony Plain Golf Course.  Approximately 60 attendees, including Parkland County Mayor Rod Shaigec and Town of Stony Plain Mayor William Choy, joined Chamber President Laverne Pankratz in welcoming the new members to the Chamber of Commerce and celebrating milestone anniversaries of local businesses.  

Stony Plain  Economic Development Officer, Brenda Otto, updated on activities planned for Small Business Week, October 17 - 21.    See Chamber Events in this newsletter or the Events page of our website at  www.stonyplainchamber.ca   f or more information and registration.

Attendees also heard from Chamber Executive Director Penny Gould who had just returned from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM and Convention in Regina.  Ms. Gould reported strong endorsement from Chambers of Commerce across the country for resolutions supportive of getting Alberta's natural resources to market.

Thank you to our door prize sponsors:
Fran Jenkins - ATB Mortgage Advisor

To donate a door prize for our next General Meeting, please call us at 780-963-4545.
  Advocate for Business
The Stony Plain & District Chamber of Commerce is the voice of business.  As  members of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce and Canadian Chamber of Commerce, we are ready to advocate on your behalf at all levels of government. C ontact  Penny Gould   to discuss how we can support your business for greater success!  Email [email protected]  or call 780-963-4545.    Here are some of the stories we are following:

Oct 6:  Minimum Wage -  Stony Plain & District Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Penny Gould, comments on the minimum wage increase in the Stony Plain Reporter. Read the full story 

Oct 5:  Oil Tanker Moratorium -   Ken Kobly, President and CEO of the Alberta Chamber of Commerce, comments on consultation with Canadians regarding the Government of Canada's proposed oil tanker moratorium off B.C.'s coastline.  Read the full story

Sep 22:  Carbon Tax -   Chamber of Commerce President, Laverne Pankratz, facilitated a discussion on the coming carbon tax presented by the Canadian Taxpayers Federation on September 22, 2016.     Read the full story

The Town of Stony Plain  welcomes your input  in the process of developing a Master Plan to upgrade and improve Rotary Park.  Click here for more information and to download a Rotary Park Master Plan comment form.
  Chamber of Commerce Events for October
Thursday, October 13,  noon - 1:00 pm
Making Year End a Breeze
Do you dread the year end process - and the accounting fee that goes along with it?  Learn tips, tricks and techniques that will speed up your year end and reduce those fees!
Location:  Stony Plain & District Chamber of Commerce
Cost:  No Charge for Members / $10 for Non-Members    Register here.
 
Tuesday, October 18,  6:30 pm
Small Business Week: Networking with 
Wednesday, October 19,  7:00 am - 8:15 am
Small Business Week: Annual Chamber and Rotary Breakfast 
Guest speaker:   Teresa Spinelli, President, Italian Centre Shop 

Thursday, October 20,    11:45 am - 1:00 pm  (doors open at 11:30)
Small Business Week:  Lunch at Sorrentino's

Tuesday, October 25,  12:00 - 1:00 pm 
Be the One Customers Call First!
The importance of on-line marketing presented by Tim Pringle of 50Free Calls
Location:  Stony Plain & District Chamber of Commerce
Cost:  No Charge    Register here.
 
Wednesday, October 26
Is Your Business Family Friendly? Hosted by First 5 Forever
Join local business owners and community decision makers at this presentation to find out what your business' role is in helping children get a healthy start in life.   

Tuesday, November 1,  noon - 1:00 pm
How to Hire the Right Bookkeeper
Everything from developing the job ad, where to advertise, to key questions to ask during the interview - with sample answers to help you identify the most desirable candidates.
Location:  Stony Plain & District Chamber of Commerce
Cost:  No Charge for Members / $10 for Non-Members     Register here.

Saturday, November 5,  Cocktails 6:00 pm, Dinner 7:00 pm
2016 Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala
Celebrate those businesses and individuals who go the extra mile to make our community a great place to live, work, and play!
Location:  Best Western Sunrise Inn and Suites, Stony Plain
Cost:  $100     Register here.
  Welcome New Members!
We are pleased to welcome the following new members   of the Stony Plain & District Chamber  of Co mmerce:

Your Organizing Coach Inc.               
3 Spring Gate,  Spruce Grove, AB T7X 4M9
780-245-0642      www.yourorganizingcoach.ca
Your Organizing Coach creates customized solutions for your organizational needs, helping you to increase the efficiency of your life, home and office.  

Mi Casa Enterprises                           
#110, 73 Boulder Blvd.,  Stony Plain, AB  T7Z 1B6
780-963-4608      www.micasaenterprises.com
Welcome to Mexico!  Extraordinary Mexican imports of home décor, furniture, art, blown glass, pottery, silver and even backyard patio themes.
 
Mr & Mrs Sudz Auto Detailing 
#102, 86 Boulder Blvd,  Stony Plain, AB  T7Z 1V6 
(780) 720-8787      www.mrandmrssudz.ca
Stony Plains' premier auto detailing center. Offering everything from quick cleans to complete detailing packages, windshield  rock chip repair, Aquapel glass treatment, custom decals and Dura Shield paint protection.
 
MINDMOB LTD.
#104, 86 Boulder Blvd.,  Stony Plain, AB  T7Z 1V7
780-651-0180  ext. 130      www.mindmob.ca
Making sure you stay successful in connecting and communicating with your audience using your new smartphone app and living website. MINDMOB - your digital communication specialists.  
 
Forge & Fell Inc.                                  
Box 16 Site 330 RR3,  Stony Plain, AB  T7Z 1X3
780-886-0125      www.forgeandfell.com
  We are a family of makers combining woodwork and welding, creating custom modern heirlooms, home goods, and furniture.   We craft modern furniture pieces and products that we are proud to have in our homes.
 
Panda Rose Consulting Studios Inc.
15A Alberta Ave.,  Spruce Grove, AB  T7X 3A9
780-652-1190       www.pandarose.ca
Our  CTO in a Box  service provides the technical knowledge companies need to execute amazing interactive experiences and streamline their professional needs for today and tomorrow to increase their RO.   

Coyote Wild Inc.                  
Box 8, 219 RR 2,  Carvel, AB  T0E 0H0
780-916-3269      www.coyotewildinc.com
Coyote Wild offers many landscaping services to residential and acreage properties, from West of Edmonton to the Wabamun area. Priding ourselves in friendly, efficient service you can be depend on us for "All Your Dirty Needs!"
 
TruWood Artisans                               
11 Boulder Blvd,  Stony Plain, AB  T7Z 1V6
780-823-0211      www.truwoodartisans.com
Creating one-of-a-kind pieces by turning the beautiful traits that occur naturally in wood - knots, colours, and mineral marks, into focal points. With additional handcrafting, each item becomes a uniquely spectacular work of art.
 
Polished Day Spa    
#3, 5002 - 50 St.,  Stony Plain, AB                                    
With an intimate setting and Jane's personal touch, Polished Day Spa is your full service day spa.
  2016 Chamber of Commerce Awards Finalists Selected

Tickets to the awards gala on November 5, 2016, are also now available on our website and via the above link.  Tickets are limited - don't be disappointed, purchase your tickets today!

Thank you to our 2016 Chamber of Commerce Award's Gala sponsors:

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