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The CHAMBER VOICE
GREATER LANGLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 1-5761 Glover Road, Langley V3A 8M8 • www.langleychamber.com • 604.530.6656 • Fax: 604.530.7066 • email: [email protected]
■ Networking: 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm (Dinner) with presentations to follow.
■ RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BEFORE 5PM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH!
■ Members: $30 +HST ■ Non Members: $45 +HST■ RSVP: 604-530-6656 [email protected]
www.langleychamber.comCancellation Deadline: 24 hours prior. Sorry, “No Shows” will be invoiced.
February Dinner Meeting
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An Update from Ottawa:Looking Forward Through 2013
With special guest presenter:Mark Warawa, M.P., Langley
— PRESIDENT’S REPORT —
It is hard to believe that the term for the 2012/13 Board of Directors is half over! For the balance of this year we
will continue to focus on Membership Recruitment and Engagement, our Advo-cacy efforts, long range planning for the Chamber, and of course, the upcoming provincial election.
During February the Board will partici-pate in a long range planning session to provide some direction for the Chamber in the next 3 and 5 years. We will con-sider succession planning for staff and Board alike, as well as the programs and services provided through the office, future staffing and the Chamber facili-ties.
Also this month, we will participate in a Fraser Valley Advocacy Summit in part-nership with the Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows and Hope Chambers of Commerce. At this Summit we will prepare lobby kits for regional issues to be advanced to munici-pal councils, MLA’s and MP’s. Topics to be covered include the Re-instatement of the Business Vote, Economic Gardening, Consultation on New Tax Initiatives and the Disparity Between Residential and Business Taxation. Once completed, the lobby kits will be posted on the Chamber website for everyone to review. This 2012 regional summit was incred-ibly successful last year and resulted in the coordinated effort to promote the Inter-municipal Mobile Business License initiative. Stay tuned!
The Greater Langley Chamber of Com-merce is hoping to address the concern of apathy among voters. In preparation for the 2013 Provincial Election, we will provide tools and materials for our mem-bers to share with their employees and colleagues. We feel that business can participate in a positive way to encour-
age voters to become familiar with local candidates and what their platforms are. We have a responsibility to inform and encourage people to exercise their right to vote! Our campaign will be called Your Vote – Your Voice and we will be kicking it off officially in the next couple of weeks. In the 2009 provincial elections voter turnout for the Langley’s was 52% - our goal is to increase that number by 5%. It’s a manageable target and we will look to you to help us reach that objective. As we have all heard and probably said “If you don’t vote, you have no voice”. We are excited, that this is our opportunity to affect change and we will look forward to your participa-tion in this initiative.
We are also planning a number of events to provide access to the candidates. We have invited the leaders of the four main provincial parties – Liberal, NDP, Con-servative and Green – to participate in a “Leadership Luncheon” series during the month of March where each leader will be provided a keynote speaking opportu-nity followed by a moderated Q and A. Invitations were sent out last week and we await their reply. Again, stay tuned for details on this exciting series as they are finalized.
Locally, we have scheduled a number of meetings with candidates in the two Langley ridings in April. The April Din-ner Meeting will feature a Candidates Debate moderated by Global TV News Anchor Steve Darling, with a focus on business-related issues and concerns.
In preparation for that debate, you will receive a brief survey. We are trying to determine the most critical provincial issues that impact you, our members. Please take the time to participate in this survey to ensure we have a true represen-tation of business concerns!
Later in April we have also scheduled public All Candidates Meetings for both ridings. As in the past, these will be moderated by the Chamber and be open to the public to ask questions of the can-didates. Details of these meetings will also be distributed in the coming weeks.
I can tell you on a personal note I am excited for the rest of my term in 2013. I am incredibly grateful for the people I get to meet and the work I get to do as your Chamber President. This Chamber has a ton of work on its agenda for the rest of my term and I look forward to the challenges and opportunities that work presents. We have a fantastic board, great leadership from Chamber staff and most importantly an engaged membership base. I am excited about an anticipated announcement from CBSA as it pertains to growth at the Aldergrove border crossing, the advocacy work we are doing on the business vote and I am incredibly pleased that we are tackling this long range planning work. You need to know where you want to go before you can decide how to get there. I am pleased to be representing you and Lang-ley on part of that journey.
Thank you.Angie Quaale
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THE VOICE OF BUSINESS FOR THE2 • The Langley Times • Tuesday, February 5, 2013
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CITY AND TOWNSHIP OF LANGLEY
GREATER LANGLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: www.langleychamber.com • 604.530.6656 • Fax: 604.530.7066 • email: [email protected]
— UPCOmING CHAmBER EVENTS—For a complete list of upcoming Chamber events, seminars and programs please visit www.langleychamber.com.
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What you need to know about transitioning from HST to PST
In connection with the return to PST on April 1, 2013, the Ministry of Finance is conducting seminars across the province to
assist businesses. A presenter from the ministry will be facilitating this seminar for the benefit of our business community, and will cover pertinent topics such as registrations, filing requirements, and administrative changes. They will also be available to answer all your questions.• Date: Friday, February 15, 2013• Location: Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
(8750 204th Street, Langley)• Registration: 9:30 am to 10:00 am• Presentation: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm• Tickets: Members: $20 + HST / Non-Members:
$30.00 + HST Includes: Coffee, tea and cookies.
• Register: p: 604-530-6656 e: [email protected] w: www.langleychamber.com
February U40 Young Professionals Group Monthly Mingle!What is the U40 Young Professionals Group? U40
(which stands for Under 40) is a group that meets monthly to help motivate young and emerging professionals to come together to network,
share ideas and become leaders of the Langleys! Everyone is welcome to the Monthly Mingles. Come and enjoy complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, appetizers and a business card draw provided by our generous host!• Date: Thursday, February 21, 2013• Location: Earls Kitchen + Bar Langley (600 -
6339 200 Street, Langley)• Time: 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm• Tickets: This event is FREE for all Chamber
members and guests.• RSVP is required for catering purposes:
p: 604-530-6656 e: [email protected] w: www.langleychamber.com
Speak! …to Grow Your BusinessSpeak! … to Grow Your Busi-ness is a must for entrepreneurs and business professionals, who want to make a real connection with their customers. Discover the importance of strengthen-ing your presence in the busi-
ness community through public speaking, and how avoiding the limelight can rob you of your true business potential. Let your competitors justify their fear of public speaking, while you benefit by doing it!• Date: Wednesday, February 27, 2013• Location: abc Country Restaurant (19219 56th
Avenue, Surrey)• Time: 7:00 am to 8:00 am• Tickets: Members: $20 + HST / Non-Members:
$25.00 + HST Includes Breakfast.
• Register: p: 604-530-6656 e: [email protected] w: www.langleychamber.com
February Open Late for Business at Langley Seniors Village
Your business card is your ticket to the Cham-ber’s popular network-ing event! Open Late
for Business! Hosted on a monthly basis by interesting Chamber member businesses, these events are the perfect opportunity to connect with Langley’s business community in a casual and fun environment!• Date: Thursday, February 28, 2013• Location: Langley Seniors Village (20363 65
Avenue, Langley)• Time: 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm• Tickets: This event is FREE for all Chamber
members and guests.• RSVP is appreciated for catering purposes:
p: 604-530-6656 e: [email protected] w: www.langleychamber.com
6th Annual Fraser Valley Chambers of Commerce Business Showcase
You are invited to attend the Fraser Valley’s most inclusive networking event of the year!• Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2013• Location: TRADEX (1190 Cornell Street,
Abbotsford)• Time: 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm• For more information on attending or exhibit-
ing, please visit the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce’s website at www.abbotsfordcham-ber.com
Fort Langley/Aldergrove Riding All Candidates MeetingCo-hosted by the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce and the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board. Venue provided by the Langley Events Centre.• Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2013• Location: Langley Events Centre Banquet Hall
(7888 200th Street, Langley)• Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm• This non-partisan All Candidates Meeting is
free to attend.
Langley Riding All Candidates MeetingCo-hosted by the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce and the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board. Venue provided by Kwantlen Polytechnic University.• Date: Thursday, April 25, 2013• Location: Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Auditorium (20901 Langley Bypass, Langley)• Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm• This non-partisan All Candidates Meeting is
free to attend.
Please Note: Cancellations will not be refunded within 24 hours of any Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce events.
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THE VOICE OF BUSINESS FOR THE CITY AND TOWNSHIP OF LANGLEY
WHO’S WHO at the CHAMBER
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEPresident ~ Angie Quaale, Well Seasoned Gourmet Foods Inc.1st Vice-President ~ Kristine Simpson, KPMG2nd Vice President ~ Brian Dougherty, Horizon Landscape Contractors Inc.Secretary/Treasurer ~ Eric Wilson, BDO Canada LLPPast President ~ Denni Bonetti, Bonetti Meats (2010) Ltd.
COMMUNITY DIRECTORSAldergrove ~ Michelle Chandra, Sutton West Coast RealtyLangley City ~ Scott T. Johnston, Campbell, Burton & McMullan LLPNorth Langley ~ Viviane Barber, Facet Advisors Inc.South Langley ~ Danielle Nielsen, Aldergrove Credit Union
DIRECTORS AT LARGEKris Mohammed, Buy Rite Business FurnishingsMary Reeves, Big Brothers Big Sisters of LangleyScott Waddle, Precision Auto Service Ltd.Sharon Newbery, Rheanew Business Solutions Inc.Tammy Rea, TD Canada TrustJane Fee, Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce, #1 - 5761 Glover Road, Langley V3A 8M8
604-530-6656 | Fax: 604-530-7066Email: [email protected] | www.langleychamber.com
Check out the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce on Facebook at facebook.com/langleychamber
THE VOICE OF BUSINESS CONTACTS:Barb SytkoThe Langley Times, Advertising Sales [email protected]
Jaclyn Van Den BergThe Voice of Business, Newsletter [email protected]
Lynn WhitehouseGreater Langley Chamber of Commerce Executive [email protected]
MEMBERPROFILING OUR NEWEST MEMBERS
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Phasing Out the PennyWhat you need to knowDid you know?It costs 1.6 cents to make a single penny. This is one reason
why the Government of Canada is phasing out the penny.Starting February 4, 2013, the Government of Canada
stopped distributing pennies. For cash payments and change owed, retailers will decide
how to adjust the final cash amount.Here is how rounding may be applied:Round down: $1.01 or $1.02 = $1.00Round down: $1.06 or $1.07 = $1.05Round up: $1.03 or $1.04 = $1.05Round up: $1.08 or $1.09 = $1.10Electronic transactions will not be impacted.Visit actionplan.gc.ca/penny or call 1-800-O-Canada
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Monday, February 18th marks the beginning of Chamber of Commerce Week 2013. Cham-ber Week brings awareness to the important work Chambers do to stimulate local econo-mies, promote their community, and engage in multi-level advocacy which benefits the entire province.The network of Chambers of Commerce across
BC is the most influential business organiza-tion in the province. As the key representatives of their business community to government, Chambers actively listen to business needs and continually articulate them to government at all levels.Chambers of Commerce support businesses through benefit programs, services and edu-
cation. Being community based means that Chambers are funded entirely by their mem-bers, events and sponsorship. This community investment is what drives Chambers of Com-merce to directly support and stimulate local economies, and work collaboratively to create vibrant communities around the province.Thank you for your support!
Chamber of Commerce Week 2013
“Networking with a Twist!”
YOU’RE INVITED TO …Monthly Mingles!Hosted by the U40 Young Professionals Group
Monthly Mingles: The 3rd Thursday of the Month• Thursday, February 21st • Thursday, March 21stEarls Kitchen + Bar Langley 600 - 6339 200 Street4:30 pm to 6:30 pmThis event is FREE for all Chamber members and RSVP is required for catering purposes:p: 604-530-6656 e: [email protected] w: www.langleychamber.com
GREATER LANGLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 1-5761 Glover Road, Langley V3A 8M8 • www.langleychamber.com • 604.530.6656 • Fax: 604.530.7066 • email: [email protected]
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