JULIE LAWLOR
WESTSHORE – October is Small Business Month, and here at the WestShore Chamber we are celebrating in a variety of ways.
A new initiative we’re trying out is using Instagram Reels (a.k.a. videos) to highlight a selection of our members throughout the month. In August, WestShore Chamber members had a chance to sign up on a first-come, first-served basis to be part of the pilot. We’ll be releasing approximately two per week, and you can check out this and all our Instagram content at www.instagram.com/westshorechamber/
Another way we are supporting small business this month is by taking part in consultation with the provincial government. Led by the BC Chamber, the WestShore Chamber will be joining chamber colleagues and provincial staff in virtual meetings to discuss policy passed in May and advocate on behalf of business. We first started this process in 2019 through in-person regional meetings, but 2020’s didn’t go ahead due to the combination of the pandemic and the election. It will be good to get back around the table in 2021, even if that table is still virtual.
Last but not least, we celebrate small business in October through the announcement of the winners and finalists in the Best of the WestShore Awards. As per last year we will be announcing the results online, and for 2021 this is taking place on the evenings of October 25th and 26th. Attendance is free with the option to donate to charity, and everyone is welcome to attend. You can find out more under the “Events” section of our website at westshore.bc.ca
The WestShore Chamber has many small businesses in its membership, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support of this small non-profit organization. Times are still tough for many, and it is because of our members that we can promote and support in turn small businesses in our community. Thank you! We are always happy to help, and you can give us a call on (250) 478-1130.
Julie Lawlor is Executive Director at the WestShore Chamber of Commerce.
