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Prefer to read this email online? Click here. You receive this email because you are a member of the DuncanCowichan Chamber of Commerce or have expressed an interest in the Chamber. Canada's AntiSpam Laws require us to document express consent from everyone receiving the Chamber eNews and other electronic correspondence. Follow the links below to signal your express consent to continue receiving Chamber news, events, offers and member information. Don't forget to add [email protected] to your address book so we'll be sure to land in your inbox. You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails. Connect. Engage. Achieve. Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce eNews ‐ Fri. July 3/15 Follow us: Proud member of ... TODAY is the last Day to Save Like an RBC Employee. IT'S BACK. Get the same great mortgage rate as our employees, complete with our flexible prepayment options and expert advice. More details here. Brett Hopwo 250.715.5201 | [email protected] David McDill 250.510.3455 | [email protected] Purolator Savings! Chamber Members Now Receive 25% Off Purolator. Click here to register Advisories BANNED: Open Fires & Campfires Stage 3 Water Restrictions: Honeymoon Bay, Burnam & Sunfest Kick Off Tickets still available for members Complimentary Sunfest Tickets for Chamber Members Still Available Missed our Chamber Breakfast? We still have tickets available for Sunfest's Thursday night July 30 Kick Off Party featuring Lee Brice. The evening starts a pm with performances by Jesse Roper, Bucko & Toad, and Robyn & Ryleigh. You' need to bring your own blankets or lawn chairs. Pop by the Chamber Office Monday to Friday to pick up your ticket/s (2 per activ Chamber Member). Or email [email protected] to hold your tickets until you can pick them up. NB: Onsite Sunfest parking is completely sold out! There is some parking on th

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Proud member of

TODAY is the last Day to Save Like an RBC Employee

ITS BACK Get the same great mortgage rate as our employeescomplete with our flexible prepayment options and expertadvice

More details here

Brett Hopwo 2507155201 | bretthopworbccomDavid McDill 2505103455 | davidmcdillrbccom

Purolator Savings

Chamber Members NowReceive 25 Off Purolator

Click here to register

Advisories

BANNED Open Firesamp Campfires

Stage 3 Water RestrictionsHoneymoon Bay Burnam amp

Sunfest Kick Off Tickets still available for members

Complimentary Sunfest Tickets for Chamber Members Still AvailableMissed our Chamber Breakfast We still have tickets available for SunfestsThursday night July 30 Kick Off Party featuring Lee Brice The evening starts at 5pm with performances by Jesse Roper Bucko amp Toad and Robyn amp Ryleigh Youllneed to bring your own blankets or lawn chairs Pop by the Chamber Office Monday to Friday to pick up your tickets (2 per activeChamber Member) Or email managerduncanccbcca to hold your tickets untilyou can pick them upNB Onsite Sunfest parking is completely sold out There is some parking on the

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Lambourn Est Water System

Stage 2 Water RestrictionsElsewhere

BC Chamber News

BC Chamber Advocacy

BC Chamber Latest News

BC Chamber Newsletters

In the News

Tourism Cowichan eNews

TIABC Newsletters

Tourism Victoria

BDC In Business Newsletter

BBB News amp Events

BC Jobs Plan Newsletters

ALL BC Govt Newsletters

Local News On‐line

Duncan Road ConstructionUpdates

Van Isl Rd Conditions

Subscribe to select CVRDNews Minutes Alerts etc

My Cowichan Valley Now

Cowichan Valley Citizen

TasteCowichan

Cowichan Valley Voice

Shaw goIsland

Benefit Providers

Business Resources

east side of the Trans Canada but its recommended you use the convenient hourlyshuttle Its just $5 There are hourly pickups from the Island Savings Centre inDuncan or the Fuller Lake Arena in Chemainus The shuttle runs 4 pm until 1 am

Sunfest ParkingWe receive occasional inquiries for secured Sunfest parking If you have a securedyard and would be interested in short term parking during Sunfest please let usknow

chamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111

Chamber on Tour ‐ Summer 2015

Chemainus Theatre amp Chemainus Best Western July 7Chamber on Tour is going backstage at the the Chemainus Theatre Festival andthen heading on down the street to enjoy the hospitality of the Best Western PlusChemainus Inn We meet at the Theatre at 10 am on July 7 and anticipate a 60minute tour Then attendees can drive or walk to the Best Western This is a freeevent for Chamber members

Chamber on Tour Chemainus Theatre amp Chemainus Best WesternTues July 7 10 am ‐ 1 pm

Meet at Chemainus Theatre Festival at 10 am9737 Chemainus Rd

RSVP to chamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111

Botanical Bliss July 15Chamber on Tour visits Botanical Bliss gardens and personal care productmanufacturing facility on Wed July 15 at 10 am Botanical Bliss crafts a selectionof natural beautiful personal care products ‐ and grow most of their ownbotanical ingredients Well tour the gardens learn properties for herbs amp flowersand sample sniff and explore what puts the bliss in Botanical Bliss this yearsBlack Tie Green Business Award winner

Chamber on Tour ‐ Botanical BlissWed July 15 10 am6119 Lakeview Ave

Free to Members RSVP Requiredchamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111

Were working on a tour to follow Botanical Bliss Watchthe eNews for Updates

Unsworth Vineyards ‐ July 22Were headed to Unsworth Vineyards on Wed July 22 11 am Plan to spend an hoursampling wines touring the grounds and viewing the restaurant farm‐to‐tablegarden We understand Unsworths Scott Robertson Black Tie Customer ServiceFinalist will be on hand to share his expertise

Chamber on Tour ‐ Unsworth VineyardsWed July 22 11 am

2915 Cameron Taggart RdFree to Chamber Members RSVP Required

RSVP to chamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111

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LNG Buy BC Register YourBusiness for LNG Sector amp

International Opportunities

Cowichans CommunityProfiles

Tourism CowichanStakeholder Information

BizPal 1 Stop BusinessPermitting

Trades in BC Overview fromIndustry Training Authority

Canada‐BC Jobs Grant

CVRD Meetings

Duncan Council Mtgs

North Cowichan Mtgs

Small Business BC ‐Webinars amp More

Official Trade amp InvestmentSite for BC

Mentorship BC

Province of BC ‐ BusinessManagement Tools

Opportunities

Chamber Job Board

Global Vocational Job Board

CVRD Tenders amp RFPs

How to Do Business withBC Govt

Provincial Opportunities ‐BC Bid

Government of CanadaTenders

Quick Links

Join the Chamber

Business Directory

Chamber Events

Future Chamber Events

Save the Dates for Upcoming EventsJuly 29 Chamber on Tour visits Arbutus Ridge Golf Club and Damali Lavender Farmamp WineryAug 19 ‐ Chamber on Tour visits Live Edge DesignSept 24 ‐ Chamber Luncheon at Providence Farm2 Evenings in October Lvl 1 First Aid special Members‐only pricing Date to comeOct 6 ‐ Mixer Cowichan Sound amp CellularOct 23 ‐ Business Showcase amp Chamber Luncheon with Aerospace Industries Assocof Canada presentingOct 23 ‐ Seminars Market Analysis for Small Business with Small Business BC ampDigital Marketing for Small Business with Yellow PagesNov 24 ‐ Chamber AGMNov 26 ‐ Sport Tourism with John Elzinga CVRD Chamber LuncheonJan2816 ‐ Steelhead LNG presents at Chamber Luncheon

More details to come

This Weekend amp Coming Soon

39 Days of July Now through Aug 3Its time for the 39 Days of July ‐ CowichanSummer Festival 2015 in Downtown Duncan Yesthere are 39 days taken up with free to thepublic musical treats in a festival atmosphere indowntown Duncan from long weekend to longweekend June 26th through till August 3rdTo find out whats planned please check the upcoming events or view the completecalendar The Cowichan Regional Visitor Centrealso has a supply of festival programs on hand to

give the many visitors and locals who want to enjoy these free events

Twist amp Shout ‐ On Now ‐ Chemainus Theatre FestivalPopular music was never the same after the British Invasion of the 1960s Newartists with groovy new sounds flocked to North America ‐ where an adoringpublic rocketed their music to the top of the charts Twist amp Shout is an

energetic authentic and acclaimed production that recreatesthe British Invasion with a dose of nostalgia and fun

Twist amp Shout The British Invasion at Chemainus TheatreFestival

Now Until Aug 29Tickets available

At the Box Office ‐ 9737 Chemainus Way | By Phone 1‐800‐565‐7738 | Online

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Maple Bay Marina Presents Sunday Music with Stew ‐ FREE July amp Aug Come by land or sea and enjoy STEW the dynamic duo of Brent Hutchinson amp TerryWicks as they play a multi‐flavoured blend of swinging 30s sweet ballads spicy bluesdash of country and classic folk rock favourites Stew performs Sundays at Maple BayMarina 11 am ‐ 1 pm Parking is available Nightly moorage is available too and requiresa reservation

Sunday Music with Stew Hosted by Maple Bay Marina6145 Genoa Bay Rd

Moorage Reservations 2507468482 | 18667468482Sundays in July and August

Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre Open Daily 9 am ‐ 5 pm with extended hours to 6 pm WED ‐ SAT

June 2015 Visitor Stats up 23 over last June What a great month for visitors to the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre We serviced 2367 visitors up from 1900 inJune 2014 Because June traditionally is a busy month for European travellers we made a point of tracking visitororigins for our European visitors Top 4 visitor origins Germany Britain Netherlands Switzerland We were thankfulto have 2 volunteer counsellors fluent in German Another interesting stat Weve had a substantial increase in online inquiries with the majority of visitor packagesheading to the US all noting they are planning a visit to the Cowichan this year Did you know the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre fills all the requests for visitor info from the Tourism Cowichan website Another great partnership withTourism Cowichan Economic Development Cowichan and the CVRD

CRVC travel counsellors tour ChemainusOur Visitor Services team were treated to a morning familiarization tour of the many businesses in downtownChemainus including Chamber members Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn Chemainus Theatre Festival and TheSilvermine on Chemainus Many thanks to the Chemainus BIA for setting up this tour complete with transportationby horse and carriage Our volunteers were very impressed with several Chemainus businesses they had not visitedbefore

CRVC Travel Counsellors Go Whale WatchingOur Visitor Services team also participated in a Whale Watching FAM tour compliments of Chamber Member OrcaSpirit Adventures out of Victoria Harbour Great evening spotting at least 20 Orcas off San Juan Island

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This Just In

Tourism Cowichan looking for advertising support in Times Colonist AUG 20 special Cowichan feature Ads cost as little as $78 This is a great way for businesses to advertise in a medium they may not otherwise be ableto afford Lets showcase all that Cowichan has to offer to people in Victoria and across the island Contact CathnyMailhot Tourism Cowichan for more information Cathy Mailhot or 250‐510‐5586

Heres a link to June feature

Volunteer BC Conference Sept 24 amp 25 RichmondVolunteer Futures hosts their annual training event this Sept 24 amp 25 at theExecutive Airport Plaza Hotel in Richmond Everyone is welcome Programming issuited to Board‐level volunteers Volunteer Managers and Staff from non‐profitorganizations Attendees come from all sectors including healthcare social servicessport education and volunteer driven organizations This years keynote speaker is

Linda Tarrant ‐ her fact‐filled straight‐shooting and downright funny keynote will challenge delegates to thinkdifferently inspire others and make a difference

Volunteer Futures ‐ Annual ConferenceSept 24 ‐ 25 Richmond

WorkSafe Rate Changes Consultation Sessions July 30WorkSafe is travelling the province to communicate their insurance rates for the coming year They will provide anoverview of the preliminary rates and outline injury trends in BC The session will include information on how toreduce injuries and manage claims Experts will be on hand to answer questions

WorkSafe Rate Changes Consultation SessionsNanaimo July 30 830 am ‐ 1100 am

Victoria July 30 2 ‐ 430 pmThis is a free event but RSVPs are required

For details or to RSVP 6042477333 | ratesworksafebccom

Small Business BC ‐ July Seminars amp WebinarsSmall Business BC July Education Series

Member News

Heart amp Stroke Foundation PAD Program ‐ Provides Defibrillators amp Training to Qualified ApplicantsReceive an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) through the Heart amp Stroke Foundation of BC amp Yukon TheFoundations Public Access to Defibrillation (PAD) program fully funds and places defibrillators in public facilities Theprogram includes training for up to 10 individuals Immediate CPR amp AED increases heart attack survival by 75Delay response by 12 minutes and heart attack survival plummets to just 5 With stats like this its good to knowmore public places will have AEDs

Click here for details or to see if you qualify for a free AED

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The Chamber and St John Ambulance will offer a First Aid course including CPR this fall Watch the eNews

Sunset Cinema is Back Fri July 17 with Big Hero 6 Coastal Community Credit Union (CCCU) brings Sunset Cinema to Cowichan again thissummer Big Hero 6 plays outside at the Cowichan Sportsplex on Fri July 17 This is afree family event Bring a blanket or lawn chair ready for the movie to start when itgets dark Pick up some snacks and beverages from the concession then settle in to seeBig Hero 6 Coastal Volunteers run the concession and proceeds go to CCCUs YoungEntrepreneur program in local schools In fact young entrepreneurs from last yearsprogram will have their wares on that grounds ‐ expect to see out‐of‐the‐box ideas

Coastal Community Presents Sunset Cinema ‐ Big Hero 6Fri July 17 Movies starts at dark (about 930 pm)

Cowichan Sportsplex 5847 Chesterfield AveFREE Admission | Concession Stand Proceeds to CCCUs Young Entrepreneur Program

Click here to see dates amp times for Sunset Cinema throughout Vancouver IslandCome early and see Young Entrepreneurs displays amp products for sale

Vancouver Island Businesses ‐ Register for International Business OpportunitiesThe new LNG ‐ BuyBC website and database lists business for the LNG sector AND for all aspects of foreigninvestment Click here for details info on prospective investors amp registration

Summer Hours for Maple Bay MarinaMaple Bay Marina has switched to their summer hours to serve guests better

Mariners Market amp Espresso Bar Daily 8 am ‐ 6 pmFuel Dock Until Sept 6 8 am ‐ 730 pm

Need ice a soda chips or an ice cream after 6 pm They are available at the fuel dockHail us on VHF 66A for fuel service

Maple Bay Marina6145 Maple Bay Rd

infomaplebaymarinacom | 2507468482 | TF 8667468482

Unsworth Vineyards Open House ‐ July 18Come by Unsworth Vineyards amp Restaurant Sat July 18 from 11 am to 6 pm Its free to attend and everyone iswelcome Youll enjoy

New Wine Releases including our 2013 Pinot Noir | Barrel sampling with our Winemaker Daniel CosmanSelf guided tours and guided wine tours at Noon 2 pm amp 4 pm | Live Music by the Twisted Vine String Band

The Wandering Mullosk Oyster Bar with wine pairingsLocal Artists amp Producers | Picnics restaurant specials amp more

Unsworth Vineyards Open House

Sat July 18 11 am ‐ 6 pm2915 Cameron Taggart Rd

FreeStaying for a meal Restaurant Reservations Recommended 2509292292 ex 1

Cowichan Valley Hospice Society ‐ 8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11 ‐ Mardi Gras ThemeThe Annual Golf for Hospice is back for its 8th year supporting compassionate hospice care for Cowichan familiesliving with advancing illness or grieving the loss of a loved oneThis years theme is Mardi Gras with prizes for best costumes Be prepared to have fun and partake in the silly side

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with games or test your skill with challenges for advanced golfers Stay for the Mardi Gras dinner cruise the deals atthe Silent Auction or bid during the Live Auction ‐ all in support of continued free hospice services to CowichanfamiliesOrganizers encourage you to consider sponsoring this popular event or get your sparkle on and volunteer for theMardi Gras Decorating Committee

8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11Cowichan Golf amp Country Club 4955 Trans Canada Hwy Early Bird Entry $135 Until June 30 | $150 as of July 1

Event Information eventscvhsshawca | 2507014242Sponsorship amp Volunteers tbernatchezviicca | 2507438013

Details amp Entry Form Poster to Print amp Post

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Worlds First Wireless (No lines no tether no kidding) Bungee Jumphttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=8M6M1ZDo8N8

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Lambourn Est Water System

Stage 2 Water RestrictionsElsewhere

BC Chamber News

BC Chamber Advocacy

BC Chamber Latest News

BC Chamber Newsletters

In the News

Tourism Cowichan eNews

TIABC Newsletters

Tourism Victoria

BDC In Business Newsletter

BBB News amp Events

BC Jobs Plan Newsletters

ALL BC Govt Newsletters

Local News On‐line

Duncan Road ConstructionUpdates

Van Isl Rd Conditions

Subscribe to select CVRDNews Minutes Alerts etc

My Cowichan Valley Now

Cowichan Valley Citizen

TasteCowichan

Cowichan Valley Voice

Shaw goIsland

Benefit Providers

Business Resources

east side of the Trans Canada but its recommended you use the convenient hourlyshuttle Its just $5 There are hourly pickups from the Island Savings Centre inDuncan or the Fuller Lake Arena in Chemainus The shuttle runs 4 pm until 1 am

Sunfest ParkingWe receive occasional inquiries for secured Sunfest parking If you have a securedyard and would be interested in short term parking during Sunfest please let usknow

chamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111

Chamber on Tour ‐ Summer 2015

Chemainus Theatre amp Chemainus Best Western July 7Chamber on Tour is going backstage at the the Chemainus Theatre Festival andthen heading on down the street to enjoy the hospitality of the Best Western PlusChemainus Inn We meet at the Theatre at 10 am on July 7 and anticipate a 60minute tour Then attendees can drive or walk to the Best Western This is a freeevent for Chamber members

Chamber on Tour Chemainus Theatre amp Chemainus Best WesternTues July 7 10 am ‐ 1 pm

Meet at Chemainus Theatre Festival at 10 am9737 Chemainus Rd

RSVP to chamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111

Botanical Bliss July 15Chamber on Tour visits Botanical Bliss gardens and personal care productmanufacturing facility on Wed July 15 at 10 am Botanical Bliss crafts a selectionof natural beautiful personal care products ‐ and grow most of their ownbotanical ingredients Well tour the gardens learn properties for herbs amp flowersand sample sniff and explore what puts the bliss in Botanical Bliss this yearsBlack Tie Green Business Award winner

Chamber on Tour ‐ Botanical BlissWed July 15 10 am6119 Lakeview Ave

Free to Members RSVP Requiredchamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111

Were working on a tour to follow Botanical Bliss Watchthe eNews for Updates

Unsworth Vineyards ‐ July 22Were headed to Unsworth Vineyards on Wed July 22 11 am Plan to spend an hoursampling wines touring the grounds and viewing the restaurant farm‐to‐tablegarden We understand Unsworths Scott Robertson Black Tie Customer ServiceFinalist will be on hand to share his expertise

Chamber on Tour ‐ Unsworth VineyardsWed July 22 11 am

2915 Cameron Taggart RdFree to Chamber Members RSVP Required

RSVP to chamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111

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LNG Buy BC Register YourBusiness for LNG Sector amp

International Opportunities

Cowichans CommunityProfiles

Tourism CowichanStakeholder Information

BizPal 1 Stop BusinessPermitting

Trades in BC Overview fromIndustry Training Authority

Canada‐BC Jobs Grant

CVRD Meetings

Duncan Council Mtgs

North Cowichan Mtgs

Small Business BC ‐Webinars amp More

Official Trade amp InvestmentSite for BC

Mentorship BC

Province of BC ‐ BusinessManagement Tools

Opportunities

Chamber Job Board

Global Vocational Job Board

CVRD Tenders amp RFPs

How to Do Business withBC Govt

Provincial Opportunities ‐BC Bid

Government of CanadaTenders

Quick Links

Join the Chamber

Business Directory

Chamber Events

Future Chamber Events

Save the Dates for Upcoming EventsJuly 29 Chamber on Tour visits Arbutus Ridge Golf Club and Damali Lavender Farmamp WineryAug 19 ‐ Chamber on Tour visits Live Edge DesignSept 24 ‐ Chamber Luncheon at Providence Farm2 Evenings in October Lvl 1 First Aid special Members‐only pricing Date to comeOct 6 ‐ Mixer Cowichan Sound amp CellularOct 23 ‐ Business Showcase amp Chamber Luncheon with Aerospace Industries Assocof Canada presentingOct 23 ‐ Seminars Market Analysis for Small Business with Small Business BC ampDigital Marketing for Small Business with Yellow PagesNov 24 ‐ Chamber AGMNov 26 ‐ Sport Tourism with John Elzinga CVRD Chamber LuncheonJan2816 ‐ Steelhead LNG presents at Chamber Luncheon

More details to come

This Weekend amp Coming Soon

39 Days of July Now through Aug 3Its time for the 39 Days of July ‐ CowichanSummer Festival 2015 in Downtown Duncan Yesthere are 39 days taken up with free to thepublic musical treats in a festival atmosphere indowntown Duncan from long weekend to longweekend June 26th through till August 3rdTo find out whats planned please check the upcoming events or view the completecalendar The Cowichan Regional Visitor Centrealso has a supply of festival programs on hand to

give the many visitors and locals who want to enjoy these free events

Twist amp Shout ‐ On Now ‐ Chemainus Theatre FestivalPopular music was never the same after the British Invasion of the 1960s Newartists with groovy new sounds flocked to North America ‐ where an adoringpublic rocketed their music to the top of the charts Twist amp Shout is an

energetic authentic and acclaimed production that recreatesthe British Invasion with a dose of nostalgia and fun

Twist amp Shout The British Invasion at Chemainus TheatreFestival

Now Until Aug 29Tickets available

At the Box Office ‐ 9737 Chemainus Way | By Phone 1‐800‐565‐7738 | Online

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Maple Bay Marina Presents Sunday Music with Stew ‐ FREE July amp Aug Come by land or sea and enjoy STEW the dynamic duo of Brent Hutchinson amp TerryWicks as they play a multi‐flavoured blend of swinging 30s sweet ballads spicy bluesdash of country and classic folk rock favourites Stew performs Sundays at Maple BayMarina 11 am ‐ 1 pm Parking is available Nightly moorage is available too and requiresa reservation

Sunday Music with Stew Hosted by Maple Bay Marina6145 Genoa Bay Rd

Moorage Reservations 2507468482 | 18667468482Sundays in July and August

Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre Open Daily 9 am ‐ 5 pm with extended hours to 6 pm WED ‐ SAT

June 2015 Visitor Stats up 23 over last June What a great month for visitors to the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre We serviced 2367 visitors up from 1900 inJune 2014 Because June traditionally is a busy month for European travellers we made a point of tracking visitororigins for our European visitors Top 4 visitor origins Germany Britain Netherlands Switzerland We were thankfulto have 2 volunteer counsellors fluent in German Another interesting stat Weve had a substantial increase in online inquiries with the majority of visitor packagesheading to the US all noting they are planning a visit to the Cowichan this year Did you know the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre fills all the requests for visitor info from the Tourism Cowichan website Another great partnership withTourism Cowichan Economic Development Cowichan and the CVRD

CRVC travel counsellors tour ChemainusOur Visitor Services team were treated to a morning familiarization tour of the many businesses in downtownChemainus including Chamber members Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn Chemainus Theatre Festival and TheSilvermine on Chemainus Many thanks to the Chemainus BIA for setting up this tour complete with transportationby horse and carriage Our volunteers were very impressed with several Chemainus businesses they had not visitedbefore

CRVC Travel Counsellors Go Whale WatchingOur Visitor Services team also participated in a Whale Watching FAM tour compliments of Chamber Member OrcaSpirit Adventures out of Victoria Harbour Great evening spotting at least 20 Orcas off San Juan Island

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This Just In

Tourism Cowichan looking for advertising support in Times Colonist AUG 20 special Cowichan feature Ads cost as little as $78 This is a great way for businesses to advertise in a medium they may not otherwise be ableto afford Lets showcase all that Cowichan has to offer to people in Victoria and across the island Contact CathnyMailhot Tourism Cowichan for more information Cathy Mailhot or 250‐510‐5586

Heres a link to June feature

Volunteer BC Conference Sept 24 amp 25 RichmondVolunteer Futures hosts their annual training event this Sept 24 amp 25 at theExecutive Airport Plaza Hotel in Richmond Everyone is welcome Programming issuited to Board‐level volunteers Volunteer Managers and Staff from non‐profitorganizations Attendees come from all sectors including healthcare social servicessport education and volunteer driven organizations This years keynote speaker is

Linda Tarrant ‐ her fact‐filled straight‐shooting and downright funny keynote will challenge delegates to thinkdifferently inspire others and make a difference

Volunteer Futures ‐ Annual ConferenceSept 24 ‐ 25 Richmond

WorkSafe Rate Changes Consultation Sessions July 30WorkSafe is travelling the province to communicate their insurance rates for the coming year They will provide anoverview of the preliminary rates and outline injury trends in BC The session will include information on how toreduce injuries and manage claims Experts will be on hand to answer questions

WorkSafe Rate Changes Consultation SessionsNanaimo July 30 830 am ‐ 1100 am

Victoria July 30 2 ‐ 430 pmThis is a free event but RSVPs are required

For details or to RSVP 6042477333 | ratesworksafebccom

Small Business BC ‐ July Seminars amp WebinarsSmall Business BC July Education Series

Member News

Heart amp Stroke Foundation PAD Program ‐ Provides Defibrillators amp Training to Qualified ApplicantsReceive an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) through the Heart amp Stroke Foundation of BC amp Yukon TheFoundations Public Access to Defibrillation (PAD) program fully funds and places defibrillators in public facilities Theprogram includes training for up to 10 individuals Immediate CPR amp AED increases heart attack survival by 75Delay response by 12 minutes and heart attack survival plummets to just 5 With stats like this its good to knowmore public places will have AEDs

Click here for details or to see if you qualify for a free AED

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The Chamber and St John Ambulance will offer a First Aid course including CPR this fall Watch the eNews

Sunset Cinema is Back Fri July 17 with Big Hero 6 Coastal Community Credit Union (CCCU) brings Sunset Cinema to Cowichan again thissummer Big Hero 6 plays outside at the Cowichan Sportsplex on Fri July 17 This is afree family event Bring a blanket or lawn chair ready for the movie to start when itgets dark Pick up some snacks and beverages from the concession then settle in to seeBig Hero 6 Coastal Volunteers run the concession and proceeds go to CCCUs YoungEntrepreneur program in local schools In fact young entrepreneurs from last yearsprogram will have their wares on that grounds ‐ expect to see out‐of‐the‐box ideas

Coastal Community Presents Sunset Cinema ‐ Big Hero 6Fri July 17 Movies starts at dark (about 930 pm)

Cowichan Sportsplex 5847 Chesterfield AveFREE Admission | Concession Stand Proceeds to CCCUs Young Entrepreneur Program

Click here to see dates amp times for Sunset Cinema throughout Vancouver IslandCome early and see Young Entrepreneurs displays amp products for sale

Vancouver Island Businesses ‐ Register for International Business OpportunitiesThe new LNG ‐ BuyBC website and database lists business for the LNG sector AND for all aspects of foreigninvestment Click here for details info on prospective investors amp registration

Summer Hours for Maple Bay MarinaMaple Bay Marina has switched to their summer hours to serve guests better

Mariners Market amp Espresso Bar Daily 8 am ‐ 6 pmFuel Dock Until Sept 6 8 am ‐ 730 pm

Need ice a soda chips or an ice cream after 6 pm They are available at the fuel dockHail us on VHF 66A for fuel service

Maple Bay Marina6145 Maple Bay Rd

infomaplebaymarinacom | 2507468482 | TF 8667468482

Unsworth Vineyards Open House ‐ July 18Come by Unsworth Vineyards amp Restaurant Sat July 18 from 11 am to 6 pm Its free to attend and everyone iswelcome Youll enjoy

New Wine Releases including our 2013 Pinot Noir | Barrel sampling with our Winemaker Daniel CosmanSelf guided tours and guided wine tours at Noon 2 pm amp 4 pm | Live Music by the Twisted Vine String Band

The Wandering Mullosk Oyster Bar with wine pairingsLocal Artists amp Producers | Picnics restaurant specials amp more

Unsworth Vineyards Open House

Sat July 18 11 am ‐ 6 pm2915 Cameron Taggart Rd

FreeStaying for a meal Restaurant Reservations Recommended 2509292292 ex 1

Cowichan Valley Hospice Society ‐ 8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11 ‐ Mardi Gras ThemeThe Annual Golf for Hospice is back for its 8th year supporting compassionate hospice care for Cowichan familiesliving with advancing illness or grieving the loss of a loved oneThis years theme is Mardi Gras with prizes for best costumes Be prepared to have fun and partake in the silly side

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with games or test your skill with challenges for advanced golfers Stay for the Mardi Gras dinner cruise the deals atthe Silent Auction or bid during the Live Auction ‐ all in support of continued free hospice services to CowichanfamiliesOrganizers encourage you to consider sponsoring this popular event or get your sparkle on and volunteer for theMardi Gras Decorating Committee

8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11Cowichan Golf amp Country Club 4955 Trans Canada Hwy Early Bird Entry $135 Until June 30 | $150 as of July 1

Event Information eventscvhsshawca | 2507014242Sponsorship amp Volunteers tbernatchezviicca | 2507438013

Details amp Entry Form Poster to Print amp Post

Amazing Video

Worlds First Wireless (No lines no tether no kidding) Bungee Jumphttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=8M6M1ZDo8N8

Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce2896 Drinkwater Road Duncan BC V9L 6C2

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Save the Dates for Upcoming EventsJuly 29 Chamber on Tour visits Arbutus Ridge Golf Club and Damali Lavender Farmamp WineryAug 19 ‐ Chamber on Tour visits Live Edge DesignSept 24 ‐ Chamber Luncheon at Providence Farm2 Evenings in October Lvl 1 First Aid special Members‐only pricing Date to comeOct 6 ‐ Mixer Cowichan Sound amp CellularOct 23 ‐ Business Showcase amp Chamber Luncheon with Aerospace Industries Assocof Canada presentingOct 23 ‐ Seminars Market Analysis for Small Business with Small Business BC ampDigital Marketing for Small Business with Yellow PagesNov 24 ‐ Chamber AGMNov 26 ‐ Sport Tourism with John Elzinga CVRD Chamber LuncheonJan2816 ‐ Steelhead LNG presents at Chamber Luncheon

More details to come

This Weekend amp Coming Soon

39 Days of July Now through Aug 3Its time for the 39 Days of July ‐ CowichanSummer Festival 2015 in Downtown Duncan Yesthere are 39 days taken up with free to thepublic musical treats in a festival atmosphere indowntown Duncan from long weekend to longweekend June 26th through till August 3rdTo find out whats planned please check the upcoming events or view the completecalendar The Cowichan Regional Visitor Centrealso has a supply of festival programs on hand to

give the many visitors and locals who want to enjoy these free events

Twist amp Shout ‐ On Now ‐ Chemainus Theatre FestivalPopular music was never the same after the British Invasion of the 1960s Newartists with groovy new sounds flocked to North America ‐ where an adoringpublic rocketed their music to the top of the charts Twist amp Shout is an

energetic authentic and acclaimed production that recreatesthe British Invasion with a dose of nostalgia and fun

Twist amp Shout The British Invasion at Chemainus TheatreFestival

Now Until Aug 29Tickets available

At the Box Office ‐ 9737 Chemainus Way | By Phone 1‐800‐565‐7738 | Online

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Maple Bay Marina Presents Sunday Music with Stew ‐ FREE July amp Aug Come by land or sea and enjoy STEW the dynamic duo of Brent Hutchinson amp TerryWicks as they play a multi‐flavoured blend of swinging 30s sweet ballads spicy bluesdash of country and classic folk rock favourites Stew performs Sundays at Maple BayMarina 11 am ‐ 1 pm Parking is available Nightly moorage is available too and requiresa reservation

Sunday Music with Stew Hosted by Maple Bay Marina6145 Genoa Bay Rd

Moorage Reservations 2507468482 | 18667468482Sundays in July and August

Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre Open Daily 9 am ‐ 5 pm with extended hours to 6 pm WED ‐ SAT

June 2015 Visitor Stats up 23 over last June What a great month for visitors to the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre We serviced 2367 visitors up from 1900 inJune 2014 Because June traditionally is a busy month for European travellers we made a point of tracking visitororigins for our European visitors Top 4 visitor origins Germany Britain Netherlands Switzerland We were thankfulto have 2 volunteer counsellors fluent in German Another interesting stat Weve had a substantial increase in online inquiries with the majority of visitor packagesheading to the US all noting they are planning a visit to the Cowichan this year Did you know the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre fills all the requests for visitor info from the Tourism Cowichan website Another great partnership withTourism Cowichan Economic Development Cowichan and the CVRD

CRVC travel counsellors tour ChemainusOur Visitor Services team were treated to a morning familiarization tour of the many businesses in downtownChemainus including Chamber members Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn Chemainus Theatre Festival and TheSilvermine on Chemainus Many thanks to the Chemainus BIA for setting up this tour complete with transportationby horse and carriage Our volunteers were very impressed with several Chemainus businesses they had not visitedbefore

CRVC Travel Counsellors Go Whale WatchingOur Visitor Services team also participated in a Whale Watching FAM tour compliments of Chamber Member OrcaSpirit Adventures out of Victoria Harbour Great evening spotting at least 20 Orcas off San Juan Island

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Tourism Cowichan looking for advertising support in Times Colonist AUG 20 special Cowichan feature Ads cost as little as $78 This is a great way for businesses to advertise in a medium they may not otherwise be ableto afford Lets showcase all that Cowichan has to offer to people in Victoria and across the island Contact CathnyMailhot Tourism Cowichan for more information Cathy Mailhot or 250‐510‐5586

Heres a link to June feature

Volunteer BC Conference Sept 24 amp 25 RichmondVolunteer Futures hosts their annual training event this Sept 24 amp 25 at theExecutive Airport Plaza Hotel in Richmond Everyone is welcome Programming issuited to Board‐level volunteers Volunteer Managers and Staff from non‐profitorganizations Attendees come from all sectors including healthcare social servicessport education and volunteer driven organizations This years keynote speaker is

Linda Tarrant ‐ her fact‐filled straight‐shooting and downright funny keynote will challenge delegates to thinkdifferently inspire others and make a difference

Volunteer Futures ‐ Annual ConferenceSept 24 ‐ 25 Richmond

WorkSafe Rate Changes Consultation Sessions July 30WorkSafe is travelling the province to communicate their insurance rates for the coming year They will provide anoverview of the preliminary rates and outline injury trends in BC The session will include information on how toreduce injuries and manage claims Experts will be on hand to answer questions

WorkSafe Rate Changes Consultation SessionsNanaimo July 30 830 am ‐ 1100 am

Victoria July 30 2 ‐ 430 pmThis is a free event but RSVPs are required

For details or to RSVP 6042477333 | ratesworksafebccom

Small Business BC ‐ July Seminars amp WebinarsSmall Business BC July Education Series

Member News

Heart amp Stroke Foundation PAD Program ‐ Provides Defibrillators amp Training to Qualified ApplicantsReceive an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) through the Heart amp Stroke Foundation of BC amp Yukon TheFoundations Public Access to Defibrillation (PAD) program fully funds and places defibrillators in public facilities Theprogram includes training for up to 10 individuals Immediate CPR amp AED increases heart attack survival by 75Delay response by 12 minutes and heart attack survival plummets to just 5 With stats like this its good to knowmore public places will have AEDs

Click here for details or to see if you qualify for a free AED

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The Chamber and St John Ambulance will offer a First Aid course including CPR this fall Watch the eNews

Sunset Cinema is Back Fri July 17 with Big Hero 6 Coastal Community Credit Union (CCCU) brings Sunset Cinema to Cowichan again thissummer Big Hero 6 plays outside at the Cowichan Sportsplex on Fri July 17 This is afree family event Bring a blanket or lawn chair ready for the movie to start when itgets dark Pick up some snacks and beverages from the concession then settle in to seeBig Hero 6 Coastal Volunteers run the concession and proceeds go to CCCUs YoungEntrepreneur program in local schools In fact young entrepreneurs from last yearsprogram will have their wares on that grounds ‐ expect to see out‐of‐the‐box ideas

Coastal Community Presents Sunset Cinema ‐ Big Hero 6Fri July 17 Movies starts at dark (about 930 pm)

Cowichan Sportsplex 5847 Chesterfield AveFREE Admission | Concession Stand Proceeds to CCCUs Young Entrepreneur Program

Click here to see dates amp times for Sunset Cinema throughout Vancouver IslandCome early and see Young Entrepreneurs displays amp products for sale

Vancouver Island Businesses ‐ Register for International Business OpportunitiesThe new LNG ‐ BuyBC website and database lists business for the LNG sector AND for all aspects of foreigninvestment Click here for details info on prospective investors amp registration

Summer Hours for Maple Bay MarinaMaple Bay Marina has switched to their summer hours to serve guests better

Mariners Market amp Espresso Bar Daily 8 am ‐ 6 pmFuel Dock Until Sept 6 8 am ‐ 730 pm

Need ice a soda chips or an ice cream after 6 pm They are available at the fuel dockHail us on VHF 66A for fuel service

Maple Bay Marina6145 Maple Bay Rd

infomaplebaymarinacom | 2507468482 | TF 8667468482

Unsworth Vineyards Open House ‐ July 18Come by Unsworth Vineyards amp Restaurant Sat July 18 from 11 am to 6 pm Its free to attend and everyone iswelcome Youll enjoy

New Wine Releases including our 2013 Pinot Noir | Barrel sampling with our Winemaker Daniel CosmanSelf guided tours and guided wine tours at Noon 2 pm amp 4 pm | Live Music by the Twisted Vine String Band

The Wandering Mullosk Oyster Bar with wine pairingsLocal Artists amp Producers | Picnics restaurant specials amp more

Unsworth Vineyards Open House

Sat July 18 11 am ‐ 6 pm2915 Cameron Taggart Rd

FreeStaying for a meal Restaurant Reservations Recommended 2509292292 ex 1

Cowichan Valley Hospice Society ‐ 8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11 ‐ Mardi Gras ThemeThe Annual Golf for Hospice is back for its 8th year supporting compassionate hospice care for Cowichan familiesliving with advancing illness or grieving the loss of a loved oneThis years theme is Mardi Gras with prizes for best costumes Be prepared to have fun and partake in the silly side

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with games or test your skill with challenges for advanced golfers Stay for the Mardi Gras dinner cruise the deals atthe Silent Auction or bid during the Live Auction ‐ all in support of continued free hospice services to CowichanfamiliesOrganizers encourage you to consider sponsoring this popular event or get your sparkle on and volunteer for theMardi Gras Decorating Committee

8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11Cowichan Golf amp Country Club 4955 Trans Canada Hwy Early Bird Entry $135 Until June 30 | $150 as of July 1

Event Information eventscvhsshawca | 2507014242Sponsorship amp Volunteers tbernatchezviicca | 2507438013

Details amp Entry Form Poster to Print amp Post

Amazing Video

Worlds First Wireless (No lines no tether no kidding) Bungee Jumphttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=8M6M1ZDo8N8

Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce2896 Drinkwater Road Duncan BC V9L 6C2

E chamberduncanccbcca | T 2507481111 | F 2507468222____________________________________________________________________________________________________

The Chamber eNews is disseminated to the business community every Friday and carries Chamber and Member news Please send your news tochamberduncanccbcca by noon on Thurs for the Fri eNews Fifty word maximum please be sure to include date time location and priceas appropriate We include links contact information amp social media Items may be edited for brevity amp clarity Images should be suitable forthumbnail size Items run for 3 ‐ 4 weeks

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Maple Bay Marina Presents Sunday Music with Stew ‐ FREE July amp Aug Come by land or sea and enjoy STEW the dynamic duo of Brent Hutchinson amp TerryWicks as they play a multi‐flavoured blend of swinging 30s sweet ballads spicy bluesdash of country and classic folk rock favourites Stew performs Sundays at Maple BayMarina 11 am ‐ 1 pm Parking is available Nightly moorage is available too and requiresa reservation

Sunday Music with Stew Hosted by Maple Bay Marina6145 Genoa Bay Rd

Moorage Reservations 2507468482 | 18667468482Sundays in July and August

Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre Open Daily 9 am ‐ 5 pm with extended hours to 6 pm WED ‐ SAT

June 2015 Visitor Stats up 23 over last June What a great month for visitors to the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre We serviced 2367 visitors up from 1900 inJune 2014 Because June traditionally is a busy month for European travellers we made a point of tracking visitororigins for our European visitors Top 4 visitor origins Germany Britain Netherlands Switzerland We were thankfulto have 2 volunteer counsellors fluent in German Another interesting stat Weve had a substantial increase in online inquiries with the majority of visitor packagesheading to the US all noting they are planning a visit to the Cowichan this year Did you know the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre fills all the requests for visitor info from the Tourism Cowichan website Another great partnership withTourism Cowichan Economic Development Cowichan and the CVRD

CRVC travel counsellors tour ChemainusOur Visitor Services team were treated to a morning familiarization tour of the many businesses in downtownChemainus including Chamber members Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn Chemainus Theatre Festival and TheSilvermine on Chemainus Many thanks to the Chemainus BIA for setting up this tour complete with transportationby horse and carriage Our volunteers were very impressed with several Chemainus businesses they had not visitedbefore

CRVC Travel Counsellors Go Whale WatchingOur Visitor Services team also participated in a Whale Watching FAM tour compliments of Chamber Member OrcaSpirit Adventures out of Victoria Harbour Great evening spotting at least 20 Orcas off San Juan Island

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This Just In

Tourism Cowichan looking for advertising support in Times Colonist AUG 20 special Cowichan feature Ads cost as little as $78 This is a great way for businesses to advertise in a medium they may not otherwise be ableto afford Lets showcase all that Cowichan has to offer to people in Victoria and across the island Contact CathnyMailhot Tourism Cowichan for more information Cathy Mailhot or 250‐510‐5586

Heres a link to June feature

Volunteer BC Conference Sept 24 amp 25 RichmondVolunteer Futures hosts their annual training event this Sept 24 amp 25 at theExecutive Airport Plaza Hotel in Richmond Everyone is welcome Programming issuited to Board‐level volunteers Volunteer Managers and Staff from non‐profitorganizations Attendees come from all sectors including healthcare social servicessport education and volunteer driven organizations This years keynote speaker is

Linda Tarrant ‐ her fact‐filled straight‐shooting and downright funny keynote will challenge delegates to thinkdifferently inspire others and make a difference

Volunteer Futures ‐ Annual ConferenceSept 24 ‐ 25 Richmond

WorkSafe Rate Changes Consultation Sessions July 30WorkSafe is travelling the province to communicate their insurance rates for the coming year They will provide anoverview of the preliminary rates and outline injury trends in BC The session will include information on how toreduce injuries and manage claims Experts will be on hand to answer questions

WorkSafe Rate Changes Consultation SessionsNanaimo July 30 830 am ‐ 1100 am

Victoria July 30 2 ‐ 430 pmThis is a free event but RSVPs are required

For details or to RSVP 6042477333 | ratesworksafebccom

Small Business BC ‐ July Seminars amp WebinarsSmall Business BC July Education Series

Member News

Heart amp Stroke Foundation PAD Program ‐ Provides Defibrillators amp Training to Qualified ApplicantsReceive an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) through the Heart amp Stroke Foundation of BC amp Yukon TheFoundations Public Access to Defibrillation (PAD) program fully funds and places defibrillators in public facilities Theprogram includes training for up to 10 individuals Immediate CPR amp AED increases heart attack survival by 75Delay response by 12 minutes and heart attack survival plummets to just 5 With stats like this its good to knowmore public places will have AEDs

Click here for details or to see if you qualify for a free AED

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The Chamber and St John Ambulance will offer a First Aid course including CPR this fall Watch the eNews

Sunset Cinema is Back Fri July 17 with Big Hero 6 Coastal Community Credit Union (CCCU) brings Sunset Cinema to Cowichan again thissummer Big Hero 6 plays outside at the Cowichan Sportsplex on Fri July 17 This is afree family event Bring a blanket or lawn chair ready for the movie to start when itgets dark Pick up some snacks and beverages from the concession then settle in to seeBig Hero 6 Coastal Volunteers run the concession and proceeds go to CCCUs YoungEntrepreneur program in local schools In fact young entrepreneurs from last yearsprogram will have their wares on that grounds ‐ expect to see out‐of‐the‐box ideas

Coastal Community Presents Sunset Cinema ‐ Big Hero 6Fri July 17 Movies starts at dark (about 930 pm)

Cowichan Sportsplex 5847 Chesterfield AveFREE Admission | Concession Stand Proceeds to CCCUs Young Entrepreneur Program

Click here to see dates amp times for Sunset Cinema throughout Vancouver IslandCome early and see Young Entrepreneurs displays amp products for sale

Vancouver Island Businesses ‐ Register for International Business OpportunitiesThe new LNG ‐ BuyBC website and database lists business for the LNG sector AND for all aspects of foreigninvestment Click here for details info on prospective investors amp registration

Summer Hours for Maple Bay MarinaMaple Bay Marina has switched to their summer hours to serve guests better

Mariners Market amp Espresso Bar Daily 8 am ‐ 6 pmFuel Dock Until Sept 6 8 am ‐ 730 pm

Need ice a soda chips or an ice cream after 6 pm They are available at the fuel dockHail us on VHF 66A for fuel service

Maple Bay Marina6145 Maple Bay Rd

infomaplebaymarinacom | 2507468482 | TF 8667468482

Unsworth Vineyards Open House ‐ July 18Come by Unsworth Vineyards amp Restaurant Sat July 18 from 11 am to 6 pm Its free to attend and everyone iswelcome Youll enjoy

New Wine Releases including our 2013 Pinot Noir | Barrel sampling with our Winemaker Daniel CosmanSelf guided tours and guided wine tours at Noon 2 pm amp 4 pm | Live Music by the Twisted Vine String Band

The Wandering Mullosk Oyster Bar with wine pairingsLocal Artists amp Producers | Picnics restaurant specials amp more

Unsworth Vineyards Open House

Sat July 18 11 am ‐ 6 pm2915 Cameron Taggart Rd

FreeStaying for a meal Restaurant Reservations Recommended 2509292292 ex 1

Cowichan Valley Hospice Society ‐ 8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11 ‐ Mardi Gras ThemeThe Annual Golf for Hospice is back for its 8th year supporting compassionate hospice care for Cowichan familiesliving with advancing illness or grieving the loss of a loved oneThis years theme is Mardi Gras with prizes for best costumes Be prepared to have fun and partake in the silly side

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with games or test your skill with challenges for advanced golfers Stay for the Mardi Gras dinner cruise the deals atthe Silent Auction or bid during the Live Auction ‐ all in support of continued free hospice services to CowichanfamiliesOrganizers encourage you to consider sponsoring this popular event or get your sparkle on and volunteer for theMardi Gras Decorating Committee

8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11Cowichan Golf amp Country Club 4955 Trans Canada Hwy Early Bird Entry $135 Until June 30 | $150 as of July 1

Event Information eventscvhsshawca | 2507014242Sponsorship amp Volunteers tbernatchezviicca | 2507438013

Details amp Entry Form Poster to Print amp Post

Amazing Video

Worlds First Wireless (No lines no tether no kidding) Bungee Jumphttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=8M6M1ZDo8N8

Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce2896 Drinkwater Road Duncan BC V9L 6C2

E chamberduncanccbcca | T 2507481111 | F 2507468222____________________________________________________________________________________________________

The Chamber eNews is disseminated to the business community every Friday and carries Chamber and Member news Please send your news tochamberduncanccbcca by noon on Thurs for the Fri eNews Fifty word maximum please be sure to include date time location and priceas appropriate We include links contact information amp social media Items may be edited for brevity amp clarity Images should be suitable forthumbnail size Items run for 3 ‐ 4 weeks

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This Just In

Tourism Cowichan looking for advertising support in Times Colonist AUG 20 special Cowichan feature Ads cost as little as $78 This is a great way for businesses to advertise in a medium they may not otherwise be ableto afford Lets showcase all that Cowichan has to offer to people in Victoria and across the island Contact CathnyMailhot Tourism Cowichan for more information Cathy Mailhot or 250‐510‐5586

Heres a link to June feature

Volunteer BC Conference Sept 24 amp 25 RichmondVolunteer Futures hosts their annual training event this Sept 24 amp 25 at theExecutive Airport Plaza Hotel in Richmond Everyone is welcome Programming issuited to Board‐level volunteers Volunteer Managers and Staff from non‐profitorganizations Attendees come from all sectors including healthcare social servicessport education and volunteer driven organizations This years keynote speaker is

Linda Tarrant ‐ her fact‐filled straight‐shooting and downright funny keynote will challenge delegates to thinkdifferently inspire others and make a difference

Volunteer Futures ‐ Annual ConferenceSept 24 ‐ 25 Richmond

WorkSafe Rate Changes Consultation Sessions July 30WorkSafe is travelling the province to communicate their insurance rates for the coming year They will provide anoverview of the preliminary rates and outline injury trends in BC The session will include information on how toreduce injuries and manage claims Experts will be on hand to answer questions

WorkSafe Rate Changes Consultation SessionsNanaimo July 30 830 am ‐ 1100 am

Victoria July 30 2 ‐ 430 pmThis is a free event but RSVPs are required

For details or to RSVP 6042477333 | ratesworksafebccom

Small Business BC ‐ July Seminars amp WebinarsSmall Business BC July Education Series

Member News

Heart amp Stroke Foundation PAD Program ‐ Provides Defibrillators amp Training to Qualified ApplicantsReceive an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) through the Heart amp Stroke Foundation of BC amp Yukon TheFoundations Public Access to Defibrillation (PAD) program fully funds and places defibrillators in public facilities Theprogram includes training for up to 10 individuals Immediate CPR amp AED increases heart attack survival by 75Delay response by 12 minutes and heart attack survival plummets to just 5 With stats like this its good to knowmore public places will have AEDs

Click here for details or to see if you qualify for a free AED

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The Chamber and St John Ambulance will offer a First Aid course including CPR this fall Watch the eNews

Sunset Cinema is Back Fri July 17 with Big Hero 6 Coastal Community Credit Union (CCCU) brings Sunset Cinema to Cowichan again thissummer Big Hero 6 plays outside at the Cowichan Sportsplex on Fri July 17 This is afree family event Bring a blanket or lawn chair ready for the movie to start when itgets dark Pick up some snacks and beverages from the concession then settle in to seeBig Hero 6 Coastal Volunteers run the concession and proceeds go to CCCUs YoungEntrepreneur program in local schools In fact young entrepreneurs from last yearsprogram will have their wares on that grounds ‐ expect to see out‐of‐the‐box ideas

Coastal Community Presents Sunset Cinema ‐ Big Hero 6Fri July 17 Movies starts at dark (about 930 pm)

Cowichan Sportsplex 5847 Chesterfield AveFREE Admission | Concession Stand Proceeds to CCCUs Young Entrepreneur Program

Click here to see dates amp times for Sunset Cinema throughout Vancouver IslandCome early and see Young Entrepreneurs displays amp products for sale

Vancouver Island Businesses ‐ Register for International Business OpportunitiesThe new LNG ‐ BuyBC website and database lists business for the LNG sector AND for all aspects of foreigninvestment Click here for details info on prospective investors amp registration

Summer Hours for Maple Bay MarinaMaple Bay Marina has switched to their summer hours to serve guests better

Mariners Market amp Espresso Bar Daily 8 am ‐ 6 pmFuel Dock Until Sept 6 8 am ‐ 730 pm

Need ice a soda chips or an ice cream after 6 pm They are available at the fuel dockHail us on VHF 66A for fuel service

Maple Bay Marina6145 Maple Bay Rd

infomaplebaymarinacom | 2507468482 | TF 8667468482

Unsworth Vineyards Open House ‐ July 18Come by Unsworth Vineyards amp Restaurant Sat July 18 from 11 am to 6 pm Its free to attend and everyone iswelcome Youll enjoy

New Wine Releases including our 2013 Pinot Noir | Barrel sampling with our Winemaker Daniel CosmanSelf guided tours and guided wine tours at Noon 2 pm amp 4 pm | Live Music by the Twisted Vine String Band

The Wandering Mullosk Oyster Bar with wine pairingsLocal Artists amp Producers | Picnics restaurant specials amp more

Unsworth Vineyards Open House

Sat July 18 11 am ‐ 6 pm2915 Cameron Taggart Rd

FreeStaying for a meal Restaurant Reservations Recommended 2509292292 ex 1

Cowichan Valley Hospice Society ‐ 8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11 ‐ Mardi Gras ThemeThe Annual Golf for Hospice is back for its 8th year supporting compassionate hospice care for Cowichan familiesliving with advancing illness or grieving the loss of a loved oneThis years theme is Mardi Gras with prizes for best costumes Be prepared to have fun and partake in the silly side

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with games or test your skill with challenges for advanced golfers Stay for the Mardi Gras dinner cruise the deals atthe Silent Auction or bid during the Live Auction ‐ all in support of continued free hospice services to CowichanfamiliesOrganizers encourage you to consider sponsoring this popular event or get your sparkle on and volunteer for theMardi Gras Decorating Committee

8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11Cowichan Golf amp Country Club 4955 Trans Canada Hwy Early Bird Entry $135 Until June 30 | $150 as of July 1

Event Information eventscvhsshawca | 2507014242Sponsorship amp Volunteers tbernatchezviicca | 2507438013

Details amp Entry Form Poster to Print amp Post

Amazing Video

Worlds First Wireless (No lines no tether no kidding) Bungee Jumphttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=8M6M1ZDo8N8

Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce2896 Drinkwater Road Duncan BC V9L 6C2

E chamberduncanccbcca | T 2507481111 | F 2507468222____________________________________________________________________________________________________

The Chamber eNews is disseminated to the business community every Friday and carries Chamber and Member news Please send your news tochamberduncanccbcca by noon on Thurs for the Fri eNews Fifty word maximum please be sure to include date time location and priceas appropriate We include links contact information amp social media Items may be edited for brevity amp clarity Images should be suitable forthumbnail size Items run for 3 ‐ 4 weeks

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The Chamber and St John Ambulance will offer a First Aid course including CPR this fall Watch the eNews

Sunset Cinema is Back Fri July 17 with Big Hero 6 Coastal Community Credit Union (CCCU) brings Sunset Cinema to Cowichan again thissummer Big Hero 6 plays outside at the Cowichan Sportsplex on Fri July 17 This is afree family event Bring a blanket or lawn chair ready for the movie to start when itgets dark Pick up some snacks and beverages from the concession then settle in to seeBig Hero 6 Coastal Volunteers run the concession and proceeds go to CCCUs YoungEntrepreneur program in local schools In fact young entrepreneurs from last yearsprogram will have their wares on that grounds ‐ expect to see out‐of‐the‐box ideas

Coastal Community Presents Sunset Cinema ‐ Big Hero 6Fri July 17 Movies starts at dark (about 930 pm)

Cowichan Sportsplex 5847 Chesterfield AveFREE Admission | Concession Stand Proceeds to CCCUs Young Entrepreneur Program

Click here to see dates amp times for Sunset Cinema throughout Vancouver IslandCome early and see Young Entrepreneurs displays amp products for sale

Vancouver Island Businesses ‐ Register for International Business OpportunitiesThe new LNG ‐ BuyBC website and database lists business for the LNG sector AND for all aspects of foreigninvestment Click here for details info on prospective investors amp registration

Summer Hours for Maple Bay MarinaMaple Bay Marina has switched to their summer hours to serve guests better

Mariners Market amp Espresso Bar Daily 8 am ‐ 6 pmFuel Dock Until Sept 6 8 am ‐ 730 pm

Need ice a soda chips or an ice cream after 6 pm They are available at the fuel dockHail us on VHF 66A for fuel service

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Unsworth Vineyards Open House ‐ July 18Come by Unsworth Vineyards amp Restaurant Sat July 18 from 11 am to 6 pm Its free to attend and everyone iswelcome Youll enjoy

New Wine Releases including our 2013 Pinot Noir | Barrel sampling with our Winemaker Daniel CosmanSelf guided tours and guided wine tours at Noon 2 pm amp 4 pm | Live Music by the Twisted Vine String Band

The Wandering Mullosk Oyster Bar with wine pairingsLocal Artists amp Producers | Picnics restaurant specials amp more

Unsworth Vineyards Open House

Sat July 18 11 am ‐ 6 pm2915 Cameron Taggart Rd

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Cowichan Valley Hospice Society ‐ 8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11 ‐ Mardi Gras ThemeThe Annual Golf for Hospice is back for its 8th year supporting compassionate hospice care for Cowichan familiesliving with advancing illness or grieving the loss of a loved oneThis years theme is Mardi Gras with prizes for best costumes Be prepared to have fun and partake in the silly side

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with games or test your skill with challenges for advanced golfers Stay for the Mardi Gras dinner cruise the deals atthe Silent Auction or bid during the Live Auction ‐ all in support of continued free hospice services to CowichanfamiliesOrganizers encourage you to consider sponsoring this popular event or get your sparkle on and volunteer for theMardi Gras Decorating Committee

8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11Cowichan Golf amp Country Club 4955 Trans Canada Hwy Early Bird Entry $135 Until June 30 | $150 as of July 1

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Details amp Entry Form Poster to Print amp Post

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Worlds First Wireless (No lines no tether no kidding) Bungee Jumphttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=8M6M1ZDo8N8

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with games or test your skill with challenges for advanced golfers Stay for the Mardi Gras dinner cruise the deals atthe Silent Auction or bid during the Live Auction ‐ all in support of continued free hospice services to CowichanfamiliesOrganizers encourage you to consider sponsoring this popular event or get your sparkle on and volunteer for theMardi Gras Decorating Committee

8th Annual Golf for Hospice ‐ July 11Cowichan Golf amp Country Club 4955 Trans Canada Hwy Early Bird Entry $135 Until June 30 | $150 as of July 1

Event Information eventscvhsshawca | 2507014242Sponsorship amp Volunteers tbernatchezviicca | 2507438013

Details amp Entry Form Poster to Print amp Post

Amazing Video

Worlds First Wireless (No lines no tether no kidding) Bungee Jumphttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=8M6M1ZDo8N8

Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce2896 Drinkwater Road Duncan BC V9L 6C2

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The Chamber eNews is disseminated to the business community every Friday and carries Chamber and Member news Please send your news tochamberduncanccbcca by noon on Thurs for the Fri eNews Fifty word maximum please be sure to include date time location and priceas appropriate We include links contact information amp social media Items may be edited for brevity amp clarity Images should be suitable forthumbnail size Items run for 3 ‐ 4 weeks

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