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The Chamber held its annual Chairman’s Night gala November 3 to welcome our incoming Board Chair, Mr. Gordon Jahn, and the 2016-17 Chamber Board of Directors. More than 220 people attended the event at Plaza 88 Event Centre, which featured a keynote presentation by CFL Legend Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons. Thank you to everyone who joined us for the evening, and a big thank you to our Major Event Sponsors, MNP, Prince Albert Co-op and Scotiabank! In Photos: Pinball Clemons delighted the crowd with his presentation. Middle: The 2016-17 Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Right: Gordon Jahn, FCA, FA with MNP speaks about business priorities as he begins his term as Board Chair. See more photos and event information on Pages 4-5.
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A Message from the CEO, Larry Fladager The Chamber welcomed its 2016-17 Board of Directors at a gala event November 3. This event is held every year to welcome the new Board Chair and Board Directors and recognize them for their hard work and efforts to promote business opportunities in Prince Albert. Members of the Chamber Board of Directors are volunteers who offer their expertise and experience as business leaders in our community to guide the Chamber as we work as advocates on your behalf. As our new Board Chair, Gordon Jahn noted during his address at Chairman’s Night, the Chamber is the primary voice of business in Prince Albert, working to build relationships, promote opportunities and make it easier overall for people to do business in our city. Members of the board come from a variety of business backgrounds and their support and expertise is an invaluable resource as the Chamber works to promote growth in the local economy and the surrounding community. This year’s Chairman’s Night event also featured a keynote presentation by Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons, a CFL football legend and a very engaging motivational speaker. Now retired, Pinball works to provide opportunities for at-risk youth through his charitable organization, the Pinball Clemons Foundation. Pinball had the crowd at Plaza 88 up on their feet and clapping along as he gave a rousing speech about leadership, hard work, education and the importance of building bridges. In Prince Albert, it can be forgiven if Pinball’s comments around bridges were in reference to our city’s continued debate over a second crossing over the North Saskatchewan River. But, what Pinball was actually referencing was the need for the community to work together to foster positive relationships and growth. In encouraging us to be more engaged and to “give more than you take,” Pinball challenged us as a community to work hard to be the best we can be. That’s what Pinball did as a professional football player in the CFL. Rated as one of the smallest players in the league at just 5’5”, Pinball could wow the opposition and fans with his quick sprints on the field, bouncing off opposing players and taking the ball all the way into the end zone, and earning him his famous nickname. Just the day before our event, on November 2, the CFL announced that Pinball had been inducted into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. As he mingled with the crowd in Prince Albert, signing autographs and posing for photos, he challenged us.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Board Chair Gordon Jahn, MNP Past Chair Greg Breeze Affinity Insurance First Vice Chair Garrett Lawless, Transwest Air Second Vice Chair Meghan Mayer, Salon 6 Secretary/ Treasurer Phil Hounjet RBC Board Appointed Robert Bratvold Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division Elected Board Members Ian Litzenberger, Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy Tracy Feher Feher Financial Inc. Jason Hurd aodbt architechture + design Dean McKim Prince Albert Co-op Bill Powalinsky Prince Albert Community Service Centre
“Make sure that we don’t get lazy,” he said. “There’s a saying, that we rise when we help others … Ask yourself, am I the fence or the bridge?”
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Nominations are now open for the 27th Annual Samuel McLeod Business Awards. The annual Samuel McLeod Business Awards recognize the best in local business. Anyone in the community can nominate a local business for an award in one of 10 categories, including Non-Profit Organization, Community Involvement, Business Transformation, Service or Male and Female Business Leader of the Year. Nominations are open until December 31. Finalists for each award will be announced at the Chamber's Annual Legacy Brunch, scheduled for March 16, 2017 at the Prince Albert Travelodge. The Samuel McLeod Business Awards gala will be held April 20, 2017. To nominate a local business for a Samuel McLeod Business Award, please click here to download a nomination form, or visit www.samuelmcleodbusinessawards.com
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Chairman’s Night Recognizes Incoming Board Chair and Work of Chamber Board of Directors Major Event Sponsors
Wine Sponsor
Event Featured Keynote Presentation by Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons, CFL Football Legend
Pinball Clemons School Visit Sponsored by
The Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce welcomed new Board Chair, Mr. Gordon Jahn and the 2016-17 Board of Directors earlier this month. The Chamber’s annual Chairman’s Night gala was held November 3 at Plaza 88 Event Centre. The event included fine dining catered by My Place, a silent auction in support of business scholarships at Saskatchewan Polytechnic and a keynote presentation by CFL football legend, Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons. More than 220 people attended this annual event, which recognizes the work of the Chamber Board of Directors in promoting business in Prince Albert. Incoming Board Chair, Gordon Jahn, spoke during the event about the work of the Chamber of Commerce as the primary voice of business in the city. Through regular luncheons and member events, the Chamber works to share information with other business leaders in the community on issues such as government policies, taxes and the economy, Mr. Jahn said. As advocates for the local business community, the Chamber promotes the priorities of our members at all levels of government. The Chamber has an active membership and the support and participation from our local members in our events and discussions is the best way to engage with the business community and make your priorities heard. Outgoing Board Chair Greg Breeze spoke of the past year, which included three election forums, several information luncheons and a mini Safety Charter signing event with WorkSafe Saskatchewan. Membership in the Chamber increased by 10 per cent over the last year as well. Pinball Clemons followed the speeches with his keynote presentation, where he touched on the need to work together in the community. Pinball had the crowd up on their feet as he talked about leadership and hard work, challenging all of us to work together to create opportunities for growth in our community and become engaged on real issues. The evening wrapped up with an autograph session with Pinball and the conclusion of the silent auction in support of business scholarships at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. November 2016
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From left, outgoing Board Chair, Greg Breeze; Prince Albert Police Service Chief Troy Cooper, the evening’s emcee; Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons and Garrett Lawless, First Vice Chair with the Chamber Board of Directors. For more photos from Chairman’s Night 2016, please click here to visit our website.
Tim Keller looks on at Pinball Clemons autographs a football jersey at Chairman’s Night November 3.
Thank you to our Silent Auction Sponsors
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Chamber Hosts Business Mixer The Chamber hosted a business mixer October 7 at one of our member businesses, the Lounge Trishna, inside The Spice Trail Restaurant. More than 30 local business leaders joined us for the mixer. For more photos from this event, please click here to visit our website.
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Leverage Your Benefits of Membership At the Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce, we want to help you grow your local business. Your success is important to us. As a Chamber member, you have the opportunity to increase your chances at success and leverage your benefits of membership by adding your voice to Prince Albert’s largest business-based organization. In turn, you will gain access to information and opportunities from the provincial and national Chamber networks. You can also elevate your business profile by attending our regular Chamber luncheons, volunteering with one of the Chamber’s business committees and taking part in various networking events such as roundtable discussions and the Samuel McLeod Business Awards. By participating in the Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce, you will leverage the value of your membership and help grow and promote your local business. Business Profile: Does your business profile on the Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce website utilize search engine optimization techniques such as “keywords”? Keywords are the words that describe your type of business, the products you offer and your location. Make sure you can be found with an updated profile on our Chamber directory, strengthen your internet presence and even link in your business’ social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter. Business Contacts: Look to expand your group of contacts and expand your business connections through networking opportunities at Chamber events and luncheons. Affinity Programs: Our affinity programs utilize the collective power of Chamber networks to offer Chamber members competitive pricing for business services such as benefit plans, merchant services, fuel discounts and more. Did you know that Chamber Plan benefits saves your business money and their profits are donated to the local Chamber of Commerce? Call 306-922-4414 to receive a comparable quote. Advertising Options: The Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce offers flexible advertising options for every type of business including a weekly e-newsletter, monthly newsletter and website banner ads. Our low-cost options can help your business consistently reach more than 1,500 local business contacts. Influence: Add your voice to ours and assist the Chamber in defining our objectives and priorities. Participate in one of our local committees and help define policy and drive sustainable economic development initiatives. Access: Use your Chamber membership to gain access to important information that affects your business. Whether it be changes to legislation or local business developments, your Chamber looks to keep you informed on business matters that are important to you and your business. Blog: Have your business highlighted on our blog that features positive Prince Albert business stories. www.princealbertchamber.com/blog
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The Chamber hosted Prince Albert’s Mayoral candidates at a debate October 12 at Carlton Comprehensive High School. All four mayoral candidates participated in the event, and close to 300 people came out to event. Special thanks to Richard Ahenakew for acting as emcee for the evening, and thanks to Purified Water Store for donating all the water for the event.
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City Releases Draft Budget Numbers The City of Prince Albert released its draft budget last week. The City is seeking input on the proposed 2017 budget numbers and will hold public consultations later this month. Please click here to view the draft budget.
Volunteer Literacy Tutors Wanted The Prince Albert Literacy Network is in need of volunteer literacy tutors . Volunteer training sessions are scheduled for later this month. To learn more about opportunities as a volunteer literacy tutor, please visit http://www.princealbertliteracy.ca/
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Volunteer Service Opportunities in the Prince Albert Parkland Health Region The Volunteer Services Department of the Prince Albert Parkland Health Region is in need of caring, compassionate and committed volunteers to fulfill the following service positions: Lab Services Center – Prince Albert Volunteer greeters assist patients and family members arriving for tests at the center in the South Hill Mall. These volunteers put patients at ease and ensure they are in the proper location to be called for their tests. Shifts: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Monday – Friday: Once per week. “On Call” Volunteers – All Long Term Care Facilities Extra volunteers are often needed for the long term care residents on an “on-call” basis, to assist with outings, parties, social gatherings, shopping trips, taking residents to appointments, etc. Shifts: As needed Peer Navigator – Victoria Hospital Volunteers are needed to assist and support newly-diagnosed cancer patients through the network of health and support systems in place. Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring heart are necessary for this position. Shifts: Flexible, as needed and agreed upon with the patient.
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Congratulations to our members at Redhead Equipment. They celebrated the grand opening of their new 60.000-square -foot facility, located along Highway 11 South, on October 13. The company also announced a donation of $54,000 to the Victoria Hospital Foundation. The money was raised through Redhead Equipment’s Field of the Future program.
Cornerstone Insurance announced last month that they have acquired Brahma Insurance in Birch Hills. Congratulations to Happy Camper RV! The company received a certificate of recognition recently from SARC for their contributions to supported employment.
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The annual Jail-N-Bail fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society raised $22,000. The annual event was held October 20 at the Gateway Mall in Prince Albert. Neil Headrick, top left, helped host the event. Parkland Ambulance’s Director of Public Affairs and Support Services, helped raised money to post bail following his arrest.
Congratulations to Mary Wagner from Designer Paws for her strong showing at the Mastergroom 2016 competition in Calgary last month!
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Holiday Inn Express Prince Albert Literacy Network Red River Roping & Riding SARC Shananigan's Coffee & Dessert Bar The Quest at Christopher Lake
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