July 2023
Dear Members,
Happy First of July! Wishing you a very happy celebration on your Canada Day!
Ladies don't forget to fill out the "Women's Wellness Retreat Survey", the deadline to complete it is Monday, July 3, 2023. So far it looks like we have lots of interest and have decided to go ahead with the event. Save the date: September 22, 23, and more details will follow. Location: Briarwood Coastal Cottages & Lodge.
Chamber Travel next spring to Ireland is 8 days. We have an Early Bird Discount of $200 if you register prior to July 31, 2023. Please visit our website for the full itinerary.
Our year-end August 31 is fast approaching and all membership renewals have been invoiced, payment would be appreciated as soon as possible. Thank you all for your continued support. Have a wonderful July!
Sincerely Yours,
Tammy Rix
Chief Executive Officer
Have you had a chance to review our new membership fee tier? Find out how you can become a Connector or Influencer.
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7th Annual Golf Outing Fundraiser
Save the date: September 8th, 2023
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Sign up for a fun afternoon at St. Felix Golf Course followed by a meal and lots of prizes. If you are unable to participate, perhaps you would consider being a hole sponsor and/or donating a door prize. Please find the registration form online on our website.
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Do you have news or important information you would like to share with other members? Chamber E-News goes out monthly!
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Ittybitty Beach House
Contact: Nichole Herron
57 Smith Drive, O'Leary
705-768-0343
A peaceful, cozy cottage rental located on the shores of West Point, PEI
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Membership Resources, Programs & Group Travel
Coming Soon Chamber Perks Mobile App July 2023
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Inflation in Atlantic Canada
Today, the Chamber network is exploring the impacts of inflation across Atlantic Canada. Please share your impression in this 2-minute survey.
Join Atlantic Impressions and take the survey:
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Provides member companies with a marketing tool to increase sales, grow their network and increase their company brand awareness by offering perks and discounts to Chamber/Business member companies, their employees and general users. |
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Flagship Discounted Shipping Program
Save up to 70% on your shipping cost! Flagship is the only option you will want to choose for your shipping needs. Save up to 70% on your shipping cost! It is a convenient online shipping service that makes it easy to instantly compare discounted shipping rates, choose your preferred courier among Purolator, UPS, FedEx, Canpar and DHL, print your label, schedule free pickup, receive tracking notifications and one consolidated invoice; all in one place.
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Elavon Merchant Services
Accept payments in-store, online and on the go
Elavon is our preferred partner for secure and reliable payment processing.
Payment Solutions Built for You
Elavon offers a powerful suite of payment solutions and flexible partner programs to help empower your success and accelerate your revenue growth. We provide next-day funding so you can better manage cash flow and business operations.
We make it possible. You make it happen.
Are you ready to get started?
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Government Programs and Updates |
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West Prince Ambulatory Care services combined at Community Hospital O'Leary for summer months to ensure sustained services
Health PEI is notifying residents of West Prince of changes to Ambulatory Care services in the area over the summer months. From June 26 until September 16, ambulatory care services at Western Hospital and Community Hospital O’Leary will merge in O’Leary.
This temporary change will allow Health PEI to continue to offer the same volume of appointments, while also allowing staff to take deserved vacations. All services are appointment based and patients will not experience any change in service except location.
“Last year, ambulatory care was moved to Western Hospital for the summer, and this year we are locating the service to Community Hospital O’Leary, for fairness. I would like to thank the staff who have agreed to offer services at one site to ensure sustained services for Islanders,” said Cheryl Banks, acting administrator for Community Hospital O’Leary and Western Hospital. “I would also like to thank patients and families for their understanding and cooperation during this period as we work to ensure services are consistently maintained in the region.”
Funding Opportunities
Federal Government funded Online Volunteering and Micro-grants Opportunities for Youth and Newcomers:
Community Revitalization Program - Rural Growth Initiative
The purpose of the Community Revitalization Program is to support the revitalization of rural communities through strategic investments in infrastructure that is important for rural culture, society, and economic development.
Who is eligible for funding assistance?
- Incorporated non-profit organizations which have a mandate for community and/or economic development
- Non-profit cooperatives that do not share dividends
- Municipal governments
- Band councils (or their development agency)
For information please visit their website HERE:
Tourism Seasonal Extension Program
Funding to help tourism operators extend their season. Grants range from $2500 to $50 000. See more details here.
Canada Digital Adoption Program
Grants and access to advice to increase online sales, reduce costs, better manage inventory and more. See more details here.
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Business Assistance Service, standard with Chambers Plan employee benefits. Access to professional accounting, counseling, legal, and human resource experts who understand the challenges faced by small business owners.
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Are you looking for real-time data and insights for real-time data and insights for companies of all sizes, sectors, and regions of the country? The Business Data Lab (BDL) provides future-focused data from a variety of sources to track evolving market conditions, providing Canadian businesses with critical information to help them make better decisions and improve their performance.
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Member Employee Spotlight: Martin O'Brien
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WE ARE A FAMILY RUN, BOUTIQUE-STYLE OYSTER COMPANY located on Prince Edward Island on Canada’s Atlantic Coast. We commit to growing and packing oysters of the finest quality in a safe and sustainable way, and work with other nearby growers with the same commitments to bring their product to market.
QUALITY IS OUR FOCUS and over the years we have let the oysters speak for themselves. Our company, and our independent growers, go the extra mile with our oysters and our distribution partners can attest to that. They are all oyster-loving people who go out of their way to find that unique, high-quality oyster to put on their product offering and we are proud to work with them to distribute our oysters.
Check out their Oyster Deck Experience HERE.
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Stories of impact from Atlantic Businesses. Brought to you by the Chambers of Commerce network in Atlantic Canada.
Cascumpec Bay Oyster Co. has been a chamber member since day one and has participated in the annual courses they facilitate to help their business and form connections within their community.
Join your local Chamber today!
Click on the link to view the video:
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This is a section in the newsletter where employers can recognize one of their employees! Please send a brief write-up and picture to admin@westprincechamber.com
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Advertising Opportunities |
The West Prince Chamber of Commerce offers a number of advertising opportunities to help promote your business within the West Prince Area. From E-Blasts to Web Banners, our advertising opportunities will get your organization in front of the local business community.
For more information on available options, visit our website HERE or email us today.
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Dennis Motors
833 Ellerslie Road, C0B1J0902-831-2229
*** Summer Sails Event ***
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30% OFF Water Tubes, Skis, Boards & Tow Ropes
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Stop into 833 Ellerslie Rd in Ellerslie & Check it Out
In-Stock Items Only
Some Conditions Apply, While Supplies Last
Yes, We are aware of our Play on Words
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Trusted, Engaged, Responsive, and in your Community! Refer a local business to join today!
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#ExploreWesternPEI
#EntrepreneurshipOpportunities
#LoveLocalPEI
#WestWeCan
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