Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce
Box 249, 7250 Market Street V0N 2P0 Port Hardy, BC, Canada

Do you have a question for the Hon. Erin O'Toole? Join us tomorrow! - https://mailchi.mp//membership-conference-with-hon-erin-ot

Your chance to meet the Hon. Erin O'Toole. Join us for remarks by the Leader of Canada's Conservatives and the Official Opposition, which will followed by questions and answers. - https://mailchi.mp//membership-conference-with-hon-erin-ot

Even more speed networking! We had such a great time at the first two sessions that we are doing it again. Join us for this opportunity to meet the people behind our local tourism and hospitality businesses and learn more about what they offer.- https://mailchi.mp/a/bring-on-more-speed-networking-4236601

Due to some technical issues (since resolved) here is another chance to enjoy a drive in movie this weekend. If you have a rain check from last week it will be honoured.

Your experience and insight is appreciated for a Small Business Recovery Playbook. Please consider joining our regional focus group. - https://mailchi.mp//small-business-recovery-playbook-your-

A reliable business communication platform is being built. It will be used to communicate with North Island businesses for emergency management, business retention & expansion, and business support programs. - https://mailchi.mp//building-a-reliable-business-communica

North Island College is seeking a journeyman carpenter/carpentry instructor for an upcoming program in Port McNeill, starting Feb. 22, 2021. https://careers.nic.bc.ca/postings/922

Are you looking for some guidance to level up in 2021? The Tech Resiliency Program can help. This program connects you to advisors, mentors, best practices & tools to help you prepare for a successful recovery. Bring the power of experts to your business, plan to attend an information session on Jan 13, 2021 01:00 PM. Register in advance for this meeting: https://intraworks.zoom.us//tJYlc-yvqzwuGdB8KfE2zsc1OpuOh8

Many of us are envisioning how business will look on the other side of the pandemic. Several Port Hardy businesses took part in the first session of Building Resiliency to Thrive, and it was eye opening. Last chance to book for the January 12th session of this great leadership program! - https://mailchi.mp//sign-up-for-the-building-resilience-to

Join your local peers who are just completing the first session of this eye opening program. The next session of 'Building Resilience to Thrive' starts on January 12th and we hope to see you there. For information and registration visit https://porthardychamber.com//building-resiliency-to-thri/

'Tis the season for your Chamber to promote you! Send us your holiday message or ad. Free for members. Read below for information on how to participate. - https://mailchi.mp//tis-the-season-for-your-chamber-to-pro

Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) Opens. Read below to find out how to get more information-

By order and direction of the PHO, all individuals, places of work and businesses in B.C. must significantly reduce social interactions and travel. The order is in effect from November 19, 2020 at midnight to December 7, 2020 at midnight. Here is some information for local businesses- https://mailchi.mp//covid-19-updates-what-should-local-bus

Reminder: Port Hardy Tourism Stakeholders Meeting - https://mailchi.mp//port-hardy-tourism-stakeholders-meetin

Get certified in Business Resilience & you will be in a solid position to strengthen your own business and to become a valuable asset to our community. The first of 3 sessions starts tomorrow!

By order and direction of the PHO, individuals and businesses in BC must significantly reduce social interactions and travel from November 19 at midnight. The order is in effect until December 7, 2020 at midnight. If you have questions about the PHO order issued on November 19, please contact the BC Ministry of Health or visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca//emerge/covid-19-provincial-support

Please note that the date and time has changed for our Membership Conference with Rachel Blaney, MP. Wednesday, December 2nd at 3pm online via Zoom, This is free event for Chamber members. Please register below to receive the meeting link.- https://mailchi.mp//membership-conference-with-rachel-blan

COVID-19 cases are increasing - what should local businesses be doing? While we are not under restrictions here in Port Hardy, it is important that we keep up to date on developments and that we redouble our efforts to keep ourselves, our employees and the public safe.- https://mailchi.mp//covid-19-updates-what-should-local-bus

Get an edge on recovery and sign up for Building Resilience to Thrive! Learn how you can mitigate the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic by adapting your business model, re-engaging customers, and adjusting workplace culture.

Restrictions on gatherings due to COVID-19 are still in place which means that, sadly, we are unable to present an in-person Pumpkin Patch Walk this year. While nothing can replace the actual event well loved by so many children and families, we hope to add to the seasonal fun by offering you a virtual Pumpkin Patch a few days after Halloween. This will feature an online display of our Port Hardy Pumpkins with prizes awarded in several categories, including scariest, funniest, biggest and smallest. Details can be found at porthardychamber.com

Membership has its benefits. Please join us and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce for this informative session on November 12th. It's free for chamber members.

Sign up for an online training program developed in partnership with UVIC’s Gustavson School of Business that will offer relief to your business, helping to mitigate the negative impacts of the pandemic by teaching you how to adapt your business model, re-engage customers, and adjust workplace culture.

Thank you to the candidates for joining us last night for our All Candidates Forum. In case you missed it, we are pleased to post this recording of the event.

Please think about how our shopping and spending habits can make a real difference to our local business community.

All Candidates Forum - join us tonight! This is your opportunity to hear from our candidates for MLA.- https://mailchi.mp//all-candidates-forum-send-us-your-ques

The All Candidates Forum (virtual) is Wednesday, October 21st. Do you have a question you would like us to ask? You can submit it via our website, or you can put it in the comments here. This is your chance to be heard. Submit questions and get the event link at www.porthardychamber.com

Please join us for our first (Virtual) Chamber Coffee Chat. Bring us your challenges, share ideas and celebrate your wins. It's free, please register to receive the link.