Chamber Point - August2020

There continues to be many initiatives and incentives to support businesses from most sectors. At the Chamber we strive to bring this information to our business community, through our website as well as this newsletter. Please have a read below or call us at 250-567-2124…. for more information.

We are open!

With summer in full swing, and harvest time upon us, it is exciting to see the town getting busier, as we all adjust to the new world around us. Businesses are expanding, remodeling and optimistic about the future ahead. With the support of the town, everyone will benefit from the steady rebuilding of the local economy. We are working hard to help in any way possible to share the love of our great town!

#shoplocalsunday is now on our website and you can find the link to those businesses who are offering Sunday shopping. We are hoping to encourage the Pipline workers who are in the area to shop locally. Please email us if you would like to participate, and are able to open your doors, or if you would like to offer a special Sunday that you can open if not every week.

Please contact me if you ever have any questions or suggestions. Happy summer!

-Lesley

manager@vanderhoofchamber.com

250-567-2124

Visit our Facebook Page!

We have a YouTube channel!! Check out our #mystreetmyneighbours videos on the link!

BUSINESS PROFILE JC's Waterworks

JC'S Waterworks

Our desire to build strong connections with our clients speaks to the level of service we offer. We have long term relationships with our clients that have been fostered over time, and we strive to be the company they can rely on and call…first.

142 Columbia Street East

250-567-5888

or on Facebook

Visit our website

Director's Message

If ever there was a time to come together as a community, it would be now.

Vanderhoof has done that and more; Service groups, District of Vanderhoof, Saik'uz Council, newly formed groups such as Omineca Regional Response (ORR), and individuals that raise their hand when someone is in need.

There has been so much commitment and creativity locally to experience life, instead of just getting through this crazy COVID-19 crisis.

As a chamber board member one of my goals is to make sure the need to support one another does not fade as the virus is brought under control. Moving forward, an on going effort will be integral to connecting business and community.

I encourage everyone to get involved.

If you have any skills or interests that you would like to share with the chamber please feel free to contact the office.

Remember to choose Vanderhoof first and support each other in any way you can.

All the best

Kevin Wallace

MPA,F/PPOC-BC

#mystreetmyneighbour

"At Fitzpatricks Bookkeeping Services we understand that running a business can be stressful. We believe that a great relationship wth any support service is key, After all, your business IS our business."

They are located at 2425 Burrard Avenue and open

Monday to Friday

8:30am-4:00pm

250-567-7050

Visit our facebook page

Keep up to date with our #mystreetmyneighbour initiative as we continue to highlight our members and connect our community!

If you want to learn how to become featured, contact us for more info!

See #mystreetmyneighbour

Export Development Canada (EDC) is working with our federal partners and Canadian financial institutions to bring business financial relief and support to Canadian companies through the government’s new Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP).

Click here for Link

Getting Back To Business: Adapting Your Marketing Message For The New "Business As Usual" With Canada Post

As the retail landscape has dramatically changed over the last few months, small businesses have had to navigate challenges they may not have anticipated – having to transition their brick and mortar store online or optimize their online presence or introduce new service options for their customers. Regardless of the scenario, businesses have had to adapt their business models at the onset of the pandemic and now are faced with the next phase, transitioning into “business as usual,” where the “usual” has changed.

#SHOPLOCALSUNDAY

The Key To Employee Well-Being During And After The Pandemic

COVID-19 has seriously shaken things up for Canadians, both in their professional and personal lives. With our new normal, which for many of us means teleworking and homeschooling, we're seeing an uptick in health problems that organizations and insurers need to address and adapt to. In this webinar, we'll be looking at how overall health culture, which includes physical, mental and financial health, is especially important during a crisis. And how going forward, this culture will be an integral part of group plans.

Membership Fee Support

During this time of business uncertainty, we understand that finances are tight. That is why the Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce is offering our renewing and new members the option to pay your membership fees over three months. Call to talk with Lesley on how we can support your business through this time.

And a reminder that our membership runs on a 12 month basis. For example, if you join in May 2020 your membership is good to May 2021. We feel that this method supports our members best so that everyone gets the most out of their membership.

Become a Member or Renew Your Membership!

Board of Directors

Executive

Past President - Roy Spooner

President - Michelle Roberge

Vice President - Kevin Wallace

Treasurer - Carmen Malo

Directors

Arlynn Klassen

Trinda Elwert

Staff

Lesley Chaisson, Manager