For Immediate Release
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Call For Nominations
The Chamber has begun the nomination process for its Thirteenth Annual Business Excellence Awards. The Business Excellence committee welcomes submission from Chamber members and non-members alike.
This year there are six categories available: Best Business, Business Person of the Year, Community Contribution, Innovation, Service Excellence, as well as, Young Entrepreneur.
The deadline for business profile submissions is Monday, August 30th at 5pm. Nominees need not be Chamber members, however, their business must reside in North Vancouver. Full awards criteria and the nomination form can be viewed at www.nvchamber.ca.
The recipient of a Business Excellence Award will be a business person or business that displays a significant and sustained commitment to positive business development, economic growth and diversity within the community.
The North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce and presenting sponsors will salute excellence in entrepreneurship, longevity, community service, youth, innovation and leadership in business. Business Excellence Awards are presented in partnership with the North Shore Credit Union and the North Shore News and leave a legacy through an annual bursary for a North Vancouver student pursuing business studies at Capilano University.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to promote and encourage an outstanding business or individual in North Vancouver!
For more information contact:
Gail Pickrell
Events Manager, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
Tel: (604) 987-4488 Fax: (604) 987-8272
Events Manager, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
Tel: (604) 987-4488 Fax: (604) 987-8272
events@nvchamber.ca www.nvchamber.ca
For Immediate Release
The North Vancouver Chamber’s Summer Soiree
Celebrates Summer!
Come and celebrate summer with the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce and Digby Leigh and Company on Thursday, July 22nd.
Wear your favorite golf outfit and join us for some fun in
welcoming the new Chamber Board, new Members and Members with anniversary
milestones. The evening will
include appetizers, networking opportunities and some golf inspired fun! Prizes
will be given during the evening with the top prize, a round of golf for two at
the Seymour Golf and Country Club valued at over $150, being awarded to the
person with the best golf-inspired outfit.
The Chamber’s Summer Soiree will be held on Thursday, July
22nd from 5 – 8pm at the Seymour Golf and Country Club located at 3723
Mount Seymour Parkway, North Vancouver.
Event Partner, Digby Leigh and Company has united with the North
Vancouver Chamber of Commerce to produce this event and look forward to a great
evening.
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Cost for the event: Chamber Members $25, Future Chamber
Members $35 (includes appetizers and a cash bar). Online registration is available at the North Vancouver
Chamber website at www.nvchamber.ca or
call the Chamber for more details 604-987-4488.
For more information contact:
Gail Pickrell
Events Manager, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
Tel: (604) 987-4488 Fax: (604) 987-8272
Events Manager, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
Tel: (604) 987-4488 Fax: (604) 987-8272
events@nvchamber.ca www.nvchamber.ca
For Immediate Release
The District of West Vancouver, District of North Vancouver, City of North Vancouver and the two local Chambers of Commerce are partnering with Climate Smart to deliver the pilot program. The Vancouver-based social enterprise is a world leader in providing training, support and online software to help small- and medium-sized enterprises reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
The program will cost only $500 per company thanks to the financial support of local governments. That represents a 66-percent savings on the regular $1,500 rate. Businesses will be selected on a first-come, first-serve basis.
“The City of North Vancouver has made climate action a priority, successfully implementing several significant initiatives, with many more underway. Climate Smart is an ideal fit for the City,” says City of North Vancouver’s Mayor Darrell Mussatto. “The City is proud to partner with Climate Smart as it reaches out to local businesses through important climate change education and tools tailored specifically to this influential sector.”
“North Vancouver District is working on policies and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to create an energy-efficient community as part of our current Official Community Plan process,” says North Vancouver District Mayor Richard Walton. “The Climate Smart initiative will provide an excellent opportunity and incentive for our business community to take part in that process.”
“After the recent successful launch of programs to assist local home owners,” says Acting Mayor and Councillor Michael Evison of the District of West Vancouver, “I am pleased to support businesses which will now have the opportunity to participate in this
pilot program. The combined effect again demonstrates that the three North Shore municipalities continue to lead by example.”
On Thursday, April 8, 2010, businesses are invited to attend an evening reception and program launch with North Shore mayors, councillors and journalists at the Park Royal branch of the North Shore Credit Union from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. The North and West Vancouver Chambers of Commerce and North Shore Credit Union will co-host this “Business After Five - Climate Smart Information and Networking Session” which will
feature wine, appetizers and a presentation on the Climate Smart program. Interested businesses may register for this complimentary event through the Chambers’ websites at www.nvchamber.ca or www.westvanchamber.com.
"This Climate Smart program provides an incredible opportunity for businesses to reduce the impact on the environment and also reduce their costs, and we're pleased to be working with West Vancouver and the WV Chamber to make this a truly North Shore initiative, and benefit the entire community." says North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce President Anne McMullin.
In April, Climate Smart will begin a series of three training sessions for North Shore businesses that will take them through the steps of measuring and reducing their carbon footprints, while cutting their energy and material costs. The training sessions will run each day from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on April 22, June 3 and June 23 at the North Shore Emergency Management Office.
The North Shore initiative is part of a larger partnership with Metro Vancouver and seven of its constituent municipalities to take 120 businesses through the Climate Smart program, which is designed to train key staff and provide businesses with the tools to become competitive in an era of carbon regulation and volatile energy prices. For its part, the local governments will receive GHG data on local business sectors that feeds
directly into their community-wide emissions inventories and reduction targets. Other partners in this regional effort include the City of Vancouver, Township of Langley, Corporation of Delta and City of Surrey.
“The small business sector can be a driving force for innovative action on climate change,” says Climate Smart President Elizabeth Sheehan. "We're excited to team up with the North Shore municipalities and Chambers of Commerce to support enterprises taking leadership on climate change and harness the entrepreneurial spirit of the business community.”
About Climate Smart
Climate Smart is a Vancouver-based social enterprise launched by Ecotrust Canada in 2009. It is the leading provider of carbon tracking tools, training and technical support to small- and medium-sized enterprises. Its online greenhouse gas management tool for SMEs was rated No. 1 in North America by Carbonzero. It was also a finalist for the 2010 GLOBE Award for Excellence in Emerging Technologies.
www.climatesmartbusiness.com
For more information, contact:
Anne McMullin, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce President and General
Manager, phone: (604) 987-4488
Leagh Gabriel, West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, phone:
(604) 926-6614
Connie Rabold, City of North Vancouver Communications Manager, phone: (604) 983-
7383
Jeanine Bratina, District of North Vancouver, Communications Officer, phone: (604) 990-
2459
Stephen Jenkins, District of West Vancouver Manager, Environment & Sustainability,
phone: (604) 925-7192
Elizabeth Sheehan, President of Climate Smart, cell: (778) 858-4680
For more information contact:
events@nvchamber.ca www.nvchamber.ca
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
WANTED FOR LUNCH!
On Wednesday, June 2, 2010 the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce will host a special community BBQ for members of North Vancouver's RCMP detachment and Bylaw Officers. The 26th Annual Take a Police Officer to Lunch will be held at the Stella Jo Dean Plaza just west of the Gerry Brewer RCMP Building, 147 East 14th Street, at 12 noon.
The Chamber invites all business owners and community members to join it in thanking local RCMP for making North Vancouver a safe and livable place.
The cost is $20 for Chamber Members and $25 for Non-Members. Each registration sold will buy lunch for a guest and an officer. This event is brought to you by the North Shore News, ADT, Safeway - 1300 Lonsdale Avenue, Maple Leaf Foods, Lynn Valley Lions Club and Starbucks at 13th & Lonsdale.
Registration for this great community event is available through the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce website at www.nvchamber.ca or by calling the Chamber office at 604-987-4488.
The North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the community by actively supporting business, economic growth and diversification. Supporting Business and
Strengthening
Community since 1906.
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For more
information contact:
events@nvchamber.ca www.nvchamber.ca
Gail Pickrell
Events Manager, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
Tel: (604) 987- 4488 Fax: (604) 987-8272
Tel: (604) 987- 4488 Fax: (604) 987-8272
NEWS RELEASE
North Shore Mayors and Chambers of Commerce seek
innovative local businesses to become Climate Smart
innovative local businesses to become Climate Smart
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, April 1, 2010
VANCOUVER—Mayors and business leaders on the North Shore are launching an initiative that will provide support to local businesses to improve their financial bottom line by cutting their greenhouse gas emissions. Up to twenty businesses will be the first to participate in the pilot program that seeks to cultivate business leadership and innovation around climate change.
VANCOUVER—Mayors and business leaders on the North Shore are launching an initiative that will provide support to local businesses to improve their financial bottom line by cutting their greenhouse gas emissions. Up to twenty businesses will be the first to participate in the pilot program that seeks to cultivate business leadership and innovation around climate change.
The District of West Vancouver, District of North Vancouver, City of North Vancouver and the two local Chambers of Commerce are partnering with Climate Smart to deliver the pilot program. The Vancouver-based social enterprise is a world leader in providing training, support and online software to help small- and medium-sized enterprises reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
The program will cost only $500 per company thanks to the financial support of local governments. That represents a 66-percent savings on the regular $1,500 rate. Businesses will be selected on a first-come, first-serve basis.
“The City of North Vancouver has made climate action a priority, successfully implementing several significant initiatives, with many more underway. Climate Smart is an ideal fit for the City,” says City of North Vancouver’s Mayor Darrell Mussatto. “The City is proud to partner with Climate Smart as it reaches out to local businesses through important climate change education and tools tailored specifically to this influential sector.”
“North Vancouver District is working on policies and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to create an energy-efficient community as part of our current Official Community Plan process,” says North Vancouver District Mayor Richard Walton. “The Climate Smart initiative will provide an excellent opportunity and incentive for our business community to take part in that process.”
“After the recent successful launch of programs to assist local home owners,” says Acting Mayor and Councillor Michael Evison of the District of West Vancouver, “I am pleased to support businesses which will now have the opportunity to participate in this
pilot program. The combined effect again demonstrates that the three North Shore municipalities continue to lead by example.”
On Thursday, April 8, 2010, businesses are invited to attend an evening reception and program launch with North Shore mayors, councillors and journalists at the Park Royal branch of the North Shore Credit Union from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. The North and West Vancouver Chambers of Commerce and North Shore Credit Union will co-host this “Business After Five - Climate Smart Information and Networking Session” which will
feature wine, appetizers and a presentation on the Climate Smart program. Interested businesses may register for this complimentary event through the Chambers’ websites at www.nvchamber.ca or www.westvanchamber.com.
"This Climate Smart program provides an incredible opportunity for businesses to reduce the impact on the environment and also reduce their costs, and we're pleased to be working with West Vancouver and the WV Chamber to make this a truly North Shore initiative, and benefit the entire community." says North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce President Anne McMullin.
In April, Climate Smart will begin a series of three training sessions for North Shore businesses that will take them through the steps of measuring and reducing their carbon footprints, while cutting their energy and material costs. The training sessions will run each day from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on April 22, June 3 and June 23 at the North Shore Emergency Management Office.
The North Shore initiative is part of a larger partnership with Metro Vancouver and seven of its constituent municipalities to take 120 businesses through the Climate Smart program, which is designed to train key staff and provide businesses with the tools to become competitive in an era of carbon regulation and volatile energy prices. For its part, the local governments will receive GHG data on local business sectors that feeds
directly into their community-wide emissions inventories and reduction targets. Other partners in this regional effort include the City of Vancouver, Township of Langley, Corporation of Delta and City of Surrey.
To date, Climate Smart has helped more than 100 companies and organizations track over 75,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent (equal to the annual emissions of almost 15,000 passenger vehicles) using its online GHG management tool. Another 53 companies are currently in the process of setting their GHG emissions baselines.
“The small business sector can be a driving force for innovative action on climate change,” says Climate Smart President Elizabeth Sheehan. "We're excited to team up with the North Shore municipalities and Chambers of Commerce to support enterprises taking leadership on climate change and harness the entrepreneurial spirit of the business community.”
About Climate Smart
Climate Smart is a Vancouver-based social enterprise launched by Ecotrust Canada in 2009. It is the leading provider of carbon tracking tools, training and technical support to small- and medium-sized enterprises. Its online greenhouse gas management tool for SMEs was rated No. 1 in North America by Carbonzero. It was also a finalist for the 2010 GLOBE Award for Excellence in Emerging Technologies.
www.climatesmartbusiness.com
For more information, contact:
Anne McMullin, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce President and General
Manager, phone: (604) 987-4488
Leagh Gabriel, West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, phone:
(604) 926-6614
Connie Rabold, City of North Vancouver Communications Manager, phone: (604) 983-
7383
Jeanine Bratina, District of North Vancouver, Communications Officer, phone: (604) 990-
2459
Stephen Jenkins, District of West Vancouver Manager, Environment & Sustainability,
phone: (604) 925-7192
Elizabeth Sheehan, President of Climate Smart, cell: (778) 858-4680
For Immediate Release
Monday, March 1, 2010
New Business is the Name of the Game
With this year’s theme “Live, Play, Shop, Work all in your
own back yard,” on Wednesday, March 31st, the North Shore residents and
entrepreneurs will discover what their community has to offer at the 2010 North
Shore Business Tradeshow.
With over 2,000 attendees at last year’s event, this year,
the trade show is expected to hit record-breaking numbers. Eighty booths will be on display in the
main areas of Capilano Mall.
“It’s about keeping and growing North Vancouver businesses
in North Vancouver,” said Anne McMullin, Chamber President. “Many people are unaware of the
diversity of products and services offered on the North Shore, and may go
outside of the community to shop and conduct business. “The whole purpose of this event is to
showcase the diversity and excellent services offered on the North Shore,” said
McMullin.
The North Vancouver Chamber is also proud to partner with
sponsors The North Shore News, Capilano Mall, TD Canada Trust, Natural-Plus
Pet Supplies and CIBC Capilano Square Banking Centre to host this event.
The North Shore Business Tradeshow, designed as a networking
opportunity for North Shore business owners – art galleries and educators to
health care professionals and manufacturers - will be held on Wednesday, March
31, 2010 from 12noon to 6pm.
Beginning at 12noon on March 31st. No Charge to Attend.
Call the Chamber for more details 604-987-4488.
The North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, with more than 700
member businesses, has been supporting business and strengthening community
since 1906.
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Gail Pickrell
Events Manager, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
Tel: (604) 987- 4488 Fax: (604) 987-8272
Tel: (604) 987- 4488 Fax: (604) 987-8272
'Buy American' agreement is a positive step forward
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Ottawa, February 5, 2010: The
BC Chamber of Commerce commends the governments of Canada and the
United States on reaching a productive and forward-looking agreement on
Buy American provisions.
"This
represents an important step towards continued engagement with our
largest trading partner," said John Winter, President and CEO of the BC
Chamber of Commerce.
The
agreement puts Canadian and BC companies in a better position to
benefit from remaining U.S. infrastructure stimulus funding, and
establishes a mechanism for negotiating further access to U.S. markets.
"While
more work needs to be done to counter protectionism in the United
States, this agreement places us in a stronger position than our
competitors to receive U.S. stimulus funding," added Mr. Winter. "This
is also the result of greater co-operation between provinces,
territories and the federal government - a long-awaited, but very
welcome accomplishment. The depth of the joint
federal-provincial offer, and the speed at which it was put forth, is
an important precedent which puts us in a good position for negotiating
future agreements."
"We
must continue to work with the United States to strengthen our ties and
to develop solutions that are beneficial to both parties," concluded
Winter.
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For further details contact;
John Winter
President and CEO, BC Chamber of Commerce
W 604 638 8113
C 604.376.3577
E jwinter@bcchamber.org For Immediate Release
January 12, 2010
North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce reacts to Provincial Government's decision to not fund the National Maritime Centre
The
North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is very disappointed to learn that
the Provincial Government is unable to provide the City of North
Vancouver with the funding necessary to develop the National Maritime
Centre for the Pacific and the Arctic. The City was informed by
Minister of Tourism and the Arts, Mr. Kevin Krueger in a letter dated
January 11, 2010.
"We
are disheartened with this decision. We believe the National Maritime
Centre would be a place to foster economic growth, training and a
better understanding of BC's role in Maritime history," said
Christopher Doll, Chair of the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce.
"The Port of Vancouver is Canada's largest and busiest port and is
vital to the economy and our community. It is crucial the West Coast
have a venue that acknowledges and celebrates our maritime history and
opportunities," added Doll.
The
North Vancouver Chamber also believes such a centre would open up
public access to the waterfront, provide open space for recreation and
celebration, and create environmentally and economically sustainable
job opportunities. It was designed to be a national landmark that
would have drawn tourism, retail, and other business opportunities.
In
2008, the Province of BC contributed $9 million in start up funds to
the City of North Vancouver for the National Maritime Centre, and had
announced in its throne speeches of 2008 and 2009 that it would
contribute further funds subject to federal matching dollars. However,
the Province wrote that under the current economic conditions, it is
unable provide further funding. Funding for the project was to be a
three-way partnership of local, provincial and federal resources, as
well as private sector funding. The Federal government had made a
commitment to the project pending a matching investment from the
Province.
The
City of North Vancouver said in a press release today that while
disappointed with the announcement from the Province, it will spend the
next few weeks reviewing options and next steps. The North Vancouver
Chamber of Commerce will continue to support the development of the
site for economic growth and looks forward to working with the City of
North Vancouver on the next steps.
For more information, please contact:
Anne McMullin
President, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
604-987-4488
For Immediate Release
January 7, 2010
Join the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce for lunch as we host the 3rd Annual Conversation with the Mayors Luncheon at Cheers Restaurant on Tuesday, January 19, 2010.
The event features a lively discussion about current issues facing our business community and is designed to create an informal atmosphere to discuss important topics with our elected leaders. A short General Meeting will also be held during this event.
Attendees will have the chance to win two Olympic Winter Games tickets to the Curling, Men's Gold Medal Game at Vancouver Olympic Centre on Saturday, February 27th - valued at $250.00.
11:30am to 2pm Cheers Restaurant 125 East 2nd Street (2nd Floor Banquet Room)
Parking - on street and behind Cheers
Members $35; Future Members $50
Registration available through the North Vancouver Chamber website at nvchamber.ca.
For more information, please contact:
Gail Pickrell
Event Manager, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
604-987-4488
events@nvchamber.ca
January 7, 2010
Mayor Mussatto and Mayor Walton join N. Vancouver Chamber for a Conversation
Join the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce for lunch as we host the 3rd Annual Conversation with the Mayors Luncheon at Cheers Restaurant on Tuesday, January 19, 2010.
The event features a lively discussion about current issues facing our business community and is designed to create an informal atmosphere to discuss important topics with our elected leaders. A short General Meeting will also be held during this event.
Attendees will have the chance to win two Olympic Winter Games tickets to the Curling, Men's Gold Medal Game at Vancouver Olympic Centre on Saturday, February 27th - valued at $250.00.
11:30am to 2pm Cheers Restaurant 125 East 2nd Street (2nd Floor Banquet Room)
Parking - on street and behind Cheers
Members $35; Future Members $50
Registration available through the North Vancouver Chamber website at nvchamber.ca.
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For more information, please contact:
Gail Pickrell
Event Manager, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
604-987-4488
events@nvchamber.ca
For Immediate Release
October 2, 2009
October 2, 2009
New President for North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce!
The Board of Director’s of the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Anne McMullin as its new President and General Manager, effective September 30th, 2009. Anne comes to the Chamber from Port Metro Vancouver where she was Director, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs.
Anne is an experienced business leader in marketing, public relations, corporate communications and government affairs and an award winning communications professional, She brings to the Chamber a strong business focus and an extensive business and political network. Anne is also a lifetime North Shore resident and an active community volunteer.
The Chamber is delighted to have someone of Anne’s caliber at the helm.
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For more information, please contact:
Christopher Doll
Chair, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
604-980-8571
cdoll@northshorelaw.com
September 3, 2009
Calling All Business Leaders!
The North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce is pleased to be hosting the 12th Annual Business Excellence Awards on October 29, 2009.
Don your formal or business attire and join us with for a Masquerade on Thursday, October 29th Unveiling the Faces of Excellence! Business leaders, local government and media will come together to celebrate Business Excellence in North Vancouver. The Awards publicly recognize successful North Vancouver companies and people with recognized standards and passion for excellence. The Awards also promote the advancement of responsible business leadership and harmony within our community.
Previous recipients of this prestigious North Shore event are positive role models for business; they show vision, have the courage to take risks and are a catalyst for change. Award winners demonstrate their leadership skills within the business community or the community at large. Over the past 12 years, over 320 prominent North Vancouver organizations have received recognition through the Business Excellence Awards.
This year’s award categories include:
• Best Business
• Best Employer
• Business Person of the Year
• Young Entrepreneur
• Sustainability
• Arts & Culture
• Service Excellence
• Community Contribution
• Innovation
• Tourism
We are pleased to announce that our Master of Ceremonies for the awards will be Jackson Davies, internationally acclaimed actor, writer and man of many faces. One highlight of the gala evening will be the screening of wonderful short films on each of the Award finalists created by the Capilano University’s School of Motion Picture students. To acknowledge and thank the students for their contributions, three bursary awards will be given out after the business awards to the top students for first, second and third place best short film.
The North Shore’s premier event will be held at the historic Fairmont Vancouver Hotel. The awards sold out far in advance of the event in 2008, and are sure to be a big hit again this year. Ticket prices are $125 per person or $1195 for a table of 10.
Tickets will be available September 10th at www.nvchamber.ca, remember to get yours before they are gone – this Masquerade evening Unveiling the Faces of Excellence will be one to remember!
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For more information, please contact:
Gail Pickrell
Event Manager, North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
604-987-4488
events@nvchamber.ca
For Immediate Release
Thursday, August 6, 2009
North Vancouver Chamber Applauds Federal And Provincial Government Support For New Film School At Capilano University
The Federal and Provincial
Governments recognized the value of maintaining a vibrant film school at
Capilano University with their commitment to provide a total of $30.2 million
in funding to construct a new film centre.
Mike Watson, co-chair of the Chamber
sponsored Economic Summit held in January 2009,, applauded the
announcement. “Back in January, business
and community leaders from across the North Shore came together to identify
three North Shore based infrastructure projects that they believed government
should be supporting. They evaluated
projects based on which would provide the most significant long term economic
benefit. We are delighted that, with
this announcement, the Federal and Provincial Governments have committed to all
three projects that were identified.”
“Delegates at the BC Chamber of
Commerce held in Prince Rupert in May 2009 unanimously supported a policy
resolution advocating support for the expansion of educational opportunities in
film in British Columbia”, said Stephen Joyce, Past Chair of the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce. “this announcement is good news for all of
British Columbia”.
A number of individuals were a part
of this funding success and Dr, Greg Lee, Capliano University President and
Vice-Chancellor in particular recognized North Vancouver MP Andrew Saxton and
our region's MLA's Jane Thornthwaite, Naomi Yamamoto, Ralph Sultan and Joan
McIntyre for their efforts.
"Capilano University has been a
major player in providing the education and training necessary to build British
Columbia's thriving film industry", said Peter Leitch, President of North
shore and Mammoth Studios. "The film centre will be a cornerstone for
young talented filmmakers to learn and maintain B.C.'s position as a leader in
this industry".
For further information contact:
604-987-4488 President North Vancouver Chamber
of Commerce
For Immediate Release
Monday, July 6, 2009
Monday, July 6, 2009
The N. Vancouver Chamber’s Summer Soiree Goes Caribbean!
Come and celebrate summer with the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce and the Trinidad and Tobago Cultural Society on Wednesday, July 22nd.
Wear your sunglasses, dig out your colorful prints and join us for some fun in welcoming the new Chamber Board, new Members, Membership Milestones and kicking off the Caribbean Days Festival. The evening will include appetizers, drinks, sights and sounds of the Caribbean, networking opportunities and just a whole lot of fun!
The Chamber’s Summer Soiree will be held on Wednesday, July 22nd from 5 – 8pm at the Tantra Waterfront Lounge located at123 Carrie Cates Court (on the 2nd floor, above the Lonsdale Quay Market).
The purpose of this event is for the business community to join with the local community in celebrating a great North Shore community event - the Caribbean Days Festival “a weekend of Island heaven!” that attracts more than 60,000 people over two days on July 26th and 27th. The Caribbean Days Festival was created to raise awareness of BC’s multicultural community and provides live music and dance performances, arts and crafts, food and an ever-growing parade.
Event Partners Trinidad & Tobago Cultural Society, the Lonsdale Quay Market and Vancouver's North Shore Tourism Association, have united with the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce to produce this event and look forward to a great evening.
Cost for the event: Chamber Members $20, Future Chamber Members $25 (includes one drink and appetizers). Online registration is available at the North Vancouver Chamber website at www.nvchamber.ca or call the Chamber for more details 604-987-4488. With over 120 attendees at last year’s event, this year we are expecting the event to sell out. Register online early to avoid disappointment.
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For more information contact:
Gail Pickrell
Gail Pickrell
Event Manager
North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
Tel: (604) 987-4488 Fax: (604) 987-8272
events@nvchamber.ca www.nvchamber.ca
Tel: (604) 987-4488 Fax: (604) 987-8272
events@nvchamber.ca www.nvchamber.ca
North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce represents 800
businesses in North Vancouver. For over 100 years, the Chamber has been
an active supporter of and participant in the local, provincial, and
national business communities.
For Immediate Release
April 6, 2009
N. Vancouver Chamber Luncheon with Capilano University Chancellor
On Tuesday, April 21st, the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon and presentation by Peter Ufford, the inaugural chancellor for the newly designated Capilano University.
Capilano University and Concord Security have united with the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce to present this informative luncheon event from 11:30am to 2:00pm at the Holiday Inn located at 700 Old Lillooet Road, North Vancouver.
Capilano University provides North Shore students with more choices closer to home. As chancellor, Mr. Ufford is responsible for conferring degrees and sitting on the school’s board of governors as well as its senate.
Mr. Ufford has had a distinguished career serving the academic community including extensive work at the University of British Columbia. He has won a number of prestigious awards and has held a variety of leadership roles. Mr. Ufford will discuss post-secondary education in BC, the role of the new universities and focus on Capilano’s role in the system. Join us for a presentation that is sure to be enlightening.
Pre-registration is mandatory for this event and available online at the North Vancouver Chamber website: www.nvchamber.ca or by calling the Chamber at 604-987-4488.
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For more information contact:
Gail Pickrell
Gail Pickrell
Event Manager
North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
604-987-4488 events@nvchamber.ca www.nvchamber.ca
604-987-4488 events@nvchamber.ca www.nvchamber.ca
North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce represents 800
businesses in North Vancouver. For over 100 years, the Chamber has been
an active supporter of and participant in the local, provincial, and
national business communities.
For Immediate Release
March 27, 2009
The North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce applauds the partnership between the governments of Canada and the Province of BC, Port Metro Vancouver, Translink, our local municipalities, and the private sector for the commitment to invest $225 million in five infrastructure improvement projects on the North Shore. These projects will enhance rail and port operations and accommodate growth in rail and road traffic while contributing to quality of life and environmental benefits.
The five infrastructure projects include:
The North Shore Economic Summit was organized by the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce in January of this year in response to Premier Gordon Campbell’s announcement of 10 measures to improve the province’s economic competitiveness and reduce costs for families and business during the anticipated global economic downturn.
“The North Shore Economic Summit was our response to the Premier’s call for action”, said Mike Watson, co-chair of the Summit. “This is a great example where the North Shore community came together and with one voice presented infrastructure projects to senior levels of government with a recommendation for financial support,” added Watson.
The worldwide financial decline has lead to a deterioration of the Canadian economy felt in many sectors of our North Shore community. “Senior levels of government and the private sector have sought to mitigate this negative impact by investing in projects that will set the North Shore up to be very competitive post recession” stated Naomi Yamamoto, President of the North Vancouver Chamber. “The business communities of North and West Vancouver applaud these initiatives,” she added.
“Special thanks to our North Shore MLAs Katherine Whittred, Joan McIntyre, Ralph Sultan and Daniel Jarvis who never lost sight of the opportunities of our North Shore ports. They worked with senior levels of government to bring these recommendations to reality,” said Wayne Hunter, North Shore Economic Summit co-chair.
$225 Million invested in five infrastructure projects on the North Shore
The North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce applauds the partnership between the governments of Canada and the Province of BC, Port Metro Vancouver, Translink, our local municipalities, and the private sector for the commitment to invest $225 million in five infrastructure improvement projects on the North Shore. These projects will enhance rail and port operations and accommodate growth in rail and road traffic while contributing to quality of life and environmental benefits.
The five infrastructure projects include:
- Brooksbank Avenue Underpass (approx. $25.5 million)
- Neptune/Cargill Grade Separation (approx. $48.3 million)
- Low Level Road Re-Alignment (approx. $59.2 million)
- Pemberton Avenue Grade Separation (approx. $42.7 million)
- Western Lower Level Route Extension to Marine Drive ($50 million committed, approx. $86.8 million project cost)
The North Shore Economic Summit was organized by the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce in January of this year in response to Premier Gordon Campbell’s announcement of 10 measures to improve the province’s economic competitiveness and reduce costs for families and business during the anticipated global economic downturn.
“The North Shore Economic Summit was our response to the Premier’s call for action”, said Mike Watson, co-chair of the Summit. “This is a great example where the North Shore community came together and with one voice presented infrastructure projects to senior levels of government with a recommendation for financial support,” added Watson.
The worldwide financial decline has lead to a deterioration of the Canadian economy felt in many sectors of our North Shore community. “Senior levels of government and the private sector have sought to mitigate this negative impact by investing in projects that will set the North Shore up to be very competitive post recession” stated Naomi Yamamoto, President of the North Vancouver Chamber. “The business communities of North and West Vancouver applaud these initiatives,” she added.
“Special thanks to our North Shore MLAs Katherine Whittred, Joan McIntyre, Ralph Sultan and Daniel Jarvis who never lost sight of the opportunities of our North Shore ports. They worked with senior levels of government to bring these recommendations to reality,” said Wayne Hunter, North Shore Economic Summit co-chair.
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For further information contact:
Naomi Yamamoto: 604-987-4488
Naomi Yamamoto: 604-987-4488
President North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce
North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce represents 800 businesses in North Vancouver. For over 100 years, the Chamber has been an active supporter of and participant in the local, provincial, and national business communities.
North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce represents 800 businesses in North Vancouver. For over 100 years, the Chamber has been an active supporter of and participant in the local, provincial, and national business communities.
For Immediate Release
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
North Shore Leaders Align To Support Projects To Jumpstart Our Economy And Put People Back To Work
The worldwide
financial decline has lead to a deterioration of the Canadian economy felt in
many sectors of our
Guided by a process led
by the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce this group of senior executives from
the business sector, together with leaders from education, health care and
First Nations from across the North Shore had one ultimate purpose;“To identify
three North Shore based infrastructure projects that could be presented to
senior levels of government with a recommendation for financial support”
“The group
undertook a rigorous process that opened with a situation analysis of the
economic downturn on their respective businesses,” stated Mike Watson, Summit Co-Chair
and Chair of the North Shore Business Council. “They established criteria
against which several infrastructure projects were evaluated, from which the
top three were selected,” he continued. Prior public input and advise from
The group
concluded that the following three projects would provide the region and the
province with the greatest long-term benefits.
- Expand rail accessibility from the
- Upgrade the Low level Road access linking North
and
- Invest in a new Film Centre at
“Although we
believe these projects will have the most significant long-term economic
benefits, there were also substantial social and economic benefits identified
within the other proposals,” said Naomi Yamamoto, President of the North
Vancouver Chamber. “This process should in no way detract from the merits of
the other projects considered,” she added.
In October
2008, Premier Gordon Campbell outlined 10 measures to improve the province’s
economic competitiveness and reduce costs for families and business during
anticipated tough times throughout 2009. Accelerating public investments in
capital infrastructure was one of the key actions announced and the North Shore
Economic Summit was a response to the Premier's call for action.
The North
Shore Credit Union hosted the
“We’re now
calling on our MLAs and MPs to work with senior levels of government to bring
these recommendations to reality,” said Wayne Hunter,
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