Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce
10382 Patricia Bay Highway V8L 5S8 North Saanich, BC, Canada

As vaccines roll out, this could be a potentially contentious issue for employers and some of their employees.

Would the person who "borrowed" this skull, please return it, stat? Thank you!

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Oooh! A contest! One more reason to head over to Boondock's Bar and Grill.

In case you just haven't heard the "P" word enough since March.

Who's got stocking stuffers? Show us the goods or share a link below! Shop local and keep the cheer here!

In other news...

Chance to do some shopping this evening at this Pop-Up Event at Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea. #loveyourlocal

As the pandemic drags on and drags some of us down, humour is essential.

A little #loveyourlocal from TELUS. Enter for your chance to support the Saanich Peninsula.

COVID-19 FACEBOOK PAGE takeover. From now until this pandemic ends, our Facebook page will be devoted exclusively to supporting Saanich Peninsula businesses (members or not) through this difficult time. Post what you are doing to support your own business or other businesses. We will do the same. Our goal: to be a conduit for useful, current, local, accurate information. Bookmark and share this page so we can support each other and begin preparations for recovery.

If you are looking for something fun to do with your family this weekend, make Country Bee Honey Farm your destination. Check out their gardens and so much more for the entire family to enjoy!

Access is a little tricky to Home Hardware Sidney today but dont let that stop you from checking out the sweet treats in their new Lolly Gobble Sweet Shop.

It truly takes a village! Kudos to Boondocks Bar and Grill for your efforts to protect customers and staff. We appreciate you.

A reminder in these dark, strange times of the good in the world.

Two Sidney outbreaks. We need to continue to be vigilant.

When you are geared up for a great year, and you get 2020 instead.

Three things we love: Boondocks Bar and Grill, Mac & Cheese and initiatives that support community!

Employers with reasonable plans to recall employees by a specific date that falls after August 30, 2020 can apply to extend the temporary layoff through a variance to the Act with the Employment Standards Branch (ESB). You have only a short window to apply. DEADLINE is August 25, 2020.

Can you reunite Janis and her flash?

Lets give a friendly Sidney welcome to the newest restaurant - Royal Aroma. Open daily 11am - 9 pm. 2470 Beacon Ave. Their sister restaurant Royal Aroma in Campbell River gets rave reviews!

Join us in requesting support for tax reform for craft distillers. Contact your MP. Sign the petition here: https://www.change.org/p/bill-morneau-support-excise-parity

This might hurt some of our members.

Seeking input from the public can be a mixed bag.

It is a taxable benefit so plan accordingly.

International Chamber of Commerce Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO said of the their and UNICEFs recent joint call to action: The very nature of the COVID-19 crisis calls for a response that places public-private cooperation at its very core. We will only be successful in mitigating the worst effects of the pandemic if we break traditional silos and forge partnerships capable of containing the spread of the virus, protecting jobs and supporting families. Our call for global collaboration to protect lives and livelihoods is not simply a moral argument in an interconnected economy, there will be no recovery from from COVID-19 unless we work together to protect everyone, everywhere.

The increase in tourists and public activity on Vancouver Island creates more opportunities for transmission of the virus. 1) Take any and all appropriate safety precautions. 2) Bookmark this Island Health web page to check current local outbreak and exposure information.

You may find this graphic useful when considering future activities.

Expect lane restrictions and traffic delays on West Saasnich Rd. between Munro and Tseycum First Nation for the next few months as the Scoter Trail Rehabilitation Project gets underway.

Douglas magazine checking in with local chambers to get a read on regional recovery efforts.

Last chance to register for tomorrows Zoom networking event with Canoe Cove Marina.

Do you know anyone searching for a job? This workshop might be just what they need to create the resume that lands them a great job. Contact WorkBC-Sidney & Gulf Islands to register.

SCAM WARNING - Canadian Red Cross: "These cards violate the use of our emblem. The Canadian Red Cross is NOT delivering medical exemption cards."

If you arent yet acquainted, you can meet Frank at Canadian Tire. Frank is high quality and his wit is on point.

Any suggestions for space for 6+ people on the Peninsula or closer to Victoria?

Every little bit helps.

Join in and provide input to the province about how your business is faring.

Plan your weekend travel accordingly.

A belated Canada Day post... We have shared this before, but some things are better the second time around.

We love to share good news! We are happy to hear 10 Acres Restaurants & Farm has softly opened their Cafe & Market at The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa. Peninsula folk are nothing but supportive so stop by, say hello, buy a few things and welcome them to Sidney!

New affordable housing complex slated to be built in Brentwood Bay.