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ducation is one of the pillars of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce. We work hard to help educate our members on local, provincial and national issues that affect their businesses. We also provide practical advice from a variety of resources to help businesses grow and prosper. The Chamber’s “Brown Bag Lunch n Learn” workshop series provides hands-on knowledge and advice Michael Hind in weekly and bi-weekly seminars, CEO by Chamber members for Chamber Tri-Cities Chamber members. of Commerce This year, the Chamber’s Economic Development Committee is launching a new quarterly education series. The first event, “Master Your Business Cycle”, will feature top local business leaders, all experts in the phases of business from starting to growing to selling. Members and non-members can register for the February 24th event online at www.tricitieschamber.com. Based on the overwhelming success and positive feedback from the 300+ attendees of last year’s inaugural “Economic Summit” at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver, the Chamber is also pleased to be bringing this event back - even better this spring. The Chamber is in business to support local business. Education is one of greatest benefits we provide to help stimulate and grow the economic prosperity of our business community. I encourage you to continue learning for business success; I invite you to join us to expand your knowledge and improve your skills.
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Who: Serenity Homeopathic Clinic What: Your balanced approach to health Where: Port Moody, www.serenityhomeopathic.com Lucy De Pieri’s interest in homeopathy started in 1994, when she visited a homeopath for the first time. She began researching as much as possible and in 2003, she started formal homeopathic training at the Vancouver Homeopathic Academy. Before completing her homeopathic training, she received her PhD in Natural Sciences, a Masters in Biological Computation and a BSc in Applied Biology. Lucy has been a Board member of the BC Homeopathic Society since 2005. First introducing the society’s internet newsgroup, she has since become the editor of their e-publication, secretary of the board and has been actively involved in a number of homeopathic studies. Serenity Homeopathic Clinic continues to grow by reputation. Over the past 8 years, Lucy has helped men, women and families in the Tri-Cities with ailments including allergies, migraines, depression, anxieties, fears, grief, morning sickness, teething, behavioural disorders and more. Lucy De Pieri www.serenityhomeopathic.com 604 307 5967
Who: Flaunt your Frenchness What: The celebration of francophone culture Where: Coquitlam, www.flauntyourfrenchness. com Flaunt your Frenchness invites you to celebrate all that is French in you! Whether it’s love for the culture and traditions, the various linguistic expressions, the culinary trends, the artistic treasures and references or many other features. The region of Greater Vancouver has a lot to offer between its restaurants, activities and excursions, which is why Flaunt your Frenchness partners with many businesses and events, such as BC Uncorked, bakeries, and artists living in the province. This initiative is accessible anywhere, anytime as there is no end to experiencing the joy of Francophone cultures. Every week, the campaign sends a short newsletter in which everybody can find inspiration. The campaign was launched a few months ago to take amazing proportions and Flaunt your Frenchness is now looking forward to Tri-Cities businesses coming on board to join the fun! For those who have not yet experienced a typical French-Canadian affair, attending the Festival du Bois in Coquitlam might be the perfect first step. See you in there either on March 4, 5 or 6th. Sabrina Cercle www.flauntyourfrenchness.com 604.515.7070
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How to find the perfect lenses T
When was the last time you had an eye exam? A comprehensive eye exam can detect cataracts, macular degeneration and glaucoma. In addition, an eye exam can reveal diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. So an eye exam is much more than just getting a pair of glasses to see well.
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If you are prescribed glasses, once you’ve selected the perfect frame, you’ll have options for your lenses. Do you know which lenses are best for you? Here’s a guide that may help. Types of Lenses
Single vision lenses have only one power, meaning you can only see well at one distance. You will be prescribed a specific power of lens, either to help you see distance for activities like driving, or to see near for activities like reading. Bifocal lenses have 2 powers, separated by a line with a window at the bottom, to help you see both distance and near. The two main disadvantages with bifocal lenses are that the line and window are not cosmetically appealing, and they don’t help your sight in the intermediate distance.
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he Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce continues to expand educational opportunities for members. Most recently, we have partnered with Toastmasters International to charter a local club exclusive to Chamber members. From a humble beginning in late 2015, the club has already grown to 20+ members with new guests joining the club each week. Chamber Toastmasters members have the unique opportunity to develop public speaking, communication and leadership skills in a fun and supportive environment while building strong relationships with their Chamber peers. By regularly giving speeches, gaining feedback, leading teams and guiding others to achieve their goals, members gain practical skills and develop confidence that serves them in all aspects of their lives. Krystian Laszkiewicz, President of Chamber Toastmasters, invites all Chamber members to drop in and check out a meeting. “Once you’ve attended, you’ll be hooked”, he says. “The group is dynamic, fun and committed to bringing out the highest potential in each of us.” What: Chamber Toastmasters When: noon to 1:15pm each Wednesday
Progressive lenses have power that changes from distance to near progressively. There are infinite numbers of focal points so you can see well at all distances. The 2 distinguishing factors that affect the quality and price of progressive lenses are:
Where: PoCo City Hall Council Chambers How: Drop by as a guest or call Dana Strong for more information at 604-464-2716
1) the amount of distortion in the periphery 2) the ability to customize the lenses to your lifestyle There will always be some degree of distortion on the side; however, by minimizing the amount of distortion and customizing to your specific visual needs, you will enjoy a larger and more usable viewing area. In turn, it is much easier to get used to the lenses for the first time wearer and more comfortable for the seasoned wearer. Tri-Cities Type of Coatings Anti-reflective coating decreases the amount of reflection off your lenses. This feature is especially important for night driving and computer work when your vision can be degraded from the light reflections. In addition, anti-reflection lenses reduce the outward glare of your glasses in light, which can be important for camera appearances and public speaking. Blue blocker coating limits the amount of blue light entering your eyes. Research has shown that blue light causes retinal cell damage which may lead to macular degeneration. Where do we see blue light? Computer screens, compact fluorescent lamps and even the sun emit a high level of blue light. With technology all around us, our exposure to blue light is inevitable, so blue blocker is recommended for most people and especially for those who spend a significant amount of time on electronic devices.
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