Volume 6 • Number 6 MISSION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE December 2010

Mission has always been a community of volunteers and donors. As the year rings out, it would be conservative to say that Mission businesses have donated about $700,000 worth of cash, product, staff time or expertise to local organizations. This can only be estimated as most businesses give when asked, not for recognition but because they believe it is an important part of participating in our com-munity.

At the 2010 Business Excellence Awards, present-ing sponsor Ted Adlem, spoke to how giving back is impor-tant to his business model. He noted that “every business in this room has given to help out and I can bet not one of you thought twice.”

A study by Imagine Canada and the University of Lethbridge showed that 79% of employers that support volunteering also give in-kind or financial donations. Data in cor-porate philanthropy is hard to collect as only 3% of businesses claimed the over $1 billion of charitable donations on their 2003 tax returns Most often this does not include volunteer time, services or goods.

Giving does have implications beyond the dollar. Some local businesses have their staff direct how they should give their limited funds. Building staff loyalty, funds often become community directed. In 2009, the United Way Campaign in Mission involved 18 businesses where employee funds were matched, this raised over $53,000. The United Way invested $41,954 directly to Mission organizations as well as more than $20,000 to Fraser

Valley umbrella programs operating in Mission such as Success by Six, the Women’s Resource Society and Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Another area of giving of immense value to organizations is the donation of time or resources. Whether it is staff expertise

or knowledge, volunteer hours at Board tables or committees, organizations in Mission value the volunteer.

“Businesses and business owners have a depth of understanding and ability that benefit the develop-ment of most organizations.” relays Peter Uland of

the Vancouver Foundation. Often community orga-nizations have little to no staff and rely on this expertise.

Over the last year the Mission Chamber has received support from more than 100 volun-teers, donations of space or materials from over 15 local businesses, and financial support from 58 local businesses to present important com-munity events such as the Business Excellence Awards and Candlelight Parade. The Chamber is one of over 80 commu-nity organizations active in Mission.

As important as it is for businesses to continue to be active in donating in the community, it is as important for these many organizations to recognize and sincerely thank those who have given so much. The Chamber would like to thank all of those who contributed to our success this year!

Have a Merry Christmas & All the Best in the New Year

‘Tis the Season of GivingWe make a living by what we get;

we make a life by what we give. - Winston Churchill

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2010 a very successful year

2010Board of Directors

President - Helen Secco Past President - Sean Melia

2nd Vice-President - Jo-anne Chadwick

Secretary/Treasurer - Tony LaPointe

Directors 2010

Todd Bugge Cal Crawford

Phil Hope Ted Adlem Kelly Vaille

Elyssa Lockhart Chuck Vander Byl

Jason Roessel

District of Mission Mayor James Atebe

Community Futures Oleene Herman

Mission Downtown Business Association

Tammi Klassen

Staff

Michelle Favero - Manager

Angel Elias - Member Services

Allison Jack - Tourism Coordinator

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The lot of us gathered in a half circle facing our facilita-tor in anticipation of what lay ahead… it was the begin-ning of the year 2010 and the Mission Chamber’s Board of Directors was present to plan what direction and achieve-ments the Chamber organiza-tion wanted over the next 15 months. Though the term of this particular Board is not over until March 2011, the first 12 months are now com-plete – all I can say is: Wow, what a year!

In the action plan laid out during our planning session we had a number of items that we wanted to accom-plish. Some of these includ-ed internal policies revolving around External Involvement, Advocacy, E-Comfort and Communication Responsiveness.

There was the establish-ment of a business plan task force consisting of Oleene Herman, Chuck Vander Byl and Ted Adlem. Their pur-pose? To write a three-year business plan.

That, I’m pleased to announce, has been com-pleted. We reviewed the Chamber’s involvement and communication with external organizations, updated our committees’ terms of refer-ence, and set goals for our membership participation and volunteerism.

Of course the main reason that we are told by the mem-bership why they join the Chamber is for the network-ing opportunities, and there certainly was an abundance of those. Our monthly luncheons still prove to be a popular event, due to the quality of speakers and relevant topics. We heard about Vision 2020 for Mission School District to the Stave Lake Interpretive Forest Recreation Plan; oppor-tunities at the Abbotsford Airport to the new merchants responsibilities regarding credit cards (that one made us raise our eyebrows).

The members that host our Business after Business event continue to excel in their gen-erosity. We’ve taken buses out of town to visit Zajac Ranch and up the mountain to Hemlock Ski Resort, as well as being spoiled at Kermode Wines, Meier Insurance,

Envision Financial Services and Swing Optical.

Our two major events, the Golf Tournament and the Business Excellence Awards, were sold out and outstanding by all accounts.

And for the 27th year, we wrapped up hosting the larg-est nighttime parade in the Fraser Valley to welcome the arrival of the Christmas sea-son and olde Saint Nick ear-lier this month.

Our advocacy role for the business community took steps forward this year. It was the Chamber’s intent to stay ahead of the issues facing our members.

From the long form cen-sus to Bizpal to HST, the Mission Chamber heard what our members had to say and made sure that the appropri-ate government officials were aware.

This year, more than ever, interest in development in Mission was in the forefront, and we were asked by three investors to voice our opinion to Municipal Council. We did so, reflecting the need for not only Council and staff to fol-low proper procedures, but the developers as well.

On behalf of the Board of the Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce, I wish you all a wonderful and safe holiday season and a very prosperous 2011.

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The Overall Value of Mission’s Economic Action PlanGovernment News

Since 2008, there have been a total of 49 infrastructure projects funded within a 25 kilometer radius of Mission, BC, accounting for a $350 million invest-ment with a federal contribution of $152 million.

Projects include the widening of Cedar, Heritage Park Trail, the widening of Hwy 7 from Wren to Nelson, and the seismic upgrading of the Mission Bridge (Hwy 11).

More projects include the road upgrades to the Florence Lake Road to begin the development of the Stave Lake Interpretive Forest, as well as $15 mil-lion in expenditures to expand Mission Correctional Insititution.

These projects were funded under the Building Canada Fund, the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund, the Border Infrastructure Fund, the Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund, the Provincial/Territorial Base

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cific projects by searching the map at the Canada’s Economic Action Plan web-site: http://actionplan.gc.ca/eng/map.asp

While infrastructure projects may appear as a regular course of action, it is important to understand that for every construction dollar spent, a conservative estimate of $2 in additional benefits are generated in the economy.

Are you looking for a way to get to know more people? Have you got an idea about how the Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce can provide bet-ter service to its members?

Join a Committee! We would like to encourage each of you to consider where you might best fit in to make a differ-ence. The Mission Chamber has several active committees of business people

just like you who are working to assist the Chamber in its services.

Some of the Chamber Committees include: Tourism, Membership, Events, and Government Affairs.

Terms of Reference are available for clarification of duties and there are other committee options available, so call the Chamber for more information.

Committee volunteers contribute

through many means, by brainstorming ideas, being an extra pair of hands at an event or simply lending their expertise to general business discussions. Plan now for your involvement!

We hit the ground running in September and take a hiatus during the summer. Help us make a difference, join a committee!

Contact Angel Elias at 604.826.6914.

It’s All About Participation!

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Events Committee, Todd Bugge, ChairAnother successful year of great events and celebrations. The Events Committee is now working on plan-

ning for 2011. If you are interested in joining the Committee they meet at 8am every second Tuesday of the month. Please contact Angel Elias, member_services@missionchamber.bc.ca .

Membership CommitteeIts time to renew your membership investment. The Committee is excited about the new opportunities

that will become available ton our new website to be launched February 1. Keep a watch on the calendar for February’s Social Media seminar with THINK! If you are interested in participating in the Membership Committee contact Angel Elias, member_services@missionchamber.bc.ca. The Committee meets at 8am on the last Wednesday of every month in the Chamber Boardroom.

Tourism Committee, Jo-Anne Chadwick, ChairThe recent high winds, freezing temperatures and snow have served as a reminder to us all that winter is

close at hand. The Tourism Committee however does not hibernate; it actually now kicks into planning mode. In November the committee and other stakeholders revisited the June 2009 Mission Tourism Plan with the help of Tourism BC and Vancouver Coast and Mountains. The group looked at tactics completed, challenges within the plan and the next steps to a strong future for tourism in Mission. 2011 promises to be a year of new and exciting projects in this ever expanding sector.

Now the call to action. If you are directly in the tourism business, or perhaps you are and do not realize it, you need to engage yourself within the committee. BC’s tourism industry is on of the fastest growing sectors, with 13.8 billion generated in 2008. It is outpacing mining, agriculture, and fishing as a leading industry for the province. The fastest growing trend within tourism is outdoor recreation and as luck would have it, it is just the thing Mission excels at.

So after the tree is packed away and the decorations back under the stairs contact Allison Jack at 604.826.6914 or tour-ism_services@missionchamber.bc.ca and become a part of the driving committee for tourism in Mission.

Government Affairs, Elyssa Lockhart, ChairIn the past several weeks, the Government Affairs Committee has actively been pursuing resolutions to

concerns raised by developer and property owner Members. To this end, the Committee reviewed BizPal, an online program designed to assist applicants in moving quickly through local development processes. BizPal was well received at the Board level and the Committee then attended the District Council meeting on November 22 to support President Secco in her request to have the District adopt BizPal. District staff are expected to review BizPal and report back to Council in January. To learn about BizPal go to www.bcbi-zpal.ca. If you are interested in advocacy or have a business concern, please contact the Government Affairs Committee through Michelle Favero, manager@missionchamber.bc.ca .

Chamber of Commerce Committee News

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Jo-Anne Chadwick

Look for the Chamber meeting schedule on the Mission Chamber public Google Calendar. Contact Chamber staff if you are interested in participating.

Go to www.missionchamber.bc.ca to get all your news and information on business in Mission

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Wow! A year has already come and gone, and it is once again time for renewing your Chamber Membership investment.

Throughout the year, the Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce has been active in the promoting and advo-cating for the Mission business com-munity.

2010 has had it share of challenges for local business owners, and the Chamber is continually looking for mitigation strategies, advocating municipally and provincially for effective processes that encourage a strong economy and a cli-mate that encourages business develop-ment as outlined by Chamber President Helen Secco on page 2.

The changing landscape of markets and how business can effectively access them in all the competing information noise continues to be a challenge for local business when investment dollars are low and staff time is stretched.

The Chamber will continue to offer marketing and advertising opportunities that make affordable sense. Whether your market is business to business or a specific demographic, the Chamber has tools to maximize your exposure and will be offering affordable educational seminars with industry leaders.

Playing an active role within the busi-ness community, the Chamber effective-ly connected business this year. Whether

with timely speakers at the monthly luncheons, or the several Business after Business events with record breaking attendance, many members made con-nections networking and learning of new opportunities to expand their business.

Recognizing that it can pay to be social, many members had fun this year; especially at Hemlock Resort, toboggan-ing and watching great Olympic hockey in the pub. And then later in the year, when we rode the Big Bike around town to raise over $2,000 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, finishing the evening off at Boston Pizza, where Norden the magician entertained while we enjoyed great food and beverages on the house.

The Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament was a sold out success at the Mission Golf & Country Club. Congratulations again to all our winners.

Throughout the summer, the com-munity was encouraged to nominate their favorite Mission business for the Business Excellence Awards. Business in Mission does work hard at going above and beyond, as the Chamber received record breaking nominations in all categories. The sold out Awards Gala on October 23 was attended by a who’s who of the business community, and raised over $2,500 for the Business Legacy Fund, a bursary for Mission stu-

dents to pursue a post-secondary busi-ness education.

Of course, 2010 was rounded out with the 27th Annual Candlelight Parade. Over 70 floats from all over the Fraser Valley registered to take part in this great community family event. This year the Mission Christmas Tree on Hwy. 7 was lit by the Parade Grand Marshall, and Chamber President, Helen Secco. The VIP seating contest held by the media sponsors The Mission Record and Country 107 fm gave16 local families a warm, dry place on the judging stand.

In 2011, the Chamber of Commerce has seminars, a Member Appreciation Day, and a new interactive website planned. The Chamber is very thankful to have so many of its members active, and we look to growing involvement in 2011.

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

20/20 – 2010 in perspectiveby angel elias

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70 entries made it truly special

Candlelight Parade 2010

Thank Youfor making the Candlelight Parade 2010 possible.

To the following Bright Lights

Ministry of Transportation Mission RCMPDistrict of MissionVIP'SMayor James AtebeRandy Hawes. MLAMarc Dalton, MLACONTRIBUTORSDavies Sand and Gravel Pete’s Place PizzaBoston PizzaCanadian TireGrab-a-JavaCobbs BreadFraser Valley Building SuppliesVOLUNTEERSDoug PearsonCitizens Patrol and VolunteersOptimist ClubPhil HopeJim and Mary HindsCal & Sharon CrawfordRob Zielinski

Julia RenkemaRaman ChemaJo-Anne ChadwickDoug EliasRosetta FaveroJUDGESStephanie QuissyTammy DiabloDirk WeymanTami KlassenDiane CrulaKen LoweSPONSORSProspera Credit UnionEnvision Credit UnionMission DBASmart CentresChances Boardwalk MissionMission RacewayMission Rotary ClubsShops at Mission HillsFraser Valley Building SuppliesGail J. McDonald

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Friday, December 3rd was a clear cool night, perfect for watching the 27th Annual Mission Candlelight Parade!

Thirty four VIP Contest winners enjoyed the judge’s stand view with Grab-a-Java hot chocolate and Cobbs Bread cinnamon scones. Toasty in their red blankets, they enjoyed the 75 float entries along with the estimated 11,000 spectators.

Winners of this year’s Candlelight Parade are:

Commercial1st - Fraser Valley

Building Supplies2nd - Fraserway RV3rd - BC Frozen Foods

Non-Profit1st - Abbotsford Community

Services2nd - Golden Ears

Vintage Car Club3rd - Valley Toy Run

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School1st - WJ Mouat Secondary2nd - Valley Christian3rd - École Mission Central

Individuals1st - Therapy Dog2nd - John Clark

Marching Band1st - MEI Screaming Eagles2nd - Abbotsford Concert

Band & Sun Hang Do3rd - RCSCC Columbia

And the winners were:

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In partnership with the BC Chamber, Indus Travels will provide a tour itinerary for 2011 including Dehli, Agra and Jaipur, with free time and planned activities to familiar-ize youself with the country, including tried, tested, quality accommodations, English-speaking tour guides, and time for business.

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For anyone who has ever considered exploring business opportunities in India, this is the chance to take that step! See flyer inset for more information and contact Angel for registration forms.

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If you are already using Constant Contact, send your user-name to member_services@missionchamber.bc.ca and we’ll make sure your account is updated to reflect the discount.

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The Small Business Accelerator, which launches today at www.sba-bc.ca, is a new gateway to business informa-tion for small firms and entrepreneurs throughout the province. It’s also a valu-able tool for public and college libraries, community development organizations and other agencies to support their cli-ents.

A highlight of the SBA is its range of research guides that provide tailored information for specific industries. The site features 36 in-depth guides, devel-oped with the expertise of UBC business librarians and library students, which cover sectors ranging from alternative

energy to Web development, landscap-ing to restaurant retailing, and much more.

Visits to B.C. communities by the Learning Centre’s Director and the Community Business Services Librarian provided the Learning Centre with valu-able feedback that was used to help shape the SBA during its development. In the new year, the librarian will visit organizations throughout the province to provide site training and outreach.

“We’re honoured to offer this free service for British Columbians who have started, or are looking to start, their own businesses – especially those in rural and remote parts of the province,” says Sandra Singh, director of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre. “The site is an invaluable resource, built with the expertise of business librarians, to help entrepreneurs from communities across the province access the right information for effective business planning at any

stage of development.”“Anyone interested in exploring the

possibilities of opening a business in B.C. will find a wealth of informa-tion on the site, no matter what stage of business planning they are in,” says Petra Mauerhoff, manager of College Library Services at Cranbrook’s College of the Rockies. “Even business students working on hypothetical cases for their course work will get great use out of this offering.”

“I’m really impressed with the SBA so far. What it means to rural would-be entrepreneurs is that they’ll have access to information that everybody takes for granted in large metropolitan areas,” says Larry Jones, a business analyst with Community Futures Terrace, which sup-ports small- and medium-sized compa-nies and community economic develop-ment. “This is going to level the playing field quite a bit.”

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Small business is vital to the economic health of British Columbia. According to a 2010 profile, small businesses accounted for 98 per cent of all businesses in the province in 2009, and employed more than one million people.

Continued from page 9Small Business Tools

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An 8’ x 8’ sign features a near life-sized photograph of a traffic control person with her niece asking drivers to “slow down, my Aunt works here.”

The WorkSafeBC slow down campaign initially launched in July 2007 encourages drivers to reduce their speed and pay close attention to traffic control directions as they pass

through worksites by featuring near life-sized photographs of real workers and their fami-lies. Today, over 100 “slow down” signs can be found at highways and roads across the province.

The Hwy 7 expansion in Silverdale has had several incidents and one fatality involving traffic control personnel. As the project will continue through the winter months, be aware of limited visibility and construction speed limits. Fines double in work zones.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARUpcoming Chamber events can be found on our Mission Chamber Events Google Calendar.

Thursday December 16thChamber Luncheon: Policing Myth vs. Realty

– Discussion with the Inspector P. WalshTime: 11:30am-1pm

Location: Rockwell’s Chapel RoomDetails: Inspector Pat Walsh of the Mission

RCMP gives a year end report on public safety in the District and outline plans for the man-

hunt of the notorious red suited elf.

Thursday, January 13thBusiness after Business – Royal Bank of Canada

33114 1st AvenueJoin us for networking after hours at the Royal Bank

Thursday January 20thChamber Luncheon: Social

Media – Will It work for you?Time: 11:30am-1pm

Location: Rockwell’s Chapel RoomDetails: Ben Vadasz of Think! Media discusses the

strategies and advantages that make social media work.

Thursday, February 3rdBusiness after Business – Rockwell’s

32281 Lougheed HwyJoin us for networking and Rockwell’s new menu.

Thursday February 17thChamber Luncheon: Celebrate Chamber

Week with BC Chamber Chair Mike WatsonTime: 11:30am-1pm

Location: Rockwell’s Chapel RoomDetails: Mike Watson, Chair of the BC

Chamber speaks to how Chamber advocacy makes a difference in BC business bottom line.

February TBAA NIGHT ON THE MOUNTAIN

– Hemlock Valley ResortNight skiing, toboggan & tube races and warm drinks by the fireside in the pub. Best part is a ride up the mountain and back. Join us for

winter fun and networking on the slopes!

Meadowridge is an independent, university preparatory, IB World School offering students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 the opportunity for a well rounded education.

With a 100% post secondary acceptance rate, we offer students a range of opportunities in athletics, the arts, and community service, while providing a variety of field trip and international travel options.

Busing options are available for Mission area families!

Join us for a student guided tour every Friday school is in session, 9am-11am.

Admissions: (604) 476-3040 Main: (604) 467-4444

E-mail: admissions@meadowridge.bc.ca www.meadowridge.bc.ca

Meadowridge School Learning to Live Well, with Others and for Others, in a Just Community