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Ken Lavignes Christmas Old Time Radio Roadshowin Chemainus Dec 19 amp 20Don t miss the Ken Lavigne Christmas Old Time RadioRoadshow coming to Chemainus Dec 19 amp 20 Theislands own internationally renowned singer andentertainer Ken Lavigne performs Christmas favouriteswith a talented crew of performers including specialguests the Company B Vocal Trio Close your eyes andyoud swear you were hearing the Andrew SistersPerforming Christmas favourites made famous by Bingand Bocelli Ken Lavigne and his band will take you
back in time to a 1940s Christmas with a live radio remake Ken Lavignes Christmas Old time Radio Roadshow Comes to Chemainus
Sat Dec 19 730 pm | Sun Dec 20 2 pmChemainus United Church 9814 Willow Street
Tickets Available at the Door or 49th Parallel Grocery | 49th Parallel General Store | Chemainus Foods
Chemainus United Church | Ladysmith United ChurchEnjoy Christmas songs stories and drama just like the radio shows of old
Sponsored by the Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce
Chamber Events
Lunch n Learn End of Life Planning ‐ Sands Funeral Chapel Wed Dec 2Increasingly Canadians arelooking for new innovativeoptions in their funeral andcemetery providers Optionsthat allow them to celebrate aloved ones life in a more personalized and meaningful way Cedar ValleyMemorial and Sands Funeral Chapel strive to lead the way with a wide variety ofchoices to memorialize a life ‐‐ from the comfortingly traditional to the surprisinglyinventiveThe legacy you leave behind is as important as the life you live todayPre‐planning gives your family comfort knowing everything has been arranged inadvance and according to your wishes Its not just about taking care of thefinances its about choosing how you want to be remembered
End of Life Planning with Sands Funeral Chapel amp Cedar Valley Memorial
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Benefit Providers
BC Chamber Benefits forChamber Members
Business Resources
Get Youth Working Subsidies
LNG Buy BC Register YourBusiness for LNG Sector amp
International Opportunities
Cowichans CommunityProfiles
Tourism Cowichan
Stakeholder 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 Investment
Site for BC
Mentorship BC
Province of BC ‐ BusinessManagement Tools
Opportunities
Chamber Job Board
Global Vocational Job Board
CVRD Tenders amp RFPs
TransMountainProcurement
Doing Business with BC Gov
Lunch n Learn Wed Dec 2 Noon ‐ 1 pmSands Funeral Chapel 187 Trunk Rd (at Ypres
Curb parking on Ypres plsFree to Members | $5 Non‐members (Cash at the Door)
RSVP to chamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111
Lunch n Learns are casual bring‐your‐own‐lunch sessions
Wednesday Wine Down Except‐We‐Had‐to‐Move‐it‐to‐Thurs Dec 17We wanted to book a Wednesday Wine Down but we had to move it to Thursdaythis time around Join us at the Old Firehouse Wine Bar on THURSDAY Dec 17 toenjoy lovely libations a marvelous menu cool company and Jeffs famoushospitality Other than that theres just one thing on the agenda what can wecall the Thursday version of Wine Down Wednesday
Wednesday Wine Down Except‐We‐Had‐to‐Move‐it‐to‐ThursdayThurs Dec 17 530 PM
Old Firehouse Wine amp Cocktail Bar 140 Ingram StRegular Menu Pricing Applies
Please RSVP by Dec 15 so we can confirm numberschamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111
Chamber Events 201516
Jan 1316 Social Media Trends 2016 with Social Media is Simple
Jan 2016 Lunch n Learn with Time to Heal Acupressure Massage amp More
Jan 2816 Luncheon Steelhead LNG Presenting
Feb 1816 Luncheon Mike Corrigan Pres amp CEO BC Ferries Presenting
April 916 Black Tie Awards 2016
April 2816 Luncheon Greg Engle CEO of Tilray (Medical Cannabis) Presenting
May16 Luncheon MP Alistair MacGregor Presenting
Chamber AGM
Another great Chamber AGM 48 individuals representing 36 member organizations attended the Chambers AGMon Tuesday evening The Agenda included presentations by President Julie Scurr andExecutive Director Sonja Nagel and 2015 Financial Statements were recapped bySecretary Treasurer to the Board Danielle Killam Its been a positive year for theChamber
We reached an unprecedented number of members ‐ 454 businesses andindividuals choose to belong to the ChamberFinancial results We showed a positive variance over projected budgetresulting in a break even yearWe held over 50 events ‐ adding value to belonging to the Valleys mostactive business networking organizationWe won a Communications Award for the way in which we communicate toour members and the communityVisitors stats up again servicing over 20000 visitors at the CowichanRegional Visitor Centre and another 2000 via community outreach with ourmobile visitor servicesClick here for full media release ‐ AGM highlights and your new Board
Chamber staff left to right Elizabeth Croft Sonja Nagel Kirsty Grant
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Prov Opportunities ‐ BC Bid
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Quick Links
Join the Chamber
Business Directory
Chamber Events
A full house at the Quamichan Inn
Visitor Centre News
Some excerpts from Executive Directors Report at the 2015 AGMWe value our partnership with our neighbours the BC Forest Discovery Centre The Cowichan Regional VisitorCentre has certainly benefited from additional exposure during their special events The Visitor Centre has in turnreferred in excess of 5000 visitors this past year to the BCFDC many who may not otherwise have known to includethe BCFDC in their Cowichan itineraryDuncan remains one of the key attractions for our visitors Year to date we have referred over 10000 visitors todowntown Duncan to the totem tours and First Nations attractionsThis is a key role for the Visitor Centre ‐ to ensure visitors spend more time in the Cowichan We have obviouslybeen successful as year to date our team of staff and volunteers have serviced almost 20000 visitors up 11 fromlast year and up over 120 from our old location We expect to finish the year servicing over 21000 visitorsIf you like stats here are some more We received 28 buses to the Visitor Centre this year compared to 5 busesyrin our old location ‐ a testament to a more accessible entrance and parking lot 72 of our visitors are from Canada 15 of our visitors originate in Europe ‐ showing that Vancouver Island is a strong tourism brand for the Europeans 27 of visitors are spending 1 ‐ 3 nights in our community 10 are staying more than 1 week in the CowichanValley 25 of requests are for maps ‐ demonstrating that visitors want a personal connection to an area and noteveryone is using a GPS Ipad or electronic device to hike our trails and explore our attractions and communities
Coming Soon
QMS Christmas Bazaar ‐ Sat Nov 28Queen Margarets School invites you to the annual Christmas Bazaar taking placeon Sat Nov 28 10 am ‐ 2 pm There will be a MASSIVE indoor garage salebaking used book sale silent auction a delicious country kitchen lunch 5050raffle and plenty of games for the kids This event is a Cowichan favourite forthe entire family Bring your Christmas shopping list fill your freezer withtreats and get ready to kick off the holiday season
QMS Annual Christmas BazaarSat Nov 28 10 am ‐ 2 pm
660 Brownsey
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Milner Gardens Holidays
The Chemainus Theatre Elf The Musical Now through to Dec 31 Call SOON for Your TicketsThis holiday season the Broadway musical Elf comes to The Chemainus Theatre FestivalBased on the motion picture of the same name the smash hit is an exciting opportunity tosee the endearingly goofy (USA Today) show live on stage Elf The Musical is perfect foranyones Christmas list ‐ kid or grown up ‐ with a modern take on festive music energeticdancing physical comedy and a charming story of finding the place where you belong No winter musical would be complete without a bevy of festive songs and Elf is filled withplayful numbers Christmastown Worlds Greatest Dad Sparklejollytwinklejingley AChristmas Song and Nobody Cares About Santa
Elf The Musical at Chemainus Theatre FestivalNow through to Dec 31
Click here to buy your tickets online or call 18005657738 Tickets selling briskly ‐ get yours soon
Free Wall Mount with AED Purchase ‐ Until Nov 3015Purchase a Cardiac Science Powerheartreg G5 AED by November 30 2015 and get a security‐enabled wall‐mountcabinet FREE ‐ a $24900 value Up to 40000 cardiac arrests occur each year in Canada Thats one cardiac arrestevery 12 minutes(1) Without fast and effective defibrillation the majority of events end in tragedy Fortunatelyusing an automated external defibrillator (AED) combined with CPR can increase the likelihood of survival by 75Providing ready access to an AED in your workplace school or public access location not only makes good sense ‐ itsalso good business practice httpgooglbE1BGw
Contact registerbcsjaca to request a free demonstration
Providing ready access to an AED in workplace school or public location not only makes good sense ‐ its good business practice
Milner Christmas Magic ‐ Weekends in DecemberStroll the Magic of Christmas at Milner Gardens Christmas displays are open Dec 4 ‐ 6Dec 11 ‐ 13 and then Dec 16 through to Dec 20 Opening hours are the same eachday 5 ‐ 830 pm There is more than half a kilometre of lit decorated trails withChristmas light shows the whole family will enjoy Santa will also be on site along withlive Christmas music the Teddy Bear Cottage Storytelling Refreshments and theTearoom There is an onsite shuttle for mobility challenged We suggest you bring aflashlight
Milner Gardens Christmas Magic Dec 4 ‐ 6 | Dec 11 ‐ 13 | Dec 16 ‐ Dec 20
5 pm ‐ 830 pm | Recommended last entry by 8 pm2179 West Island Highway Qualicum Beach (Map)
Call for details 250‐752‐6153Entry by Suggested donation $5 Adult | $250 Child | $1200 Family = 2 adults with up to 3 minors
Regretfully we are unable to take reservations for the tea room amp Full Afternoon High Tea is not available during Christmas season
Cut Red Tape Project Open for Your Input Until Dec315
Minister of Small Business amp Red Tape Reduction Coralee Oaks is seeking input to spot amp resolveprocesses that frustrate those using or accessing government services The BC government wasbeen working for more than a decade to deliver services that are faster easier to access andsimpler to use
Individuals organizations and businesses are invited share stories and ideas about how the BC government can savetime and provide easier access to services You are the experts when it comes to using and accessing governmentservicesTo share your stories and opinions between now and Dec 3
1 Comment online or give a thumbs up or down on others suggestions or ideas
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Teafarm Advent Calendar
2 Email your ideas or suggestions to citizenengagementgovbcca3 Submit your stories or ideas to coraleeoakes on Twitter using helpcutredtape
Reducing Red Tape for British Columbians ‐ Deadline Dec 315
Teafarm 10th Anniversary Open House Dec 4+5+6You are invited to Teafarms 10th annual open house Friday+Saturday+Sunday December 4+5+6 from 10 am ‐ 6 pm Share the warmth of the season by thewood stove as you enjoy complimentary teas and delectable sweets It is Teafarms wayof saying thank you for your wonderful support past and present Bring a friend toexperience Teafarm And if you are far away and cant make it we will have a sip anda sweet for you Relax and take your time to find the perfect gift or enjoy shoppingonline from our selection of unique gift sets
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pm8350 Richards Trail
infoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm OnlineClick here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
The Christmas Express Opens Dec 4The BC Forest Discovery Centre invites islanders to come ride the train see lightdisplays enjoy seasonal music make a Christmas craft and ride the ChristmasExpress train Sip hot chocolate and turkey soup from the concession If you followthe aroma youll find our newest addition the Island Mini Donut Stand Avoid line‐upsby purchasing advance tickets in our Gift Shop Open Monday to Wednesday fromnoon ‐ 4pm until Dec 16 Purchase an annual membership for 2016 a perfect giftfor holiday shopping
Christmas Express at the BC Forest Discovery Centre2892 Drinkwater RdDEC 4 5 6DEC 11 12 13DEC 1819202122234 pm last train 830 pm$10 AdultsSeniorsYouth | $8 Children 2 ‐ 12 | Children under 3 FREEAdvance Tickets Available at the BC Forest Discovery Centre Gift shopMondays through Wednesdays until Dec 16 Noon ‐ 4 pm
Orchard Light Up at Merridale ‐ weekends NOV 27 ‐ DEC 20Gather the whole family for this free event Stroll the orchard with a cup of mulled apple cider while the kids searchfor faerie doors Cookies for the kids and a chance to win great prizes Stay for dinner in the bistro and shop for giftsin the farmhouse store
Fri Sat Sun 5‐8pm from Nov 27 to Dec 201230 Merridale Road in Cobble Hill
250‐743‐4293 or infomerridalecidercomwwwMerridaleCidercom
This Just In
Only 4 days left to nominate for Small Business BC Awards ‐ 2 Cowichan businesses already nominatedWe are delighted that 2 Cowichan businesses have been nominated Mid Island Ink Depot and Cowichan WomenAgainst Violence Society Check out Press Release hereIts not to late to nominate more Cowichan businesses at Nominate Small Business BC
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25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting at Cowichan District Hospital Wed Dec 2The 25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting takes place Cowichan District Hospital on Wed Dec 2 The ceremony will beoutside near the front entrance Everyone will have the opportunity to light a light on the tree in memory of a lovedone Music by Queen Margarets Choir and Threshold Choir Refreshments will be provided and served by CowichanValley Hospice Volunteers following the ceremony
25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting CeremonyWed Dec 2 6 pm
Cowichan District Hospital 3045 Gibbons RdPoster to Download and Print
Budget Brake amp Muffler Auto Centre offers Chamber Members Special to DEC 31 2015 Budget Brake and Muffler Auto Centre 5420 Trans Canada Highway is offering 3 Levels of Service at substantialsavings soley for Chamber Members Gold Service = road test rotate tires brake inspection brake service chargingsystem test lube oil and filter change check front and rear suspension exhaust check alignment inspection for$14995 (savings of $100) Silver Service at $8990 and Bronze at $5995 Click here for full servicedescriptioncall Zan to book 250‐715‐1573
Special Members Only Offer ‐ Time to Heal Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure VisitTo introduce themselves to the Chamber community Time to Heal is offering all Duncan Cowichan Chamber ofCommerce members a complimentary on‐site acupressure visit A Time to Heal representative will bring hishermassage chair to a member business or organization and offer free 7‐minute acupressure sessions to all staff membersThat generally means 6‐20 people in 60‐90 minutes
Time To Heal Treatment amp Workshop FacilityContact Time to Heal for Your Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure Visit
2505971099 | erintimetohealcommunitycomTime to Heal is located at 511 Duncan Ave in Duncan
Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact Offer 40 Discount Deadline Fri Dec 4Start your 2016 marketing off early with Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact a leader in small business all‐in‐one marketing solutions This is your chance to get anamazing deal plus all the tools you need to connect with your customers and growyour business Sign up and get 40 off for 3 months Use offer code INDCYBER15 atcheckout This offer ends at midnight on Friday December 4th This offer is onlygood to new customers
40 Off Constant Contact for 3 Months for New Customershttpcontacc1QgZsBu Offer Code INDCYBER15Suelle Stewart Creative
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Tis the Season at Unsworth Vineyards ‐ Christmas Party Dec 20The Unsworth Christmas Party is Sun Dec 20 Join the Unsworth staff for a festive afternoon celebrating theholidays Check the Unsworth Event page for all their events including News Year Eve the Out of Hand Craft Fairand the Vineyards Worth Reading Book Club
Unsworth Vineyards EventsChristmas Party Dec 20
Worth Reading Book Club next meeting Dec 22915 Cameron‐Taggart Rd
infounsworthvineyardscom | 2509292292
Member News
Island Time Tours Offers Christmas in Cowichan and Christmas in VictoriaIsland Time Tours are offering Christmas tours in both Cowichan and Victoria Buy your tickets before Dec 1 andsave $10 The tour will visit the Victoria Festival of Trees Bear Wear Gingerbread Display and Butchart Gardens Follow the links for details amp to register
Christmas in Victoria with Island Time ToursTours Available Sat Dec 5 amp Sun Dec 6 4 ‐ 10 pm | Mon Dec 14 amp Mon Dec 21 1 ‐ 7 pm Bus departs from the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre with an additional pick up in Mill Bay
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursThe Cowichan tour visits the Christmas Express Steam Train at the BC Forest Discovery Next the tour goes toMerridale Cider Works for mulled cider a faerie search in Merridales orchards finishing up with a delicious dinnerFollow the links for details and registration
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursDec 11 amp 18 Depart from Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre amp Mill Bay
Dec 13 amp 20 Depart from Victoria hotels amp Mill BayCall 2504773322 for other pickups en route
Blue Grouse Christmas Specials Free Shipping Anywhere in BC amp Bulk Order SavingsThe holiday season is steadily approaching and its that time of year to stockup your cellar with Blue Grouse wines for holiday and New YearCelebrations We are offering free shipping on a minimum 6 bottlespurchased to anywhere within BC until Dec 15 Mix and match or get all thesame wines your choice
Blue Grouse 2013 Quill White is On SaleA bright and lively blend of Vancouver Island and Okanagan grapes Quill White boasts generous notes of apple peachand lime with an underlying mineral nuance and a lush round mid‐palate Hints of sweet tropical fruit and a crisp finish complete this well‐balanced wine Regular price $204 per case Now just $180 per case or buy 2 cases for $160Our regular price is $204 per case
Christmas Specials at Blue Grouse Estate Winery2181 Lakeside Rd
Free Shipping Now through to Dec 152013 Quill White is On Sale
Order online | infobluegrouseca | 2507433834
International Tea Day at Teafarm Sun Dec 13Teafarm and Margit Nellemann Handbuilt Ceramics invite you to celebrateInternational Tea DayInternational Tea Day highlights the impact of the global teatrade on workers small growers and consumers Teafarm co‐creator and ceramicartist Margit Nellemann will be drawing for one of her funky handbuilt clay teapots inhonour of the day Margit has given away a teapot for the past nine years to raiseawareness of the working conditions for the tea pickers around the world Choosing
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Margit Nelleman Sculptures
organic tea ensures that workers and their families are not being exposed to harmfulchemicals and pesticides Wages and living conditions are improving with theincreased demand for handpicked artisan loose tea
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pmInternational Tea Day Dec 13 19 am ‐ 5 pm
8350 Richards Trailinfoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm Online
Click here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
Puzzling over Christmas Gifts Gift Certificates Available for Jacquie Gordons B amp BLooking for unique Christmas gifts Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons Bed and Breakfastare now available Vista Room with queen and 2 twin beds suitable for couple or family ($140nighttwo ) Heritage Room antique double bed ($115nighttwo) Jacquie Gordons B amp B is aheritage home just 2 km from downtown Duncan on a quiet cul‐de‐sac Its nextled in abeautiful garden that is visited by birds and small wildlife Close to everything with shoppingand walking trails nearby
Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons B amp B2231 Quamichan Place Duncan
Contact Jacquie Gordon 2507467736 | jfjgordonshawcaGive a gift of comfort and relaxation
Toys Toques Toiletries ‐ Drop off at Visitor Centre Theres one week left to participate in the annual Toys Toques amp Toiletriesdrive ‐ so families kids teens amp pets all over Cowichan will have great giftsunder the tree this Christmas There is a drop off at the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre Plus on Dec 5 a drop‐off event at Walmart complete withgourmet hot dogs cooked by Chef George Gates by donation Watch theFacebook page for details
Toys Toques amp Toiletries on FacebookClick here for Drop‐Off locations amp Suggested Donation Items
Hashtag for this years drive is TTT15
Make Your Christmas Light Up Lush Lush Eco Lawns Offers Holiday Lighting amp MoreLush Eco Lawns is again offering their Holiday Lighting Service It includes set up removal AND allthe lightsdecor You dont have to climb the ladder or store all that beautiful (but cluttery) stuffIts also the perfect time for yard clean up and treeshrub trimming too Contact Lush Eco Lawn andspruce up for Christmas
Lush Eco Lawn ‐ Holiday Lightingjohnlushecolawnscom | 2505970408
Get Youth Working Available in CowichanThe Get Youth Working Program has received NEW funding and is available Cowichan This Program funded by theGovernment of Canada through the Canada‐British Columbia Job Fund offers employers in specified regions a $2800hiring incentive to hire eligible youth 15 to 29 years of age Additionally employers may request up to $1000 topurchase training for the newly hired youth The Program is open to all employers and youth who meet the criteriaavailable here
Get Youth Working Register online or call 2508613100 | 18778663100
Amazing Video
Star of Last Weeks Amazing Video ‐ Acer Smallest Horse in Britain
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The Chamber eNews is disseminated to the business community every Friday and carries Chamber and Member newsPlease send your news to chamberduncanccbcca by noon on Thurs for the Fri eNews Fifty word maximumvoiced in 3rd person Please be sure to include date time location and price as appropriate We include linkscontact 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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Benefit Providers
BC Chamber Benefits forChamber Members
Business Resources
Get Youth Working Subsidies
LNG Buy BC Register YourBusiness for LNG Sector amp
International Opportunities
Cowichans CommunityProfiles
Tourism Cowichan
Stakeholder 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 Investment
Site for BC
Mentorship BC
Province of BC ‐ BusinessManagement Tools
Opportunities
Chamber Job Board
Global Vocational Job Board
CVRD Tenders amp RFPs
TransMountainProcurement
Doing Business with BC Gov
Lunch n Learn Wed Dec 2 Noon ‐ 1 pmSands Funeral Chapel 187 Trunk Rd (at Ypres
Curb parking on Ypres plsFree to Members | $5 Non‐members (Cash at the Door)
RSVP to chamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111
Lunch n Learns are casual bring‐your‐own‐lunch sessions
Wednesday Wine Down Except‐We‐Had‐to‐Move‐it‐to‐Thurs Dec 17We wanted to book a Wednesday Wine Down but we had to move it to Thursdaythis time around Join us at the Old Firehouse Wine Bar on THURSDAY Dec 17 toenjoy lovely libations a marvelous menu cool company and Jeffs famoushospitality Other than that theres just one thing on the agenda what can wecall the Thursday version of Wine Down Wednesday
Wednesday Wine Down Except‐We‐Had‐to‐Move‐it‐to‐ThursdayThurs Dec 17 530 PM
Old Firehouse Wine amp Cocktail Bar 140 Ingram StRegular Menu Pricing Applies
Please RSVP by Dec 15 so we can confirm numberschamberduncanccbcca | 2507481111
Chamber Events 201516
Jan 1316 Social Media Trends 2016 with Social Media is Simple
Jan 2016 Lunch n Learn with Time to Heal Acupressure Massage amp More
Jan 2816 Luncheon Steelhead LNG Presenting
Feb 1816 Luncheon Mike Corrigan Pres amp CEO BC Ferries Presenting
April 916 Black Tie Awards 2016
April 2816 Luncheon Greg Engle CEO of Tilray (Medical Cannabis) Presenting
May16 Luncheon MP Alistair MacGregor Presenting
Chamber AGM
Another great Chamber AGM 48 individuals representing 36 member organizations attended the Chambers AGMon Tuesday evening The Agenda included presentations by President Julie Scurr andExecutive Director Sonja Nagel and 2015 Financial Statements were recapped bySecretary Treasurer to the Board Danielle Killam Its been a positive year for theChamber
We reached an unprecedented number of members ‐ 454 businesses andindividuals choose to belong to the ChamberFinancial results We showed a positive variance over projected budgetresulting in a break even yearWe held over 50 events ‐ adding value to belonging to the Valleys mostactive business networking organizationWe won a Communications Award for the way in which we communicate toour members and the communityVisitors stats up again servicing over 20000 visitors at the CowichanRegional Visitor Centre and another 2000 via community outreach with ourmobile visitor servicesClick here for full media release ‐ AGM highlights and your new Board
Chamber staff left to right Elizabeth Croft Sonja Nagel Kirsty Grant
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Prov Opportunities ‐ BC Bid
Govt of Canada Tenders
Quick Links
Join the Chamber
Business Directory
Chamber Events
A full house at the Quamichan Inn
Visitor Centre News
Some excerpts from Executive Directors Report at the 2015 AGMWe value our partnership with our neighbours the BC Forest Discovery Centre The Cowichan Regional VisitorCentre has certainly benefited from additional exposure during their special events The Visitor Centre has in turnreferred in excess of 5000 visitors this past year to the BCFDC many who may not otherwise have known to includethe BCFDC in their Cowichan itineraryDuncan remains one of the key attractions for our visitors Year to date we have referred over 10000 visitors todowntown Duncan to the totem tours and First Nations attractionsThis is a key role for the Visitor Centre ‐ to ensure visitors spend more time in the Cowichan We have obviouslybeen successful as year to date our team of staff and volunteers have serviced almost 20000 visitors up 11 fromlast year and up over 120 from our old location We expect to finish the year servicing over 21000 visitorsIf you like stats here are some more We received 28 buses to the Visitor Centre this year compared to 5 busesyrin our old location ‐ a testament to a more accessible entrance and parking lot 72 of our visitors are from Canada 15 of our visitors originate in Europe ‐ showing that Vancouver Island is a strong tourism brand for the Europeans 27 of visitors are spending 1 ‐ 3 nights in our community 10 are staying more than 1 week in the CowichanValley 25 of requests are for maps ‐ demonstrating that visitors want a personal connection to an area and noteveryone is using a GPS Ipad or electronic device to hike our trails and explore our attractions and communities
Coming Soon
QMS Christmas Bazaar ‐ Sat Nov 28Queen Margarets School invites you to the annual Christmas Bazaar taking placeon Sat Nov 28 10 am ‐ 2 pm There will be a MASSIVE indoor garage salebaking used book sale silent auction a delicious country kitchen lunch 5050raffle and plenty of games for the kids This event is a Cowichan favourite forthe entire family Bring your Christmas shopping list fill your freezer withtreats and get ready to kick off the holiday season
QMS Annual Christmas BazaarSat Nov 28 10 am ‐ 2 pm
660 Brownsey
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Milner Gardens Holidays
The Chemainus Theatre Elf The Musical Now through to Dec 31 Call SOON for Your TicketsThis holiday season the Broadway musical Elf comes to The Chemainus Theatre FestivalBased on the motion picture of the same name the smash hit is an exciting opportunity tosee the endearingly goofy (USA Today) show live on stage Elf The Musical is perfect foranyones Christmas list ‐ kid or grown up ‐ with a modern take on festive music energeticdancing physical comedy and a charming story of finding the place where you belong No winter musical would be complete without a bevy of festive songs and Elf is filled withplayful numbers Christmastown Worlds Greatest Dad Sparklejollytwinklejingley AChristmas Song and Nobody Cares About Santa
Elf The Musical at Chemainus Theatre FestivalNow through to Dec 31
Click here to buy your tickets online or call 18005657738 Tickets selling briskly ‐ get yours soon
Free Wall Mount with AED Purchase ‐ Until Nov 3015Purchase a Cardiac Science Powerheartreg G5 AED by November 30 2015 and get a security‐enabled wall‐mountcabinet FREE ‐ a $24900 value Up to 40000 cardiac arrests occur each year in Canada Thats one cardiac arrestevery 12 minutes(1) Without fast and effective defibrillation the majority of events end in tragedy Fortunatelyusing an automated external defibrillator (AED) combined with CPR can increase the likelihood of survival by 75Providing ready access to an AED in your workplace school or public access location not only makes good sense ‐ itsalso good business practice httpgooglbE1BGw
Contact registerbcsjaca to request a free demonstration
Providing ready access to an AED in workplace school or public location not only makes good sense ‐ its good business practice
Milner Christmas Magic ‐ Weekends in DecemberStroll the Magic of Christmas at Milner Gardens Christmas displays are open Dec 4 ‐ 6Dec 11 ‐ 13 and then Dec 16 through to Dec 20 Opening hours are the same eachday 5 ‐ 830 pm There is more than half a kilometre of lit decorated trails withChristmas light shows the whole family will enjoy Santa will also be on site along withlive Christmas music the Teddy Bear Cottage Storytelling Refreshments and theTearoom There is an onsite shuttle for mobility challenged We suggest you bring aflashlight
Milner Gardens Christmas Magic Dec 4 ‐ 6 | Dec 11 ‐ 13 | Dec 16 ‐ Dec 20
5 pm ‐ 830 pm | Recommended last entry by 8 pm2179 West Island Highway Qualicum Beach (Map)
Call for details 250‐752‐6153Entry by Suggested donation $5 Adult | $250 Child | $1200 Family = 2 adults with up to 3 minors
Regretfully we are unable to take reservations for the tea room amp Full Afternoon High Tea is not available during Christmas season
Cut Red Tape Project Open for Your Input Until Dec315
Minister of Small Business amp Red Tape Reduction Coralee Oaks is seeking input to spot amp resolveprocesses that frustrate those using or accessing government services The BC government wasbeen working for more than a decade to deliver services that are faster easier to access andsimpler to use
Individuals organizations and businesses are invited share stories and ideas about how the BC government can savetime and provide easier access to services You are the experts when it comes to using and accessing governmentservicesTo share your stories and opinions between now and Dec 3
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Teafarm Advent Calendar
2 Email your ideas or suggestions to citizenengagementgovbcca3 Submit your stories or ideas to coraleeoakes on Twitter using helpcutredtape
Reducing Red Tape for British Columbians ‐ Deadline Dec 315
Teafarm 10th Anniversary Open House Dec 4+5+6You are invited to Teafarms 10th annual open house Friday+Saturday+Sunday December 4+5+6 from 10 am ‐ 6 pm Share the warmth of the season by thewood stove as you enjoy complimentary teas and delectable sweets It is Teafarms wayof saying thank you for your wonderful support past and present Bring a friend toexperience Teafarm And if you are far away and cant make it we will have a sip anda sweet for you Relax and take your time to find the perfect gift or enjoy shoppingonline from our selection of unique gift sets
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pm8350 Richards Trail
infoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm OnlineClick here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
The Christmas Express Opens Dec 4The BC Forest Discovery Centre invites islanders to come ride the train see lightdisplays enjoy seasonal music make a Christmas craft and ride the ChristmasExpress train Sip hot chocolate and turkey soup from the concession If you followthe aroma youll find our newest addition the Island Mini Donut Stand Avoid line‐upsby purchasing advance tickets in our Gift Shop Open Monday to Wednesday fromnoon ‐ 4pm until Dec 16 Purchase an annual membership for 2016 a perfect giftfor holiday shopping
Christmas Express at the BC Forest Discovery Centre2892 Drinkwater RdDEC 4 5 6DEC 11 12 13DEC 1819202122234 pm last train 830 pm$10 AdultsSeniorsYouth | $8 Children 2 ‐ 12 | Children under 3 FREEAdvance Tickets Available at the BC Forest Discovery Centre Gift shopMondays through Wednesdays until Dec 16 Noon ‐ 4 pm
Orchard Light Up at Merridale ‐ weekends NOV 27 ‐ DEC 20Gather the whole family for this free event Stroll the orchard with a cup of mulled apple cider while the kids searchfor faerie doors Cookies for the kids and a chance to win great prizes Stay for dinner in the bistro and shop for giftsin the farmhouse store
Fri Sat Sun 5‐8pm from Nov 27 to Dec 201230 Merridale Road in Cobble Hill
250‐743‐4293 or infomerridalecidercomwwwMerridaleCidercom
This Just In
Only 4 days left to nominate for Small Business BC Awards ‐ 2 Cowichan businesses already nominatedWe are delighted that 2 Cowichan businesses have been nominated Mid Island Ink Depot and Cowichan WomenAgainst Violence Society Check out Press Release hereIts not to late to nominate more Cowichan businesses at Nominate Small Business BC
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25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting at Cowichan District Hospital Wed Dec 2The 25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting takes place Cowichan District Hospital on Wed Dec 2 The ceremony will beoutside near the front entrance Everyone will have the opportunity to light a light on the tree in memory of a lovedone Music by Queen Margarets Choir and Threshold Choir Refreshments will be provided and served by CowichanValley Hospice Volunteers following the ceremony
25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting CeremonyWed Dec 2 6 pm
Cowichan District Hospital 3045 Gibbons RdPoster to Download and Print
Budget Brake amp Muffler Auto Centre offers Chamber Members Special to DEC 31 2015 Budget Brake and Muffler Auto Centre 5420 Trans Canada Highway is offering 3 Levels of Service at substantialsavings soley for Chamber Members Gold Service = road test rotate tires brake inspection brake service chargingsystem test lube oil and filter change check front and rear suspension exhaust check alignment inspection for$14995 (savings of $100) Silver Service at $8990 and Bronze at $5995 Click here for full servicedescriptioncall Zan to book 250‐715‐1573
Special Members Only Offer ‐ Time to Heal Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure VisitTo introduce themselves to the Chamber community Time to Heal is offering all Duncan Cowichan Chamber ofCommerce members a complimentary on‐site acupressure visit A Time to Heal representative will bring hishermassage chair to a member business or organization and offer free 7‐minute acupressure sessions to all staff membersThat generally means 6‐20 people in 60‐90 minutes
Time To Heal Treatment amp Workshop FacilityContact Time to Heal for Your Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure Visit
2505971099 | erintimetohealcommunitycomTime to Heal is located at 511 Duncan Ave in Duncan
Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact Offer 40 Discount Deadline Fri Dec 4Start your 2016 marketing off early with Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact a leader in small business all‐in‐one marketing solutions This is your chance to get anamazing deal plus all the tools you need to connect with your customers and growyour business Sign up and get 40 off for 3 months Use offer code INDCYBER15 atcheckout This offer ends at midnight on Friday December 4th This offer is onlygood to new customers
40 Off Constant Contact for 3 Months for New Customershttpcontacc1QgZsBu Offer Code INDCYBER15Suelle Stewart Creative
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Tis the Season at Unsworth Vineyards ‐ Christmas Party Dec 20The Unsworth Christmas Party is Sun Dec 20 Join the Unsworth staff for a festive afternoon celebrating theholidays Check the Unsworth Event page for all their events including News Year Eve the Out of Hand Craft Fairand the Vineyards Worth Reading Book Club
Unsworth Vineyards EventsChristmas Party Dec 20
Worth Reading Book Club next meeting Dec 22915 Cameron‐Taggart Rd
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Island Time Tours Offers Christmas in Cowichan and Christmas in VictoriaIsland Time Tours are offering Christmas tours in both Cowichan and Victoria Buy your tickets before Dec 1 andsave $10 The tour will visit the Victoria Festival of Trees Bear Wear Gingerbread Display and Butchart Gardens Follow the links for details amp to register
Christmas in Victoria with Island Time ToursTours Available Sat Dec 5 amp Sun Dec 6 4 ‐ 10 pm | Mon Dec 14 amp Mon Dec 21 1 ‐ 7 pm Bus departs from the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre with an additional pick up in Mill Bay
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursThe Cowichan tour visits the Christmas Express Steam Train at the BC Forest Discovery Next the tour goes toMerridale Cider Works for mulled cider a faerie search in Merridales orchards finishing up with a delicious dinnerFollow the links for details and registration
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursDec 11 amp 18 Depart from Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre amp Mill Bay
Dec 13 amp 20 Depart from Victoria hotels amp Mill BayCall 2504773322 for other pickups en route
Blue Grouse Christmas Specials Free Shipping Anywhere in BC amp Bulk Order SavingsThe holiday season is steadily approaching and its that time of year to stockup your cellar with Blue Grouse wines for holiday and New YearCelebrations We are offering free shipping on a minimum 6 bottlespurchased to anywhere within BC until Dec 15 Mix and match or get all thesame wines your choice
Blue Grouse 2013 Quill White is On SaleA bright and lively blend of Vancouver Island and Okanagan grapes Quill White boasts generous notes of apple peachand lime with an underlying mineral nuance and a lush round mid‐palate Hints of sweet tropical fruit and a crisp finish complete this well‐balanced wine Regular price $204 per case Now just $180 per case or buy 2 cases for $160Our regular price is $204 per case
Christmas Specials at Blue Grouse Estate Winery2181 Lakeside Rd
Free Shipping Now through to Dec 152013 Quill White is On Sale
Order online | infobluegrouseca | 2507433834
International Tea Day at Teafarm Sun Dec 13Teafarm and Margit Nellemann Handbuilt Ceramics invite you to celebrateInternational Tea DayInternational Tea Day highlights the impact of the global teatrade on workers small growers and consumers Teafarm co‐creator and ceramicartist Margit Nellemann will be drawing for one of her funky handbuilt clay teapots inhonour of the day Margit has given away a teapot for the past nine years to raiseawareness of the working conditions for the tea pickers around the world Choosing
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Margit Nelleman Sculptures
organic tea ensures that workers and their families are not being exposed to harmfulchemicals and pesticides Wages and living conditions are improving with theincreased demand for handpicked artisan loose tea
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pmInternational Tea Day Dec 13 19 am ‐ 5 pm
8350 Richards Trailinfoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm Online
Click here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
Puzzling over Christmas Gifts Gift Certificates Available for Jacquie Gordons B amp BLooking for unique Christmas gifts Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons Bed and Breakfastare now available Vista Room with queen and 2 twin beds suitable for couple or family ($140nighttwo ) Heritage Room antique double bed ($115nighttwo) Jacquie Gordons B amp B is aheritage home just 2 km from downtown Duncan on a quiet cul‐de‐sac Its nextled in abeautiful garden that is visited by birds and small wildlife Close to everything with shoppingand walking trails nearby
Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons B amp B2231 Quamichan Place Duncan
Contact Jacquie Gordon 2507467736 | jfjgordonshawcaGive a gift of comfort and relaxation
Toys Toques Toiletries ‐ Drop off at Visitor Centre Theres one week left to participate in the annual Toys Toques amp Toiletriesdrive ‐ so families kids teens amp pets all over Cowichan will have great giftsunder the tree this Christmas There is a drop off at the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre Plus on Dec 5 a drop‐off event at Walmart complete withgourmet hot dogs cooked by Chef George Gates by donation Watch theFacebook page for details
Toys Toques amp Toiletries on FacebookClick here for Drop‐Off locations amp Suggested Donation Items
Hashtag for this years drive is TTT15
Make Your Christmas Light Up Lush Lush Eco Lawns Offers Holiday Lighting amp MoreLush Eco Lawns is again offering their Holiday Lighting Service It includes set up removal AND allthe lightsdecor You dont have to climb the ladder or store all that beautiful (but cluttery) stuffIts also the perfect time for yard clean up and treeshrub trimming too Contact Lush Eco Lawn andspruce up for Christmas
Lush Eco Lawn ‐ Holiday Lightingjohnlushecolawnscom | 2505970408
Get Youth Working Available in CowichanThe Get Youth Working Program has received NEW funding and is available Cowichan This Program funded by theGovernment of Canada through the Canada‐British Columbia Job Fund offers employers in specified regions a $2800hiring incentive to hire eligible youth 15 to 29 years of age Additionally employers may request up to $1000 topurchase training for the newly hired youth The Program is open to all employers and youth who meet the criteriaavailable here
Get Youth Working Register online or call 2508613100 | 18778663100
Amazing Video
Star of Last Weeks Amazing Video ‐ Acer Smallest Horse in Britain
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The Chamber eNews is disseminated to the business community every Friday and carries Chamber and Member newsPlease send your news to chamberduncanccbcca by noon on Thurs for the Fri eNews Fifty word maximumvoiced in 3rd person Please be sure to include date time location and price as appropriate We include linkscontact 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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Visitor Centre News
Some excerpts from Executive Directors Report at the 2015 AGMWe value our partnership with our neighbours the BC Forest Discovery Centre The Cowichan Regional VisitorCentre has certainly benefited from additional exposure during their special events The Visitor Centre has in turnreferred in excess of 5000 visitors this past year to the BCFDC many who may not otherwise have known to includethe BCFDC in their Cowichan itineraryDuncan remains one of the key attractions for our visitors Year to date we have referred over 10000 visitors todowntown Duncan to the totem tours and First Nations attractionsThis is a key role for the Visitor Centre ‐ to ensure visitors spend more time in the Cowichan We have obviouslybeen successful as year to date our team of staff and volunteers have serviced almost 20000 visitors up 11 fromlast year and up over 120 from our old location We expect to finish the year servicing over 21000 visitorsIf you like stats here are some more We received 28 buses to the Visitor Centre this year compared to 5 busesyrin our old location ‐ a testament to a more accessible entrance and parking lot 72 of our visitors are from Canada 15 of our visitors originate in Europe ‐ showing that Vancouver Island is a strong tourism brand for the Europeans 27 of visitors are spending 1 ‐ 3 nights in our community 10 are staying more than 1 week in the CowichanValley 25 of requests are for maps ‐ demonstrating that visitors want a personal connection to an area and noteveryone is using a GPS Ipad or electronic device to hike our trails and explore our attractions and communities
Coming Soon
QMS Christmas Bazaar ‐ Sat Nov 28Queen Margarets School invites you to the annual Christmas Bazaar taking placeon Sat Nov 28 10 am ‐ 2 pm There will be a MASSIVE indoor garage salebaking used book sale silent auction a delicious country kitchen lunch 5050raffle and plenty of games for the kids This event is a Cowichan favourite forthe entire family Bring your Christmas shopping list fill your freezer withtreats and get ready to kick off the holiday season
QMS Annual Christmas BazaarSat Nov 28 10 am ‐ 2 pm
660 Brownsey
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Milner Gardens Holidays
The Chemainus Theatre Elf The Musical Now through to Dec 31 Call SOON for Your TicketsThis holiday season the Broadway musical Elf comes to The Chemainus Theatre FestivalBased on the motion picture of the same name the smash hit is an exciting opportunity tosee the endearingly goofy (USA Today) show live on stage Elf The Musical is perfect foranyones Christmas list ‐ kid or grown up ‐ with a modern take on festive music energeticdancing physical comedy and a charming story of finding the place where you belong No winter musical would be complete without a bevy of festive songs and Elf is filled withplayful numbers Christmastown Worlds Greatest Dad Sparklejollytwinklejingley AChristmas Song and Nobody Cares About Santa
Elf The Musical at Chemainus Theatre FestivalNow through to Dec 31
Click here to buy your tickets online or call 18005657738 Tickets selling briskly ‐ get yours soon
Free Wall Mount with AED Purchase ‐ Until Nov 3015Purchase a Cardiac Science Powerheartreg G5 AED by November 30 2015 and get a security‐enabled wall‐mountcabinet FREE ‐ a $24900 value Up to 40000 cardiac arrests occur each year in Canada Thats one cardiac arrestevery 12 minutes(1) Without fast and effective defibrillation the majority of events end in tragedy Fortunatelyusing an automated external defibrillator (AED) combined with CPR can increase the likelihood of survival by 75Providing ready access to an AED in your workplace school or public access location not only makes good sense ‐ itsalso good business practice httpgooglbE1BGw
Contact registerbcsjaca to request a free demonstration
Providing ready access to an AED in workplace school or public location not only makes good sense ‐ its good business practice
Milner Christmas Magic ‐ Weekends in DecemberStroll the Magic of Christmas at Milner Gardens Christmas displays are open Dec 4 ‐ 6Dec 11 ‐ 13 and then Dec 16 through to Dec 20 Opening hours are the same eachday 5 ‐ 830 pm There is more than half a kilometre of lit decorated trails withChristmas light shows the whole family will enjoy Santa will also be on site along withlive Christmas music the Teddy Bear Cottage Storytelling Refreshments and theTearoom There is an onsite shuttle for mobility challenged We suggest you bring aflashlight
Milner Gardens Christmas Magic Dec 4 ‐ 6 | Dec 11 ‐ 13 | Dec 16 ‐ Dec 20
5 pm ‐ 830 pm | Recommended last entry by 8 pm2179 West Island Highway Qualicum Beach (Map)
Call for details 250‐752‐6153Entry by Suggested donation $5 Adult | $250 Child | $1200 Family = 2 adults with up to 3 minors
Regretfully we are unable to take reservations for the tea room amp Full Afternoon High Tea is not available during Christmas season
Cut Red Tape Project Open for Your Input Until Dec315
Minister of Small Business amp Red Tape Reduction Coralee Oaks is seeking input to spot amp resolveprocesses that frustrate those using or accessing government services The BC government wasbeen working for more than a decade to deliver services that are faster easier to access andsimpler to use
Individuals organizations and businesses are invited share stories and ideas about how the BC government can savetime and provide easier access to services You are the experts when it comes to using and accessing governmentservicesTo share your stories and opinions between now and Dec 3
1 Comment online or give a thumbs up or down on others suggestions or ideas
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Teafarm Advent Calendar
2 Email your ideas or suggestions to citizenengagementgovbcca3 Submit your stories or ideas to coraleeoakes on Twitter using helpcutredtape
Reducing Red Tape for British Columbians ‐ Deadline Dec 315
Teafarm 10th Anniversary Open House Dec 4+5+6You are invited to Teafarms 10th annual open house Friday+Saturday+Sunday December 4+5+6 from 10 am ‐ 6 pm Share the warmth of the season by thewood stove as you enjoy complimentary teas and delectable sweets It is Teafarms wayof saying thank you for your wonderful support past and present Bring a friend toexperience Teafarm And if you are far away and cant make it we will have a sip anda sweet for you Relax and take your time to find the perfect gift or enjoy shoppingonline from our selection of unique gift sets
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pm8350 Richards Trail
infoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm OnlineClick here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
The Christmas Express Opens Dec 4The BC Forest Discovery Centre invites islanders to come ride the train see lightdisplays enjoy seasonal music make a Christmas craft and ride the ChristmasExpress train Sip hot chocolate and turkey soup from the concession If you followthe aroma youll find our newest addition the Island Mini Donut Stand Avoid line‐upsby purchasing advance tickets in our Gift Shop Open Monday to Wednesday fromnoon ‐ 4pm until Dec 16 Purchase an annual membership for 2016 a perfect giftfor holiday shopping
Christmas Express at the BC Forest Discovery Centre2892 Drinkwater RdDEC 4 5 6DEC 11 12 13DEC 1819202122234 pm last train 830 pm$10 AdultsSeniorsYouth | $8 Children 2 ‐ 12 | Children under 3 FREEAdvance Tickets Available at the BC Forest Discovery Centre Gift shopMondays through Wednesdays until Dec 16 Noon ‐ 4 pm
Orchard Light Up at Merridale ‐ weekends NOV 27 ‐ DEC 20Gather the whole family for this free event Stroll the orchard with a cup of mulled apple cider while the kids searchfor faerie doors Cookies for the kids and a chance to win great prizes Stay for dinner in the bistro and shop for giftsin the farmhouse store
Fri Sat Sun 5‐8pm from Nov 27 to Dec 201230 Merridale Road in Cobble Hill
250‐743‐4293 or infomerridalecidercomwwwMerridaleCidercom
This Just In
Only 4 days left to nominate for Small Business BC Awards ‐ 2 Cowichan businesses already nominatedWe are delighted that 2 Cowichan businesses have been nominated Mid Island Ink Depot and Cowichan WomenAgainst Violence Society Check out Press Release hereIts not to late to nominate more Cowichan businesses at Nominate Small Business BC
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25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting at Cowichan District Hospital Wed Dec 2The 25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting takes place Cowichan District Hospital on Wed Dec 2 The ceremony will beoutside near the front entrance Everyone will have the opportunity to light a light on the tree in memory of a lovedone Music by Queen Margarets Choir and Threshold Choir Refreshments will be provided and served by CowichanValley Hospice Volunteers following the ceremony
25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting CeremonyWed Dec 2 6 pm
Cowichan District Hospital 3045 Gibbons RdPoster to Download and Print
Budget Brake amp Muffler Auto Centre offers Chamber Members Special to DEC 31 2015 Budget Brake and Muffler Auto Centre 5420 Trans Canada Highway is offering 3 Levels of Service at substantialsavings soley for Chamber Members Gold Service = road test rotate tires brake inspection brake service chargingsystem test lube oil and filter change check front and rear suspension exhaust check alignment inspection for$14995 (savings of $100) Silver Service at $8990 and Bronze at $5995 Click here for full servicedescriptioncall Zan to book 250‐715‐1573
Special Members Only Offer ‐ Time to Heal Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure VisitTo introduce themselves to the Chamber community Time to Heal is offering all Duncan Cowichan Chamber ofCommerce members a complimentary on‐site acupressure visit A Time to Heal representative will bring hishermassage chair to a member business or organization and offer free 7‐minute acupressure sessions to all staff membersThat generally means 6‐20 people in 60‐90 minutes
Time To Heal Treatment amp Workshop FacilityContact Time to Heal for Your Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure Visit
2505971099 | erintimetohealcommunitycomTime to Heal is located at 511 Duncan Ave in Duncan
Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact Offer 40 Discount Deadline Fri Dec 4Start your 2016 marketing off early with Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact a leader in small business all‐in‐one marketing solutions This is your chance to get anamazing deal plus all the tools you need to connect with your customers and growyour business Sign up and get 40 off for 3 months Use offer code INDCYBER15 atcheckout This offer ends at midnight on Friday December 4th This offer is onlygood to new customers
40 Off Constant Contact for 3 Months for New Customershttpcontacc1QgZsBu Offer Code INDCYBER15Suelle Stewart Creative
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Tis the Season at Unsworth Vineyards ‐ Christmas Party Dec 20The Unsworth Christmas Party is Sun Dec 20 Join the Unsworth staff for a festive afternoon celebrating theholidays Check the Unsworth Event page for all their events including News Year Eve the Out of Hand Craft Fairand the Vineyards Worth Reading Book Club
Unsworth Vineyards EventsChristmas Party Dec 20
Worth Reading Book Club next meeting Dec 22915 Cameron‐Taggart Rd
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Island Time Tours Offers Christmas in Cowichan and Christmas in VictoriaIsland Time Tours are offering Christmas tours in both Cowichan and Victoria Buy your tickets before Dec 1 andsave $10 The tour will visit the Victoria Festival of Trees Bear Wear Gingerbread Display and Butchart Gardens Follow the links for details amp to register
Christmas in Victoria with Island Time ToursTours Available Sat Dec 5 amp Sun Dec 6 4 ‐ 10 pm | Mon Dec 14 amp Mon Dec 21 1 ‐ 7 pm Bus departs from the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre with an additional pick up in Mill Bay
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursThe Cowichan tour visits the Christmas Express Steam Train at the BC Forest Discovery Next the tour goes toMerridale Cider Works for mulled cider a faerie search in Merridales orchards finishing up with a delicious dinnerFollow the links for details and registration
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursDec 11 amp 18 Depart from Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre amp Mill Bay
Dec 13 amp 20 Depart from Victoria hotels amp Mill BayCall 2504773322 for other pickups en route
Blue Grouse Christmas Specials Free Shipping Anywhere in BC amp Bulk Order SavingsThe holiday season is steadily approaching and its that time of year to stockup your cellar with Blue Grouse wines for holiday and New YearCelebrations We are offering free shipping on a minimum 6 bottlespurchased to anywhere within BC until Dec 15 Mix and match or get all thesame wines your choice
Blue Grouse 2013 Quill White is On SaleA bright and lively blend of Vancouver Island and Okanagan grapes Quill White boasts generous notes of apple peachand lime with an underlying mineral nuance and a lush round mid‐palate Hints of sweet tropical fruit and a crisp finish complete this well‐balanced wine Regular price $204 per case Now just $180 per case or buy 2 cases for $160Our regular price is $204 per case
Christmas Specials at Blue Grouse Estate Winery2181 Lakeside Rd
Free Shipping Now through to Dec 152013 Quill White is On Sale
Order online | infobluegrouseca | 2507433834
International Tea Day at Teafarm Sun Dec 13Teafarm and Margit Nellemann Handbuilt Ceramics invite you to celebrateInternational Tea DayInternational Tea Day highlights the impact of the global teatrade on workers small growers and consumers Teafarm co‐creator and ceramicartist Margit Nellemann will be drawing for one of her funky handbuilt clay teapots inhonour of the day Margit has given away a teapot for the past nine years to raiseawareness of the working conditions for the tea pickers around the world Choosing
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Margit Nelleman Sculptures
organic tea ensures that workers and their families are not being exposed to harmfulchemicals and pesticides Wages and living conditions are improving with theincreased demand for handpicked artisan loose tea
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pmInternational Tea Day Dec 13 19 am ‐ 5 pm
8350 Richards Trailinfoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm Online
Click here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
Puzzling over Christmas Gifts Gift Certificates Available for Jacquie Gordons B amp BLooking for unique Christmas gifts Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons Bed and Breakfastare now available Vista Room with queen and 2 twin beds suitable for couple or family ($140nighttwo ) Heritage Room antique double bed ($115nighttwo) Jacquie Gordons B amp B is aheritage home just 2 km from downtown Duncan on a quiet cul‐de‐sac Its nextled in abeautiful garden that is visited by birds and small wildlife Close to everything with shoppingand walking trails nearby
Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons B amp B2231 Quamichan Place Duncan
Contact Jacquie Gordon 2507467736 | jfjgordonshawcaGive a gift of comfort and relaxation
Toys Toques Toiletries ‐ Drop off at Visitor Centre Theres one week left to participate in the annual Toys Toques amp Toiletriesdrive ‐ so families kids teens amp pets all over Cowichan will have great giftsunder the tree this Christmas There is a drop off at the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre Plus on Dec 5 a drop‐off event at Walmart complete withgourmet hot dogs cooked by Chef George Gates by donation Watch theFacebook page for details
Toys Toques amp Toiletries on FacebookClick here for Drop‐Off locations amp Suggested Donation Items
Hashtag for this years drive is TTT15
Make Your Christmas Light Up Lush Lush Eco Lawns Offers Holiday Lighting amp MoreLush Eco Lawns is again offering their Holiday Lighting Service It includes set up removal AND allthe lightsdecor You dont have to climb the ladder or store all that beautiful (but cluttery) stuffIts also the perfect time for yard clean up and treeshrub trimming too Contact Lush Eco Lawn andspruce up for Christmas
Lush Eco Lawn ‐ Holiday Lightingjohnlushecolawnscom | 2505970408
Get Youth Working Available in CowichanThe Get Youth Working Program has received NEW funding and is available Cowichan This Program funded by theGovernment of Canada through the Canada‐British Columbia Job Fund offers employers in specified regions a $2800hiring incentive to hire eligible youth 15 to 29 years of age Additionally employers may request up to $1000 topurchase training for the newly hired youth The Program is open to all employers and youth who meet the criteriaavailable here
Get Youth Working Register online or call 2508613100 | 18778663100
Amazing Video
Star of Last Weeks Amazing Video ‐ Acer Smallest Horse in Britain
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Submit Your Member News
The Chamber eNews is disseminated to the business community every Friday and carries Chamber and Member newsPlease send your news to chamberduncanccbcca by noon on Thurs for the Fri eNews Fifty word maximumvoiced in 3rd person Please be sure to include date time location and price as appropriate We include linkscontact 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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Milner Gardens Holidays
The Chemainus Theatre Elf The Musical Now through to Dec 31 Call SOON for Your TicketsThis holiday season the Broadway musical Elf comes to The Chemainus Theatre FestivalBased on the motion picture of the same name the smash hit is an exciting opportunity tosee the endearingly goofy (USA Today) show live on stage Elf The Musical is perfect foranyones Christmas list ‐ kid or grown up ‐ with a modern take on festive music energeticdancing physical comedy and a charming story of finding the place where you belong No winter musical would be complete without a bevy of festive songs and Elf is filled withplayful numbers Christmastown Worlds Greatest Dad Sparklejollytwinklejingley AChristmas Song and Nobody Cares About Santa
Elf The Musical at Chemainus Theatre FestivalNow through to Dec 31
Click here to buy your tickets online or call 18005657738 Tickets selling briskly ‐ get yours soon
Free Wall Mount with AED Purchase ‐ Until Nov 3015Purchase a Cardiac Science Powerheartreg G5 AED by November 30 2015 and get a security‐enabled wall‐mountcabinet FREE ‐ a $24900 value Up to 40000 cardiac arrests occur each year in Canada Thats one cardiac arrestevery 12 minutes(1) Without fast and effective defibrillation the majority of events end in tragedy Fortunatelyusing an automated external defibrillator (AED) combined with CPR can increase the likelihood of survival by 75Providing ready access to an AED in your workplace school or public access location not only makes good sense ‐ itsalso good business practice httpgooglbE1BGw
Contact registerbcsjaca to request a free demonstration
Providing ready access to an AED in workplace school or public location not only makes good sense ‐ its good business practice
Milner Christmas Magic ‐ Weekends in DecemberStroll the Magic of Christmas at Milner Gardens Christmas displays are open Dec 4 ‐ 6Dec 11 ‐ 13 and then Dec 16 through to Dec 20 Opening hours are the same eachday 5 ‐ 830 pm There is more than half a kilometre of lit decorated trails withChristmas light shows the whole family will enjoy Santa will also be on site along withlive Christmas music the Teddy Bear Cottage Storytelling Refreshments and theTearoom There is an onsite shuttle for mobility challenged We suggest you bring aflashlight
Milner Gardens Christmas Magic Dec 4 ‐ 6 | Dec 11 ‐ 13 | Dec 16 ‐ Dec 20
5 pm ‐ 830 pm | Recommended last entry by 8 pm2179 West Island Highway Qualicum Beach (Map)
Call for details 250‐752‐6153Entry by Suggested donation $5 Adult | $250 Child | $1200 Family = 2 adults with up to 3 minors
Regretfully we are unable to take reservations for the tea room amp Full Afternoon High Tea is not available during Christmas season
Cut Red Tape Project Open for Your Input Until Dec315
Minister of Small Business amp Red Tape Reduction Coralee Oaks is seeking input to spot amp resolveprocesses that frustrate those using or accessing government services The BC government wasbeen working for more than a decade to deliver services that are faster easier to access andsimpler to use
Individuals organizations and businesses are invited share stories and ideas about how the BC government can savetime and provide easier access to services You are the experts when it comes to using and accessing governmentservicesTo share your stories and opinions between now and Dec 3
1 Comment online or give a thumbs up or down on others suggestions or ideas
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Teafarm Advent Calendar
2 Email your ideas or suggestions to citizenengagementgovbcca3 Submit your stories or ideas to coraleeoakes on Twitter using helpcutredtape
Reducing Red Tape for British Columbians ‐ Deadline Dec 315
Teafarm 10th Anniversary Open House Dec 4+5+6You are invited to Teafarms 10th annual open house Friday+Saturday+Sunday December 4+5+6 from 10 am ‐ 6 pm Share the warmth of the season by thewood stove as you enjoy complimentary teas and delectable sweets It is Teafarms wayof saying thank you for your wonderful support past and present Bring a friend toexperience Teafarm And if you are far away and cant make it we will have a sip anda sweet for you Relax and take your time to find the perfect gift or enjoy shoppingonline from our selection of unique gift sets
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pm8350 Richards Trail
infoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm OnlineClick here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
The Christmas Express Opens Dec 4The BC Forest Discovery Centre invites islanders to come ride the train see lightdisplays enjoy seasonal music make a Christmas craft and ride the ChristmasExpress train Sip hot chocolate and turkey soup from the concession If you followthe aroma youll find our newest addition the Island Mini Donut Stand Avoid line‐upsby purchasing advance tickets in our Gift Shop Open Monday to Wednesday fromnoon ‐ 4pm until Dec 16 Purchase an annual membership for 2016 a perfect giftfor holiday shopping
Christmas Express at the BC Forest Discovery Centre2892 Drinkwater RdDEC 4 5 6DEC 11 12 13DEC 1819202122234 pm last train 830 pm$10 AdultsSeniorsYouth | $8 Children 2 ‐ 12 | Children under 3 FREEAdvance Tickets Available at the BC Forest Discovery Centre Gift shopMondays through Wednesdays until Dec 16 Noon ‐ 4 pm
Orchard Light Up at Merridale ‐ weekends NOV 27 ‐ DEC 20Gather the whole family for this free event Stroll the orchard with a cup of mulled apple cider while the kids searchfor faerie doors Cookies for the kids and a chance to win great prizes Stay for dinner in the bistro and shop for giftsin the farmhouse store
Fri Sat Sun 5‐8pm from Nov 27 to Dec 201230 Merridale Road in Cobble Hill
250‐743‐4293 or infomerridalecidercomwwwMerridaleCidercom
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Only 4 days left to nominate for Small Business BC Awards ‐ 2 Cowichan businesses already nominatedWe are delighted that 2 Cowichan businesses have been nominated Mid Island Ink Depot and Cowichan WomenAgainst Violence Society Check out Press Release hereIts not to late to nominate more Cowichan businesses at Nominate Small Business BC
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25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting at Cowichan District Hospital Wed Dec 2The 25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting takes place Cowichan District Hospital on Wed Dec 2 The ceremony will beoutside near the front entrance Everyone will have the opportunity to light a light on the tree in memory of a lovedone Music by Queen Margarets Choir and Threshold Choir Refreshments will be provided and served by CowichanValley Hospice Volunteers following the ceremony
25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting CeremonyWed Dec 2 6 pm
Cowichan District Hospital 3045 Gibbons RdPoster to Download and Print
Budget Brake amp Muffler Auto Centre offers Chamber Members Special to DEC 31 2015 Budget Brake and Muffler Auto Centre 5420 Trans Canada Highway is offering 3 Levels of Service at substantialsavings soley for Chamber Members Gold Service = road test rotate tires brake inspection brake service chargingsystem test lube oil and filter change check front and rear suspension exhaust check alignment inspection for$14995 (savings of $100) Silver Service at $8990 and Bronze at $5995 Click here for full servicedescriptioncall Zan to book 250‐715‐1573
Special Members Only Offer ‐ Time to Heal Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure VisitTo introduce themselves to the Chamber community Time to Heal is offering all Duncan Cowichan Chamber ofCommerce members a complimentary on‐site acupressure visit A Time to Heal representative will bring hishermassage chair to a member business or organization and offer free 7‐minute acupressure sessions to all staff membersThat generally means 6‐20 people in 60‐90 minutes
Time To Heal Treatment amp Workshop FacilityContact Time to Heal for Your Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure Visit
2505971099 | erintimetohealcommunitycomTime to Heal is located at 511 Duncan Ave in Duncan
Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact Offer 40 Discount Deadline Fri Dec 4Start your 2016 marketing off early with Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact a leader in small business all‐in‐one marketing solutions This is your chance to get anamazing deal plus all the tools you need to connect with your customers and growyour business Sign up and get 40 off for 3 months Use offer code INDCYBER15 atcheckout This offer ends at midnight on Friday December 4th This offer is onlygood to new customers
40 Off Constant Contact for 3 Months for New Customershttpcontacc1QgZsBu Offer Code INDCYBER15Suelle Stewart Creative
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Tis the Season at Unsworth Vineyards ‐ Christmas Party Dec 20The Unsworth Christmas Party is Sun Dec 20 Join the Unsworth staff for a festive afternoon celebrating theholidays Check the Unsworth Event page for all their events including News Year Eve the Out of Hand Craft Fairand the Vineyards Worth Reading Book Club
Unsworth Vineyards EventsChristmas Party Dec 20
Worth Reading Book Club next meeting Dec 22915 Cameron‐Taggart Rd
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Island Time Tours Offers Christmas in Cowichan and Christmas in VictoriaIsland Time Tours are offering Christmas tours in both Cowichan and Victoria Buy your tickets before Dec 1 andsave $10 The tour will visit the Victoria Festival of Trees Bear Wear Gingerbread Display and Butchart Gardens Follow the links for details amp to register
Christmas in Victoria with Island Time ToursTours Available Sat Dec 5 amp Sun Dec 6 4 ‐ 10 pm | Mon Dec 14 amp Mon Dec 21 1 ‐ 7 pm Bus departs from the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre with an additional pick up in Mill Bay
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursThe Cowichan tour visits the Christmas Express Steam Train at the BC Forest Discovery Next the tour goes toMerridale Cider Works for mulled cider a faerie search in Merridales orchards finishing up with a delicious dinnerFollow the links for details and registration
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursDec 11 amp 18 Depart from Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre amp Mill Bay
Dec 13 amp 20 Depart from Victoria hotels amp Mill BayCall 2504773322 for other pickups en route
Blue Grouse Christmas Specials Free Shipping Anywhere in BC amp Bulk Order SavingsThe holiday season is steadily approaching and its that time of year to stockup your cellar with Blue Grouse wines for holiday and New YearCelebrations We are offering free shipping on a minimum 6 bottlespurchased to anywhere within BC until Dec 15 Mix and match or get all thesame wines your choice
Blue Grouse 2013 Quill White is On SaleA bright and lively blend of Vancouver Island and Okanagan grapes Quill White boasts generous notes of apple peachand lime with an underlying mineral nuance and a lush round mid‐palate Hints of sweet tropical fruit and a crisp finish complete this well‐balanced wine Regular price $204 per case Now just $180 per case or buy 2 cases for $160Our regular price is $204 per case
Christmas Specials at Blue Grouse Estate Winery2181 Lakeside Rd
Free Shipping Now through to Dec 152013 Quill White is On Sale
Order online | infobluegrouseca | 2507433834
International Tea Day at Teafarm Sun Dec 13Teafarm and Margit Nellemann Handbuilt Ceramics invite you to celebrateInternational Tea DayInternational Tea Day highlights the impact of the global teatrade on workers small growers and consumers Teafarm co‐creator and ceramicartist Margit Nellemann will be drawing for one of her funky handbuilt clay teapots inhonour of the day Margit has given away a teapot for the past nine years to raiseawareness of the working conditions for the tea pickers around the world Choosing
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organic tea ensures that workers and their families are not being exposed to harmfulchemicals and pesticides Wages and living conditions are improving with theincreased demand for handpicked artisan loose tea
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pmInternational Tea Day Dec 13 19 am ‐ 5 pm
8350 Richards Trailinfoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm Online
Click here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
Puzzling over Christmas Gifts Gift Certificates Available for Jacquie Gordons B amp BLooking for unique Christmas gifts Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons Bed and Breakfastare now available Vista Room with queen and 2 twin beds suitable for couple or family ($140nighttwo ) Heritage Room antique double bed ($115nighttwo) Jacquie Gordons B amp B is aheritage home just 2 km from downtown Duncan on a quiet cul‐de‐sac Its nextled in abeautiful garden that is visited by birds and small wildlife Close to everything with shoppingand walking trails nearby
Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons B amp B2231 Quamichan Place Duncan
Contact Jacquie Gordon 2507467736 | jfjgordonshawcaGive a gift of comfort and relaxation
Toys Toques Toiletries ‐ Drop off at Visitor Centre Theres one week left to participate in the annual Toys Toques amp Toiletriesdrive ‐ so families kids teens amp pets all over Cowichan will have great giftsunder the tree this Christmas There is a drop off at the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre Plus on Dec 5 a drop‐off event at Walmart complete withgourmet hot dogs cooked by Chef George Gates by donation Watch theFacebook page for details
Toys Toques amp Toiletries on FacebookClick here for Drop‐Off locations amp Suggested Donation Items
Hashtag for this years drive is TTT15
Make Your Christmas Light Up Lush Lush Eco Lawns Offers Holiday Lighting amp MoreLush Eco Lawns is again offering their Holiday Lighting Service It includes set up removal AND allthe lightsdecor You dont have to climb the ladder or store all that beautiful (but cluttery) stuffIts also the perfect time for yard clean up and treeshrub trimming too Contact Lush Eco Lawn andspruce up for Christmas
Lush Eco Lawn ‐ Holiday Lightingjohnlushecolawnscom | 2505970408
Get Youth Working Available in CowichanThe Get Youth Working Program has received NEW funding and is available Cowichan This Program funded by theGovernment of Canada through the Canada‐British Columbia Job Fund offers employers in specified regions a $2800hiring incentive to hire eligible youth 15 to 29 years of age Additionally employers may request up to $1000 topurchase training for the newly hired youth The Program is open to all employers and youth who meet the criteriaavailable here
Get Youth Working Register online or call 2508613100 | 18778663100
Amazing Video
Star of Last Weeks Amazing Video ‐ Acer Smallest Horse in Britain
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Teafarm Advent Calendar
2 Email your ideas or suggestions to citizenengagementgovbcca3 Submit your stories or ideas to coraleeoakes on Twitter using helpcutredtape
Reducing Red Tape for British Columbians ‐ Deadline Dec 315
Teafarm 10th Anniversary Open House Dec 4+5+6You are invited to Teafarms 10th annual open house Friday+Saturday+Sunday December 4+5+6 from 10 am ‐ 6 pm Share the warmth of the season by thewood stove as you enjoy complimentary teas and delectable sweets It is Teafarms wayof saying thank you for your wonderful support past and present Bring a friend toexperience Teafarm And if you are far away and cant make it we will have a sip anda sweet for you Relax and take your time to find the perfect gift or enjoy shoppingonline from our selection of unique gift sets
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pm8350 Richards Trail
infoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm OnlineClick here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
The Christmas Express Opens Dec 4The BC Forest Discovery Centre invites islanders to come ride the train see lightdisplays enjoy seasonal music make a Christmas craft and ride the ChristmasExpress train Sip hot chocolate and turkey soup from the concession If you followthe aroma youll find our newest addition the Island Mini Donut Stand Avoid line‐upsby purchasing advance tickets in our Gift Shop Open Monday to Wednesday fromnoon ‐ 4pm until Dec 16 Purchase an annual membership for 2016 a perfect giftfor holiday shopping
Christmas Express at the BC Forest Discovery Centre2892 Drinkwater RdDEC 4 5 6DEC 11 12 13DEC 1819202122234 pm last train 830 pm$10 AdultsSeniorsYouth | $8 Children 2 ‐ 12 | Children under 3 FREEAdvance Tickets Available at the BC Forest Discovery Centre Gift shopMondays through Wednesdays until Dec 16 Noon ‐ 4 pm
Orchard Light Up at Merridale ‐ weekends NOV 27 ‐ DEC 20Gather the whole family for this free event Stroll the orchard with a cup of mulled apple cider while the kids searchfor faerie doors Cookies for the kids and a chance to win great prizes Stay for dinner in the bistro and shop for giftsin the farmhouse store
Fri Sat Sun 5‐8pm from Nov 27 to Dec 201230 Merridale Road in Cobble Hill
250‐743‐4293 or infomerridalecidercomwwwMerridaleCidercom
This Just In
Only 4 days left to nominate for Small Business BC Awards ‐ 2 Cowichan businesses already nominatedWe are delighted that 2 Cowichan businesses have been nominated Mid Island Ink Depot and Cowichan WomenAgainst Violence Society Check out Press Release hereIts not to late to nominate more Cowichan businesses at Nominate Small Business BC
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25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting at Cowichan District Hospital Wed Dec 2The 25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting takes place Cowichan District Hospital on Wed Dec 2 The ceremony will beoutside near the front entrance Everyone will have the opportunity to light a light on the tree in memory of a lovedone Music by Queen Margarets Choir and Threshold Choir Refreshments will be provided and served by CowichanValley Hospice Volunteers following the ceremony
25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting CeremonyWed Dec 2 6 pm
Cowichan District Hospital 3045 Gibbons RdPoster to Download and Print
Budget Brake amp Muffler Auto Centre offers Chamber Members Special to DEC 31 2015 Budget Brake and Muffler Auto Centre 5420 Trans Canada Highway is offering 3 Levels of Service at substantialsavings soley for Chamber Members Gold Service = road test rotate tires brake inspection brake service chargingsystem test lube oil and filter change check front and rear suspension exhaust check alignment inspection for$14995 (savings of $100) Silver Service at $8990 and Bronze at $5995 Click here for full servicedescriptioncall Zan to book 250‐715‐1573
Special Members Only Offer ‐ Time to Heal Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure VisitTo introduce themselves to the Chamber community Time to Heal is offering all Duncan Cowichan Chamber ofCommerce members a complimentary on‐site acupressure visit A Time to Heal representative will bring hishermassage chair to a member business or organization and offer free 7‐minute acupressure sessions to all staff membersThat generally means 6‐20 people in 60‐90 minutes
Time To Heal Treatment amp Workshop FacilityContact Time to Heal for Your Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure Visit
2505971099 | erintimetohealcommunitycomTime to Heal is located at 511 Duncan Ave in Duncan
Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact Offer 40 Discount Deadline Fri Dec 4Start your 2016 marketing off early with Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact a leader in small business all‐in‐one marketing solutions This is your chance to get anamazing deal plus all the tools you need to connect with your customers and growyour business Sign up and get 40 off for 3 months Use offer code INDCYBER15 atcheckout This offer ends at midnight on Friday December 4th This offer is onlygood to new customers
40 Off Constant Contact for 3 Months for New Customershttpcontacc1QgZsBu Offer Code INDCYBER15Suelle Stewart Creative
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Tis the Season at Unsworth Vineyards ‐ Christmas Party Dec 20The Unsworth Christmas Party is Sun Dec 20 Join the Unsworth staff for a festive afternoon celebrating theholidays Check the Unsworth Event page for all their events including News Year Eve the Out of Hand Craft Fairand the Vineyards Worth Reading Book Club
Unsworth Vineyards EventsChristmas Party Dec 20
Worth Reading Book Club next meeting Dec 22915 Cameron‐Taggart Rd
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Island Time Tours Offers Christmas in Cowichan and Christmas in VictoriaIsland Time Tours are offering Christmas tours in both Cowichan and Victoria Buy your tickets before Dec 1 andsave $10 The tour will visit the Victoria Festival of Trees Bear Wear Gingerbread Display and Butchart Gardens Follow the links for details amp to register
Christmas in Victoria with Island Time ToursTours Available Sat Dec 5 amp Sun Dec 6 4 ‐ 10 pm | Mon Dec 14 amp Mon Dec 21 1 ‐ 7 pm Bus departs from the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre with an additional pick up in Mill Bay
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursThe Cowichan tour visits the Christmas Express Steam Train at the BC Forest Discovery Next the tour goes toMerridale Cider Works for mulled cider a faerie search in Merridales orchards finishing up with a delicious dinnerFollow the links for details and registration
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursDec 11 amp 18 Depart from Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre amp Mill Bay
Dec 13 amp 20 Depart from Victoria hotels amp Mill BayCall 2504773322 for other pickups en route
Blue Grouse Christmas Specials Free Shipping Anywhere in BC amp Bulk Order SavingsThe holiday season is steadily approaching and its that time of year to stockup your cellar with Blue Grouse wines for holiday and New YearCelebrations We are offering free shipping on a minimum 6 bottlespurchased to anywhere within BC until Dec 15 Mix and match or get all thesame wines your choice
Blue Grouse 2013 Quill White is On SaleA bright and lively blend of Vancouver Island and Okanagan grapes Quill White boasts generous notes of apple peachand lime with an underlying mineral nuance and a lush round mid‐palate Hints of sweet tropical fruit and a crisp finish complete this well‐balanced wine Regular price $204 per case Now just $180 per case or buy 2 cases for $160Our regular price is $204 per case
Christmas Specials at Blue Grouse Estate Winery2181 Lakeside Rd
Free Shipping Now through to Dec 152013 Quill White is On Sale
Order online | infobluegrouseca | 2507433834
International Tea Day at Teafarm Sun Dec 13Teafarm and Margit Nellemann Handbuilt Ceramics invite you to celebrateInternational Tea DayInternational Tea Day highlights the impact of the global teatrade on workers small growers and consumers Teafarm co‐creator and ceramicartist Margit Nellemann will be drawing for one of her funky handbuilt clay teapots inhonour of the day Margit has given away a teapot for the past nine years to raiseawareness of the working conditions for the tea pickers around the world Choosing
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Margit Nelleman Sculptures
organic tea ensures that workers and their families are not being exposed to harmfulchemicals and pesticides Wages and living conditions are improving with theincreased demand for handpicked artisan loose tea
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pmInternational Tea Day Dec 13 19 am ‐ 5 pm
8350 Richards Trailinfoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm Online
Click here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
Puzzling over Christmas Gifts Gift Certificates Available for Jacquie Gordons B amp BLooking for unique Christmas gifts Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons Bed and Breakfastare now available Vista Room with queen and 2 twin beds suitable for couple or family ($140nighttwo ) Heritage Room antique double bed ($115nighttwo) Jacquie Gordons B amp B is aheritage home just 2 km from downtown Duncan on a quiet cul‐de‐sac Its nextled in abeautiful garden that is visited by birds and small wildlife Close to everything with shoppingand walking trails nearby
Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons B amp B2231 Quamichan Place Duncan
Contact Jacquie Gordon 2507467736 | jfjgordonshawcaGive a gift of comfort and relaxation
Toys Toques Toiletries ‐ Drop off at Visitor Centre Theres one week left to participate in the annual Toys Toques amp Toiletriesdrive ‐ so families kids teens amp pets all over Cowichan will have great giftsunder the tree this Christmas There is a drop off at the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre Plus on Dec 5 a drop‐off event at Walmart complete withgourmet hot dogs cooked by Chef George Gates by donation Watch theFacebook page for details
Toys Toques amp Toiletries on FacebookClick here for Drop‐Off locations amp Suggested Donation Items
Hashtag for this years drive is TTT15
Make Your Christmas Light Up Lush Lush Eco Lawns Offers Holiday Lighting amp MoreLush Eco Lawns is again offering their Holiday Lighting Service It includes set up removal AND allthe lightsdecor You dont have to climb the ladder or store all that beautiful (but cluttery) stuffIts also the perfect time for yard clean up and treeshrub trimming too Contact Lush Eco Lawn andspruce up for Christmas
Lush Eco Lawn ‐ Holiday Lightingjohnlushecolawnscom | 2505970408
Get Youth Working Available in CowichanThe Get Youth Working Program has received NEW funding and is available Cowichan This Program funded by theGovernment of Canada through the Canada‐British Columbia Job Fund offers employers in specified regions a $2800hiring incentive to hire eligible youth 15 to 29 years of age Additionally employers may request up to $1000 topurchase training for the newly hired youth The Program is open to all employers and youth who meet the criteriaavailable here
Get Youth Working Register online or call 2508613100 | 18778663100
Amazing Video
Star of Last Weeks Amazing Video ‐ Acer Smallest Horse in Britain
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The Chamber eNews is disseminated to the business community every Friday and carries Chamber and Member newsPlease send your news to chamberduncanccbcca by noon on Thurs for the Fri eNews Fifty word maximumvoiced in 3rd person Please be sure to include date time location and price as appropriate We include linkscontact 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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Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce | 2896 Drinkwater Road | Duncan | BC | V9L 6C2 | Canada
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25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting at Cowichan District Hospital Wed Dec 2The 25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting takes place Cowichan District Hospital on Wed Dec 2 The ceremony will beoutside near the front entrance Everyone will have the opportunity to light a light on the tree in memory of a lovedone Music by Queen Margarets Choir and Threshold Choir Refreshments will be provided and served by CowichanValley Hospice Volunteers following the ceremony
25th Annual Hospice Tree Lighting CeremonyWed Dec 2 6 pm
Cowichan District Hospital 3045 Gibbons RdPoster to Download and Print
Budget Brake amp Muffler Auto Centre offers Chamber Members Special to DEC 31 2015 Budget Brake and Muffler Auto Centre 5420 Trans Canada Highway is offering 3 Levels of Service at substantialsavings soley for Chamber Members Gold Service = road test rotate tires brake inspection brake service chargingsystem test lube oil and filter change check front and rear suspension exhaust check alignment inspection for$14995 (savings of $100) Silver Service at $8990 and Bronze at $5995 Click here for full servicedescriptioncall Zan to book 250‐715‐1573
Special Members Only Offer ‐ Time to Heal Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure VisitTo introduce themselves to the Chamber community Time to Heal is offering all Duncan Cowichan Chamber ofCommerce members a complimentary on‐site acupressure visit A Time to Heal representative will bring hishermassage chair to a member business or organization and offer free 7‐minute acupressure sessions to all staff membersThat generally means 6‐20 people in 60‐90 minutes
Time To Heal Treatment amp Workshop FacilityContact Time to Heal for Your Complimentary On‐Site Acupressure Visit
2505971099 | erintimetohealcommunitycomTime to Heal is located at 511 Duncan Ave in Duncan
Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact Offer 40 Discount Deadline Fri Dec 4Start your 2016 marketing off early with Suelle Stewart Creative and Constant Contact a leader in small business all‐in‐one marketing solutions This is your chance to get anamazing deal plus all the tools you need to connect with your customers and growyour business Sign up and get 40 off for 3 months Use offer code INDCYBER15 atcheckout This offer ends at midnight on Friday December 4th This offer is onlygood to new customers
40 Off Constant Contact for 3 Months for New Customershttpcontacc1QgZsBu Offer Code INDCYBER15Suelle Stewart Creative
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Tis the Season at Unsworth Vineyards ‐ Christmas Party Dec 20The Unsworth Christmas Party is Sun Dec 20 Join the Unsworth staff for a festive afternoon celebrating theholidays Check the Unsworth Event page for all their events including News Year Eve the Out of Hand Craft Fairand the Vineyards Worth Reading Book Club
Unsworth Vineyards EventsChristmas Party Dec 20
Worth Reading Book Club next meeting Dec 22915 Cameron‐Taggart Rd
infounsworthvineyardscom | 2509292292
Member News
Island Time Tours Offers Christmas in Cowichan and Christmas in VictoriaIsland Time Tours are offering Christmas tours in both Cowichan and Victoria Buy your tickets before Dec 1 andsave $10 The tour will visit the Victoria Festival of Trees Bear Wear Gingerbread Display and Butchart Gardens Follow the links for details amp to register
Christmas in Victoria with Island Time ToursTours Available Sat Dec 5 amp Sun Dec 6 4 ‐ 10 pm | Mon Dec 14 amp Mon Dec 21 1 ‐ 7 pm Bus departs from the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre with an additional pick up in Mill Bay
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursThe Cowichan tour visits the Christmas Express Steam Train at the BC Forest Discovery Next the tour goes toMerridale Cider Works for mulled cider a faerie search in Merridales orchards finishing up with a delicious dinnerFollow the links for details and registration
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursDec 11 amp 18 Depart from Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre amp Mill Bay
Dec 13 amp 20 Depart from Victoria hotels amp Mill BayCall 2504773322 for other pickups en route
Blue Grouse Christmas Specials Free Shipping Anywhere in BC amp Bulk Order SavingsThe holiday season is steadily approaching and its that time of year to stockup your cellar with Blue Grouse wines for holiday and New YearCelebrations We are offering free shipping on a minimum 6 bottlespurchased to anywhere within BC until Dec 15 Mix and match or get all thesame wines your choice
Blue Grouse 2013 Quill White is On SaleA bright and lively blend of Vancouver Island and Okanagan grapes Quill White boasts generous notes of apple peachand lime with an underlying mineral nuance and a lush round mid‐palate Hints of sweet tropical fruit and a crisp finish complete this well‐balanced wine Regular price $204 per case Now just $180 per case or buy 2 cases for $160Our regular price is $204 per case
Christmas Specials at Blue Grouse Estate Winery2181 Lakeside Rd
Free Shipping Now through to Dec 152013 Quill White is On Sale
Order online | infobluegrouseca | 2507433834
International Tea Day at Teafarm Sun Dec 13Teafarm and Margit Nellemann Handbuilt Ceramics invite you to celebrateInternational Tea DayInternational Tea Day highlights the impact of the global teatrade on workers small growers and consumers Teafarm co‐creator and ceramicartist Margit Nellemann will be drawing for one of her funky handbuilt clay teapots inhonour of the day Margit has given away a teapot for the past nine years to raiseawareness of the working conditions for the tea pickers around the world Choosing
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Margit Nelleman Sculptures
organic tea ensures that workers and their families are not being exposed to harmfulchemicals and pesticides Wages and living conditions are improving with theincreased demand for handpicked artisan loose tea
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pmInternational Tea Day Dec 13 19 am ‐ 5 pm
8350 Richards Trailinfoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm Online
Click here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
Puzzling over Christmas Gifts Gift Certificates Available for Jacquie Gordons B amp BLooking for unique Christmas gifts Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons Bed and Breakfastare now available Vista Room with queen and 2 twin beds suitable for couple or family ($140nighttwo ) Heritage Room antique double bed ($115nighttwo) Jacquie Gordons B amp B is aheritage home just 2 km from downtown Duncan on a quiet cul‐de‐sac Its nextled in abeautiful garden that is visited by birds and small wildlife Close to everything with shoppingand walking trails nearby
Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons B amp B2231 Quamichan Place Duncan
Contact Jacquie Gordon 2507467736 | jfjgordonshawcaGive a gift of comfort and relaxation
Toys Toques Toiletries ‐ Drop off at Visitor Centre Theres one week left to participate in the annual Toys Toques amp Toiletriesdrive ‐ so families kids teens amp pets all over Cowichan will have great giftsunder the tree this Christmas There is a drop off at the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre Plus on Dec 5 a drop‐off event at Walmart complete withgourmet hot dogs cooked by Chef George Gates by donation Watch theFacebook page for details
Toys Toques amp Toiletries on FacebookClick here for Drop‐Off locations amp Suggested Donation Items
Hashtag for this years drive is TTT15
Make Your Christmas Light Up Lush Lush Eco Lawns Offers Holiday Lighting amp MoreLush Eco Lawns is again offering their Holiday Lighting Service It includes set up removal AND allthe lightsdecor You dont have to climb the ladder or store all that beautiful (but cluttery) stuffIts also the perfect time for yard clean up and treeshrub trimming too Contact Lush Eco Lawn andspruce up for Christmas
Lush Eco Lawn ‐ Holiday Lightingjohnlushecolawnscom | 2505970408
Get Youth Working Available in CowichanThe Get Youth Working Program has received NEW funding and is available Cowichan This Program funded by theGovernment of Canada through the Canada‐British Columbia Job Fund offers employers in specified regions a $2800hiring incentive to hire eligible youth 15 to 29 years of age Additionally employers may request up to $1000 topurchase training for the newly hired youth The Program is open to all employers and youth who meet the criteriaavailable here
Get Youth Working Register online or call 2508613100 | 18778663100
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Tis the Season at Unsworth Vineyards ‐ Christmas Party Dec 20The Unsworth Christmas Party is Sun Dec 20 Join the Unsworth staff for a festive afternoon celebrating theholidays Check the Unsworth Event page for all their events including News Year Eve the Out of Hand Craft Fairand the Vineyards Worth Reading Book Club
Unsworth Vineyards EventsChristmas Party Dec 20
Worth Reading Book Club next meeting Dec 22915 Cameron‐Taggart Rd
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Island Time Tours Offers Christmas in Cowichan and Christmas in VictoriaIsland Time Tours are offering Christmas tours in both Cowichan and Victoria Buy your tickets before Dec 1 andsave $10 The tour will visit the Victoria Festival of Trees Bear Wear Gingerbread Display and Butchart Gardens Follow the links for details amp to register
Christmas in Victoria with Island Time ToursTours Available Sat Dec 5 amp Sun Dec 6 4 ‐ 10 pm | Mon Dec 14 amp Mon Dec 21 1 ‐ 7 pm Bus departs from the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre with an additional pick up in Mill Bay
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursThe Cowichan tour visits the Christmas Express Steam Train at the BC Forest Discovery Next the tour goes toMerridale Cider Works for mulled cider a faerie search in Merridales orchards finishing up with a delicious dinnerFollow the links for details and registration
Christmas in Cowichan with Island Time ToursDec 11 amp 18 Depart from Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre amp Mill Bay
Dec 13 amp 20 Depart from Victoria hotels amp Mill BayCall 2504773322 for other pickups en route
Blue Grouse Christmas Specials Free Shipping Anywhere in BC amp Bulk Order SavingsThe holiday season is steadily approaching and its that time of year to stockup your cellar with Blue Grouse wines for holiday and New YearCelebrations We are offering free shipping on a minimum 6 bottlespurchased to anywhere within BC until Dec 15 Mix and match or get all thesame wines your choice
Blue Grouse 2013 Quill White is On SaleA bright and lively blend of Vancouver Island and Okanagan grapes Quill White boasts generous notes of apple peachand lime with an underlying mineral nuance and a lush round mid‐palate Hints of sweet tropical fruit and a crisp finish complete this well‐balanced wine Regular price $204 per case Now just $180 per case or buy 2 cases for $160Our regular price is $204 per case
Christmas Specials at Blue Grouse Estate Winery2181 Lakeside Rd
Free Shipping Now through to Dec 152013 Quill White is On Sale
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International Tea Day at Teafarm Sun Dec 13Teafarm and Margit Nellemann Handbuilt Ceramics invite you to celebrateInternational Tea DayInternational Tea Day highlights the impact of the global teatrade on workers small growers and consumers Teafarm co‐creator and ceramicartist Margit Nellemann will be drawing for one of her funky handbuilt clay teapots inhonour of the day Margit has given away a teapot for the past nine years to raiseawareness of the working conditions for the tea pickers around the world Choosing
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organic tea ensures that workers and their families are not being exposed to harmfulchemicals and pesticides Wages and living conditions are improving with theincreased demand for handpicked artisan loose tea
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pmInternational Tea Day Dec 13 19 am ‐ 5 pm
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Puzzling over Christmas Gifts Gift Certificates Available for Jacquie Gordons B amp BLooking for unique Christmas gifts Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons Bed and Breakfastare now available Vista Room with queen and 2 twin beds suitable for couple or family ($140nighttwo ) Heritage Room antique double bed ($115nighttwo) Jacquie Gordons B amp B is aheritage home just 2 km from downtown Duncan on a quiet cul‐de‐sac Its nextled in abeautiful garden that is visited by birds and small wildlife Close to everything with shoppingand walking trails nearby
Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons B amp B2231 Quamichan Place Duncan
Contact Jacquie Gordon 2507467736 | jfjgordonshawcaGive a gift of comfort and relaxation
Toys Toques Toiletries ‐ Drop off at Visitor Centre Theres one week left to participate in the annual Toys Toques amp Toiletriesdrive ‐ so families kids teens amp pets all over Cowichan will have great giftsunder the tree this Christmas There is a drop off at the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre Plus on Dec 5 a drop‐off event at Walmart complete withgourmet hot dogs cooked by Chef George Gates by donation Watch theFacebook page for details
Toys Toques amp Toiletries on FacebookClick here for Drop‐Off locations amp Suggested Donation Items
Hashtag for this years drive is TTT15
Make Your Christmas Light Up Lush Lush Eco Lawns Offers Holiday Lighting amp MoreLush Eco Lawns is again offering their Holiday Lighting Service It includes set up removal AND allthe lightsdecor You dont have to climb the ladder or store all that beautiful (but cluttery) stuffIts also the perfect time for yard clean up and treeshrub trimming too Contact Lush Eco Lawn andspruce up for Christmas
Lush Eco Lawn ‐ Holiday Lightingjohnlushecolawnscom | 2505970408
Get Youth Working Available in CowichanThe Get Youth Working Program has received NEW funding and is available Cowichan This Program funded by theGovernment of Canada through the Canada‐British Columbia Job Fund offers employers in specified regions a $2800hiring incentive to hire eligible youth 15 to 29 years of age Additionally employers may request up to $1000 topurchase training for the newly hired youth The Program is open to all employers and youth who meet the criteriaavailable here
Get Youth Working Register online or call 2508613100 | 18778663100
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Star of Last Weeks Amazing Video ‐ Acer Smallest Horse in Britain
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Margit Nelleman Sculptures
organic tea ensures that workers and their families are not being exposed to harmfulchemicals and pesticides Wages and living conditions are improving with theincreased demand for handpicked artisan loose tea
Teafarm Open House Dec 4+5+6 10 am ‐ 6 pmInternational Tea Day Dec 13 19 am ‐ 5 pm
8350 Richards Trailinfoteafarmca | 2507483811 | Shop Teafarm Online
Click here for more Teafarm news in their latest newsletter
Puzzling over Christmas Gifts Gift Certificates Available for Jacquie Gordons B amp BLooking for unique Christmas gifts Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons Bed and Breakfastare now available Vista Room with queen and 2 twin beds suitable for couple or family ($140nighttwo ) Heritage Room antique double bed ($115nighttwo) Jacquie Gordons B amp B is aheritage home just 2 km from downtown Duncan on a quiet cul‐de‐sac Its nextled in abeautiful garden that is visited by birds and small wildlife Close to everything with shoppingand walking trails nearby
Gift Certificates for Jacquie Gordons B amp B2231 Quamichan Place Duncan
Contact Jacquie Gordon 2507467736 | jfjgordonshawcaGive a gift of comfort and relaxation
Toys Toques Toiletries ‐ Drop off at Visitor Centre Theres one week left to participate in the annual Toys Toques amp Toiletriesdrive ‐ so families kids teens amp pets all over Cowichan will have great giftsunder the tree this Christmas There is a drop off at the Cowichan RegionalVisitor Centre Plus on Dec 5 a drop‐off event at Walmart complete withgourmet hot dogs cooked by Chef George Gates by donation Watch theFacebook page for details
Toys Toques amp Toiletries on FacebookClick here for Drop‐Off locations amp Suggested Donation Items
Hashtag for this years drive is TTT15
Make Your Christmas Light Up Lush Lush Eco Lawns Offers Holiday Lighting amp MoreLush Eco Lawns is again offering their Holiday Lighting Service It includes set up removal AND allthe lightsdecor You dont have to climb the ladder or store all that beautiful (but cluttery) stuffIts also the perfect time for yard clean up and treeshrub trimming too Contact Lush Eco Lawn andspruce up for Christmas
Lush Eco Lawn ‐ Holiday Lightingjohnlushecolawnscom | 2505970408
Get Youth Working Available in CowichanThe Get Youth Working Program has received NEW funding and is available Cowichan This Program funded by theGovernment of Canada through the Canada‐British Columbia Job Fund offers employers in specified regions a $2800hiring incentive to hire eligible youth 15 to 29 years of age Additionally employers may request up to $1000 topurchase training for the newly hired youth The Program is open to all employers and youth who meet the criteriaavailable here
Get Youth Working Register online or call 2508613100 | 18778663100
Amazing Video
Star of Last Weeks Amazing Video ‐ Acer Smallest Horse in Britain
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The Chamber eNews is disseminated to the business community every Friday and carries Chamber and Member newsPlease send your news to chamberduncanccbcca by noon on Thurs for the Fri eNews Fifty word maximumvoiced in 3rd person Please be sure to include date time location and price as appropriate We include linkscontact 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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Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce | 2896 Drinkwater Road | Duncan | BC | V9L 6C2 | Canada
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The Chamber eNews is disseminated to the business community every Friday and carries Chamber and Member newsPlease send your news to chamberduncanccbcca by noon on Thurs for the Fri eNews Fifty word maximumvoiced in 3rd person Please be sure to include date time location and price as appropriate We include linkscontact information amp social media Items may be edited for brevity amp clarity Images should be suitable forthumbnail size Items run for 3 ‐ 4 weeks
Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce2896 Drinkwater Road Duncan BC V9L 6C2
E chamberduncanccbcca | T 2507481111 | F 2507468222____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce | 2896 Drinkwater Road | Duncan | BC | V9L 6C2 | Canada
