Chamber News
Optimism is a mental attitude that the future will generally be good. The key is "mental attitude" - train your mind to look for the good in everything
MARCH 2019
Tourism upgrade! Thanks to Laura, the tourism information found in our office will be receiving an upgrade! Focusing on tourism regions in Ontario, as well as all the great destinations in our own area, Laura will be reviewing content and revamping our displays.
CHARACTER OF THE MONTH -OPTIMISM
MARCH
Your local Chamber has programs for members to save money Did you know that with your Chamber Membership you have access to exclusive discounts on CAR and HOME INSURANCE through Economical Select? Plus you could save even more if you're claims-free, conviction-free or bundling multiple policies Contact Krista Dunbar Call today for a quote: 1-800-265-3007
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MEET LAURA TAPLAY
New Members
find out more - on their website: www.longhaultrailers.com
Country Vape open their doors in Listowel six months ago - with plans to bring vaping options to this area. Owner Daniel is from the area, and wanted to open his business in Listowel. Country Vape is located at 156 Wallace Ave. N. in Listowel Hours: Tues to Fri from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The shop can be found on Facebook, or can be contacted by calling 519-418-6922
horizon quest
offers career development training & marketing services through a diverse portfolio of educational and general interest seminars, training programs and seminars along with print advertising, web development and graphic design to the small sized business & rural communities. Ask Tricia about the upcoming training courses. 519- 787-7641 519.787.7641
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LongHaul Trailer Sales is a dealer of new and used camper and utility trailers, RV's, enclosed trailers, dump trailers and much more, plus a full service center for repairs and warranty. Their ever expanding rental fleet now includes RV trailers, Motorhomes, Dump and flatdeck trailers, car and equipment trailers and enclosed cargos!
Exclusive to Members only!
find out more - on their website: www.horizonquest.ca
Chamber Happenings
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Upcoming Events
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EVENT LISTINGS
Support the Kinsmen AND PADDYFEST events March 4-17 DETAILS @ PADDYFEST.CA
Emergency First Aid Mar 21, 2019 Basic one-day course and overview of First Aid, CPR, meeting OHS regulations. Listowel Wedding Walk Mar 23, 2019 Canada's Largest Traveling Barn Dance Show Listowel Agricultural Hall Show at 2pm; Doors open at 1:15pm Tickets $25/person. Available at Life's A Party For more information e-mail listowelfair@gmail.com or call 519-291-0644.
CHAMBER MEMBER EVENTS
Chili Lunch Mar 5, 2019 Chili Lunch hosted by TarBush Dickey Giller & Assoc. to raise money to support the new Mentally Fit movement in North Perth. Yuk Yuk's Dinner & Show #2 Mar 9, 2019 Enjoy a night out with friends with an excellent dinner and entertainment! GET THE TAX FACTS Mar 15, 2019 This seminar is meant to provide business owners with a general over view of the relationship between their business and taxation in general, as well as give them an opportunity to speak directly to a representative from the CRA. Domestic Violence in the Workplace Seminar Mar 20, 2019 Ontario’s Occupational Health & Safety Act defines this as workplace violence; if an employer is aware or ought to be aware, the employer must take every reasonable precaution to protect the worker. wardanduptigrove.com/dvseminar Emergency First Aid Mar 21, 2019 Basic one-day course and overview of First Aid, CPR, meeting OHS regulations. Listowel Wedding Walk Mar 23, 2019
annual general meeting ALL Chamber Members are invited to join in board meetings. If interested, please contact the Chamber for location, 519-291-1551 AGM - MAR 12TH, NOON* FOLLOWED BY A REGULAR MEETING QUARTERLY MEETINGS June 11 | Sept. 10, | Dec. 10
SILVER: SHOPPERS DRUG MART LISTOWEL TECHNOLOGY INC MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH PERTH BRONZE: IDEAL SUPPLY | CHERREY BUS LINES LIBRO CREDIT UNION | WARD & UPTIGROVE KEIL-DADSON INSURANCE | EASTLINK TRILLIUM MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | WIGHTMAN Media Sponsors: The Listowel Banner, Blackburn Radio
SPECIAL THANKS - AND RECOGNITION TO THOSE BUSINESSES THAT ARE PARTNERS IN OUR MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM
A FREE seminar targeting newer small businesses or potential new start-ups providing a general overview between business and taxation in general. Explain common tax errors, what causes them and how to avoid them Demonstrate how to use financial benchmarks for relevant industries Provide information on the CRA’s services Explain general bookkeeping concepts and best practices This seminar also allows YOU the opportunity to speak directly to a representative from the CRA to ask any questions that you might have concerning business issues. BOOK YOUR SEAT NOW! FRIDAY, MARCH 15 10 AM -11:30 AM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD ROOM 519-291-1551
Get the Tax Facts
Train Your Staff. Improve Office Skills while learning on-line and saving money. CONTACT NORTH representative, Jeffery Scholl can assist you with a wide selection of education options from special interest courses to obtaining your Masters. Jeff was speaking at the Community Workers lunch recently, and shared the connections and many resources for assisting individuals in their options. We have asked for more education options - and we have found it with Contact North! email: JEFFERY@CONTACTNORTH.CA Toll-free: 1-800-656-1232 Check out this website: studyonline.ca
CONNECT TO ON-LINE EDUCATION
With so many relevant benefits provided by local businesses and our Canadian Chamber links, we are certain that your membership will easily pay for itself! Three of our top affinity programs offered can help your business save on your Health Benefits, your Home and Auto Insurance and your Merchant Service costs. Asking for a FREE quote comaparison can give you some indication of your current rates, https://npchamber.com/member-benefits On our new website, you will find a collection of on-line tools and information to help your business thrive. In an effort to provide you with as many resources as possible, we have also assembled a number of business web links. We will continue to include as many resources & links as we find them, to keep this a beneficial resource to our members. https://npchamber.com/member-resources
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