Newsletter
Advocacy
January 20, 2022
COVID-19 Restrictions and Government Transparency

The Chamber issued a press release on January 19th, in response to the provincial government announcement that fitness centres can reopen January 20 if certain conditions are met while existing restrictions for gatherings, sports, events, bars and banquet facilities remain the same until at least February 16. The Chamber wants the government to initiate a process that actively engages with businesses and finds a way for them to remain operating while ensuring public health and safety rather than imposing restrictions on data that is not transparent. Read Full Release In addition to the release a letter was sent to the Premier and Provincial Health Officials. Read Letter
Request for Improvements within the Justice System
 
Through grassroots policy processes the BC Chamber endorses approximately 70 new policies every year at their Annual General Meeting. The policies are submitted by the individual Chambers throughout the province. These policies serve as a road map for discussions with elected officials on specific actionable recommendations to deal with issues businesses face. This year the Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce will be submitting a policy on the challenges with recidivism. Recidivism and crime rates are high in the Okanagan and there is a need for improvements within the justice system to address these realities. If approved at the BC Chamber AGM in March, the policy will be in place for three years.
 
If you have an issue that deserves our attention and advocacy strength, please voice your concern here.
WIN 2 PENTICTON VEES GAME DAY TICKETS - FEB 5, 2022
ENTER TO WIN! Visit Marketing & Networking on the Chamber website. Email Deb at admin@penticton.org the following:
List one marketing or networking opportunity, Your First Name, Business, Email & Phone Number.
Contest closes at 1pm - Friday, Jan 21
Government of Canada COVID-19: Financial Support
Economic Response Plan - Support for businesses and sectors LEARN MORE
City of Penticton Regular Council Meeting January 18, 2022.
CONGRATULATIONS ELMIRA!
Elmira with SOICS was the lucky winner of January 13 draw - scored (2) tickets to cheer on the Penticton Vees this Friday. Thank you for visiting our Member2Member and learning about the amazing special offers available to our members.
Members in good standing of the Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce are invited to attend the 115th Annual General Meeting (AGM) - Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 5:30pm.  The 2022 AGM will be delivered completely virtually this year via Zoom.