CAMPBELL RIVER – Business is the backbone of our economy and a driving force towards creating jobs and opportunities in Campbell River. October is Small Business Month in BC, a month dedicated to recognizing entrepreneurs and celebrating all that business contributes. Following the Chamber’s Business Awards of Distinction event that recognized those businesses, organizations and individuals who are shaping Campbell River, we now look forward to taking new action to represent the collective voice of our members and business community.
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The Business Leaders Luncheon in October will be the final event this year in a series presented by the Chamber in partnership with MNP. The series provided an engaging glimpse into the success and challenges of business leaders across BC who are driving change through innovative ideas and inspired leadership.
Guests attending the Business Leaders luncheon in October’s will hear from the father and son who created the Berwick concept and what it took to achieve their success and the challenges and opportunities they encountered along the way.
Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased online at www.campbellriverchamber.
Gordon Denford has been building homes in Western Canada for over 50 years. In the mid 1980’s, Mr. Denford wanted to create a residence that was specifically designed for seniors, something that exceeded the standards of the day. It had to incorporate state-of-the-art communication systems within a purpose-built building. It also had to offer a full range of exceptional amenities and services within a caring community setting. His experience, research and discussion with seniors groups and leading local consultants, ultimately led to the creation of Berwick House Victoria in 1989. With the success of that first venture, he continued to raise the bar with five additional resort-style retirement communities, each individually unique and built specifically for their location.
Christopher Denford works with Berwick’s architectural team in the design of each retirement community. Mr. Denford has over 20 years of residential development experience, extensive knowledge of seniors’ housing requirements and a keen eye for aesthetic details. This combination of skills enables him to assist in the design and development of award-winning independent living residences that, as he says, “he would be happy to live in himself”.
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On October 19th, Canadians will go to the polls to elect a new federal government. Now, more than ever, Canada needs a strong business community, and our elected officials need to hear from businesses large and small.
Today, we are inviting our members to submit a potential question for the candidates. This is a great opportunity for our future M.P. to hear from our business leaders and citizens on the issues that matter to a strong and vibrant community. The Campbell River Chamber of Commerce is a non-partisan organization. We do not endorse candidates. Take the time to make an informed decision – make your vote count. All questions from the Chamber and Mirror will be considered as we develop the final questions for the forum. Go to www.campbellriverchamber.ca and follow the links to submit your question(s) online.
Don’t miss this opportunity to ask your important questions before the polls open.
What a success! The nominees have been honored, the awards presented, and the guests have now enjoyed the 2015 Campbell River Chamber Business Awards of Distinction, an event that received rave reviews from our nominees, award recipients, sponsors and guests alike.
On behalf of the Campbell River Chamber Board of Directors and Staff, we want to extend a heart-felt thank you everyone who contributed to making this event so successful.
2015 Award Recipients: Bikram Yoga Campbell River received the 2015 Business of the Year (1-5 employees) Award; FYidoctors – Campbell River received the 2015 Business of the Year (6-25 employees) Award; Ocean Pacific Marine Store & Boatyard received the 2015 Business of the Year (26-49 employees) Award;
Grieg Seafood BC Ltd. received the 2015 Business of the Year (50 employees or more) Award; North Island Employment Foundations Society received the 2015 Diversity Leadership Award; Fresh Dental received the 2015 Excellence in Workforce Development (1-50 employees) Award; McDonald’s Restaurants of Campbell River received the 2015 Excellence in Workforce Development (over 50 employees) Award; Quay West Kitchen & Catering Ltd. received the 2015 Community Spirit Award; Campbell River Volunteer Society received the 2015 Not For Profit of the Year Award; She Works She Plays Active Wear Inc. and Signature Oil & Vinegar both received the 2015 New Business of the Year Award;
Jennifer Lestage of CR Animal Parties received the 2015 Young Professional Award; ASAP Geomatix received the 2015 Innovation & Technology Award; York Portable Machine Tools received the 2015 International Export Award; Skyline Productions Confidential Paper Shredding/File Safe (Campbell River and District Association for Community Living) received the 2015 Social Enterprise Award and Kermit Dahl of Associated Tire & Auto received the 2015 Board of Governors Award.
In addition to the awards presentation, highlights of the evening included the delicious appetizers and desserts, the live auction and draws and the entertaining commentary from emcee, Ian Roberts. The Chamber would like to express a sincere thank you to Campbell River Kitchen Depot, Daves Bakery, Fusilli Grill, Grieg Seafood, Quay West Kitchen & Catering, Royal Coachman, SoCal and Tim Hortons as the featured chef and dessert stations.
“On behalf of the Chamber, we want to express our appreciation for the outstanding community support we receive for this event. Thank you to the many sponsors and talented volunteers who helped make the 2015 Business Awards of Distinction a success,” comments Colleen Evans, President & CEO of the Campbell River Chamber.
– Colleen Evans is CEO of the Campbell River Chamber of Commerce. She can be reached at colleen.evans@campbellriverchamber.ca.