2012-2-22 - Being smart with your power makes good business cent$ Join us for an informative breakfast February 22nd and learn about simple, practical changes that can save your business money and energy year after year. Power Smart Specialist, Eric Beevor-Potts wi.... more info »
2012-1-19 - Clean Energy Drives Regional Economic Development Learn from an industry expert how Clean Energy Producers in BC are providing cost effective electricity through efficient and environmentally responsible development of the Province’s energy resources.... more info »
2011-11-17 - Aquaculture Builds Local Economy Attend this event to network, share best practices and hear insights into the aquaculture industry, its importance to our local economy and jobs and the economic opportunities aquaculture can bring to.... more info »
2011-10-26 - Municipal Election Business Forum Campbell River Chamber will be hosting a Muncipal Election Business Forum for the upcoming Municipal Election on the evening of Wednesday October 26th at the Tidemark Theatre. More details will be ann.... more info »
2011-10-12 - Business Expo Promote your business, connect and network at this high profile, business event featuring Chamber Member businesses! Admission is open to everyone free of charge!<br>For more information visit the <a .... more info »
2011-9-24 - 2011 Business Awards of Distinction The event’s theme is ‘Success Beyond the Lemonade Stand’ promoting the value of early business literacy, entrepreneurship, determination and innovation – the winning formula for business success at an.... more info »
2011-6-14 - NIC: Innovative Planning and Programs to Meet Local Workforce Needs Join us for networking and a barbecue lunch in the beautiful garden setting of Sequoia Springs Golf Club. Our special guests, Dr. Jan Lindsay and Cheryl O’Connell of North Island College will speak ab.... more info »
2011-5-19 - Chamber AGM Join us for our new format Annual General Meeting! At our last AGM in November, membership voted to move the AGM to the spring of each year so that we can present your Chamber financial statements for.... more info »
2011-5-12 - Chamber Membership Luncheon Mining Builds Local Economy
Attend this event to network, share best practices and hear insights into the mining industry, its importance to our local economy and jobs and the economic opportunitie.... more info »
2011-4-14 - Chamber Membership Luncheon BC Hydro Prepares for $1.35 Billion John Hart Project
BC Hydro is pleased to present a project overview on the John Hart Generating Station Replacement Project. Stephen Watson will provide some bac.... more info »
2011-3-17 - Chamber Membership Luncheon Workforce Development Within a Rural Transitioning Economy
Find out what Campbell River employers and businesses have identified as the future indicators for employment and business success in our .... more info »
2011-3-10 - Social Media and Online Marketing Tactics This vdeo conference workshop focuses on understanding social media, what is it and how it’s connecting people. Discussions will include how/if social media is an important part of your small business.... more info »
2011-3-1 - Are YOU Export Ready? BC Business Engagement Export Workshop International markets represent an exceptional business development opportunity. They provide companies a platform to build future business beyond traditional markets. “The Strategies of International.... more info »
2011-2-22 - An Introduction to Successful Marketing for Small Business Members are invited to attend this workshop as a brief overview of how effective marketing can develop understanding of your products and services, increase market awareness and increase overall sales.... more info »
2010-11-24 - Annual General Meeting Join us for this fun evening of networking, delicious appetizers and light business as we celebrate a successful year and look forward to a new year beginning with the election of your Board of Direct.... more info »
2010-10-25 - Succession Planning Workshop A succession plan or sometimes referred to as an exit plan, is a comprehensive road map that helps business owners successfully and profitably exit a privately held business. A succession plan answer.... more info »
2010-10-14 - Tidal Energy Renewable tidal energy is beginning to attract attention worldwide and Campbell River is one of the regions being eyed with interest. The Canoe Pass project should move ahead in 2011 and it is hoped t.... more info »
2010-10-13 - Chamber Open House Please join us October 13th from 4pm – 6pm. Light refreshments.
An opportunity to network and learn more about…..
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<li>New education seminars for businesses
<li>New funding sources to supp.... more info »
2010-9-30 - Sustainable Campbell River: Creating Our Future Are you wondering how your business can get involved in the City’s Sustainable Official Community Plan? Join us during this FREE Lunch and Learn for Chamber Members, to hear Amber Zirnhelt, Campbell .... more info »
2010-9-9 - Economic Shift and Your Business Dr. Farid Novin of the Bank of Canada will be speaking to Chamber of Commerce members and the business community on recent economic shifts and how they may affect you and your business. His presentat.... more info »
2010-6-18 - Spirit of Campbell River Window Decorating Contest Show your spirit Campbell River! Campbell River Chamber of Commerce is pleased to sponsor the annual Business Window Decorating Contest. This year’s theme is “Spirit of the River”. Businesses, large a.... more info »
2010-5-12 - Lunch & Learn with Steve Frasher, Western Forest Products Inc. Steve Frasher, President & CEO of Western Forest Products will be in Campbell River Wednesday May 12th and will be available for an open discussion with Chamber Members from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. at.... more info »
2010-5-6 - The Benefits of Social Media Marketing Learn what social media marketing (SMM) and other online tools can do for your business and the tremendous impact they can have to drive traffic to your website and increase and connect with your cust.... more info »
2010-4-22 - City Update Mayor Cornfield will provide an update on City projects and priorities for 2010 with a focus on initiatives that affect local business and how the City is working to improve Campbell River’s business .... more info »
2010-4-17 - WorldHost Fundamentals Customer Service Training Exceptional customer service will set your business apart from the competition! WorldHost Fundamentals is effective training for anyone dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. In a fun, i.... more info »
2010-3-16 - Helping Businesses Sell to the Government of Canada The Office of Small and Medium Enterprises can help identify specific business opportunities stemming from government purchasing. OSME shows suppliers how to identify opportunities, navigate the gove.... more info »
2010-2-26 - Harmonised Sales Tax Workshop The Canada Revenue Agency is offering information sessions on the Harmonised Sales Tax (HST) in preparation for the proposed July 1, 2010 change. These sessions will provide business owners with infor.... more info »
2010-2-10 - Harmonised Sales Tax Introduction Learn about the benefits to the provincial economy of a harmonised sales tax through enhanced productivity and competitiveness. We also address other jurisdictions experience with harmonization and w.... more info »
2010-1-26 - Honourable Pat Bell, Minister of Forests and Range Forests and Range Minister Pat Bell will talk about government's actions to help B.C. take advantages of emerging opportunities in the new forest economy.
Minister Bell was first elected to repres.... more info »
2010-1-12 - BDC Workshop: Boost Productivity and Increase Competitiveness How can you be sure that your company will be on the forefront of the economic upturn? By attending this dynamic, hands-on workshop designed to give you a fresh outlook and improve your company's prod.... more info »
2009-12-15 - Business After Hours with Heron's Landing Hotel Join the crew at Heron’s Landing Hotel for festive holiday refreshments and delectable treats this December 15th from 4:30–6:00 pm. Get a taste for this newly renovated hotel’s chique accommodations a.... more info »
2009-11-26 - Annual General Meeting This fun evening of networking, companionship, light food and light business is always sold out. Our feature speaker will be Stephen Watson of BC Hydro who will be giving a brief update on BC Hydro’s .... more info »
2009-11-17 - Business After Hours with Volunteer Campbell River This Business After Hours event is the perfect opportunity to come in and meet us at the Volunteer Centre outside of our regular business hours that may not always work within your schedule. Learn wh.... more info »
2009-10-20 - Together We Are Stronger - Insights and Ideas to Strengthen Your Business In celebration of Small Business Week, Campbell River Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Business and Professional Women’s Network is proud to present an evening designed to help identify, s.... more info »
2009-9-15 - Dr. Ron Burnett, President and Vice-Chancellor of Emily Carr University of Art & Design In our hearts and often in our actions, we are all creative people. The impulse to create objects and experiences is as old as human civilization itself. The 21st Century has so far seen the renaissan.... more info »
2009-7-21 - Business After Hours with Run of the River Excursions, Active Campbell River & West Coast Helicopter Meet at Dick Murphy Park adjacent to the West Coast Helicopters’ (WCH) hanger for a social with a twist – a GPS-based scavenger hunt; aka “Geohunt”. There will be a prize for one team: A certificate f.... more info »
2009-7-12 - Coffee and Conversation with the Chamber Our drop in coffee and conversation events have wrapped up for the summer and will start again in September. Watch our Chamber publications and this events page for September’s venues.
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2009-6-26 - Canada Day Business Window Decorating Contest Show your spirit Campbell River! Campbell River Chamber of Commerce is pleased to sponsor the annual Canada Day Business Window Decorating Contest. This year’s theme is “Spirit of the River”. Business.... more info »
2009-6-16 - Business After Hours with Salvation Army Did you know that the Salvation Army is the largest non-governmental provider of social services in Canada? Did you know that profits from the Family Thrift Store and the New Beginnings Boutique fund.... more info »
2009-6-9 - Chamber of Commerce Lunch & Learn Severance & Separation Planning
Presented by Ingrid Bergmann, Right Management Consultants
Separations can be a fact of business life. They can be managed effectively and with respect for individ.... more info »
2009-6-4 - Irene Lewis, President & CEO, SAIT Polytechnic Join Irene Lewis, President & CEO, SAIT Polytechnic as she shares her approach to embracing innovation and inspiring people. And how acts of courage led to transforming a trade school on the hill into.... more info »
2009-5-30 - Business Awards of Distinction Gala Reception Join us for a gala reception as we celebrate excellence in our business community! We will honour all those nominated for the Business Awards of Distinction, present the finalists and announce the win.... more info »
2009-5-19 - Lunch & Learn with Jonathon Sparks, TradeStart Come to this 1 hour brown bag lunch to learn about how TradeStart, a federal initiative to help small and medium sized businesses engage in international trade, may be able to help your small business.... more info »
2009-5-19 - Sequoia Springs Golf Club Come out and see their new, lengthened and renovated 6,100 yard Par 72 course!
Come early and enjoy a complimentary 9 Hole Golf Tournament! Tee time is 3:00 p.m. Wine, h’ors d’oeurves and networki.... more info »
2009-4-28 - Storey Creek Golf Club & GCS Technology Services Storey Creek Golf Club along with GCS Technology Services, look forward to an evening of introductions and activities at the golf course. Management from Storey Creek Golf Club will be on hand to wel.... more info »
2009-4-25 - SuperHost Fundamentals SuperHost training will help ensure your business provides service that sets you apart from the competition! Employees will benefit too from the focus on attitude, empowerment and teamwork. Distinguis.... more info »
2009-4-23 - All Candidates Meeting Don’t miss this chance to meet and ask questions of the candidates running in the upcoming Provincial Election. The forum will follow standard format, providing each candidate with a time allotment o.... more info »
2009-3-26 - Campbell River Art Gallery and Visitor Centre Enjoy an evening at the Centennial Building! Art Gallery Curator, Manon Staiger, will be on hand to give a brief talk about the current exhibitions featuring Quadra Island artist Martha James (ceramic.... more info »
2009-3-19 - Campbell River Multicultural & Immigrant Services Association How can Campbell River businesses help keep our streets safe, maybe even make them safer, and at the same time have a positive effect on their bottom line? Come to the Chamber of Commerce Lunch and L.... more info »
2009-3-6 - Shifting Towards a Sustainable Future **Dr. Suzuki's Inspiring Success presentation will air on Shaw Cable 10 Monday March 16th at 9:30 p.m.
"For two years, the environment and health have been at the top of public concern in Canada. .... more info »
2009-2-17 - Discovery Community College Discovery Community College is Vancouver Island’s largest private vocational college, focusing on core level career training. Offering programs in Business, Health Sciences and Trades, Discovery Commu.... more info »
2009-2-13 - BC Forest Safety Ombudsman Roger Harris has been actively involved in exploring resource road safety and management issues. In February 2008, he released a report entitled “No Longer the Road Less Travelled,” where he recommen.... more info »
2009-2-12 - Habitat for Humanity Help build it! The 2009 Build starts this spring in Campbell River and Habitat for Humanity needs your help! Join Karen Melanson of Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North on Thursday February 12.... more info »
2009-1-20 - The Ministry of Small Business and Revenue The Ministry of Small Business and Revenue will be our guests at the January 20th Lunch N Learn. There will be a brief Provincial Sales Tax (PST) presentation which will cover the PST basics, and mos.... more info »
2009-1-20 - Shadoe Intimates Shadoe Intimates Inc. has been open over 6 years in Campbell River. It is an upscale lingerie and adult novelty shop, run by Kim Jarvis and her very knowledgeable staff. They have recently moved to .... more info »
2009-1-20 - The Ministry of Small Business and Revenue The Ministry of Small Business and Revenue will be our guests at the January 20th Lunch N Learn. There will be a brief Provincial Sales Tax (PST) presentation which will cover the PST basics, and mos.... more info »