Respectfully conducting our Business within the Unceded Territory of the Hupacasath and Tseshaht First Nations
Includes 10 free tickets to a GAME!
Great way to start 2022!
The Alberni Valley Bulldogs are proud to team up with the Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce to highlight a deserving local business. Each month, a Chamber member will be highlighted and be treated to a night out for their staff to a Bulldogs game.

Speaking of winning!
In case you haven't heard we at the Chamber along with our partners in both Ucluelet and Tofino embarked on our biggest Shop Local program EVER! With the support of a Federal Government Grant that AVCOC applied for, and received, we were fortunate enough to have ample funds to PURCHASE more than 135 X $100.00 Gift Cards from our communities. Plus, we then invested in professional video productions, and significant marketing via radio, online, print. The numbers speak for themselves!

One number that really strikes is that in less than 3 weeks more than 130000 impressions were confirmed. Our own internal stats confirm that hundreds upon hundreds of people scanned our QR codes at store level. The QR codes can still be found at any one of nearly 75 local businesses. Businesses that we purchased Gift Cards at.

The result: To date (today, January 11th) we have distributed $500.00 Gift Card Packages to 14 (FOURTEEN) people! And.....we're only half done!

Listen DAILY (Mon-Fri) to 93.3 THE PEAK at 9:10am as one of our employees announces 'todays' winner.

The focus for the month of January IS DINE-OUT WEST COAST. We all know of the challenges faced by the Food/Beverage Industry over the past 24 months. Lets continue to support them all! Dine in. Dine out. Order out. Have it delivered.

Find out more here and watch for the names of the winners too! Oh, and on January 31st we announce the winners of FOUR different Staycations between Port Alberni, Ucluelet, Tofino and.....Barkley Sound.
A reminder for our Businesses
This happened through December!
Festival of Trees
Over the course of 7 evenings in December (was to be 9 - darn snow) we were thrilled to host the HERITAGE CHRISTMAS VILLAGE - sponsored by ROBBINS & CO. In addition to the main event we worked closely with the BC Children's Hospital Foundation to resurrect the FESTIVAL OF TREES. We are happy to announce that because of the Tree Sponsors, because of folks like you who visited the site either in-person or online we were able to raise close to $14,000.00 for the foundation. *Actual amount is still to be confirmed.

Alberni Valley Restorative Justice Society
Are you aware of the services the Alberni Valley Restorative Justice Society (AVRJS) can provide? In partnership with the RCMP and others Community partners Justice Forums are held with the Harmed and Accountable to repair the harm caused and come to a plan to repair the harm. If your business has an incident of Shoplifting, Vandalism, Public nuisance.etc.it could be possible to meet with the Accountable and talk about the matter hopefully leading to a mutual solution. Restorative Justice Forum research has shown that further crimes can be prevented after going through such a forum. Feedback also shows that those harmed can feel satisfied after going through this process. If you would like to find out more about how you can be involved in a Restorative Justice forum please contact, Mr. Laurie Money at email lmoney@shaw.ca or Telephone: 250-724-4174. You can also ask a RCMP officer about the process. 
BCMindReader.com: B.C. Paid Sick Leave Impact Survey
Of the 1,024 businesses that completed the survey, 79% said the new mandatory sick leave regulation will impact their business. Over half (55%) of those impacted do not expect to be able to generate additional revenue to absorb the costs – it will go against their bottom line and reduce margins. Nearly half (46%) will be increasing their prices to pay for the costs, and 28% expect they may need to reduce the number of employees they have on their payroll. Of the businesses (21%) who do not expect to be impacted – 55% already offer sick leave and 30% are independent contractors and do not qualify for sick leave. Find the report(s) here
Two
An interesting word & number. That's because right now there are TWO businesses in Port Alberni that are restricted from opening. Near as we can determine that's the number. TWO. So our question is....why? Why are two businesses that promote health, fitness, wellness forced to close? Yes, many others continue to face ongoing punitive restrictions but these two in particular are fully shut down. We are not alone in our support of these businesses as Chambers from across the Province are advocating for a quick reversal of that particular mandate. Please look at this graphic and if you are willing to support them do consider sending your comments to those folks indicated.
Please consider this Survey
– The Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District (ACRD) is considering a roadside waste collection service for organics (food and yard waste), recycling, and garbage in four electoral areas of the Alberni Valley: Areas B (Beaufort), D (Sproat Lake), E (Beaver Creek) and F (Cherry Creek). “These areas remain largely unserviced, and we’d like to engage with residents to understand their level of interest in a coordinated collection program,” says John Jack, Chair of the ACRD Board. “By introducing organics along with recycling and garbage pick-up, we can extend the lifespan of our landfill while transforming food and yard waste into reusable compost.” Find the survey here
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is hosting interactive question and answer sessions
The Government of Canada remains committed to supporting Canadian businesses and organizations in the face of the ongoing pandemic. To this end, COVID-19 Recovery Programs will continue to provide support to Canadian businesses and organizations. The Government is hosting an interactive session this THURSDAY - JANUARY 13TH AT 10:00AM PST. Registration may be limited so best to access the site soon. Register here
Canada Summer Jobs Program (CSJ)
The annual call for applications for the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program is open. Employment and Social Development Canada will be accepting applications until January 25, 2022. 
 
For CSJ 2022, the Government has committed to create 100,000 CSJ jobs for youth to help ensure that the program remains responsive to the employment needs of youth and employers. In 2022, CSJ is returning to its regular parameters and will offer quality jobs over the summer months. Learn more here

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