Greetings from your CEO
June 2022
Dear Members,
On behalf of the West Prince Chamber Board of Directors and staff, we wish to thank all of you who joined us at our Member Social on May 24 at Mill River Resort. It was an honor to welcome the Uzuns (Ukraine family) along with their Hosts Randy Baglole and Allison Daily. A huge thank you to Herb Dickieson, Cora Lee Dunbar (PEI Connectors), Scott Smith (Community Navigator), and Olena Ponomarova (Translator) who also attended and assisted with bringing the event together.
Congratulations to Alfred Arsenault, COO of Provincial Credit Unions, who was recently appointed to the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. It is wonderful to see representation from the West Prince Chamber of Commerce, thank you for your commitment Alfred and we wish you all the best!
The Community Partnership (Community Hospitals West) group recently met to discuss alternative solutions to aid in physician retention efforts. Recent closures and staff shortages have been a consistent problem in rural communities on PEI. The West Prince Chamber has been asked to reach out to our members if you are able to provide any services/products as part of an incentive package. If you have any ideas or would like to discuss this further please reach out to me or Kester Nurse at 902-726-5646.
Call to action: Canadian Industry for Ukraine
The federal government is making an appeal to Canadian businesses interested in providing support to displaced Ukrainians arriving in Canada. Canada has partnered with the Canadian Immigrant Settlement Sector Alliance and its national network of settlement organizations to provide direct and critical support to those in need. Donations from Canadian businesses will go to Ukrainians and other displaced persons making Canada their home. If you own a business or run an organization in Canada and are interested in providing assistance, this is your opportunity to help in a variety of ways – goods and services, jobs, financial aid and medical supplies.
For more information, visit:
Have a wonderful summer!
Sincerely Yours,
Tammy Rix
Chief Executive Officer
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Ukrainian family receives warm welcome
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The Uzan recently arrived in Canada from Turkey, unable to return to Ukraine following the Russian invasion of the Eastern European country. They are currently residing in rural PEI with Springfield West residents Randy Baglole and Allison Daily. The Uzan family were the honoured guests during a West Prince Chamber of Commerce event at Mill River Resort on May 24. In photo: Back: L-R: Murat Uzan, Randy Baglole, Allison Daily and Olga Uzan. Front: L-R: Barbaros (7) and Ali Batu (10). Melissa Heald photo
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Annual Chamber Golf Outing
Friday, September 9, 2022
SIGN UP TODAY!
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This is a terrific event for all local businesses and organizations. Our golf outing include business leaders in the community, Chamber members and their guests. It gives our members a chance to get together and network in a fun environment!
The tournament is held at St.Felix Golf Course will feature a SHOTGUN START and a scramble format. Teams will enjoy a variety of food, drinks and fun activities throughout the course.
Sign up today by contacting Christina Boyle at 902-726-5646 or email admin@westprincechamber.com
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Business Data Lab (BDL).
What exactly is it?
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Earlier this year, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce launched a new initiative called the Business Data Lab (BDL). Why? Because they know the growing importance of data in making sound business decisions, and they also know that data can be overwhelming.
There BDL will provide future-focused, real-time data and insights for companies of all sizes, sectors and regions of the country, and it will bring together data from a variety of sources to track evolving market conditions.
How the BDL Can Help?
Small businesses across Canada will be better able to monitor market conditions in their region.
Quarterly business surveys will provide detailed insights that drill down by ownership characteristics and give an advanced sense of future trends.
Businesses owned by diverse segments of the population can benefit from focused research into their specific needs and opportunities.
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New 5 year Economic Action Plan Unveiled by the PEI PFG
(West Prince Chamber of Commerce is proud founding partner)
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On May 25th, the PEI Partnership for Growth (PFG) held a press conference to release its 2021-2026 Economic Action Plan for Prince Edward Island. The plan development was led by the Partnership and developed with the feedback of more than 220 stakeholders, providing a roadmap to support the long-term vision and five-year goals of economic growth for Prince Edward Island.
This Action Plan is a first of its kind alignment of purpose and priorities of the business community across the province. The plan, supported by the provincial government, outlines an economic action plan that represents a broad consensus on what will be necessary to continue our strong pre-pandemic growth and build the Island's economic prosperity into the future.
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Interested in being a guest on our "BIZY IN THE STICKS" podcast? Share your entrepreneur story of business successes and failures to our communities to increase everyone's opportunity of success and knowledge.
Sharing your story will help them to realize that they aren't alone, that others have been in similar predicaments and made it out alive.
Contact Kester Nurse, Labour Market Resource at 902-726-9378 or email: Kester@westprincechamber.com
www.ruralpeilabourmarket.com
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Follow "BIZY IN THE STICKS" on Podbean to get notifications:
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Making an Impact In Our Community |
In this episode we chat with the winner of the West Prince Chamber of Commerce "Community Impact Award", Dr. Herb Dickieson (Kathleen Dickieson). Dr. Herb discusses what it is about our rural community that gives him and his wife the zeal to make meaningful contributions that affect our population.
Follow us
LISTEN ON PODBEAN HERE:
LISTEN ON APPLE PODCAST HERE:
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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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Skills Development & Training |
Find apprenticeship and on-the-job training information and other services to help your staff upgrade education level, improve job skills or get trade or other certification.
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Rural Action Centre - Alberton |
Rural Action Centres help keep businesses, service providers and community stakeholders connected so together we can build vibrant and prosperous rural communities in Prince Edward Island.
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Business Counselling, Advice and Help
Community Business Development Corporation (CBDC) offers business counselling, advice and other assistance to both new and established business owners and entrepreneurs. Counselling and advice is a major part of CBDC’s mandate and we work hard to help businesses to succeed. We hope you’ll contact us to find out how we can help you! Business Financing & Advice Click Here.
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Innovation PEI provides support and guidance to help businesses across the province excel and grow.
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PEI Community Navigators support new residents as they transition to living and working in rural PEI. If you are new to PEI, please reach out to say hello!
Maxine, Scott, Lindee, & Peggy
902-853-3636
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PEI Connectors is an initiative of the Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce. It works to sustain Prince Edward Island’s economic growth by offering support services to businesses owned and operated by immigrants. The initiative also connects new Islanders and new graduates to business and community leaders in order to grow professional networks and expand career opportunities on the Island.
PEI Connectors offers services at no cost in English, French, Hindi, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Persian to encourage connections and provide necessary resources to job seekers and entrepreneurs.
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Contact: Terry Adams
10 Argyle Street, Alberton.
902-853-3421
Gym/Physical Fitness Center.
Fully equipped, clean gym with knowledgeable and friendly staff.
Pro Shop with a great variety of athletic wear and suppliments.
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Contact: Sam Sanderson
40 Enman Crescent
Charlottetown, PE
C1E 1E6
902-628-5421
The mission of the Construction Association of PEI is to foster, promote and advance the interests and efficiency of the construction industry in Prince Edward Island by acting on behalf of and for its members.
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Grand River Ranch
Contact: Heather Blouin
113 Grand River Drive
Richmond, PE
902-439-5480
Grand River Ranch offers alternative programming for all abilities. At the Ranch we believe animals and nature offer an opportunity for growth.
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Membership Resources & Programs |
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Did you know our Chamber signs Certificates of Origin for export? This is one of our many member benefits.
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Have you taken advantage of our B2B Program? The Business 2 Business Member Benefit Program offers discounted prices to chamber members only. Call or email today to be a B2B Business Sponsor.
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B2B Programs helps promote its members and the services they offer. Support & promote our local economy, stimulate new business through increased exposure and word of mouth referals. You can also create new business contacts and leads to customers.
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Thank you Business Sponsors!
Your chamber membership belongs to your business and all of your employees! Both you and your staff/colleagues can take advantage of the events, benefits and the B2B Program.
Need another discount card contact us today!
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Employers cannot seek pay history information from applicants
Pay Transparency
Labour law changes, introduced by Greens, to come into effect June 1
As of June 1, 2022 jobseekers on PEI can expect employers to include either the expected wage or the expected salary range in job postings.
Community Service Bursary DOUBLES
A Benefit to Students & Volunteer Organizations
Financial support will double this year for high school students who are eligible to receive the Community Bursary Bursary. Graduating PEI high school students who volunteer at a registered volunteer organization during grades 10 – 12 could receive between $300 to $1,500 to help pay for post-secondary education. The program also provides students with the opportunity to develop skills, gain work experience, give back to their community, meet new people, and develop social skills.
Minimum Wage Review
Written submissions are invited from interested parties by
Thursday, June 30, 2022
Submission may be forwarded as follows:
By Mail: Hazel Walsh
Employment Standards Board
PO Box 2000, 161, St. Peters Road
Charlottetown, PEI C1A 7N8
By fax: 902-368-5476
By email: hawalsh@gov.pe.ca
Oral: 902-368-5550 or 1-800-333-4362
Call to action: Canadian Industry for Ukraine
The federal government is making an appeal to Canadian businesses interested in providing support to displaced Ukrainians arriving in Canada. Canada has partnered with the Canadian Immigrant Settlement Sector Alliance and its national network of settlement organizations to provide direct and critical support to those in need. Donations from Canadian businesses will go to Ukrainians and other displaced persons making Canada their home. If you own a business or run an organization in Canada and are interested in providing assistance, this is your opportunity to help in a variety of ways – goods and services, jobs, financial aid, and medical supplies.
For more information, visit:
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Trusted, Engaged, Responsive, and in your Community! Refer a local business to join today!
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