1. 2023 Board of Directors - Nominations Open!
2. September to Re-Member
3. Upcoming Events
- Chamber on Tap
- Small Business Week
- Business Awards of Distinction
4. Women of Influence Interview - Lorraine Stewart
5. Shining Member Spotlight
6. New Members in August
7. Member Business of the Month - Kiwi Nurseries
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2023 Board of Directors - Nominations Open! |
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The Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce is launching the nominations and elections process for its 2023 Board of Directors. The Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations. Chamber members are invited to submit nominations for Board vacancies to the Chamber offices; nominations to be reviewed by the Nominating Committee will be accepted until October 21, 2022.
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There is one more week to Re-Member with the GPRC. Pay your 2023 membership by joining or re-joining before September 30th.
- New members get the rest of 2022 absolutely free!
- Current members receive an e-Blast or 2 week advertising on the Stony Plain digital sign!
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To finish 2023, we are proud to introduce three inspiring guests for our Chamber on Tap series! This is an informal event for networking while host Sarah Befus conducts a live interview. |
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On September 29th, find us at the Canadian Brewhouse with Tony McKee of Remuda Horsemanship.
Remuda Horsemanship promotes building self esteem and confidence through interaction with horses. They offer therapeutic sessions, school programs, horsemanship lessons, self empowerment lessons, and group mountain trips.
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On October 20th, we will wrap up Small Business Week at Glacier Greens Golf course with brand new owner Meg Polson. Meg is familiar to the golf community as a television host, entertainer and event MC.
Glacier Greens (formerly Duffy's Challenge) is a par 3 golf course just minutes north of Stony Plain. With its challenging greens, beautiful scenery, and close proximity to our region's municipalities, it's sure to check all the boxes for your next tee off.
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On November 24th, celebrate our last Chamber on Tap of the year at RavenWolf Brewing Co. with owners Randall and Jan Gillett. Bring a donation for the Kinsmen Kinettes Toy Drive and we will kick off the holiday season in style!
RavenWolf Brewing Co. opened in early 2021 in the industrial area of Spruce Grove and has exploded onto the craft brewing scene, expanding into numerous pubs and liquor stores across the region and beyond!
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GPRC Small Business Week, presented by The Shop Local Company, is taking place October 18-20, 2022
We are hosting several events to celebrate and recognize small businesses across the region. Join us for educational sessions, networking, and
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Tuesday, October 18th
Standard First Aid Training with CPR and AED
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If your first aid has expired, or you are looking to get started, this hybrid first aid course combines online studies ahead of the in-person portion taking place in the GPRC boardroom from 8:30am-4:30pm.
Members: $115 +GST
Non-Members: $145 +GST
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Wednesday, October 19th
Indigenous Blanket Exercise in partnership with City of Spruce Grove
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Blanket exercises are an educational session as a part of the journey of reconciliation. Facilitated by KAIROS and an Indigenous Elder, the exercise is an interactive way to learn about Indigenous history such as the 60s Scoop, residential schools, and more.
Free to attend, registration required.
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Thursday, October 20th (Morning)
Workforce Trends and Employment Recruiting
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Join us in the morning for coffee/tea and muffins as Michael Smith of the Government of Alberta discusses current labour market trends, government grants for employers, and employment recruiting options. A light lunch is included and will follow this session.
Members: $40 +GST
Non-Members: $50 +GST
Morning and Afternoon Session Bundle
Members: $65 +GST
Non-Members: $75 +GST
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Thursday, October 20th (Afternoon)
How a Living Wage can Improve your Small Business
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Prior to this afternoon session, join us for a light lunch and network with individuals from the morning session! After lunch, participate in a special presentation on the Living Wage and Group Benefits that could support your small business and aid in staff retention. Learn what it is, why it is important, and how it can enhance your small business.
Members: $40 +GST
Non-Members: $50 +GST
Morning and Afternoon Session Bundle
Members: $65 +GST
Non-Members: $75 +GST
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Thursday, October 20th (Evening)
Chamber on Tap with Meg Polson at Glacier Greens
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Join us at the greens as Sarah Befus chats with Meg Polson of Glacier Greens, formerly Duffy's Challenge! This casual networking event provides an opportunity to learn more about a business and chat with fellow entrepreneurs and business owners.
Members: $25 +GST
Non-Members: $35 +GST
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Small Business Week is made possible with the partnership of our municipalities |
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Business Awards of Distinction |
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Finalists for the 2022 Business Awards of Distinction will be announced this week! Join us on November 3rd as we celebrate our business community and local entrepreneurs at Spruce Grove Hall, Heritage Park. We are excited to announce that Matt Day will be emceeing the event and providing entertainment for guests! Matt Day is a professional musician, speaker and music-in-healthcare provider with experience presenting to industry leaders and organizations.
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Women of Influence Interview - Lorraine Stewart |
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Board Chair, Parkland School Division |
Lorraine Stewart is a Woman of Influence involved with numerous aspects of community. A Rotarian, school board Trustee, retired educator, board member for the Alberta College of Psychologists, and the list goes on. Lorraine is committed and passionate about improving her community in any way possible. Dedicated does not even begin to describe the care and attention Lorraine places on each of her roles, elected or volunteer. She gives each project, person, and task the attention it deserves and never does anything just halfway. Lorraine is an active volunteer to help those in her community, the province, the nation, and even across the globe.
Lorraine’s mission in education, and her life, is to promote inclusivity. For some, inclusivity means doing the bare minimum to tolerate others with different perspectives, experiences, and abilities while Lorraine regards inclusion as valuing one another for those same reasons.
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We are shining a spotlight on a few members each month so you can learn about them and get to know what they do. To learn more about each of these members please click on them to follow the link!
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Welcome to our
NEW MEMBERS!!
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Welcome to the Chamber and we look forward to seeing you grow in the community!
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Member Business of the Month |
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KIWI NURSERIES
Kiwi Nurseries is a family owned, locally operated full service nursery located just eat of Spruce Grove on the Yellowhead Highway.
They offer classes including paint nights, kids classes and in October, will have a family friendly Haunted House. For more information, check out their website and head out there today!
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THANK YOU TO OUR PLATINUM SPONSOR |
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This Newsletter is from: Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce
Name: GPRC
Contact:780-963-4545
E-mail: info@gprchamber.ca
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