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Greetings & Fore,
Well spring has sprung...sort of??? Don't let a little April snow deter you, get that golf swing ready. We are looking so forward to our ACC Golf Outing at Larter's on June 13th. Please see the enclosed details for our 11th annual golf tournament. This is an exciting opportunity for you to meet, greet, mingle and hit 'em long and straight, or short and shotgun, if you swing like we do! We are looking forward to your attendance, support and sponsorship. By the way if you want to score well with your fellow ACC members we are looking for prizes and goodies to distribute to our membership at the golf tournament. Our members have been loyal and we have been able to sell out this event & with your help we would like to say thanks with some great prizes and give-aways.
We are proud to be supporting Vision Quest at their 21st Annual Conference and Trade Show, May 16th - 18th at the RBC Convention Centre. That number 21 is a phenomenal testament to the quality of the event attested to, by not only their longevity, but the 1,000 plus people Vision Quest attracts. We are proud to be affiliated & support this wonderful event by our member & partner. Please visit us at our booth. Also, this year we are opening up our tradeshow table to members. If you would like to join us and sit at our tradeshow booth, look for more information below.
Our Annual General Meeting is also just around the corner, scheduled for June 27th at the Alt Hotel. We look forward to holding the AGM at our member and strong supporter the Alt Hotel & their team. This newer downtown hotel has been engaged with ACC since they came upon the Winnipeg scene. New and vibrant members of our downtown and our ACC community, such as Alt, are fantastic to have in our midst!
The nomination process will be opening soon for the 2017 - 2018 Board of Directors. we will post the application form on our website and provide more details in our next newsletter. This process is being led by Jessica Dumas, the Chair of our Nominations & Governance Committee.
We will be updating our membership, at the AGM, with our work on becoming The Canadian Indigenous Chamber of Commerce (see article in this newsletter.) This work continues under the leadership of Darrell Brown and the Policy & National Strategy committee.
Although it is short notice we are also proud that we have been invited to host a luncheon titled
Northern Values presented by Community Futures of the North.The event is being held at the Delta Hotel on Tuesday May the 16th from 12 -2 p.m., please see details in this Newsletter.
We are excited to inform you that we have received 13 applications for the General Manager position to date. Scott Rose is heading our search and if you know of potential strong candidates please feel free to submit through our Administration e-mail.
Last but certainly not least, beginning in our June newsletter, we will begin updating you on the progress successes of our Award winners from last November's fantastic sold out Gala at RBC. We hope you enjoy the updates on these ACC award winners and that it inspires you to submit your company for a 2017 award. Stay tuned!
The Board Executive Team,
Terry, Jessica, Wayne, Scott & Michael
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| ACC Luncheon and Panel: Northern Values, presented by Community Futures North Central Development |
Tuesday May 16, 2017
Delta Hotel Winnipeg, Charleswood Room B
11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Get your tickets now!
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Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce 11th Annual Golf Tournament
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Tuesday June 13th, 2017
Larters at St. Andrews Golf & Country Club
Registration 10:30 am
12:00 pm - Shotgun start
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Annual General Meeting - Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
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Tuesday June 27th, 2017
Alt Hotel Winnipeg: Violet Room
11:30am to 1:30 pm
Tickets: $15 plus gst
Lunch provided.
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Aboriginal Business Youth Forum
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November 2017
Location: TBA
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The 2nd Annual Indigenous Business Awards Gala
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RBC Convention Centre
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ACC Luncheon and Panel: Northern Values, presented by Community Futures North Central Development
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Please join us for a luncheon and panel discussion on:
Northern Values, presented by Community Futures North Central Development
Date: Tuesday May 16th, 2017
Location: Delta Winnipeg, 350 St. Mary Avenue
Time: 11:30am to 2:00pm
Keynote Speakers:
Tim Johnson
Manager
Community Futures North Central Development
Shaunna Morgan Siegers
Operations Manager, Indigenous Leadership Initiative
International Boreal Conservation Campaign (IBCC)
Panel discussion to follow.
For more information on this topic please visit
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11th Annual Golf Tournament
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Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
208-1075 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3G 0R8
Ph: 204-237-9359
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Job Profile
General Manager - Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
Overview Statement
Reporting to the Board of Directors of the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce the General Manager is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the organization according to the strategic direction set by the Board.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The General Manager is responsible for:
Leadership
- Participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce locally as well as nationally
- Identify, assess, and inform the Board of Directors of internal and external issues that affect the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
- Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Directors on all aspects of the activities of the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
- Represent the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce at community activities and events to enhance the profile of the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
Operational planning and management
- Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work toward the strategic direction of the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce's transition to and as a national entity
- Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
- Draft policies for the approval of the Board of Directors and prepare procedures to implement the policies; review existing policies on an annual basis and recommend changes to the Board of Directors as appropriate
- Oversee the planning, implementation, execution and evaluation of special projects
Human resource management
- Oversee the implementation of the human resource policies, procedures and practices including the development of job descriptions for all staff
- Establish a positive, healthy and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations
- Implement a performance management process for all staff
Financial planning and management
- Work with staff and the Board of Directors (Finance Committee) to prepare a comprehensive budget
- Participate in membership drives and fundraising activities
- Approve expenditures within the authorities delegated by the Board of Directors
- Ensure sound bookkeeping and accounting procedures are followed
- Provide the Board of Directors with comprehensive, regular reports on revenues and expenditures
Community relations/advocacy
- Communicate with members to keep them informed on the direction and activities being taken by the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
- Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community groups, members, politicians, funders and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of leadership and management principles as they related to non-profit/voluntary organizations
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource planning and financial planning
- Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities related to the mission of the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
- Knowledge of the opportunities and challenges faced by Aboriginal entrepreneurs
- Ability to communicate articulately in both written and oral forms
- Demonstrated leadership and team building skills
- 5 or more year of experience
- Relevant Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Salary
$50,000 to $60,000 per year, plus possible incentives
Closing Date: Friday, May 19th 2017
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Attention Members!! Opportunity to promote your business!
The Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce would like to invite our members to present at our tradeshow booth at the upcoming Vision Quest Conference on May 16th to May 18th at RBC Convention centre. The tradeshow is open to delegates as well as the general public.
***We are opening up our tradeshow booth to give Members the opportunity to share our space and promote your business. Each interested Member will be given a 2 hour time slot at our booth to show case your business! Space is limited and is on a first come basis!***
For more information or to register, please contact Amanda at 204-237-9359.
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| Update on the Canadian Indigenous Chamber of Commerce (TCICC) |
The board of ACC thought it was an appropriate time to update our membership on our initiative towards becoming The Canadian Indigenous Chamber of Commerce(TCICC).
To this point we have completed the major groundwork necessary for TCICC. The board, after four drafts were produced, then approved the charter & bylaws for TCICC. These documents have incorporated all essential by-laws from ACC and added the necessary components reflecting the current business association environment, an organization that will be national scope and governance standards. The creation of this formal document was the starting point & we believe we captured not only strong governance but the spirit and culture that TCICC should encompass. The article in the Connections magazine "Going National" provides a good perspective of the benefits, goals & ambitions of TCICC.
In our charter we have incorporated Article 92 ( Business & Reconciliation) of the Truth & Reconciliation report in it's entirety. We think this is a good cornerstone component for TCICC and important touch point with Truth & Reconciliation. All 94 articles of TRC were vetted for content and to ensure the TCICC charter was aligned in the overlap with commerce & TRC.
On the regulatory side we applied and have gained title to the name "The Canadian Indigenous Chamber of Commerce." We also have filed our TCICC charter and by-laws under the not for profit act and have been approved to operate under the act. The major work left to be accomplished is the formal transition from ACC to TCICC, which we intend to accomplish through the summer. We will presenting a brief update and a transition plan at the AGM on June 27th for membership approval.
One highlight to our work so far is that we have secured one major sponsor that has agreed to provide funds on a an "as-needed-basis" to support and fund the transition process. The board is looking forward to discussing and presenting with the TCICC at our June 27th AGM.
Michael McMullen
President, MCM Consulting Limited
Governor, Canadian Chamber of Commerce
Vice-Chair, Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
Cell: (204) 223 - 6104
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The 21st Vision Quest Conference & Trade Show - Canada's longest running Aboriginal economic development conference - takes place May 16 to 18 in Winnipeg. Since 1997, more than 15,000 people have participated in Vision Quest, and experienced firsthand the value of attending a gathering like this.
"Vision Quest's goal is to educate, enlighten and entertain through a schedule packed with workshops and courses, inspiring speakers, an expansive trade show, cultural demonstrations, and entertainment," says Kim Bullard, Chair of Vision Quest Conferences Inc. "It's this winning formula that has granted Vision Quest a long and successful history."
There are many benefits for Vision Quest delegates, including exclusive opportunities for professional development. On Tuesday May 16, delegates can choose from participating in one of two pre-conference courses.
In the course called 'From Vision to Reality: How to Start a Successful Business', participants will discover how
to get businesses up and running, and learn about tools, resources and funding that may be available to help start businesses.
In 'Rise Above: Living A Life Teachings' participants will learn about cultural teachings from tipi to talking stick, and will be challenged to reflect on the sacred, identity, their own untapped potentials, and personal barriers.
On May 17 and 18, there are two full days of workshops covering topics like business administration, launching a business, money management, social enterprises and co-ops, careers in manufacturing, acting for film and television, Indigenous entrepreneurship, and more.
Vision Quest's Trade Show is the place to be for business networking, exploring partnerships, finding out about new opportunities, and purchasing one-of-a-kind creations.
More than 90 exhibitors will be on display, representing business suppliers, service providers, hospitality groups, career opportunities, economic organizations, educational institutions, information services, and a wide selection of artists and artisans. The Trade show is free for the public to attend on May 17 (8:30am to 4:30pm) and May 18 (8:30am to 2:30pm).
Vision Quest keynote presenters Adam Beach and Kyle Nobess will be available to meet-and-greet in the Trade Show after their keynotes. Come and meet Kyle on May 17 between 11:30am and 12:00pm, and Adam will be there on May 18 from 11:30am to 12:30pm.
Brand new to Vision Quest this year is a free public lecture. On Wednesday May 17, from 7-9pm, the public is invited to attend a presentation on a topic of great importance to northern communities. 'Ice Road and Cargo Airships: State of the Technology and Opportunities for the North' will explore the impact of climate change on northern ice roads, the life-lines to remote fly-in communities. Dr. Barry Prentice, a recognized expert in airship technology, will be at Vision Quest to present the results of 17 years of research in this field.
It's a Vision Quest tradition to wrap up with a Gala on Thursday evening. This year's banquet features a three-course dinner, presentation of awards, cultural and artistic demonstrations, and featured entertainment by renowned comedian Don Burnstick.
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New Member Profile:
Native Canadian Chip Corporation
Based in Riverton, Native Canadian is the producer of Tomahawk Chips.
The best welcome you can give our newest member is trying some of their great product. Tomahawk chips come in 4 flavours and are available at Giant Tiger and other local stores. Not that the four flavours have been been exhaustively sampled but the Fire Chips come highly recommended.
An interesting fact from our new members website,
"Potato chips were invented by George Crum, a Native American chef at the Moon Lake Lodge in Saratoga Springs, New York in 1853."
How about that?
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Coming soon!! New Benefits to Aboriginal Chamber Membership!!!
We will be launching a new website that features many new Benefits for you as a Member! Stay tuned for this exciting launch!
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Some Features include:
- Membership login to the website
- See your account balance
- Make changes to your Business Page
- Your Business will be listed in an online Business Directory
- A map of your Business location will show on your Page
- Connect with other Members in the Membership Information Centre
- Advertising opportunities
- A very user-friendly tool
And much more! We are exicted to be launching this website soon!
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