The Chamber - Events and more!

Respectfully conducting our Business within the Unceded Territory of the Hupacasath and Tseshaht First Nations

Opioid Dialogue - Luncheon 04/21/22 @12:00nn

Sponsored by Port Alberni Shelter Society

BINGO! $2.5 Million in Federal/Provincial Grant funding approved.

Kudo's to Mayor & Council (and City Staff) for the collective hard work in pulling this off. This is just what the doctor ordered! The Chamber of Commerce applauds the work of all involved for this wonderful project.

Recovery and Resiliency Fund provides new support for B.C.’s non-profit sector

A new $34-million fund for non-profit groups in British Columbia will provide much-needed support for organizations that were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and continue to struggle during recovery.

The historic investment of $30 million from Budget 2022 includes an additional $4 million from Vancouver Foundation. The non-profit sector contributes $6.7 billion to the provincial economy and employs more than 86,000 British Columbians at approximately 29,000 non-profit organizations throughout the province. Learn More here

Let's go Dawgs! ROUND TWO BEGINS FRIDAY!

Photo credit Darran Chaisson

Yup, that was a goal! But sadly the game is so fast this one was overlooked. Oh well, they won the game, won the series and now faceoff against the Langley Rivermen. Get your tickets soon!

May is coming! May is busy! Mark your calendars!

FIVE FINALISTS ANNOUNCED!

IT'S CALLED VISION

Give a man a hammer, a ladder and a laptop (for YouTube videos) and voilà! See below

The Chamber of Commerce values the initiative and commitment of all in improving how the Alberni Valley presents to the world. We wish all finalists good luck. They're all winners!

Riverbend Cafe - up for award

The Riverbend Cafe and General Store is one of FIVE quality finalists for the VIREB Commercial Building Awards version 2022. The event will be held on April 26/22 in Parksville. Attending will be the creative minds behind:

Chims Guest House Phase II
Western Canada Marine Response Base Facility
Maitland Village
Nucii Building C
Riverbend Cafe

Speaking of impressive buildings.... (click below)

And now for our other upcoming Events!

Welcome Back Tourism: - Friday, May 6 - 3:00pm

This event will be held onboard the MV Frances Barkley on Friday, May 6th 3:00pm to 6:00pm. The ship will depart shortly after 3pm and will travel to the Macktush area before turning around to head back. Let's jump on board and enjoy what thousands have enjoyed before us. We hope to see many tourism operators on board that afternoon. Tickets are on sale now and at vastly reduced pricing courtesy of Sponsor ALBERNI DISTRICT COOP. Catered by Steampunk Cafe. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE $30.00 *

Saturday, May 7th 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the McLean Mill National Historic Site:

Take your special person out for this evening of fun. It's the night before Mother's Day! Do something special, something unique. Tickets available online here

Chamber AGM - 2022 - Thursday, May 26 - 11:00am - 1:00pm - Dog Mountain Brewery

Join us on Thursday, May 26th at 11:00am on the rooftop at Dog Mountain Brewery the location for our AGM - 2022.

Mayor Minions special guest speaker
Andy/Robin owners of Dog Mountain Brewery special guest speakers.

See our event page here for more information and tickets

Community Excellence Awards

Take a peak to see what we have planned! Our biggest event EVER! Friday, June 10/22 at the McLean Mill National Historic Site - 300 people under one tent. Live Music, Historic Theme, almost 60 award winners, keynote Guest Speaker, great food, Local Craft Beer and much more. Click the poster below to learn more and purchase tickets!

People come to us looking for the Hole in the Wall. Well, we have a hole that we need filled. An office, separate entrance using this lovely walkway. Available July 1/22, or earlier. Please contacts us if interested. email Bill