West Prince Chamber of Commerce
E-News January 2022
Dear Members,
As a result of the current public health restrictions in PEI, we have made the difficult decision to postpone the 2022 Business Excellence Awards Gala until Thursday, April 21, 2022. Hopefully, this decision will allow time for things to settle and give us the opportunity to safely celebrate our gala together. We are excited to continue putting this event together and look forward to more nominations coming in. We have extended the Business Awards Nominations until February 28. I urge you to look around your business community and take a few minutes to nominate a business. If you don't have time and still want to nominate a business - call the office and we can look after it for you.
You can download the nomination form online at Business Awards Nominations or fill out the online form.

The Government of Canada remains committed to supporting Canadian businesses and organizations in the face of the ongoing pandemic. To this end, COVID-19 Recovery Programs will continue to provide support to Canadian businesses and organizations. On Tuesday, December 21, 2021, applications opened for the Canada Recovery Hiring Program, the Tourism and Hospitality Recovery Program and the Hardest-Hit Business Recovery Program. You can find the latest COVID-19 support measures for businesses and organizations under Atlantic Chamber COVID-19 Resources button above or on the West Prince Chamber website. These measures will ensure that the hardest-hit sectors will continue to receive the support they need while also supporting a strong economic recovery.

Please reach anytime if you need help navigating through federal and provincial programs - they are there to support your business. As you continue to work through daily challenges - be safe and patient during these times. I look forward and feel optimistic about the days ahead.
Sincerely Yours,

Tammy Rix
Chief Executive Officer
Nominate your Favorite Local Business
The nomination deadline has been extended until February 28, 2022
Ok folks we need your help nominating businesses from your community!
We have provided a list of Chamber members and winners from last year to help you out! Please take a look through the business categories to match the business with the appropriate award. If you need help give Carol Rayner a call at 902-726-5646. We look forward to your input as we recognize the value, dedication, and ingenuity of our small business community.
Member List & Business Awards Winners 2021


Business Excellence Awards Winners – 2021

Business of The Year – CBDC Western PEI
Lifetime Business Achievement Winner - Harper's Automotive
Peoples' Choice Community Impact Winner - Games West PEI
Overcoming Adversity (Special Award) Winner - Community Hospitals West
Technology Innovator Winner - Cascumpec Bay Oyster Co.
Service Excellence Winner - Backwoods Burger
Marketing and Communications Winner - Island Spaw & Kennels Inc.
Emerging Business Growth Winner - Up West Fire Fries
Chamber Ambassador Winner - Lisa Enman Photography
Chamber Ambassador Winner - Melissa Heald, West Prince Graphic



Member News
Do you have news or celebrations you would like to share with other business members? Chamber E-News goes out monthly, usually around the second week. Just email your news to Kester@westprincechamber.com
Innovative Smart Solutions is offering the first month FREE to anyone who switches over to their excellent service in the month of January. Please call Mary at 902-960-6717.

Need a Reminder!
Useful business year-end deadline reminders from KOS Chartered Professional Accountants. Please see filing deadline dates below.

Welcome New Members
Sam Kee Trading Inc.
Trading company doing agriculture product exporting from PEI to Asia. 
Contact: Man Kit, Chan
Ph: 902-214-4912
email: samkmullion@gmail.com
JoliStation
A game center located in Tignish
with VR Games and Board Games.
Contact: Noel Lam
Phone: 902-388-5872
Email: jolistation.pe@gmail.com
M.B. Eye Electrical Inc.
Providing innovative energy solutions throughout Atlantic Canada for customers seeking traditional, custom and green energy design.
Contact: Matt Eye
Phone: 902-892-8839
Email: admin@mbeyeelectrical.com
Programs & Upcoming Events



PEIBWA currently has a few spots left in its Accelerate HER PEI & Mentorship January Program for Early Growth Stage businesses. Program Details.
Are you a PEI women business owner wanting to grow your business to the next level? Could you benefit from structured business support & guidance to make that happen? Could you benefit from the support & guidance provided by a trusted mentor? Are you looking to make more connections to further develop your business?

PEIBWA is currently accepting applications for our next cohort of Accelerate HER PEI – A 12-week program dedicated to supporting women-owned businesses in the early growth stage of development or those taking their business in a new direction. Accelerate HER PEI Winter Program begins January 26, 2022 and is open to all women business owners from across PEI. (Business must be majority women-owned operation). Limited space is available.
For more information contact info@peibwa.org









Virtual Information Session for Businesses and Contractors.
January 25 and January 27, 2022 at 1:30pm
These workshops will provide information on energy efficiency methods and programs that help reduce energy costs.
The 1.5 hour sessions will cover different topics so participants are encouraged to join both sessions.
Some of the topics covered include:

•       Understanding energy audits
•       Energy efficiency opportunities
•       Potential cost savings of energy efficiency
•       Existing building commissioning – process and opportunities
For more information and to receive the meeting link,
contact: Nick Walker, nmwalker@gov.pe.ca or 902-620-3690

Please RSVP by Jan. 21









R-2000 Training
The Canadian Home Builders' Association of PEI (CHBA-PEI), in partnership with Efficiency PEI, is excited to announce that R-2000/Energy Star Builder Training will be offered to PEI Builders at the end of this month.











Business Master Class - Strategic Planning
Startup Zone's Business Masterclass on Strategic Planning will help you kickstart your plans for crushing those business goals in 2022! January 27, 9:30-12:00 pm Cost $38.15









Canada Summer Jobs Application deadline
The annual call for applications for the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program is open. Employment and Social Development Canada will be accepting applications until January 25, 2022. 

Apply Now for Canada Summer Jobs funding!










Innovation PEI
Innovation PEI is focused on accelerating economic development in Prince Edward Island by investing in people, culture, innovation, and infrastructure. They offer financial assistance and program services to help you grow your business. For a complete list please visit their website

Trusted, Engaged, Responsive, and in your Community! Refer a local business to join today!