Business Progress February 2013
On January 24th, 2013 local residents braved another Prince Albert snow storm to hear the inaugural address from Mayor Greg Dionne sponsored by Suchorab, Mewis & Associates. Prince Albert’s new Mayor addressed a variety of issues that our city face including the water and sewer system which the City brought a variety of samples for display (see page 6) which were a main discussion topic at the Ches Leach Lounge. Mayor Greg Dionne concluded his address with questions from the audience. Many attendees took the opportunity to ask the Mayor about their specific concerns. The Chamber of Commerce was pleased to have representatives attend from Carlton High School and Wesmor High School as a part of the You Lead student leadership program sponsored by Tyrone Pest Control.
Thursday, February 28th, 2013
STARS Luncheon 11:45am ~ 1:00 pm Prince Albert Golf & Curling Club $25 for members $30 for non-members $200 for a corporate table– includes preferred seating and table signage
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Samuel McLeod Business Awards E.A. Rawlinson Centre for the Arts
A Message from the CEO~ Merle Lacert It continues to be a exciting time for Prince Albert, business continues to grow and as the year unfolds business’s will face the need to continue working through change. The changes range from needed efforts to realign sale practices as a result of the penny being discontinued, to managing labour based on a increased minimum wage. The Prince Albert Chamber also looks forward to a year that will hopefully see less impacts & congestion on our Diefenbaker bridge.
The Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce is also looking to collect insights from our members. Member feedback is very important as we review our priorities and look to ensure our priorities align with those identified by our membership. Some recent enquires include feedback regarding the impacts and need for a second bridge here in Prince Albert, as well as a upcoming survey to seek input into other priorities that our membership has for Prince Albert & area.
Board of Directors Executive Officers Chairman
Mike Mitchell Tyrone Pest Control Past Chairman
Doug Patrick Grand Trunk Development First Vice Chairman
George Vass PA & District Community Futures
The Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce is continuing efforts to coordinate our 23rd Annual Samuel McLeod Awards. These awards look to celebrate business excellence within the Prince Albert area. Our legacy Brunch on March 27/13 and our Gala awards night on April 9/2013 will feature a few changes to make the evening a great success and enjoyable by all who attend, See our Samuel McLeod Website for more details www.samuelmcleodbusinessawards.com
2nd Vice Chair
Shelley L. Cannon Wilcox Zuk Chovin Law Office Secretary Treasurer
Maureen Frey MNP Board Appointed
Larry Fladager SIAST
Elected Board Members Trevor Dutchak Parkland Ambulance
Darwin Zurakowski Mark-it Signs Graphics and Web
Greg Breeze Affinity Insurance
Robert Bratvold Sask. Rivers School Division
Bruce Vance P.A. Raider Hockey Club
Our Mission To ensure that a second bridge that serves central and northern Saskatchewan will receive a commitment from senior governments. The Chamber of Commerce is completing a survey concerning the impacts regarding the Diefenbaker Bridge and needs associated with a second river crossing in the Prince Albert area.
We need to hear your thoughts before February 8th. Your feedback is critical on this issue, we are calling on all Chamber members to please take a moment a complete our short survey.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/pabridgesurvey
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MLA Prince Albert Carlton
Advanced Broadband Services
North Star Trophies
Amy's on Second
Northern Lights Casino
Applee Bee Glass and Signs
Nutter's Bulk & Natural Foods
Assemblee Communautaire Fransaskoise
OK Tire
Athabasca Basin Development Bev's Fish and Seafood Ltd Bev's Fish and Seafood on 15th Catholic Family Services of P.A. CIBC CJVR/CK750 Conexus Davidner's Clothing and Western Wear Designer Paws Grooming Fireplace Hut Gabriel Dumont Institute GRW Contracting
Original Joe's Restaurant and Bar P.A. Catholic School Board P.A. Raiders Hockey Club P.A. Rental & Leasing Services Ltd. Paintball Paradise Parkland Ambulance Peter Ballantyne Developments Ltd Pines Power Sports Marine Prince Albert Brewing Company Prince Albert Coop Prince Albert Pulp Inc. Prince Albert Youth Soccer Association River Park Memorial
Happy Camper RV
RM of Prince Albert no. 461
Holash Logue
Sask Liquor & Gaming Store #507
Home Building Centre
Saskatchewan Government Insurance
Houle Furniture and Appliances
South Hill Animal Clinic
Humpty Dumpty Child Care
South Hill Chiropractic Clinic
Jiffy Lube
Steel-Craft Door Sales & Service
John M Culenaere Public Library
Steen Agencies
Millennium Motors
The Good Shepherd Villa
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