Jan.06, 2017
Whitehorse Chamber E-Bulletin “The Voice Of Business”
In This Week’s Edition for Jan.06, 2017.....
1. Canadian Chamber of Commerce Annual Report 2. 3rd Annual Industry Conference 3. Department of Economic Development Web Series 4. Arctic Indigenous Investment Conference 5. Yukon Association For Community Living 6. First Data Merchant Services 7. Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance 8. City Of Whitehorse Update
2016: It is hard to remember a year when more has happened. For the Canadian Chamber, this was another successful year, and I would like to thank you for your continued support. We saw our new government reshape Canada’s economic and international agendas. It is under this government that we secured policy improvements and commitments in areas that are critical to business success: access to people, customers, infrastructure, capital and technology. We welcomed and resettled over 34,000 Syrian refugees and overcame significant hardships—some were economic, others were caused by natural disasters. Internationally, we signed a historic trade agreement with Europe while the United States elected a new president, bringing much uncertainty about the future of Canada’s relationship with the U.S. Yet, despite all these changes, there has been one constant—how strong the voice of Canadian business has been. We are proud of our achievements in 2016 and have highlighted them for you in our Annual Report, which I invite you to read. On behalf of all of us at the Canadian Chamber, I thank you, once again, for your support in 2016 and look forward to our continued collaboration in 2017. Together, we are building the next 150 years of Canadian business success.
Sincerely, Perrin Beatty President and Chief Executive Officer
3rd Annual Industry Conference “Developing Possibilities through Partnerships� February 21-22, 2017 Coast High Country Inn and Convention Centre Whitehorse, Yukon
Yukon Government, Yukon Contractors Association (YCA), Association of Consulting Engineering Companies-Yukon (ACEC-Yukon), Yukon First Nation Chamber of Commerce and Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the third annual event. Based on evaluations from the last two conferences we have put together a 2 day agenda that we believe you will enjoy To get the registration form and to get a sneak peak of the agenda please go to: http://www.hpw.gov.yk.ca/csb/industry-conference.html Space is limited so register today Please send registration forms to vanessa.oosterbosch@gov.yk.ca
FOR IMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 5, 2017 Association seeks to change the face of disability – one photo at a time WHITEHORSE, YT - The Yukon Association for Community Living (YACL) hopes to change the face of disability, not just in the Yukon but possibly all across Canada..The association is hosting a focus group Tuesday January 10 at 6PM at the YACL office to get community input on the idea. “Advertising is yet another space we where we don’t see inclusion of the full spectrum of faces in our community, says Colette Acheson, Executive Director of YACL. “There is a lack of respectful and diverse photos that can be used by advertisers and often these photos rely on stereotypes. We want to change all that.” Through a feasibility study funded by the Yukon Community Development Fund, YACL is conducting research into the viability of a stock photography social enterprise that would portray real individuals with intellectual disabilities and their real lives. The project would create professional photos that can be used for advertising and awareness campaigns by other NGO\’s, businesses or governments who want their communications and marketing materials to reflect the full diversity of people with disabilities. As members of the social enterprise participants would be paid for their work, receive training and employment opportunities and become spokespeople for a more inclusive, diverse and respectful representation of people with disabilities in our community. The association is hosting a focus group January 10th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm to discuss the idea with adults with disabilities who are over age 16 and/or their family members. If you are a person with an intellectual disability (FASD, Autism, Down Syndrome etc), or have a family member who is interested in modeling or working in the photography business please contact YACL at 667-4606 for more details. A stipend of $25 and free pizza will be provided to all focus group participants. - 30 Contact: Colette Acheson Executive Director Email: yaclwhse@northwestel.net Phone: 667-4606
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January 6, 2017
Seeking Recreation Grants Task Force Members Are you able to contribute your time to important volunteer work in the field of recreation? Are you looking to utilize use your talents and insights to make a difference in our community? Apply before January 13 at whitehorse.ca/ volunteer
First City Council Meeting of 2017 The next Standing Committee Meeting is January 9 at 5:30pm in City Hall Council Chambers. View whitehorse.ca/agendas for Council and whitehorse.ca/CASM for CASM meetings.
Operating Budget Feedback The public is invited to contribute budget input via our online form, email submissions to budgetinput@whitehorse.ca or by making a presentation during Public Input Night on Monday January 16 at 5:30 pm at City Hall Council Chambers. For more information visit whitehorse.ca/budget
Snow Stomping Volunteers Wanted On February 12 and 13, help us make snow blocks for the International Snow Sculpture Challenge. It’s a Northern experience not to be missed! As this is physical work, hot chocolate and treats are provided. See full details at whitehorse.ca/volunteer
Communities in Bloom Award Whitehorse is the proud recipient of the 2016 Award for overall landscape design and maintenance. A Special Mention was also received for the floral display on 2 Mile Hill, designed by youth resident Taia Zakus! Thanks to all who continue to make our city beautiful. Learn more at whitehorse.ca/inbloom
Volunteer of the Year 2016 Nominations are now open! Put forward your 2016 Volunteer of the Year using our online application form before March 30. The reception for nominees will take place April 26. See more information at whitehorse.ca/volunteeroftheyear
Canada Games Centre Survey
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During the fall season we have implemented some changes in the Ducklings Program (formerly Little People). Your feedback is important and we look forward to your responses. Take the survey at whitehorse.ca/cgcnews