Whitehorse Chamber Of Commerce E-Bulletin by What's Up Yukon

Jan.8th 2016

Whitehorse Chamber E-Bulletin “The Voice Of Business”

In This Week’s Edition for Jan.8th, 2015..... 1. 2016 Annual Industry Conference 2. Yukon Days In Ottawa - Business Mission 3. Canadian Chamber of Commerce Annual Report 4. Canada Revenue Agency - New Small Businesses And Taxes 5. ‘Working Towards Zero Waste’ Conference 6. Trondek Klondike - Tourism Development RFP 7. WHIMIS 2015 - What It Means For Small Business Owners 8. City Of Whitehorse Update 9. Pathways To Wellness

2016 Annual Industry Conference Hello, The Industry Conference is returning and we don’t want you to miss out. On February 23 and 24, 2016 Yukon Government, Yukon Contractors AssociaIon (YCA) and AssociaIon of ConsulIng Engineering Companies-Yukon (ACEC-Yukon) will be hosIng the second annual event. Working under the theme “CollaboraIng for Success” this year’s conference aims to do just that, while conInuing the excellent conversaIons that began last year between Yukon government and industry professionals. We expect space to ﬁll up quickly; so please register by February 5, 2016. We are strongly recommending that you aYend this conference. Some of the beneﬁts include: · · ·

Strengthening exisIng relaIonships with the private sector and building new ones. Listening to the diﬀerent perspecIves from government and private sector. ParIcipaIng in the Reverse Trade Show. Successful in other parts of the country this unique event allows YG and business professionals to reverse roles and learn more about one another in an informal se`ng. To register please contact the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce at 667-7545 or email business@whitehorsechamber.ca and they will send you a registraIon form This conference is 2 days Feb. 23-24 at the Yukon ConvenIon Centre and Coast High Country Inn. There is conInental breakfast being oﬀered both days along with a lunch on the 23rd and health breaks both days. RecepIon hosted by Yukon Contractors AssociaIon on Feb. 23, 2016. Cost of the conference is $125. Guest Speakers at this year’s conference: ·

Steve Revay of Revay and Associates talking about Risk Management (claims and disputes)

John Gamble with ACEC-Canada talking about Quality Based SelecIon

Bob Sloat with Western Canada, Surety AssociaIon of Canada to present: Overview of the ConstrucIon Industry and Contract Risk Management with focus on role of surety bonding

Maureen Sullivan from NECI to talk about Procurement Tips and Tricks from the Trenches for both owners and bidders/proponents.

First NaIon Chamber of Commerce to discuss How to do Business with First NaIon Development CorporaIons

…….and SO MUCH MORE

To see the dram agenda please visit www.gov.yk.ca/industryconference. We hope to see you there. This is a conference you do not want to miss!

JOIN US FOR YUKON DAYS IN OTTAWA

The Yukon Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Yukon’s Departments of Economic Development and Tourism and Culture, invite you to participate in a business mission to Ottawa from January 31st – February 3rd, 2016. The key objectives of this mission are to: promote Yukon’s business and industry; develop partnerships between Yukon and Ottawa businesses, governments, and tourism operators; strengthen relationships between territorial, provincial, and federal governments; and showcase Air North’s service from Whitehorse to Ottawa. The delegate package includes: A round-trip flight from Whitehorse to Ottawa (Departing for Ottawa Jan. 31 at 2:25pm and returning to Whitehorse, Feb. 3 at 4:00pm), reflecting special delegate pricing from chamber members Air North Yukon’s Airline, and Air Canada; Three nights at the Chateau Laurier Hotel in Ottawa; Round trip ground transportation between the airport and the hotel; Two complimentary breakfasts; and Attendance at the Premier’s Reception on Feb. 1st and joint Chambers of Commerce Reception on Feb. 2nd. Cost: $1,650.00

Qualified businesses and industry associations are eligible for 50% funding from the Enterprise Trade Fund for one delegate to attend. Application template and information will be provided upon request.

FOR RESERVATION AND MORE INFORMATION please contact Ashten Staffen, Program Officer with the Department of Economic Development at 667-3505 or ashten.staffen@gov.yk.ca

For the Canadian Chamber, 2015 was another successful year and I would like to thank you for your support. We secured policy improvements under the last government and commitments from the new government in areas that are critical to business success: access to a powerful workforce, access to capital, access to technology and innovation and access to markets. These wins will enable Canadian businesses, like yours, to create quality jobs for young people, reinvest in new technology and generate the wealth needed to improve schools, infrastructure and social programs. We are proud of our achievements in 2015 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 2015 and look forward to our continued collaboration in 2016. Together, we are building a Canada that wins.

Sincerely,

Perrin Beatty President and Chief Executive Officer

Free webinar—New Small Businesses and Taxes: Getting it Right from the Start! The Canada Revenue Agency is pleased to host a free interactive webinar about important tax topics for new small businesses. These topics include: • registering your business • GST/HST • payroll • keeping records • business income and expenses, and more… Participants can ask questions and get more information during the live webinar.

When: Tuesday, January 19, 2016 English: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Eastern Standard Time Register now French: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., Eastern Standard Time Register now

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For Immediate Release December 17, 2015

“Working Towards Zero Waste in The North” Conference To Be Held in Whitehorse

Whitehorse, YT – Zero Waste Yukon is pleased to announce their upcoming Zero Waste conference to be held in Whitehorse from March 3rd - March 5th, 2016 at Yukon College. “Thanks to the Community Development Fund, Raven Recycling and a wide array of partners including the City of Whitehorse and Yukon College, we will be hosting the first ever Zero Waste conference in the north,” says Ben Derochie, Zero Waste Yukon coordinator. “The conference will cover a wide variety of issues related to waste management and consumption.” Several notable guests from across the country will be speaking at the conference, including: • Jen Rustemeyer & Grant Baldwin – Filmmakers of ‘Just Eat It’ & ‘The Clean Bin Project’ • Christina Seidel – Executive Director of Recycling Council of Alberta • Lawrence Alvarez – Founder of Toronto Tool Library & President of Institute For A Resource Based Economy • Ruben Anderson – Board Chair of City Green & Behavioural Change & Sustainable System Design Consultant “We are looking forward to sharing and learning how local communities, businesses and municipalities are working towards zero waste across the north,” says Derochie. “It’s an exciting opportunity with something for everyone - from students to business leaders to governments” Over 120 delegates from across the Yukon, Northwest Territories, Alaska, Northern British Columbia, & Northern Alberta are expected to attend the conference. - 30 - For more information: Phone: (867) 667-7269, ext.27 Email: info@zerowasteyukon.ca

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Tourism Development Plan Tr’ondëk-Klondike, future World Heritage Site

Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in requests proposals to develop a Tourism Development Plan for Tr’ondekKlondike as a future World Heritage Site. We seek specialized practical expertise in tourism development and marketing. Much of the site is a mature tourism destination with many active players. Purposeful stakeholder consultation and communication is a necessary part of the approach. However, the Project RFP Manager will assist with its facilitation and a proponent is sought that will offer significant new value-added insight and not merely a reflection of that which is already known by the site managers and community stakeholders. Further information about the Tr’ondëk-Klondike project can be found at: www.nominationtk.ca If you would like to receive the full RFP document, please contact: Evelyn Pollock, Project RFP Manager acrosstheriver.evelyn@gmail.com or 867-993-2306 The deadline for receipt of proposals is January 25, 2016, 4:00 pm. Qualifying proposals will be evaluated by Tr’ondëk-Klondike Project Management Committee in the best interests of Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in. Proposed Project Start Date: February 5, 2016 Project Completion Date: March 31, 2016 Contract price ceiling: $20,000

WHMIS 2015 A Big Deal for Small Businesses? The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, better known as WHMIS, is Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comprehensive system for providing health and safety information on the safe use of hazardous products in workplaces. WHMIS changed on February 11, 2015 to align with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). GHS is a worldwide system and provides a common set of rules for classifying hazardous products, and for labels, and a standard format for safety data sheets (SDSs).

What The New WHMIS means for Small Business Owners While WHMIS 2015 includes new harmonized criteria and requirements, the roles and responsibilities for suppliers, employers and workers have not changed. Employers must ensure that there is workplace-specific education and training in place that reviews the hazardous products in their workplace and safe work procedures. Smaller organizations often donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have dedicated departments or resources to provide health and safety education or informational updates to their employees. As a result, they can feel burdened with yet another thing to add to an already long to-do list. Health Canada has recognized this and has developed free resource material to prepare, inform and support smaller enterprises during this transition. With credible resources readily available, small businesses can be equipped with the necessary information to ensure their employees are educated and have the information they need to work safely.

Take advantage of these online tools: WHMIS for Workers: http://www.ccohs.ca/products/courses/whmis_workers/ WHMIS after GHS, An Introduction: http://www.ccohs.ca/products/courses/ whmis_ghs_intro/ For additional information and resources on WHMIS 2015, please visit the CCOHS website. http://www.ccohs.ca/topics/hazards/chemical/whmis/

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to call or email Mal Malloch, Employer Advisor at the Yukon Chamber of Commerce. He is currently out of office but will be returning the first Monday in January (4th). Email: advisor@yukonchamber.com Phone: 393-6061

January 8, 2016

Snowmobile Requirements Please ride safe and enjoy the season! When inside City limits, make sure you have a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, safe card, an approved helmet, valid insurance and registration (attached license plate). Stay away from environmentally sensitive areas. Get details at whitehorse.ca/ snowmobiles

Next City Council Meeting The next Regular Council Meeting is January 11 at 5:30pm in City Hall Council Chambers. View whitehorse.ca/agendas for Council and whitehorse.ca/CASM for CASM meetings.

Mixed-Use Commercial Development Lot Sale A bid process is currently underway for the sale of one mixeduse commercial development lot located at 704 Main Street. Only bids above $834,000 received before 2pm on January 22 will qualify. Learn more about this opportunity at whitehorse.ca/mainstreet

Rogers Hometown Hockey Tour The ultimate hockey festival hits Whitehorse on January 23 & 24 at Front Street! The weekend events will feature appearances by former NHLer Darcy Tucker as well as other special guests, all alongside Canadian icon Ron MacLean. See details at whitehorse.ca/hometownhockey

Family Literacy Day On Sunday January 24, join Family Literacy Centre staff from 12:30 pm to 4 pm for an afternoon of snacks, activities, storytelling and fun! Go to whitehorse.ca/specialevents

Festivals and Special Events Fund Deadline The next deadline for financial and in-kind support is 4:30pm on February 1, for events scheduled between July and December of 2016. For eligibility details and to apply online, visit whitehorse.ca/grants

Volunteer of the Year 2015 Nominations are now open! Put forward your 2015 Volunteer of the Year using our online application form before March 22. The reception for nominees will take place April 13. See more information at whitehorse.ca/volunteeroftheyear

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Pathways to Wellness e-Tips conversation • connection • commitment

Family assets The first things that come to mind when we hear the term "family assets" is money in the bank, property, and investments. But there is another way to look at family assets, and that is the social and emotional assets that families need to thrive. The Search Institute, a US organization with over 50 years' experience in supporting children and families, identifies 5 categories of assets that can be developed by any family:

Contact Info: Contact us at www.yukonwellness.ca/ contactus.php

Our Location 201 - #1 Hospital Road, Whitehorse, Yukon

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Nurturing relationships -- caring about what every family member says, thinks, feels and believes Establishing routines -- having shared routines, traditions, and ways of spending time together Setting expectations -- being clear on how each family member contributes to family life, including resolving conflicts and tackling tough topics Adapting to challenges -- facing up to the day-to-day challenges and being prepared to adapt through problemsolving Connecting to community -- looking out for neighbours and participating in activities that build relationships with others and enrich the lives of family members

Mail: Pathways to Wellness, H-1 Health and Social Services Yukon Government Box 2703, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6 E-mail: yukonwellness@gov.yk.ca Jan: 867-667-3674