Chamber Chatter July 2014 - The Pas Chamber Of Commerce

Chamber Chatter
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Chamber President: James Berscheid
Jim Berscheid the owner and operator of Berscheid Meats, was elected President
of The Pas & District Chamber of Commerce early in 2014. His feet hit the
ground running and he has not stopped. Many meetings and events have taken
place so far in 2014. Some of the meetings Jim has attended are the following,
The Central North American Trade Corridor Association meeting in Bismark
ND, Manitoba Chambers AGM in Dauphin MB, Hudson Bay Route Association
AGM and conference in Nipawin SK. The Community Economic Development
Initiative (CEDI) which included the three communities of the Rural Municipality
of Kelsey, Opaskwayak Cree Nation and the Town of The Pas, which was held at
the Kikiwak Inn. Jim is very passionate about many projects and his dedication is
proving to be an asset to The Pas & District Chamber of Commerce and our
communities. Lonnie Karpick is currently the Vice-President and has been very
active as well, attending meetings and serving on many committees. Both have
been actively working on the planning of The Pas Hub Forum which will be held
on July 29th, 2014.
The Pas Hub Forum
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2014 Annual Tradeshow & Sale
The 2014 Annual Tradeshow & Sale was
held at the Roy H. Johnston Arena on May
8th, 9th and 10th.
The Tradeshow went very well. Both the
number of exhibitors and attendance were
up from the past years.
Congratulations to the all
the winners of awesome
prizes at the Loonie
Parade draws. And Thank
you to the amazing
businesses that donated
prizes to the draw.
Vendors were pleased with the amount of
traffic on all three days...as you know traffic
turns into sales.
Those in attendance were happy with the
selection of products and services that the
vendors had available. It was great to see
new vendors as well as the long time favorites.
I was very happy to see local businesses
using the Tradeshow as an opportunity to
launch new products and services.
OCN Blizzard had a wonderful booth with
opportunity for the kids to take a shot on
net and win prizes. All those who took a
shot also left with a ticket to a game in the
upcoming season.
A big Thank You to Berscheid Meats, the
exhibitors were so pleased with the delicious meal for the Meet and Greet on
Thursday night.
Written by Shirley Barbeau, Tradeshow
organizer.
Thank you to this years vendors!
Aerus Electrolux
Ag Society
Aseneskak Casino
Asessippi Parkland Economic Development Corporation
Bible Baptist Church
C.A.S.A.R.A.
Calm Air
Davis Imports
Deb's Fun Zone
Epicure Selections
GLO Canada
Gramma's Kitchen
Heat in a Click & Golden Eagle Toys
Jamberry Nails / Younique
Jockey Person to Person
K@Z Entertainment
Kinsmen Club of The Pas
Kleen All
Main Street Fudge
MEDIchair Dauphin
Mid Manitoba Equipment Rentals Ltd.
Murray GM The Pas
Northern Building Supply
Northern Manitoba Trappers Festival
OCN Blizzard
Opasquia Custom Knives
Pacesetter Enterprises Inc.
Pearl's China & Products
PG's Concession
Poppa Rick's Kettle Corn
Queen City Belts & Buckles
Redfern Enterprises
Rhineland Cutlery
Scentsy / It works
Simonhouse Bible Camp
Swimwear Express
The Pas Community Development Corporation
The Shiny Company
Timeless Treasures
True Blue Developments Ltd.
University College of the North
Visions by Pat
Whipped Cosmetics
SAVE THE DATE!!
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Trade Show Dates for 2015 are
May 7th, 8th and 9th,
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Donations made to Attendance booth volunteers,
The Pas Girl Guides and The Pas Community Renewal Corporation.
Both organizations received cheques in the sum of $1456.00
The Pas Girl Guides will be using their
donation to replace doors on the Girl
Guide Cabins .
The Pas Community Renewal Corporation
(TPCRC) will use their funds for
running community events such as Street
Festival and Santa Claus parade.
Thank you again for all your help!
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The Pas & District Chamber of
Commerce is promoting a
Community Wide Sidewalk
Sale. The sale will be in conjunction with The Pas Community Renewal Corporation’s 6th
Annual Street Festival. The
date has been set for August
16th, 2014. The sale will run
from 10:00am to 4:00pm. A few
options are available for you to
take part in this fun event, you
can have tables set outside of
your shop, have sales in your
shop or book a free table down
at the street festival to feature
specials!
The Pas & District Chamber of
Commerce is currently putting
together a sales flyer with the
assistance of The Opasquia
Times. Ads are available in the
following sizes ¼ page, ½ page
and full page. As a registered
and advertising participant you
will receive your ad in Community Wide Sidewalk Sale flyer,
posters, balloons and name
mentions on 102.9 CJAR. The
flyer will be inserted in The
Opasquia Times and the Flin
Flon Reminder. The Flyers will
also be mailed out to the following locations, Cranberry Portage, Snow Lake, Pukatawagan,
Easterville, Moose Lake, Cormorant, and Cross Lake. Advertising will also run on NCI radio.
For more information contact
Shirley at the Chamber office @
204-623-7256 or email tpchamber@mailme.com
Photos from 2013
Community Wide Sidewalk Sale
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Shirley’s Shopping
“Shirley’s Shopping” is a shop local campaign designed to feature local business and their products
and services. Shirley Barbeau, The Pas & District
Chamber of Commerce office manager will visit local
Chamber members businesses to take photos and
gather information on the business that they would
like to share with the general public. This might be
new and existing products, services, renovations. It
could also feature you and your team members and
hours of operation. Information will be shared on The
Pas & District Chamber of Commerce facebook group
and page as well as our web site.
If you would like to take part in this exciting new shop
local campaign contact Shirley at 204-623-7256 or by
email at tpchamber@mailme.ca
Chamber makes Donation to the local MS Walk
A total of over $11000.00 was raised in The Pas!
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Connie Chartrand named finalist in 2014 Manitoba Woman
Entrepreneur of the Year Awards
Local Business women Connie Chartrand was nominated for the Manitoba Woman
Entrepreneur of the Year Award, and was one of the 29 finalists chosen for the
awards out of 232 nominations. An awards evening was held in Winnipeg on May
15th, 2014. Connie was nominated by Sue Lambert in the Contribution to Community Category. Connie is a hard working woman who leads by example. Connie
owns and operates Paperworks Plus and Footworks Plus with her husband Art
Chartrand. Although Connie is very busy with her operations she always makes
time for family, friends and volunteering for community projects she is passionate
about! Hats off Connie Chartrand, Way to Go!!
The Women Business Owners of Manitoba is a non-profit, independent organization that addresses the unique needs of the woman entrepreneur. We exist to
provide support and inspire excellence, learning and growth in business. And to
provide opportunities for personal and professional growth for our members.
Nominations for the Awards are solicited from across Manitoba. The businesswoman must be either an equal partner, a 50% (or more) shareholder, or sole
owner in a business registered and in operation in Manitoba for a minimum of
three consecutive years. She must be a major decision-maker in that business; it
must be a full-time venture; and she must draw a sustainable income from that
business. From the nominations received, the Selection Committee selects finalists, and subsequently winners, in each of nine award categories. The categories
are, Emerging Business, Building Business, Contribution to Community, Excellence
in Service, Impact on Local Economy, International Trade, Home Enterprise, Franchisee, Life Time Achievement, Young Entrepreneur, Overall Excellence, “Manitoba
Woman Entrepreneur of the Year” . (www.wbom.ca)
footworks Plus
Congratulations to Connie and Art Chartrand
on the opening of newest store in The Pas.
Connie, Art and Manager, Nancy Furkalo
opened the doors of Footworks Plus on May
9th, and held a Grand Opening celebration on
June 13th, 2014. Footworks Plus is located at
234B Fisher Avenue. Footworks Plus has shoes
for men, women and children, for causal and
for dress. Friendly knowledgeable staff. Stop in
to check them out, your feet will Thank You!
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Chamber makes Donation to Community Clean up!
A donation was made to the Community Clean
Up campaign for $500.00.
Bottle Clean-Up Campaign
Lyet’s Spearheads
Downtown Clean Up
Campaign
A total of 63 bags of garbage
were removed of the streets
of downtown The Pas. Lyet’s
café organized the clean up
and was happy to have over
20 volunteers including
adults and children to help
with the clean up campaign.
Fresh baked cookies were
waiting for the volunteers
upon completion of the
clean-up. Great Job!!
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The Pas Community Development Corporation
The Pas Community Development Corporation is an independent corporation to provide economic,
community and tourism development within The Pas. This organization helps to address important issues
that affect the community’s ability to grow, attract business, start business and generally create a place
where people wish to live and retire. An additional key function of the organization is supporting tourism
development and promoting the community as a tourist destination. The Pas has many opportunities in
which it can grow. The Pas Community Development Corporation is here to help see that happen.
Contact Executive Director Shawn McKinney, phone 204-623-2166 or email shawn@tpcdc.com
DOWNTOWN BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM LAUNCHED
The Pas Community Development Corporation has launched its “Downtown
Beautification Program.” This new program aims to help beautify the downtown
area by providing financial support to businesses that place flowers in front of
their stores. Having an attractive downtown provides a good impression for
visitors and shows pride in our community. The individual business
participants in this program benefit from creating a welcoming area for their
customers.
Applicants were able to request planters and up to $200.00 to purchase flowers
and soil. Each applicant was automatically entered to be part of a contest for
the best kept storefront and flower display with cash prizes of $500.00 for first
place, $300.00 for second place and $200.00 for third place.
Only businesses that have a storefront along highway 10 from the intersection
of 7th and Gordon Avenue to the intersection of 1st and Edwards Avenue were
able to apply. When participating in this program, the applicant must have
agreed to be responsible for the planters and flowers. This includes watering
the flowers during the season, as well as taking down and storing the planter(s)
when the season is over.
Application intake opened June 1 and was funded on a “first come-first served”
basis until all the allocated funds have been used. Application forms could be
found online at www.tpcdc.com.
DESTINATION MARKETING PROGRAM LAUNCHED
The Pas Community Development Corporation is pleased to announce the launching of the Destination
Marketing Program. This program provides funding to support the development and expansion of tourism related
activities in The Pas. Tourism provides a vital role in stimulating the local economy through attracting visitors to
experience The Pas.
There are many local groups who hold events and activities that draw people to the community. We encourage
these groups to apply. These organizations do not have to be located in The Pas but are required to provide
sufficient reasons regarding how businesses and accommodations within The Pas will benefit from their projects.
Only nonprofits are eligible for funding. All applications are evaluated on a point system.
Application forms and regulations can be found at www.tpcdc.com. The application deadline is July 17, 2014. If
there are any questions about this program, please contact Shawn McKinney a shawn@tpcdc.com or by phone at
204-623-2166.
The Pas & District Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 204-623-7256 Email: tpchamber@mailme.ca
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