Business Excellence Nominations Have Closed
Thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a deserving business or individual. We are processing nomination forms and will be sending the corresponding category packages to Nominees during the week of July 9th.
Fun & Games at our June Commerce ConneX
It was all fun and games at our June Commerce ConneX at Playtime Casino, BCLC, and Match Eatery. With the entertainment kicked into high gear and fantastic appies abound, a great time was definitely had by all!

Join us for our next Commerce ConneX for The Vibrant Vine's Grand Opening!
PAID ADVERTISING
Forest Fires are Just a Spark Away:
Please Keep your Customers Informed
A photo provided to us by Chamber member Myra Canyon Adventure Park reminds us of the currently dry (and precarious) landscape surrounding Kelowna.  We kindly ask that you consider placing a poster in your place of business or posting on your social media, reminding customers of the dangers of tossing lit cigarette butts out of windows, lighting campfires, etc. 

More than one million hectares of land burned last year in British Columbia, and as locals, it is our duty to protect our community by keeping visitors aware and informed, as well as remembering to take proper precautions ourselves. 

Kudos to the City of Kelowna for their quick reaction in sending out crews to Myra Canyon for forest fire prevention clean up.
The Chamber is Still Open for Business
Although Tourism Kelowna's Visitor Centre has recently relocated to their new waterfront location, the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce is still in the same location on Harvey Avenue and Ellis Street. 

As we are currently in search of a new tenant our front doors are locked, but we are open for business! Just come 'round to the side door and our Chamber staff will be  happy to assist you.
ADVOCACY
WE WORK DIRECTLY WITH ELECTED OFFICIALS TO RAISE
OUR MEMBERS' CONCERNS & SEEK RESOLUTIONS
Our Policy Advisory Committee is active on a number of key issues. For a complete list visit our website under Advocacy/Key Issues.

Let us know what's on your mind: What issue do you think needs the Chamber's leadership?  RAISE YOUR CONCERN
UPCOMING  EVENTS

COMMERCE CONNEX @ THE VIBRANT VINE 
THURS. JULY 12  |  5 - 7 PM
What do you do when there's just too much awesome to cram into one tiny wineshop? Expand of course! Attend The Vibrant Vine's Grand Opening of their new space. Mayor Colin Basran will do the honours for the ribbon cutting and there will be some awesome appies, along with (obviously) amazing wine selections. 

D on't forget, this Commerce ConneX is NEXT WEEK instead of the third Thursday. We just couldn't wait to help The Vibrant Vine show off their new digs!

COMMERCE CONNEX @ 
BRAND NEW VISITOR CENTRE
THURS. AUG. 16  |  5 - 7 PM
The Tourism Kelowna Visitor Centre extends a special welcome, offering the opportunity to connect with other business members while checking out everything the new centre has to offer. Join us for our August Commerce ConneX as we celebrate the latest and greatest addition to our vibrant downtown.

BUSINESS SMARTS: HOW TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS
WITHOUT BLOWING IT UP
TUES. SEPT. 18  |  12 - 1 PM
This is an invitation for entrepreneurs who are poised for growth, thinking of acquiring property, expanding existing premises or looking at an exciting new sales opportunity. Tom Lewis, founder of Summit Fiscal Management Inc., a Vernon-based company providing financial management training to Entrepreneurs, will give you the tools to to help you succeed.

COMMERCE CONNEX @ SANDHILL
HOSTED BY PUSHOR MITCHELL
THURS. SEPT. 20  |  5 - 7 PM
Pushor Mitchell is switching up the venue for their annual Commerce ConneX. Meet new contacts and re-connect with old ones over a glass of wine and great appies at Sandhill Estate Winery.

CHAMBER LUNCHEON SERIES: TRADE WARS, BREXIT &
KELOWNA / UK BUSINESS CONNECTIONS:
BRITAIN'S CONSUL-GENERAL WEIGHS IN.
FRI. SEPT. 28  |  11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
With impending trade wars on the horizon, Canadians are feeling apprehensive at the thought of an uncertain future. Britain's Consul-General in Vancouver, Nicole Davison, weighs in on today's hot topics: Trade Wars, Brexit, & Kelowna/UK Business Connections.

BUSINESS SMARTS: HOW MINDFULNESS
REDUCES CHRONIC STRESS.
TUES. OCT. 16  |  12 - 1 PM
In this workshop we will explore how incorporating mindfulness into workplace environments can help to reduce chronic stress, increase performance, improve creativity, promote constructive communication and enhance overall well being and dynamics of the team.
MEMBER NEWS
WELCOME TO OUR JUNE NEW MEMBERS

CONGRATULATING MEMBERS ON THEIR MILESTONES,
ACHIEVEMENTS & CELEBRATIONS.
  • UBC Professor of Radiation Oncology and local Kelownian, Dr. Juanita Crook received the CARO-Sanofi Award for her research in the field of prostate cancer therapy. MORE
  • Vista Villa Couples Retreat is celebrating their 20th year in business. They have been listed as #1 Best Value of 50 B&B's in Kelowna by Trip Advisor, and BCAA awarded them Inspector's Best of Romantic, under AAA Inspector's Best of Lodgings.
  • Two Okanagan College alumni, Brea Retzlaff and Drew Vincent, have been recognized for their contributions to the local tech and business sector, receiving the Okanagan College Alumni Association's (OCAA) Young Alumni Award. MORE
Let us join you in celebrating your business's achievements & milestones. 
DO YOU KNOW ABOUT OUR AFFILIATE PROGRAMS?

ESSO IMPERIAL OIL: The Esso Business Card programs give you exceptional fuel savings, and powerful yet easy-to-use fuel management tools. Kelowna Chamber of Commerce members and their employees receive 3.5 cents per litre discount regardless of volume. (Even better discounts for fleets!) Pick the degree of control and reporting that's right for your business.
There are amazing perks to being a Kelowna Chamber of Commerce member. From networking opportunities to our Affiliate Programs, we provide a variety of exclusive offers and opportunities. To learn more, visit our website under  Member Exclusives.
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