Enderby & District Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1000, Enderby, BC V0E 1V0
Telephone: 250-838-6727 | Fax: 250-838-0123
www.enderbychamber.com |
NEWSLETTER – May 20, 2011
Table of Contents
Welcome to Our 2011 Members 1
Business News 1
Business and Community 3
Chamber Action 5
Business and Career Opportunities 6
Public Notices 7
Warren’s Safety Tip of the Month 7
Recreation 8
Mark Your Calendar 9
Member Benefits 10
Contact Us 11
Welcome to Our 2011 Members
Welcome to our renewing members: By The Numbers Bookkeeping, Freshstart Internet Solutions, Gerlib’s Mini Storage, Grant’s Tacklebox, BC Log Design, and Baird Bros.
Welcome to our new members: Pure Graphics, Red Wing Acre’s Bed & Breakfast, and Loving Care on Wheels.
Remember, you can view contact information, including website addresses, for all of our members on our searchable web directory.
Business News
B.C. 4-H Launches Lottery Sponsored by PrairieCoast Equipment
B.C. 4-H is very pleased to announce the new 2011 Lotteries, each with a Grand Prize of a John Deere TX GATOR, both generously donated by PrairieCoast Equipment. The TXGator is great for those with small acreages, hobby farms, large farming operations, big backyards, backwoods enthusiasts, or fans of John Deere anything!
Contact your local 4‐H Club to purchase tickets or for more information about B.C. 4‐H, this lottery, and the Rules of Play. Or visit www.bc4h.bc.ca or call 1‐866‐776‐0373. Tickets are $5.00 each and went on sale May 6, 2011. The draw date is Saturday, November 5, 2011 and the draw location will be PrairieCoast Equipment, 339 Sumas Way, Abbotsford BC.
Case Furniture Preparing for Website Re-Launch
Case Furniture in Enderby is building new website and it’s coming soon! Watch for it at www.casefurniture.ca.
Community Futures Manager Transition
Community Futures North Okanagan has announced that Jane Lister has accepted the position of North Okanagan regional dean for Okanagan College in June. Replacing Lister will be Norm Metcalf, who has served Community Futures North Okanagan in a variety of senior management roles over the past decade. The Enderby Chamber bids a fond farewell and warm welcome to Jane and Norm.
Enderby & District Credit Union Honours Departing Director and Welcomes a New Face
Enderby & District Credit Union wrapped up its 63rd annual general meeting on Tuesday, April 26 with a tribute to long-time board of directors member, Janette Clark. Ms. Clark had been a member of the board for the past 11 years, and was highly regarded as an active and positive member of the board’s investment and lending committee.
“To have been a director of a cooperative financial institution has been a remarkable experience,” described Ms. Clark. “Over the last 11 years, the board, management and staff have had many accomplishments. We have seen our assets swell to $55 million from $32 million; the credit union has gone through an extensive building renovation as well as a recent rebranding. I know that Enderby & District Credit Union will continue to prosper and serve our community in a leadership role.” EDCU members elected and welcomed new board member, Melanie King, owner of Mainstreet Pizza in Enderby.
Green Croft Gardens Update
As the weather gets warmer at Green Croft Gardens, things are starting to pick up! Lettuce mix, Asian greens, peas, broad beans, arugula, and strawberries have been transplanted. Potatoes, cabbage, and onions are currently being planted. In the greenhouse, three thousand celery plants are been transplanted along with lots of peppers and tomatoes. This week the first radishes are being harvested. To catch up on everything Green Croft Gardens, check out its Facebook fan page.
Hungry Jacks Wins 5 Okanagan Life Awards
Hungry Jacks brought 5 awards back to Enderby in the 2011 Okanagan Life Best Restaurant Awards. They received awards for Service, Burger, Cup of Tea, Vegetarian, and Veggie Burger.
To check out Hungry Jacks breakfast and lunch menu visit www.hungryjacksbc.com.
Mabel Lake Farms
Mabel Lake Farms coffee shop will be opening on May 21! The hours of operation will be weekends and statutory holidays only through May and June from 10am to 5pm. They will be opening seven days a week through July and August from 10am to 5pm as well. Mabel Lake Farms has a great variety of blueberries, homemade baking, fresh fruit smoothies, a coffee shop, and daily lunch specials. Visit www.mabellakefarms.com for more information.
Mainstreet Pizza Shamrock Season Tickets Winner
Congratulations to Ruth Ginther, who won season tickets to Shamrock Lacrosse in a Mainstreet Pizza contest.
Mainstreet Pizza’s basic online ordering is up and running - visit www.mainstreetpizza.ca and click on "Order Now." More menu items will be added over time.
NorVal Computers Delivers During Highway Construction
During the highway construction, NorVal Computers offers free delivery to local businesses and community members to make it easier and more convenient to fulfill your computer and technology needs.
NorVal carries items that tourists will find useful, such as cell phone/iPod chargers, memory cards for phone and digital cameras.
Check out the array of merchandise for Grad, Fathers Day, or for yourself at 614 Cliff Avenue Enderby, BC or www.norvalcomputer.com.
Pure Graphics Local Print and Design Shop
Becky Shuert, owner and graphic designer at Pure Graphics, is dedicated to providing customers with quality design and great customer service. Let Becky work with you and your budget to create professional print products of which you can be proud.
Complete printing services are available including business cards, wedding stationery, brochures, labels, posters and more. Pure Graphics is located at 702 Old Vernon Road beside Gilbert Parts Depot. Business hours are 9am to 3pm Monday through Friday or by appointment.
Call 250-306-8614 or visit www.facebook.com/EnderbyPureGraphics for more information.
Business and Community
Enderby & District Credit Union Saluted by Community Groups
Enderby & District Credit Union wrapped up its 63rd annual general meeting on Tuesday, April 26 with an outpouring of tributes from community groups. The groups included Kingfisher Interpretive Centre, MacKenzie Camp, Enderby & District Community Resource Centre and the River Ambassador Program. EDCU presented major sponsorships to these and many other deserving community groups, programs and projects this past year, totaling more than $20,000.
MacKenzie Camp, which received a major funding boost from Enderby & District Credit Union, was represented at the meeting by its president Lorraine Powell. “The gift you have given us and our community is incredible – it will help us inspire the kids who attend our camps to be whatever they want to be. We want to say a big thank you from the bottom of our hearts.”
The Kingfisher Interpretive Centre, represented by its chair Neil Brookes had a similar message. “In this day and age, places like Kingfisher are more important than ever. Kids are unmoored from the natural world, and we want to inspire them to get in touch. We appreciate this funding from EDCU so much, because some of our other funding sources didn’t come through. You’ve helped Kingfisher connect with 8,000 people every year, and we’re really very grateful for that.”
The Enderby & District Community Resource Centre’s programs coordinator Marlene Mydske also paid special tribute to EDCU for its ongoing financial support as well as a recent donation from its staff members, who personally raised and donated more than $400. While displaying brown bag dinners which are distributed to needy community parents, Ms. Mydske thanked EDCU and its members, “EDCU’s leadership has brought about positive change in this community – thank you to all of you.”
The River Ambassador Program, represented by coordinator Madison Giesbrecht provided the EDCU annual general meeting attendees with an overview of the program’s success. Last summer, the ambassadors spoke to more than 4,100 river users on topics relating to safe and respectful use of the river. The program was made possible by a number of local contributors, including EDCU. “The contribution from EDCU and others in our community have been vital for this program – thank you for your help protecting our beautiful river,” said Ms. Giesbrecht.
Ted Morrison, general manager of Enderby & District Credit Union, provided members at the annual general meeting with a summary of 2010. “Over the past several years, a lot has changed at your credit union. It is you as credit union members; you as credit union staff; and you as credit union directors that give this credit union the ability to make changes for the good of all. Be very proud of yourselves! There is no doubt in my mind that we as a cooperative organization make a big and very positive difference. Always remember you did that. You make it happen over and over again,” he concluded.
Enderby Jewellers Raffle Jewellery for “Building a Tower of Care”
Enderby Jewellers is proud to announce that it was the Jewellery Raffle Sponsor for the VJH Hospital Gala "Building a Tower of Care" Campaign. The event was held in April at the Vernon Lodge. Enderby Jewellers donated a 14kt White Gold Canadian Diamond Necklace valued at $1000. The Tower of Care Campaign is an amazing accomplishment for the North Okanagan; it is a true illustration of how people can come together to make a real difference in their community. Enderby Jewellers was proud to be a part of it.
Kaze Japanese Restaurant Supports Japan
Kaze Japanese Restaurant will donate $400 to the Red Cross for Japanese earthquake relief. The money was raised using the donation box located in the restaurant. In addition, $1 from every sale of the monthly special was donated to the cause.
Owner and operator Takeshi Bansho would like to thank everyone who made a donation. Kaze Japanese Restaurant will continue to donate $1 of its monthly special, Squid Karaage, to Japanese earthquake relief. To keep updated on the monthly specials, go to http://www.kazejprestaurant.com.
NorVal Computers Partners Up for Youth Day
NorVal Computers is partnering with Enderby & District Credit Union for the Youth Day on Saturday, May 28. NorVal Computers is co-sponsoring a netbook computer as a prize to one lucky youth.
Streamers Party Rentals Supports Family Place
Streamers Party Rentals was happy to be part of the garage sale to help raise money for The Family Place sponsored by BMO Bank of Montreal and local farmers. Streamers donated tents and balloons. The wedding season is keeping everyone at Streamers Flower Shop busy and there are new products arriving daily! Go to http://streamerspartyrentals.ca for more information on party rental supplies and the new flower shop.
Chamber Action
Chamber Provides Highway Construction Updates
For the construction project on Highway 97A through Enderby, the Chamber will post updates to its Facebook Fan Page on weekdays. Be sure to become a Fan of this page so that you can follow the updates and plan your day accordingly.
Exploring Enderby Out Soon
The 2011 Exploring Enderby tourism guide will be going to print next week. While a bit delayed, it will be well worth the wait - it looks and reads great! It has a new size to improve portability, useful information, and a slick design. In short, it's a great representation of our fantastic community! The guide is not only good for tourists - local residents will be surprised by the many things to see and do right in our own backyard.
With thanks to the awesome team of local talent who worked with me on it: Graphic Rabbit (Jody Goldsmith) on advertising sales/design, Pure Graphics (Becky Shuert) on layout design, Jackie Pearase on copy/editing, and Chamber staff Willow Burton going over everything with her eye for detail.
The guide will be distributed to Visitor Centres throughout the province, as well as to local businesses and gathering places in Enderby and area.
River Ambassador and Visitor Counsellor Summer Jobs Available
River Ambassadors raise awareness about the Shuswap River among recreational user groups by providing information on safety, ecology, and trip planning. River Ambassadors will work 20 to 25 hours per week at $10 per hour from late June to early September. Excellent interpersonal skills are required. Work on weekends and statutory holidays is required. Training will be provided. Possessing a vehicle and/or cellular telephone is beneficial.
A Visitor Counsellor identifies tourists' needs and advises on activities, destinations, and businesses. Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills are required. Knowledge of Enderby and the surrounding area is beneficial. The Visitor Counsellor will work 32 hours per week at $10 per hour from approximately July 1 to August 31. Work on weekends and statutory holidays is required. Training will be provided.
Please drop off or mail your resume with cover letter to the attention of Madison Giesbrecht, Enderby & District Chamber of Commerce, 700 Railway Street, P.O. Box 1000, Enderby, BC VOE 1V0. All applications must be received by 3:00pm on Wednesday, June 15. Only applicants who are short listed will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.
Tourism Stakeholder Meeting Upcoming
The Enderby Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a tourism stakeholder meeting on behalf of Tourism BC and the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association, who will present on program offerings. Both organizations work with tourism stakeholders throughout the province on cooperative marketing and destination development. Invitations will be going out soon.
Business and Career Opportunities
New Training Programs Fill Skills Gap
It’s estimated that by 2019, over three-quarters of all jobs will require at least some post-secondary education. To give low-skilled employees a chance to move up and fill these jobs, BCs new $3-million Targeted Skills Shortage Pilot Program will help local businesses and non-profit organizations train current staff to better meet the demands of a changing labour market.
The pilot program is designed to help low-skilled employees who lack post-secondary training toward a degree or other credentials, gain new skills to improve productivity, take on new responsibilities and advance their careers. The Targeted Skills Shortage Pilot Program targets four high-growth sectors where the demand for skilled workers over the next decade will be strong: transportation and warehousing; manufacturing; health care and social assistance; and professional, scientific and technical services.
The Targeted Skills Shortage Pilot Program focuses on assisting low-skilled workers within businesses or non-profit organizations with less than 100 employees. Through the pilot, up to $1,500 per employee or $7,500 per employer is available to pay for tuition fees and purchase training services, books, manuals and other study materials. The program is expected to serve at least 1,200 low skilled employees around B.C. The Targeted Skills Shortage Pilot Program is one of many programs funded through the Canada-B.C. Labour Market Agreement that are designed to help meet the current and future labour demands of our economy.