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The Black Tie Awards & Auction are
Sat.Apr. 5 at Brentwood College School
Congratulations to the Black Tie Finalists & Nominees of 2014
See the 3 Finalists in each category here.
See the Nominees Names here.
Black Tie Awards Sponsors for 2014 ...
Thanks to these Gold Sponsors for Black Tie 2014
Black Tie Table
Sponsors!
Imagine That! Artisans'
Designs - Art in Business
Finalist!
Glen Naylor Financial Group
RBC
Queen Margaret's School
Maple Bay Marina
Outlooks Menswear - stage
sponsor!
Suelle Stewart Creative
Social Media is Simple
Just Jakes & Craig Street
Brew Pub
Mr. Mikes Steakhouse
Drillwell
Malahat Nation
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No eNews April 4
The eNews is taking a break next Friday while staff put the finishing touches on
the arrangements for a fabulous Black Tie Awards & Auction on April 5.
2014 BLACK TIE AWARDS AND AUCTION - April 5
Wait Listing Black Tie Tickets
While Black Tickets are fully reserved, we encourage you to go on the waitlist.
Experience shows that tickets often come available in the last week before the
Awards. Contact the Chamber office for your tickets.
E: [email protected] T: 250.748.1111
Silent Auction - Pick Up's & Deliveries
We've got tables of wonderful items for the Silent Auction on Awards night.
Thank you! And there are still many commitments yet to come in. It's just a week
until the Awards - if you decided to contribute to the Silent Auction, be sure to
make arrangements to deliver your item to the Visitor Centre. Or contact us, and
we'll make arrangement to pick it up.
With thanks,
Kirsty Grant
Silent Auction & Visitor Services Coordinator
E: [email protected] T: 250.746.4636
Sponsor a Table - only $175 - Great Exposure!
Our most popular sponsorship offering. Your business card is attached to a take-
way gift at eight place-settings on a table. Your company is listed in the program
and included in an appreciation ad in both local papers. Table Sponsors are tweeted
as they come on board, and posted to Facebook. Table sponsorships make an
elegant client gift to open doors and solidify relationships.
Gold and Table Sponsorship details
Contact Sonja at [email protected] to confirm your table sponsorship
Participate in our Relocation Package for only $25 a year! Did you know that we mail or email or hand out - over 200 Relocation Packages
every year? These are filled with all sorts of info like schools, realtors, doctors,
accommodations, mortgage brokers, lawyers, etc - specific to families and
individuals who are considering moving here or have just arrived to the
community. Here is one of our many responses to our Relocation Package, "Hi
Kirsty. I just wanted to thank you for the thorough information you've sent to me -
it was great and really assisted us. We did finally come to the area for a few
days, bought a home, and now we're moving to Mill Bay the first week of May! A
Duncan real estate agent, XXXXXXX was very helpful and welcoming to us. Thanks
again! ERIC"
If you would like your business represented in our Relocation Package for only $25
a year, please contact Kirsty at 250-746-4636 or [email protected]
Earth Hour - TOMORROW Mar. 29 from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Earth Hour is an annual global event hosted by the World
Wildlife Fund and supported by BC Hydro where everyone is
encouraged to turn off their lights and other unnecessary
electronics and appliances to conserve as much power as
possible. By reducing electrical consumption you are also
supporting climate change reduction efforts. Join the
hundreds of millions of people around the world to support a
future where climate change is no longer a threat.
Learn all about Earth Hour here.
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Travelodge Duncan Hosts Chamber Mixer - June 5, 5:30 pm
Sheila LeClerc at Travelodge just confirmed today that members are invited to a
Mixer at Travelodge Duncan on June 5, 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Come by and sample their
delicious appys and enjoy local wine tastings. There will be facilities' tour to
discover which Travelodge facilities are perfect for your next event or as a place
for your out of town guests.
RSVP to: [email protected] T: 250.748.1111
News from the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre
This Weekend ...
Flagship Ford Grand Opening New Location - Mar. 25 - 31
You are invited to come celebrate the grand opening of Flagship Ford's brand new
dealership. Enter every day for daily giveaways on our website. Come by for
refreshments and unbelievable savings daily during our Grand Opening - all
weekend & Monday!
Flagship Ford Grand Opening
at our NEW Location - 6456 Norcross Rd.
T: 250.748.5555 888.794.0559
Final Public Meeting University Village Area Plan
A committed Stakeholder Advisory Group has been working with North Cowichan
and the public to create Proposed Plans for both University Village and the Trans
Canada Highway Corridor. The final draft concept for the Plans and Trans Canada
Highway Corridor Management Plan will be presented to the public on April 14,
2014 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at a drop in open house at the Alexander School
Gymnasium. This final draft incorporates feedback gathered during a series of
Open Houses, and via the website. Please come and share your thoughts on the
final draft concept, see how the process evolved and how comments have been
incorporated and addressed. The plans and complete background, including public
commentary is available here.
Public Open House - University Village & Trans Canada Corridor Mgmnt. Plans
Mon. Apr. 14, 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Alexander Elementary School Gymnasium
2471 Beverly St.
For questions/information about the process/plan contact
Brigid Reynolds, North Cowichan E: [email protected] T: 250.746.3156
Michelle Geneau, City of Duncan E: [email protected] T: 250.746.6126
QMS Bourbon Street Bash: A Night in New Orleans - May 10, 2014
Tickets are now on sale for one of Cowichan's most anticipated fundraisers of the
spring. Queen Margaret's School invites guests to enjoy the sights, sounds and
tastes of New Orleans. With emcee Jim Jackson of SunFM kicking off the party,
guests will enjoy a silent and live auction, a southern style dinner and dessert
menu, as well as the west coast Cajun zydeco music of Bijoux de Bayou. Contact
QMS Reception to purchase your tickets for only $30 each.
QMS Bourbon St. Bash: A Night in New Orleans
May 10 at Queen Margaret's School
660 Brownsey St.
Contact QMS for tickets: E [email protected] or T 250-746-4185.
This event sold out quickly last year. Don't miss out on the fun!
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This Just In ...
New Spring Courses at VIU!
Navigating Board Membership: Recruit Great Board Members ~ NEW
Thu, Apr 3; 6-9pm
Native Drum Making Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Refresher ~ NEW
Sat, Apr 5; 12-4pm Sat, Apr 5; 9am-1pm
Human Anatomy & Physiology For Practical Nurses ~ NEW
Mon & Thu, Apr 7-Jul 7; 6:30-8:30pm
MS Excel: Spreadsheets and Charts Occupational First Aid - Level 1
Tue, Apr 8; 6-9pm Sat, Apr 12; 9am-5pm
Basic Elements Of Bookkeeping Level II ~ NEW CAIB 2 Preparation ~ NEW
Tue & Thu, Apr 15-May 1; 6:30-8:30pm Thu, May 22-Jul 10; 6:30-9
Cashier Training Sat & Sun Spring Splendor in Watercolour ~ NEW
Apr 26-27; 9am-4pm Sat. Apr 26; 9am-4pm
Excel 2010: Beyond Essentials Wound Care for Nurses
Mon, Apr 28; 9am-4pm Sat. May 3; 9am-5pm
Standard First Aid - Red Cross Simply Accounting Level 1
Sat & Sun, May 10-11;9am-5pm Tue & Thu, May 13-29; 6-9pm
Community Extension Spring & Summer Courses
Call us to register today! 250-746-3519 ~ 1-888-747-3519 or
Avoid disappointment and Register Online today.
Community Extension & Contract Services
Vancouver Island University, Cowichan Campus
More News & Events
Help us Grow TASTE THE ISLAND!
Exciting news... TASTECowichan is making plans to GROW Island-wide.
Why we're expanding...
TASTE THE ISLAND aims to create a strong local economy by promoting Vancouver Island businesses, events,
and talents, to both locals and visitors through our online community directory, and therefore supporting
Vancouver Island residents and there families. We have everything we need right here on our Island.
Why do we need your help? We need to hire more local people.
We chose Indiegogo to partner with on our expansion because we feel crowd funding is part of the new
economy that we are aiming for.
Go here to view, donate, and share our campaign far and wide: http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/taste-
the-island
For more information about how be part of the TASTE community,
contact Patricia [email protected] or by phone: 250-597-2999.
Dynamic HR Solutions Inc. & Integral Connections Present: The Communication Fundaments Workshop -Wed. Apr. 9, 9 am - Noon Facilitator: Tania Walter Gardiner, MA, BC, ACC -Are you longing for quality communication in your workplace? Doyou have difficulties working with a co-worker or communicating with some of your employees? Do you want engagingconversations where there is ease, trust and understanding? Are you seeking practical tools to have engaging andinspiring conversations to achieve your goals and help others achieve theirs? Gain awareness of what underlies effectivecommunication and walk away with tools to build rapport and trust so that you can transform your workplaceconversations. Communication Fundamentals is an engaging and practical workshop that guides participants through how toeffectively conduct difficult conversations with confidence and objectivity. Register Online or Contact us Learning Outcomes: By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:- Identify and address potential pitfalls in communication- Learn practical tools to have engaging and inspiring conversations to help achieve their goals- Understand how to effectively communicate difficult messages
Dynamic HR Solutions
204, 64 Station St.
Email us for registration & information, or call us T: 250-597-1901
National Volunteer Week April 6 - 12
National Volunteer Week - April 6-12 is fast approaching. As part of the weeks activities Volunteer Cowichan and
CRAD will host the Volunteer & Community Resources Fair, April 5 at the Duncan mall 10-2. Please see poster and
registration form attached. As part of the days events we will once again host the Helping Hands Volunteer
Recognition ceremonies at 1pm. Please see attached nomination form. We look forward to seeing you at the Fair!
Cowichan Food Connection (The Bread Van) Needs Your Help!
CFC is looking for a volunteer book keeper to sit on our board of directors as Treasurer. If you have a accounting
background & 1-3 hours a month spare time please contact:
Bill Macadam 250 856 0048 or [email protected]
Go to http://cowichanfoodconnection.com to find out how you can help.
Every week CFC delivers hundreds of Loaves of Bread from Mill Bay to Ladysmith
to people who would otherwise go hungry (schools, Food Banks, Seniors Centres, & many more).
Merridale and Unsworth Contest - Grand Prize One Night Yurt Stay, Dinner for 2 and Basket of Goodies
Merridale and Unsworth Vineyards are giving away a romantic night in the country with a one night stay in Merridale's
yurt, dinner for two at Unsworth Vineyards, and a basket of goodies from both places as one big grand prize. The
contest starts today and goes until April 30th. Grand prize draw is on May 15th when the winner is announced. Enter
online at either Merridale or Unsworth Vineyards.
Enter Online at Merridale
Enter Online at Unsworth Vineyards
Save the Date for these MAY events
Randy Bertsch, COO, Island Savings Guest Speaker at May 1 Luncheon
Randy Bertsch, Chief Operating Officer of Island Savings presents at the Chamber's May 1 luncheon. Mr. Bertsch will
provide an overview of Island Savings' new partnership with First West. Through First West's partnership model, Island
Savings retains its local brand, leadership, decision-making and Island-centred community focus. See the media
release here, and attend this event to hear the details and understand how the partnership will benefit our community.
Randy Bertsch, Chief Operating Officer, Island Savings
Guest Speaker at May 1 Chamber Luncheon
Duncan Travelodge, 140 Trans Canada Hwy.
Members $26.25 Non-members $36.75
RSVP: [email protected] T: 250.748.1111
11:30 - Noon Networking & Registration; Noon - 1:00 pm Buffet & Presentation
Amazing Video
A very happy ending ...
http://mashable.com/2014/03/27/dog-rescue/?utm_cid=mash-com-fb-main-link
Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce
New address:
2896 Drinkwater Road
Duncan, BC V9L 2C6
E: [email protected] | T: 250.748.1111 | F: 250.746.8222
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