Remembrance Day
Lest we Forget.
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Join us!
President's Luncheon & 5th AGM
The West Prince Chamber of Commerce will hold our President's Luncheon & 5th AGM on Wednesday, November 17 from 11:00-1:00 PM at Mill River Resort. We will welcome Carol Rybinski as the new incoming President. Auditor Riley Shea will also present the financial statements from Keough O’Brien Shea Chartered Professional Accountants.
Guest Speaker: Scott Harper with the Wind Energy Institute of Canada will discuss renewable energy and how WIECan collaborates with and provides consulting and testing services for government, industry, universities, and research organizations.
Lunch Meal: Chicken & Bacon Wrap w/shredded cheese, vegetable soup with crackers, and carrot cake for dessert. To register please click on the link or send Tammy an email at Tammy@westprincechamber.com
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Scott Harper Guest Speaker at AGM |
Scott Harper of Wind Energy Institute of Canada says wind is the low-cost option
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Labour Market Development |
One of the major tasks given to the Rural PEI Labour Market Development Partnership was to undertake a needs assessment survey to determine how the current labour market is affecting rural SME’s. To view the full survey results please visit the website below. We are currently working on a Legacy Framework to capitalize on opportunities for a positive long-term impact.
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Provincial Govenment Updates |
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Last week, the Government of PEI released its 2020-21 Public Accounts, often referred to as the province's "blue books."
- The public accounts show a deficit of $5.6 Million after the originally forecasted deficit was around $120 Million.
- The reduced deficit is a result of higher than expected revenue from provincial taxes and federal government transfers.
- The Minimum Wage will change and increase to $13.70 on April 1, 2022.
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The Government of PEI announced new funding to help with the costs of tablets to verify the PEI Vax Pass at Island businesses. The COVID-19 – Vax Pass Implementation Fund supports businesses, not-for-profits, and non-governmental organizations that may need to purchase a new tablet to implement a vaccine passport system in their business or operation. The fund provides up to 75 % of the eligible cost of purchasing a tablet to a maximum of $525 per tablet. If multiple tablets are required, the fund covers up to $2,100, for a maximum of four tablets.
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Prince Edward Island’s vaccination verification app – PEI Vax Pass Verifier – is now available for free download on mobile devices and tablets from the Google Play app store. The app has been available for free download for iOS mobile devices and tablets from the Apple app store since last Friday. The quickest way to download the app from either app store is to go through the PEI Vax Pass website where we have directly linked to the PEI Vax Pass Verifier app in both stores – www.princeedwardisland.ca/VaxPass.
More information about the PEI Vax Pass Verifier app for businesses and organizations, including frequently asked questions, resources, and supports, is available online.
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Federal Government Updates |
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- Last week, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau selected his new cabinet, featuring several new additions and re-assignments.
- From PEI, Cardigan MP Lawrence MacAulay was appointed as Minister of Veteran's Affairs.
- Atlantic Canada will be well-represented in Canada, with 5 other cabinet ministers, in addition to Min. MacAulay, from the region, including:
- Sean Fraser (NS), Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship
- Dominic LeBlanc (NB), Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure, and Communities
- Ginette Petitpas Taylor (NB), Minister of Official Languages, and minister responsible for ACOA.
- Seamus O'Regan (NL), Minister of Labour
- Gudie Hutchings (NL), Minister of Rural Economic Development
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For a full list of cabinet ministers, click here.
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Recently, the Government of Canada announced new targeted COVID-19 support measures to help Canadian businesses continue to navigate the impacts of the pandemic.
- The government is proposing the following changes to business support programs:
- Extend the Canada Recovery Hiring Program until May 7, 2022, for eligible employers with current revenue losses above 10 % and increase the subsidy rate to 50 %.
- Deliver targeted support to businesses that are still facing significant pandemic-related challenges. Support would be available through two streams:
- Tourism and Hospitality Recovery Program, which would provide support through the wage and rent subsidy programs, to hotels, tour operators, travel agencies, and restaurants, with a subsidy rate of up to 75 %.
- Hardest-Hit Business Recovery Program, which would provide support through the wage and rent subsidy programs, would support other businesses that have faced deep losses, with a subsidy rate of up to 50 %.
- Applicants for these programs will use a new “two-key” eligibility system whereby they will need to demonstrate significant revenue losses over the course of 12 months of the pandemic, as well as revenue losses in the current month.
- Businesses that face temporary new local lockdowns will be eligible for up to the maximum amount of the wage and rent subsidy programs, during the local lockdown, regardless of losses over the course of the pandemic.
- These programs will be available until May 7, 2022, with the proposed subsidy rates available through to March 13, 2022. From March 13, 2022, to May 7, 2022, the subsidy rates will decrease by half.
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For more information on these new programs and measures, click here.
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Membership: Resources & Programs |
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NEW B2B SPONSOR -
HMS Office Solutions is pleased to offer to our chamber members, the following discount:
NEW accounts – 25% off first order*
After first order/existing members: 10% savings*
*Applies to office products only. Excludes wholesale, furniture, postage, and select other products. Members must notify us of their membership. Delivery is at no charge!
Congratulations HMS! Celebrating 40 years in business!
New Store opening soon at 65 Queen St, Charlottetown
Business 2 Business (B2B Program)
Are you aware of the chamber programs and services we have available for you and/or your staff? Bookmark and regularly visit our benefits page, as we continue to work on new offers for members.
B2B Program helps promote its members and the services that they offer
• Support and promote a buy Local attitude in our community
• Stimulates new business through increase exposure and word of mouth referrals
• Creates new business contacts and leads to clients, customers, friends, and families
• Creates long-term trusting loyal relationships in the business community
• Ensuring the reputation of your business matters and is respected by the community.
Thank you Business Sponsors!
*Applies to office products only. Excludes wholesale, furniture, postage, and select other products. (Effective Small Business Week)
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The Diesel Stop Inc
Heavy Duty Truck & Trailer repair shop
Contact: Carter Yeo
Ph: 902-439-8815
email: carteryeotds@gmail.com
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A retail store selling sports and exercise equipment and games. You can also sign up for coaching at other locations.
Ph: 782-377-4399
email: abcsportshouse@gmail.com
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A retail store selling educational toys with a mission to promote parent-child interaction through daily playing.
Ph: 902-388-5825
email: inspirational.play@gmail.com
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Your Flower Shop in Tignish!
(Shop B, Tignish Multicultural Centre).
Fresh cut flowers, gift items, and more.
Ph: (902)-200-8822
email: tignishflorist@gmail.com
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West-Isle Towing Ltd.
West-Isle Towing in Cascumpec, PEI has more than 30 years of experience in the removal, transportation and recovery of vehicles – both large and small, small buildings, farm equipment and service equipment. We have 5 fully equipped trucks dedicated to the hauling industry that are well maintained by the 2 licensed professionals on staff. As one of the largest and most respected towing companies in Western PEI our customers have come to rely on consistent high level of service they receive from West Isle Towing.
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Looking for Skills Training ! |
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WERC: Workforce Employability Readiness Certificate
The Workforce Employability Readiness Certificate (WERC) is a training program that matches job seekers with hiring employers and develops their skills. WERC participants undergo eight weeks of workplace skills training delivered both in the classroom and at the workplace, blending hands-on learning with practical knowledge. The program also provides Coaching and Mentoring training for supervisors selected by the employer, to help support the retention of new employees.
WERC was created with both employers and job seekers in mind. We utilized data from a survey of 174 Island employers to develop the program so participants can focus on improving the skills employers want in a new hire, and employers no longer have to struggle with labour shortages and high rates of turnover.
Once training is complete, employees are set up for long-term job success and employers have the confident, capable employees needed to run a strong business — saving them time, money, and stress.
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What are Essential Skills?
Essential skills are those foundational skills needed to carry out everyday tasks for work, learning, and life. They are foundational skills upon which all other skills are built. They include:
- Communication
- Digital Technology
- Understand & Use Numbers
- Find & Use Information
- Problem Solving
What are Soft Skills?
Soft Skills are personal attributes that enable someone to interact effectively with other people at work or in everyday life. Some examples include:
- Adaptability
- Motivation
- Accountability
- Personal Presentation
- Time Management
- Working with Others
- Stress Management
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Whats Happening with our
Love Local PEI Campaign!
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Sign up for your Love Local, PEI Welcome Kit and a Chance to Win! |
Love Local, PEI is creating a business directory that will go live just in time for the holiday season on November 25th! This comprehensive directory of over 1,800 businesses will provide a one-stop shopping experience and help islanders purchase more goods and services locally.
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Keeping YOU informed!
to serve our communities in a positive and encouraging way!
Tammy Rix, CEO
902-726-JOIN (5646)
Tammy@WestPrinceChamber.com
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