Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce

Leadership through community services

History

65 years155 businesses8 key portfoliosEconomic developmentCommunity-focussedCommunity enriching events

Board of Directors

Sean Dyble (120 West Consulting)

Terry Cristall (Architecture)

Michael Nyikes (Fancy Shack)

Kerry Cavers (KK Mortgages)

Travis Butler (Butler Bros)

Joanne Walsh (RBC)

Karen Mason (Financial)

Frederique Philip (Sooke Harbour House)

Emily Drown (Stevenson Luchies and Legh)

Newcomers Club

New in 201470 club members$16,000,000 investedVolunteerismLearn about SookeGuest speakers

Thursday, March 5, 5 pm to 7 pmRoyal Canadian Legion Branch 54

Guest Speaker:  RCMP Staff Sergeant Jeff McArthur

Resident Relocation

Relocation packageCommunity resourcesBusinessesClubs, groups, schools

Attend newcomers clubAnswer enquiries

District of Sooke

Relocation Package  

August 2014 Edition

Town Centre Design Guidelines

Chamber initiativeOver a year in the makingDowntown improvementsAdopted by District June 2014A more liveable downtownMuch more can be done

Better Buy Sooke

Shop local programmeCode of Ethical Business PracticesPrideLook in Sooke firstA priority in 2015Advertising campaign

Events

Business Excellence Awards GalaCommunity voting

Recognizes success in SookeGolf TournamentSanta Claus ParadeChamber sponsorship

Adult Education

Currently limited opportunities in Sooke Partnerships:

Royal Roads UniversitySooke Public LibrarySEAPARCOther education resources

Deliver adult education locally Business improvement courses

Economic Development

Help existing businesses succeed Encourage new businesses Facilitate discussion with government Job creation Community involvement Partnerships

The Future

Expand economic development activities Continue downtown improvements Promote Better Buy Sooke Establish local adult education Encourage relocation investment Encourage business investment