August 4, 2017
Whitehorse Chamber E-Bulletin “The Voice Of Business”
In This Week’s Edition for September 29, 2017… 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce Update Small Business Tax Changes October BAH’s Changes To Waste Management Bylaw - Food Services City of Whitehorse Update Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance First Data Merchant Services UPS Members Benefit Program
August 4, 2017
“The Voice of Business” Doing Business Better Since 1948 OUR MISSION:
OUR CORE VALUES:
The Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce (WCC) supports local businesses and organizations to contribute to the economic, civic and social well being of Whitehorse. We do this through a variety of programs and services including advocacy and partnerships.
At the WCC our decision-making and actions are guided by the following three core values:
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1. Displaying Integrity 2. Being Forward Looking and Pro-active 3. Being Collaborative, Inclusive and Diverse
Coming Events
HOME & FAMILY SECURITY SOLUTIONS
Small Business Week sponsored by BDC: October 15th-21st Chamber supported Events • Canada Post Event: GROW your e-commerce business – October 18th
Burglar, Fire, Carbon Monoxide Alarm & Interactive Solutions
• Business After Hours Sponsored by Dana Naye Ventures – October 19th
Locally Owned & Operated
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Business After Hours Sponsored by Association Franco-Yukonnaise – October 26th Yukoner Appreciation Day: November 3rd
Training and Development Workshops Supporting you to get the results you want, in your business, life and leadership.
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The Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce has been working for years helping local businesses be successful through workshops, seminars and courses. Thanks to partners such as Crowe MacKay, Aasman Brand Communications, Visionary Seeds and now BDO, we have developed a series of workshops and courses that last year benefitted 143 businesses in Whitehorse. The comments from the participants have been excellent. As well, our partners keep the workshops up-to-date with all of the most current information in their field of expertise. We are pleased to announce that because of the support from YG’s Department of Economic Development and CanNor, the Chamber is able to offer these opportunities again this year. We are now announcing the Fall/Spring series of workshops/courses. HR 101 and Marketing Communications 101, which started in September will run again in the Spring. Financial Management for StartUps and New Business and Advance Management will be starting on November 7th and HR 202 will be starting on November 14th. If you are interested in enrolling, or learning more about these courses, please contact the Chamber at business@whitehorsechamber.ca or call us at 667-7545. The full line-up of Fall/Spring workshops are as listed below: • •
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“Financial Management for Start-ups and New Business” presented by Crowe MacKay “Marketing Communications 101” presented by Aasman Brand Communications “Digital Marketing 202” presented by Aasman Brand Communications “HR 101” presented by Visionary Seeds “HR 202” presented by Visionary Seeds “Advanced Financial Management” presented by BDO Canada
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The Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce- Supporting Small Business in Whitehorse and Yukon. The Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce exists as an active and supportive part of our Community,
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August 4, 2017
Small Business Tax Changes will Affect Yukon’s Small Business Community
Minister Morneau, Minister of Finance for the Canadian Government, addressed the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s AGM last weekend. The result of that presentation, and Minister Morneau’s responses to questions, implied that the Government was going to proceed with the new Small Business tax proposals - it seems that it is a done deal. He then said the consultation period will end October 2, 2017. The Yukon and Whitehorse Chambers of Commerce hosted an information session on Thursday September 28 at the Westmark Whitehorse. Crowe MacKay, among other accounting firms, has been researching the impact of the proposed changes on small businesses and presented their findings at the meeting. The link below is the Canadian Chamber ’s response to Minister Morneau. http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/chamber-of-commerce-tax-reform-opposition-1.4305868 If you have the time and would like to read additional information on this issue please find links below that discuss the proposed Small Business Tax changes: Department of Finance, Overview http://www.fin.gc.ca/n17/data/17-066_1-eng.asp Department of Finance, Technical Briefing http://www.fin.gc.ca/n17/data/tppc-pfsp-eng.pdf Deloitte, Canadian Tax Alert http://images.info.deloitte.ca/Web/DeloitteManagementServicesLP/%7Ba90195f10e3d-459b-8fd9-9827fe702468%7D_en_DP_income_splitting_AODA.PDF Deloitte, Videos https://www2.deloitte.com/ca/en/pages/tax/articles/tax-publications-deloitte-private.html As well, the Chambers have sent a letter addressed to the Minister, and our MP Larry Bagnell to let them know our concerns about the degree that these changes will impact your business, your succession planning and your tax planning. If you want to know more about this issue, you can give us a call at 667-7545
Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce, 101-302 Steele Street, Whitehorse Yukon Y1A 2C5 Phone:867-667-7545 Fax:867-667-4507, www.whitehorsechamber.ca
August 4, 2017
October Business After Hours
däna Näye Ventures wants to Invite you to our Business after Hours Social Event! Where:
409 Black Street
When:
October 19th, 2017
Time:
5-7pm
Come and Meet the Board of Directors, Management Team and Staff!
Enjoy Complimentary Drinks & Snacks as well as the Chance to win Some Amazing Door Prizes! *Please RSVP to the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce
Hey Whitehorse Businesses: Do you handle or sell food products?
The City is proposing changes to the Waste Management Bylaw that would require Food Service Providers and Multi-Family dwellings to have organic waste collection services.
City Council has made organic diversion a top strategic priority!
Organic waste causes serious pollution in our landfill, but can be composted into rich valuable soil in the City’s compost facility. This is a win! Reduce pollution while creating valuable soil!
3,000 tonnes!
The Food Service and Multi-Family sectors are the largest producers of organic waste! Roughly 3,000 tonnes of organic waste enters the landfill each year from the commercial sector.
What Changes are coming? The City of Whitehorse is planning to change the Waste Management Bylaw so that Food Services, and then Multi-Family residents, will be required to have organics collection.
How will you be affected? Come join us for a light breakfast while we discuss the proposed Bylaw changes and implementation roll-out: October 3rd, 8:30am to 9:30am October 5th, 8:30am to 9:30am - downtown core
RSVP by September 29th Bryna Cable - 668-8312 or organics@whitehorse.ca
whitehorse.ca/compost
Organic Waste
August 4, 2017
September 29, 2017
Residential Housing Lots Online Surveys Our second phase surveys on the updated lot layout proposals are available and will be open until October 23. There is one survey for Country Residential Areas and one for Urban Residential Areas. You may answer one or both surveys depending on your areas of interest. View background information, project timelines and FAQ for more details at whitehorse.ca/ housinglots
Next City Council Meeting The next Standing Committee Meeting is October 2, 5:30pm in City Hall Council Chambers. View whitehorse.ca/agendas for Council and whitehorse.ca/CASM for CASM meetings.
Thanksgiving Services Most non-emergency City facilities and offices will be closed on Monday October 9, including the Canada Games Centre and Transit. Visit whitehorse.ca/events
Environmental Grant Deadline Good money for great ideas. The next major grant deadline is October 16. Minor grants are available year-round. Get details at whitehorse.ca/envirogrant
Waste Management Bylaw Consultation Water and Waste is doing some targeted consultations with Food Service providers and Multi-Family sector residents. See more at whitehorse.ca/residents/community-events-calendar
Senior Utility Rebate Seniors aged 65 or over may be eligible for this program, which discounts up to $500 from water, sewer and garbage fees. Visit whitehorse.ca/grants and apply before December 31.
National Family Week The Canada Games Centre is pleased to announce a variety of free family events taking place from October 2 to 8, coordinated by Many Rivers Counselling. Visit whitehorse.ca/cgcnews for details!
Fire Prevention Week
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Did you know? October 8 - 14 is Fire Prevention Week. Check out our information on smoke alarms and other home fire safety planning resources at whitehorse.ca/fire
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