February Mid-Month Newsletter Sponsored By |
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Get Your Heart Airdrie Merchandise Online |
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The Airdrie Chamber of Commerce has launched the “Show Your Local Love” campaign this February to expand our ongoing efforts to encourage patronage of community businesses and to show community pride!
Show Your Local Love & Win!
Contest 1: Show Your Local Love on social media using the hashtag #iHeartAirdrie showing us what you love most about our city for a chance to win one of 20 Heart Airdrie branded prizes.
Contest ends February 28th at 11:59pm. Winners will be randomly selected and contacted via social media or email.
Contest 2: Spend a minimum of $50 on airdrie.chambermarket.ca throughout February and get a free pair of Heart Airdrie socks*!
*While quantities last. Shoppers will be contacted via email with further instructions.
Heart Airdrie merchandise is available on the Airdrie Chamber Market at https://bit.ly/ShopLocalAC. We encourage all residents to purchase these items to demonstrate their love for Airdrie!
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Reels Workshop: Why every business should be using them!
Join the Chamber virtually for a trend setting Reels Workshop presented by Megan Moore. In this workshop, Megan will cover why every business should be using reels, how to get started with them, what strategies to follow, and what to ignore!
Megan will walk you through ideas and concepts that are unique to your business; and won't require you to break out the dance moves!
The first half the workshop will be dedicated to reel education and the second half of the workshop will be walking you through how to create your next or first ever reel!
Date: Thursday, February 17th, 2022 (Registration closes Wednesday, February 16th at 9:00 am)
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Member Price: $20.00
Future Member Price: $30.00
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Motivational March is Back! |
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We are excited to be offering this as a hybrid event; yes, that is correct you can take in all the motivation as an attendee either in person or virtually!
We are thrilled to have Michelle Cederberg as our keynote speaker for this event. Michelle will be presenting "The Success-Energy Reset" which will motivate you on how to regain focus and recharge work and life in a post-pandemic world.
The Success Energy Reset Synopsis:
In the age of disengagement, distraction and fatigue still lingering from the pandemic, how we work and live has been tested. As we navigate on-going uncertainty, we are busy, stretched, and stressed and it can feel difficult to stay positive and lead effectively.
Health and Productivity Expert Cederberg shares research from her new book The Success-Energy Equation to help you and your team regain focus and tap into a well of energy that will increase productivity and reduce overwhelm and stress in every area of your life.
You'll discover how to:
- Get clear on your own definition of success; what really matters to you in work and life, and what drives you to do what you do ? particularly in a post pandemic world.
- Look at typical barriers that get in the way of success, how you can effectively navigate them, and lead your team productively despite them.
- Discover four science-backed variables that contribute to higher levels of goal achievement and overall well-being, and how to boost capacity in each.
- Embrace a simple but powerful daily habit to ensure on-going success with everything you do that?s important to you (what it is may surprise you).
- Full of hilarious stories, anecdotes, and innovative strategies, you?ll leave this session with a renewed sense that it's possible to break free from stress and drive your teams success, through the pandemic and beyond. That?s Success-Energy, and it?s a formula worth calculating.
Date: Thursday, March 31st, 2022
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
In Person Event:
Member Price: $30.00
Future Member Price: $40.00
Virtual Event: Link provided 2 days prior to event
Member Price: $15.00
Future Member Price: $25.00
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Nominate a COVID Warrior Today! |
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In addition to our special guest speaker, we will be recognizing local COVID Warriors at our March 31st dinner. The Airdrie Chamber of Commerce will be recognizing 10 award recipients during the event and they will be receiving an award for their efforts. A special thank you to our event sponsor JHH Transport for making this celebration possible!
A COVID Warrior is a business or an individual (of any age) that deserves to be recognized for their:
• outstanding acts of service
• demonstration of exceptional leadership during COVID 19
• a person or a business who made a major difference in the lessening of stress and brought assistance to neighbors, co-workers, employees, or others during the pandemic.
Award Eligibility:
- Business must be located in Airdrie or must be an Airdrie Chamber member
- Individual must be located in Airdrie
- Self nominations are accepted
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Nominations are open for acceptance from February 1st 2022 - February 25th, 2022
- Nominees will be notified that they have been nominated and given a form to submit that states they agree to have their nomination put forward to be selected as a COVID Warrior. This form must be returned to the Airdrie Chamber by March 4th, 2022
- Award recipients will be notified by March 7th, 2022 if they have been selected to receive an award
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Our Largest Event of the Year is Back! |
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The Airdrie Home & Lifestyle Show offers a unique opportunity for your business to engage and interact with thousands of potential customers. It's our largest and longest-standing event happening on April 23rd and 24th, 2022 at Genesis Place!
New in 2022!
• New stage performers and speakers each day!
• More stage seating
• New sponsorship opportunities.
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The Airdrie Home & Lifestyle Show takes place every April at Genesis Place and is a great way for businesses to showcase their products and services to the community.
There are a variety of sponsorship levels available to choose from. In addition, we kindly accept door prizes and swag bag items.
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Share Your Workshop & Speaker Ideas |
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The Airdrie Chamber is always looking for new and inspiring speakers and workshop facilitators. If you, or someone you know, offers these services we'd love to hear from you!
Please note that we typically book our events several months in advance based on our membership's recommendations and feedback. We usually offer two events per month with some learning opportunities being virtual and other networking events being in person.
Workshop topics vary from business growth, marketing tips and tricks, to motivation and leadership skills.
Please email events@airdriechamber.ab.ca if you have training topics you would like us to consider, or if you have a recommended speaker/facilitator in mind.
(Please note that the chamber cannot accommodate all requests.)
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Grow Your Business Online |
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Grow your Airdrie business online with Chamber Market. Consumers are searching for your product right now, let Chamber Market help you connect with the right customers.
No monthly or annual fees! You will not receive free marketing from any other ecommerce platform. We truly want your business to succeed!
Sell it on Airdrie's Chamber Market!
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Membership Auto-renewal Now Available |
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We are excited to be introducing auto-renewal for annual membership in 2022! Now you can have peace of mind knowing your membership won't expire or have to be reminded it's up for renewal. Email us today if you would like more info: admin@airdriechamber.ab.ca
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Survey: Made in Alberta, By Albertans |
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The Government of Alberta is gathering feedback on the development of a Made in Alberta, by Albertans label that will help shoppers quickly identify products made in our province and support local businesses during Alberta's economic recovery. |
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Maintain Control, save time and money with The Esso™ | Mobil™ Business Card program
Whether you’re a single sales force or a large fleet The Esso | Mobil Business Card program will give you exceptional fuel savings and help you manage your costs. Esso proudly has over 2,000 Esso and Mobil stations across Canada.
Member businesses and their employees save 3.5₵/ litre off retail posted prices
Contact:
Pamela Phillip
Regional Sales Manager, Prairies
Cell: 780.340.8746
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Getting Onboard with Chamber Business Services |
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Through our membership with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, you are able to benefit from a variety of programs and services that leverage the buying power of the 200,000-member Canadian Chamber network.
Whether you need to reduce expenses, connect with other businesses or access the services needed to break into new markets, Chamber Business Services (CBS) can give you a distinct advantage.
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce is inviting you to meet the CBS partners and learn how you can take advantage of these programs. The events take place on March 1 and 3 and you will learn about:
March 1: Shipping, Payment Processing and Insurance | REGISTER NOW
• Freightcom: discounted rates on shipping within North America and worldwide. • Elavon: the innovative, secure and global partner for your payment processing needs, whether you do business online, mobile or in-person. • Dion Strategic: professional advice on the insurance solutions most suited to your needs.
March 3: Cleaning and Sanitation, Mobile Services and Fuel | REGISTER NOW
• Kleanr: As a national sanitation provider, Kleanr helps businesses get back on their feet through a variety of cleaning and disinfecting services. • Rogers: Managed by Vesta Networks, Rogers for Business brings discounts on a variety of products and services such as wireless data, voice, wireline and Microsoft 365. • ESSO: Save 3.5 cents per litre of fuel purchased at ESSO and Mobil branded stations.
If you have any questions about these events of the programs, you can contact the Canadian Chamber's Senior Manager of Chamber Services, Melissa Lamirande. |
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Welcome Lochsmith Consulting!
Michelle Carre works with business owners as a mentor and consultant to improve their businesses and "work life balance". She helps her clients to write business plans, partner agreements, marketing plans, policies and procedures. Michelle also provides ongoing mentorship packages to help them stay on top of their vision and goals. She'd love to help you unlock your potential too!
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Alberta Business Awards of Distinction -
Deadline Extended!
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Nominations and submissions for the 2022 Alberta Business Awards of Distinction are now open for 14 diverse categories.
**Deadline Extended to February 21st, 2022.**
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Now Hiring a Digital Service Squad Member |
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Community Futures Centre West is currently seeking a post-secondary student to join our region's new Digital Service Squad. The student may start working part time now and move into full time over the spring/summer. |
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Seeking Mentors and Speakers |
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YELL is a registered Canadian charity and Canada's first high school entrepreneurship course eligible for both high school and university credit.
Airdrie's Bert Church High School is excited to pilot this program and is seeking speakers and mentors to inspire and guide local students as they work to validate their own venture idea and pitch it at the year-end Venture Challenge.
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E-Newsletter Sponsored By |
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Airdrie Chamber of Commerce
102, 150 Edwards Way NW
Airdrie, AB T4B 4B9
403. 948.4412
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